We’re excited to welcome Jacob Skeels to Neath RFC for the 2025/26 season! 🙌

The talented outside half joins us from @Tata Steel RFC, having also represented Resolven Rugby Clubn and Tonna RFC during his rugby journey.

Jacob has already impressed during trials and pre-season with his pace, creativity, and game awareness. The role of an outside half is crucial – a true playmaker who dictates tempo, unlocks defences, and keeps teams on the front foot – and Jacob has shown all the qualities to thrive in this position. 🎯

🎙️ From Head Coach Tim Ryan 🎙️

“Jacob has had a good preseason and has impressed with his pace and his high skill levels. He’s got good game awareness. I’ve spoken to him about what he’ll need to improve to be in the squad every week and you can see in the games he’s working on it. So if he keeps improving he’ll be putting his hand up more and more for selection.”

🌟 Player Sponsor 🌟

💎 Baroc – A family business in the heart of Neath, Baroc pride themselves on offering high-quality jewellery, gifts, homeware, and iconic women’s accessories. They stock premier brands including Nomination, Clogau, UNOde50, Joma Jewellery, Katie Loxton and many more. ✨

📍 Unit 4, Water Street, Neath

🌟 Player Kit Sponsor 🌟

🥔 Jacketpotatoesneath – Run by the legendary Mark Smith, known as the “jacket potato man of Neath,” this iconic business has been serving the town since 1989 – the same year Neath RFC set the world record for most tries and points in a season (a record that still stands today!). His famous jackets are described by locals as “literally melt in your mouth.” Located by Santander on Green Street, he’s a true Neath icon! 👌

🔥 Welcome to the Gnoll, Jacob Skeel – we’re excited to see you develop into a key playmaker in the famous All Black jersey. 🏉⚫️

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