Brynteg pupils on duty for the Lions

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Top doc: Jack Matthews

Jack Matthews (1950) The midfield hard man was ever present during the six Tests against NZ and . Team doctor in 1980. JPR Williams (1971, 1974) ‘ legend, ever present during the glory years. On the losing side just once in eight Tests.

Gareth Williams (1980)

Rangy back rower well suited to hard grounds, did well in playing in one Test.

Mike Hall (1989)

Classy centre, toured Australia with Ian McGeechan’s Lions and played in the .

Rob Howley (1997, 2001)

Was all set to be a Test starter in 1997 before injury. Started the first two Tests in 2001 before another injury.

Daffyd James (2005)

Much travelled wing, James was with when he played in all three Tests in 2001, scoring a great try in Brisbane.

Gavin Henson (2005)

Missed out on World Cups but made the 2005 tour to and despite a groin injury played in the Second and Third Tests.

Rhys Webb (2017)

Started the First Test against New Zealand and scored a try, won a second cap as a replacement in the drawn Test.

Josh Navidi (2021)

Barnstorming flanker, was a late call up for the South Africa trip but given little opportunity to shine.

Great try: Daffyd James
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