Derby between Whitland and Crymych and teams in Bowl action

Championship:

Rhydyfelin v Narberth​

The Otters are yet to put together a complete 80 minute display, and yet are still sitting pretty with two wins from two after coming through a scrappy start against Newbridge on Saturday.

They go to a Rhydyfelin side buoyed by a 29-0 home win over Newcastle Emlyn last weekend - and Sean Gale and co have opted to make a number of changes.

Ianto Griffiths switches to 15 with Jonathan Rodgers in at outside half, with Kieron Jones moving to centre and Crymych's Laurence Headlam coming onto the wing. Rhys Lane also returns at 9.

Despite a dominant scrum last week, the front row is entirely changed, and Tom Powell and Andrew Cooke also start.

The Otters have a big squad, and it seems they're putting faith in it.

Narberth: Ianto Griffiths, Jonny Morgan, Kieron Jones, Jack Price, Laurence Headlam, Jonathan Rogers, Rhys Lane, Bradley Davies, Rhodri Owens, Tom Kaijaks, Tom Powell, Alex Jenkins (capt), Rich Rees, Andrew Cooke, Steffan Phillips. Replacements: Dan Smith, Owen Jordan, Kyle Hamer, Lewys Gibby, Jake Jenkins.

Division One West:

Whitland v Crymych

Both these sides have started with two tight clashes, and I expect this derby to produce another close one.

The Borderers held their nerve to win at Tenby and make it two wins from two on Saturday, while Crymych, who also beat the Seasiders on the opening day, lost narrowly at Aberystwyth.

Interestingly, Gino Setaro switches to 15 for the Borderers despite tries in each game from centre so far, with Scott Lloyd coming in at 13. 

Crymych are yet to reveal their side but losing Headlam to Narberth is a blow - while the boot and all round play of Ifan Phillips will be key to them again.

In fact, the goal kicking duel between Nico Setaro and Phillips could be pivotal if this one pans out as close as expected.

Whitland: Gino Setaro, Liam Price, Scott Lloyd, Josh Thomas, Sean Coles, Nico Setaro, Tom Parry, Aaron Mayne, Marc Jones, Tomos Evans, Courtney Bowman, Ben Kirk, Scott Buirds, Ryan Morgan, Jack Mason. Replacements: Michael Ryan, Jamie Thomas, Jimmy Buirds, Danny Evans, Dan Evans.

Yr Hendy v Tenby United

The major positive for Tenby thus far is that unlike many games towards the end of last season, they have turned in two competitive displays and led at half time against both Crymych and Whitland. The negative is they eventually lost both matches.

They have new coaches and players so it is going to take time to adjust, but Gareth Thomas will eye a chance to get a first win against a Yr Hendy side comfortably beaten by both Gorseinon and Dunvant.

The Seasiders appear to be missing last week's try scorer Jack Parkinson, with Aaron James replacing him at 13. There is also a start for promising young flanker Max Brindley.

In fact on paper, the visitors are strong enough to get a result here. But if they do get ahead, unlike the past fortnight, they have to keep composure and close the game out.

Tenby United: Dan Wainwright, Ashley Murdoch, Aaron James, Pat Roberts, Jordan Asparassa, Lloyd Thomas, Ben Pugh, Huw Evans, Dan Allen, Jack Broadhurst, Mike Davis, Luke Dedman, Max Brindley, Jason Ronowitz, Roy Osborn. Replacements: Jack Davies, Wes Bonser, Harry Owen, Charlie Patching, Yannick Parker.

Division Two West:

Carmarthen Athletic v Pembroke

When you've moved up a league, the last thing you want is a slow start and Pembroke will be delighted with two wins from two so far.

Geraint Lewis has not had a full compliment to choose from either and competition for places remains healthy - but tomorrow life in Division Two really begins.

They won at Fishguard courtesy of Toby Smith's late penalty in a game where skipper Scott Powell also stood out - but this trip represents their first game outside of the county this season, and the start of a number of tough road trips that signify higher level club rugby.

Athletic also have two wins from two after a 22-0 win at St Clears last week and appear to have the bit between their teeth.

In their National Bowl run last season the Scarlets proved they can perform away from home, and they'll need to stand up again here.

Fishguard v Burry Port

The Seagulls could easily be sitting here with two wins from two, but twice now have been cruelly denied at the death.

Tomorrow it's just about getting the win they're craving, and coaches Nathan Jenkins and Simon James will be hell bent on ensuring their side don't start slowly. Against both Loughor and Pembroke, they were left playing catch up.

Predictably, skipper Chris Shousha had stood out in the back row and their young back line has exciting potential. There has been little wrong with the commitment or the desire so far, but they must turn that into a victory against a Burry Port side that beat Loughor 38-10 last week.

Penclawdd v St Clears

It's early days, but St Clears sit bottom without a point to their name as yet.

I watched their first half in Pembroke on the opening day and they were anything but outplayed, but were 'nilled' against Athletic the week after.

In skipper Adam Phillips they have an experienced and dangerous full back, and hooker Dafydd Page continues to excel in the ball carrying stakes. The Saints have enough quality and know how on the field, but even at this stage, you don't want to slip far off teams above you.

And this will be a tough test with Penclawdd having taken 10 points from 10, scoring 55 points at Mumbles last week.

But they also conceded 26, and the visitors must take their chances tomorrow.

National Bowl Round 1:

Aberaeron v Milford Haven

The elation was evident at The Obs when Milford beat Haverfordwest last week, but this is a real test of their mentality.

When you're coming down from a high, inevitably it's difficult to get back up for a tough away trip in the cup.

Captain Jamie Lewis was outstanding in that win despite carrying an injury so may be a doubt, and Nathan Williams may rotate players given the physicality of that Haverfordwest game.

Aberaeron too had an intense clash though, and their scrum and lineout was impressive as they won 24-22 at Cardigan.

The Mid-Wales team can also play behind, with centres Ollie Sawyer and Tom Slinger a dangerous partnership in midfield, and The Mariners can't afford to be off the boil.

One Milford player who will be missing is centre Dan Birch, away on his stag do in Ibiza. Let's be honest, he's probably having a better time this weekend than the rest of us.

Cardigan v Bynea

The Teifisiders will take heart from the way they fought back against Aberaeron, and here's a big chance to grab a first win of the season.

Winger Geraint Williams scored a super try while player coach Colin Davies and captain John Lumb were instrumental in the second half - but they need to cut out the yellow cards after getting four over the 80 minutes.

Keep their heads and they can progress, although Bynea come into this with two wins from two in Division  Three West B, having beaten New Dock Stars 18-3 last week.

Haverfordwest v Pantyffynnon

The Blues would have been disappointed with that loss at Milford Haven, and afterwards coach Steve Barnett was quick to admit they under performed.

Here's a chance to put it right under little pressure. Haverfordwest are hard to stop when they play with pace and accuracy, but the latter component was lacking at The Obs. Craig Barnett will look to play an open game at No 10 and if their centre pairing of Liam Mainwaring and Gaz Owens can get front foot ball, they will do damage.

They may be missing skipper Matthew Clark with injury after he was forced off last week, but regardless, they'll be seeking set piece improvements.

Lampeter Town (walkover) v Pembroke Dock Quins - Pembroke Dock Quins unable to raise a side.

Nantgaredig (walkover) v St Davids - St Davids unable to raise a side.

New Dock Stars v Llangwm

The Wasps meanwhile, will be buzzing (bad joke I know) from that win, and won't want to let momentum drop in Llanelli.

No 8 Josh Hicks and prop Steve Rees were two to impress in that win over St Davids, their first in over season, and new signing Dan Goodridge added sharpness at 12.

This won't be an easy trip by any means, but at least the visitors travel with renewed belief.

Penygroes v Laugharne

Laugharne had a rest last weekend after beating Cardigan, so this will blow off the cobwebs.

Penygroes have regrouped after struglling for players in recent times, winning both their games in Division West Central C so far.

A trip to Llanelli isn't half as far for Carl Smith and co as it is for most of our local sides, and the skipper will want his team to go full strength and progress here.