For the first time, three knock-out competitions have run throughout the season, allowing teams of every level the chance to compete for glory at the Millennium Stadium.
The Bowl Final kicks off proceedings at 11am, with Wattstown taking on Ystradgynlais after beating Ystalyfera and Porthcawl in their respective semi-finals.
The Plate final follows at 1.15pm with Pontypool United facing Rhydyfelin after semi-final victories over Caernarfon and RTB Ebbw Vale.
The climax of the day, the Cup final, sees holders Penallta take on Pontypridd at 3.30pm, the champions having beaten Cowbridge 27-3 and Pontypridd winning 13-5 against Aberavon Quins in the last four.
Penallta Youth coach Steve Cribb said, “It is fantastic for the coaches and players to reach the Millennium Stadium Finals Day, the prestige of the venue is a great motivation for everyone involved. Experiencing the Millennium Stadium as players and coaches – using the players’ entrance and tunnel and running onto the pitch is what made the day so special last year, and winning topped the whole thing off.
“Some boys aren’t in education so it’s important those players are still able to develop competitively – and youth rugby is also vital for the sustainability of senior club rugby too. It’s fantastic every youth team has had the chance to get to the Millennium Stadium this season – we played in front of a good crowd last year but hopefully everyone will stay around to enjoy the whole day tomorrow, and our supporters will hopefully get there early too to create a festival atmosphere.”
Cribb insists it hasn’t been plain sailing for the champions in reaching the WRU Youth Finals Day for a second consecutive time.
“It certainly hasn’t been an easy route to the final, we have had some tough games. Glamorgan Wanderers at the very start of the season was a close one, we only came out on top in the last 10 minutes. Crymych was a great battle in the quarter-finals between two good teams and Cowbridge was another in the semis.
“The players are very motivated by the prospect of playing Pontypridd in the final – the fact that they are so dominant at senior level in the Principality Premiership adds to the kudos of the fixture. However, we are confident in our ability if we play our best rugby and it would be great to win again. ”
Tickets for the WRU Youth Finals Day are £5 for adults. There is free entry for Under 16s but a ticket will be required to enter venue. Tickets will be available on the day from the WRU ticket office (8 Westgate Street) and from ticket booths on Gate 3 ramp.
WRU Youth Finals Day
Saturday 18 April, Millennium Stadium
Bowl Final – 11.00 – Wattstown v Ystradgynlais
Plate Final – 13.15- Pontypool United v Rhydyfelin
Cup Final – 15.30 – Penallta v Pontypridd
