[1] The club's most notable player is Tom Clapp, who in 1887 and 1888 captained the Welsh team on three occasions, including their first win over old rivals Scotland.

Whereas most lower level clubs can only attribute their links to first class players before the individual was capped, Clapp played his first three matches as a full Welsh international while still turning out for Nantyglo.

The club recently raised money for an ex player who had suffered severe spinal damage and had spent months in hospital.

Some squad members agreed to be photographed for a 'naked calendar' which proved to be very popular.

The team also achieved a good cup run, narrowly missing out on an appearance at The Millennium Stadium, Cardiff.