's, dating back to at least 1896, when Ton Pentre was a football-playing island in the rugby union sea of the South Wales valleys.

reached the Welsh Cup final in 1922 for the town's first and only time where they lost 2–0 to Cardiff City in Tonypandy.

A full house of 2,800, and the ‘Match of the Day’ cameras, saw the ‘Bluebirds’ win 4–1, with Ton Pentre's consolation goal being scored by Gareth Bees.

Ton Pentre however preferred to be promoted to the highest level on their own merits, which was achieved the next year.

Had Ton Pentre held out for the win they would have qualified for the UEFA Cup as Barry Town had secured European qualification through the league.