Local rugby roundup - Newport Saracens are well in the hunt for promotion after Saturday's hard-fought 26-13 victory over Hirwaun in the Welsh League Division Two East.
Ross Madden got Saries on their way with a first minute try, and he added another touchdown in the second period after the hosts got back to 10-10 before half-time.
Croesyceiliog were held to a 6-6 draw with Treherbert, with Matthew Entwistle kicking their points.
Ben Morris grabbed a try and Darryl Carter added a penalty for Tredegar, but it wasn't enough as they went down 9-8 to Abercynon.
Risca remain bottom after going down 30-13 at high-flying Ystrad Rhondda, while Brynithel are now level with relegation rivals Llantrisant after a fine 22-0 victory.
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