The Scrum V End of Season Awards
The Scrum V podcast delivers a fiery, affectionate end-of-season awards show that transforms rugby debate into a high-stakes, pub-style showdown. The hosts dissect each Welsh regional team’s season with brutal honesty, awarding Cardiff a hard-fought A for overcoming adversity, depth issues, and a shaky start—despite losing key players and playing with a weakened squad. The Ospreys earn a C+, praised for their resilience amid existential uncertainty about their future, while the Dragons, though finishing last in the league, are lauded for their cultural transformation and European success, earning a B-minus. The Scarlets, despite a strong attack, are penalized with a D for discipline, a recurring theme that undermined their season. The standout moment comes in the Player of the Year debate, where Dan Thomas—unselected by Wales despite being a defensive rock for Cardiff—emerges as the consensus choice, sparking a passionate defense of overlooked talent. The episode culminates in a combined 15 of the season, packed with rising stars and under-the-radar performers, proving that excellence isn’t always flashy. The hosts close with a shared plea: clarity on the future of Welsh rugby’s structure, a call for stability after years of chaos.
Cardiff earned an A despite losing key players and playing with a weakened squad, proving their resilience and defensive discipline.
Dan Thomas was named Player of the Season despite never being capped by Wales, highlighting a systemic failure to recognize elite regional talent.
The Ospreys deserve a C+ for maintaining performance amid existential uncertainty about their future as a region.
The Dragons, though finishing last in the league, earned a B-minus for cultural transformation and European success, including a win in Paris.
The Scarlets were penalized with a D for discipline, with 18 yellow cards and poor set-piece control undermining their season.
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Awards Season Begins: The Welsh Rugby Debate
The hosts kick off the end-of-season awards with a lively intro, setting the tone for a passionate, pub-style debate on the season's highs and lows across all four Welsh regions.
Game of the Season: Cardiff vs Stormers
“I think that's a great shout. Purely for drama, I'm going to go for Scarlet's Cardiff. The Derby game that... So you thought Scarlets were out of sight following three early second half tries from Johnny Williams, Dane Blacker and Murray crossing. But then Cardiff had three late tries of their own.”
Cardiff’s Season Review: A Hard-Fought A
Cardiff’s season is evaluated with a mix of admiration and realism. Despite poor away form and injury setbacks, their defensive solidity and home dominance earn them an A.
Ospreys: C+ for Resilience Amid Chaos
The Ospreys receive a C+ for their performance under immense off-field pressure, including threats of regional cuts, with praise for their leadership and consistency despite missed opportunities.
Dragons: B-Minus for Cultural Transformation
The Dragons earn a B-minus for their dramatic improvement, highlighted by a historic win in Paris and a strong Challenge Cup run, despite finishing last in the league.
“I think that's a great shout. Purely for drama, I'm going to go for Scarlet's Cardiff. The Derby game that... So you thought Scarlets were out of sight following three early second half tries from Johnny Williams, Dane Blacker and Murray crossing. But then Cardiff had three late tries of their own.”
“It's not just about all the games, it's the big games in big moments is when he delivers and that's what you want from your seven.”
“We're not giving any other region an A so let's give Cardiff an A oh I was going to say B plus because James said B okay fine you said B plus Scott said A I mean I was going to go B plus but if you want to go A do you want to go A?”
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