The Scarlets () are one of the four professional

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teams and are based in

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. Their home ground is the Parc y Scarlets stadium. They play in the United Rugby Championship and the

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(which replaced the

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from the 2014–15 season). The club was originally named the Llanelli Scarlets but was renamed at the start of the 2008–09 rugby season. The Llanelli Scarlets were founded in 2003, as one of the five (now four) regional teams created by the

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(WRU). The Scarlets are affiliated with a number of semi-professional and amateur clubs throughout the area, including Welsh Premier Division sides Llanelli RFC, Carmarthen Quins RFC and Llandovery RFC. Through the 2007–08 season, they played most of their games at

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, but they have also played matches at the

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. The club's new stadium, Parc y Scarlets ( en, Scarlets Park), was constructed in nearby Pemberton, and opened in November 2008. The Scarlets won the league twice: the initial 2003–04 Celtic League season, and the Pro12 in 2016–17, defeating Munster 46–22 in the

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History

Formation

In 2003, the WRU elected to reduce the top tier of Welsh professional rugby from nine clubs into five regions during the introduction of regional rugby union teams in Wales, attempting to mirror the successful formats in

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and

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. Initially, it was planned to have a region playing at Stradey Park, with players coming from Llanelli, Swansea and Neath. This was then modified to have Llanelli and Swansea merging, while Neath joined with Bridgend. Llanelli were opposed to both plans and requested standalone status. Eventually, Llanelli and

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were allowed to remain independent. The Llanelli Scarlets brand was officially launched on 7 July 2003. Despite always having been a 100% owned Llanelli RFC subsidiary, the Scarlets were originally conceived as representing the whole of West and North Wales. In the early seasons of Regional Rugby, the Scarlets played a small number of games in the Racecourse Ground in Wrexham. Whilst nominally continuing to be the Regional Franchisee for North Wales, the Scarlets presence there has withered. As of 2018, the Scarlets consider their region to represent the three counties of

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and

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. Following the Scarlets' short lived forays into North Wales, the vacuum has in effect been filled by RGC 1404, (formed in 2007, and like the original regional franchisees formed four years earlier a top down creation of the WRU) which has become something of an unofficial 'four and a halfth' region. Llanelli RFC, which owns the Scarlets franchise continues as a

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semi professional side, in the same way as Cardiff RFC, (the stand-alone owner of The Blues Franchise), and alongside other Scarlets feeder clubs Llandovery and Carmarthen Quinns.

2003–2014

Largely drawn from the very successful Llanelli RFC side of the preceding year, the Scarlets carried that success forward into their inaugural season. They reached the last eight of the

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and finished the Celtic League season as champions by four points over

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. In the Heineken Cup, the Scarlets were drawn in Pool Four along with Northampton Saints,

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and

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. The Scarlets won five of their six matches, losing only to Agen, and finished at the top of their pool before losing to French club

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27–10 in the quarter-final. Magners League Scarlets Vs

The following season, however, was less successful. Plagued by injuries and retirements, as well as the transfer of influential fly-half Stephen Jones to Clermont, the Scarlets finished a disappointing fifth in the league. They were even less successful in the Heineken Cup, winning just two of their six pool games to finish third in the pool behind Northampton Saints and

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. The salvation of their season came in reaching the final of the Celtic Cup, in which they lost 26–17 to

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. The Scarlets again failed to qualify from their Heineken Cup group in 2005–06 and finished sixth in the Celtic League. They did, however, find more success in the newly restructured Anglo-Welsh Cup. After finishing at the top of their pool, they defeated

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by one point in the semi-finals to reach the final against London Wasps at

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; missing several international players, they lost 26–10. In the Heineken Cup, it was a similar story to the previous season, with the Scarlets winning two of their six fixtures to finish third in the pool again, behind Toulouse and Wasps. Despite finishing sixth in the Celtic League, the team qualified for the Heineken Cup for the 2006–07 season as the second-best-placed Welsh team in the league. They also re-signed Stephen Jones and full-back Barry Davies extended his contract to stay with the Scarlets. The Scarlets' Director of Rugby, Gareth Jenkins, had been appointed as Wales' national team coach, having been with the region since its inception. Phil Davies, then coach of

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, replaced Jenkins at the Scarlets. At the first home game of the 2006–07 season, an information sheet was handed out to supporters with details of the club's financial situation. There was opposition by local residents to plans by the Scarlets to move to a new stadium and sell their current ground for housing development. The information sheet stated that, due to delays caused by the opposition and benefactors pulling out of the club, it was "extremely unlikely that he Llanelli Scarletscould survive to the end of the present season unless other financial assistance is found", which would result in "the loss, probably for all time, of professional rugby in West Wales." Local residents believed, however, that the infrastructure, such as roads and schools, will not cope with 450 new houses being built on the site. On 28 November 2006, the regions secured investment from Tim Griffiths, a London-based businessman. Scarlets lineout

In the

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, the Scarlets recorded one of the most famous victories in their brief history as a region, defeating

41–34 away, despite twice trailing by 21 points. This was an unexpected victory, despite the Scarlets having won their first three games of the 2006–07 competition. They later secured their place in the Heineken Cup quarter-final with a convincing 35–11 win over

at Ravenhill. The Scarlets went on to become only the fifth team in the history of the competition to win all their pool matches. They beat current holders

24–15 at

in the quarter-finals, but were beaten 33–17 in the semis by a strong

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side, putting an end to their hopes of making it 'third time lucky' in Heineken Cup semi-finals. On 30 April 2008, Phil Davies was controversially sacked as the Scarlets' head coach. The reasons for his departure remain unclear, but it is believed that he found out via the media before being informed by club chairman Stuart Gallacher. The Scarlets moved from Stradey Park at the end of November 2008 to a new ground at Pemberton called Parc y Scarlets. The final Scarlets match played at Stradey Park was on 24 October 2008, against

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in the group stage of the Anglo-Welsh Cup. The Scarlets won 27–0 in front of a capacity crowd, which included former Llanelli captains such as Delme Thomas and Phil Bennett. The Scarlets' first match at their new home was an 18–16 Celtic League defeat to

on 28 November 2008. Their first Heineken Cup match at Parc y Scarlets was held on 12 December against

which ended in a 16–16 draw. Both matches were held with reduced capacity, as law requires that a new stadium hold three events at reduced capacity before it is authorised for its full capacity. The official opening ceremony was on 31 January 2009 when the Scarlets faced the

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. In 2008, head coach Phil Davies was replaced by Nigel Davies after a sixth-place finish in the Celtic League and an end of season slump. Nigel Davies departed the club in 2012, and was replaced by defence coach and longtime Scarlets player, Simon Easterby.

2014–2019: the Wayne Pivac years

In May 2014, it was confirmed that the four Welsh regions would compete in the annual Premiership Sevens Series after a three-year deal was agreed with BT Sport. After the 2013–14 season, the Scarlets had numerous changes in coaching staff. Forwards coach Danny Wilson departed for

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, while Byron Hayward joined as a defense coach. Wayne Pivac was hired as an assistance coach, but selected as head coach when Simon Easterby left the position to become forwards coach with

. Under Pivac, the Scarlets' performances did not immediately turn around. Centre Jonathan Davies left for Clermont ahead of the 2014–15 season, but Hadleigh Parkes was signed from Auckland, and reunited with former coach Pivac. Mid-table finishes continued for the next two seasons. Mark Jones departed in 2015, replaced by long time Scarlets outside half and London Wasps attack coach Stephen Jones. Ahead of 2016, Tadhg Beirne joined the side. The Irish forward arrived from Leinster, and capable of playing at lock and in the back row, and proved to be an influential player in the pack. Recruitment was further bolstered with

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back

Johnny McNicholl Johnny McNicholl (born 24 September 1990) is a New Zealand born rugby union player who plays as a Winger or fullback for the Scarlets regional side in the Pro14 league and the Wales national team. Career McNicholl was a stand-out performer i ...

and the return of Jonathan Davies from France. Outside half Rhys Patchell was signed from Cardiff Blues, with Steven Shingler moving in the opposite direction. The season started poorly, with the Scarlets losing their first three matches. Improvements throughout the season saw the Scarlets finish in 3rd place on the table, qualifying for the play-offs. The Scarlets beat Leinster away at the RDS Stadium, 27–15, despite winger Steff Evans being sent off in the first half. The Scarlets beat Munster in the final with an emphatic 46–22 win. This was the Scarlets second title, their first having come in 2004 during the first Celtic League season. The Scarlets looked to maintain their title the following season in the inaugural Pro14 tournament.

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joined from

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, replacing outgoing fullback Liam Williams. They topped their pool in the Champions Cup, and defeated

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in the quarter final, 29–17. The Scarlets fell short of the final, losing to eventual winners Leinster in their semi-final. They again reached the final in the league, having defeated the Cheetahs and Glasgow in the knock out rounds, but came up short against Leinster, losing 40–32 in the

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despite a late flurry of tries and a hat-trick from Johnny McNicholl. Wayne Pivac was announced as the next Welsh head coach, taking over from Warren Gatland after the 2019 Rugby World Cup. With him left Stephen Jones and Byron Hayward, who joined Pivac on the Welsh coaching staff. Crusaders assistant coach

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was announced as the next head coach in December 2018.

2019–present: Coaching changes

New coach Brad Mooar started the 2019 season well, winning five out of the first six matches, but left before settling in, having been selected by new All Blacks coach Ian Foster to join his staff as assistant coach. The Scarlets and

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agreed to a release for Mooar, and his assistant coach

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was named as his successor. Dwayne Peel was announced as head coach for the forthcoming season, with Delaney moving to a Director of Rugby role. After a poor run of matches, Delaney was relieved of his duties as head coach and departed the club before assuming the role, with Dai Flanagan stepping in as caretaker head coach. Ahead of the 2021–22 United Rugby Championship, Leinster skills coach Hugh Hogan was brought in as defence coach. Hogan departed after one reason, being replaced by Wales assisant coach Gareth Williams. Few signings were made prior to the new season, with All Blacks utility forward

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the headline acquisition, while Liam Williams departed following his second spell with the club. Longtime prop Rob Evans followed Steff Hughes, and former Dragon Angus O'Brien to the newly renamed

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, along with backs coach Dai Flanagan, who was named as their new head coach. Following their collapse in October 2022,

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head coach Lee Blackett joined as backs coach for the remainder of the season. The season began poorly for the Scarlets, winning only one URC match prior to the international window. Wales prop

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joined midseason, with Samson Lee remaining sidelined with a long term injury. Upon regrouping, fortunes had changed, with the club winning both matches in the first two rounds of the 2022–23 EPCR Challenge Cup pool stages, putting themselves at the top of their pool.

Name and colours

The Scarlets took their name from the nickname of Llanelli RFC, their main feeder club. Llanelli have played in red since 1884 when they played a game against a touring

side. This close link with Llanelli RFC has also led to the Scarlets adopting the

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colour for their primary jerseys, with their secondary colours generally being blue. The region was originally named the Llanelli Scarlets, but was renamed at the start of the 2008–09 rugby season to more accurately represent the area covered by the region.

Kit suppliers

Stadium

From 2003 to the 2007–08 season, the Scarlets played most of their home matches at Llanelli's

(also the home of Llanelli RFC). However, they have played several games in North Wales, at

, to promote the region's geographical representation. The last league game played at the Racecourse Ground was in September 2005. The 2006–07 season was planned to be the last season played at Stradey Park, which was subsequently to be demolished for the building of apartments. The Scarlets played every home game of the 2006–07 season at Stradey Park to commemorate the historic ground. They played their last game at Stradey Park on 24 October 2008 against Bristol, and their first game at Parc y Scarlets on 28 November 2008 against Munster. The new home of the Scarlets and Llanelli RFC, known as '' Parc y Scarlets'' ( en, Scarlets Park), is in Pemberton. The new stadium cost £23 million to be constructed and holds 14,340 spectators. The first game held at the stadium was Llanelli RFC versus Cardiff RFC held on 15 November 2008. The stadium's main stand is located on the south side of the ground, and houses the new Scarlets museum and club shop, as well as a sports bar, the players' changing rooms and a players' gym. Stadium blueprints planned for the main stand to be about tall. Outside the stadium there is a training barn for the players, as well as a training pitch and athletics track. The remainder of the site is taken up by the

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retail park.

Current squad

Academy squad

British & Irish Lions

The following players were selected for the

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touring squads while contracted to the Scarlets: * 2005: Simon Easterby,

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* 2009: Stephen Jones,

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: Jonathan Davies,

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* 2017: Jonathan Davies,

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, Liam Williams *

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: Gareth Davies, Wyn Jones,

, Liam Williams Stephen Jones was also selected for the 2005 Lions tour whilst playing for

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. Former Scarlets

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and

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were also selected for the Lions on the 2001 tour to Australia while playing for Llanelli RFC.

Notable former players

Players who have won over 20 international caps and have played for the Scarlets: * Josh Adams *

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* Aled Davies * John Davies *

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* Rob Evans *

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* Mark Jones * Stephen Jones *

* Hadleigh Parkes *

* Mike Phillips *

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* Mark Taylor *

Gavin Thomas Gavin Michael Thomas (born 22 October 1977) is a Welsh former international rugby union player who played as a Flanker (rugby union), flanker. He played his club rugby for Tondu RFC, Tondu, Bridgend Ravens, Bridgend, Bath Rugby, Bath, the Ospreys ...

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* Liam Williams * Chris Wyatt * David Lyons *

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* D. T. H. van der Merwe *

Olly Barkley Oliver John Barkley (born 28 November 1981) is a former English rugby union player who played for Bath, Gloucester, Racing Metro, Grenoble, Scarlets and London Welsh at fly-half between 2001 and 2016. Early career Barkley was born in Hammersmit ...

Ben Morgan Benjamin John Morgan (born 18 February 1989) is an England international rugby union player currently plays at number eight for Gloucester. Morgan scored his first try for the Scarlets on 22 April 2011 against Glasgow Warriors. Morgan went t ...

* Tadhg Beirne *

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* Simon Easterby * Dave Hewett *

Kees Meeuws Kees Junior Meeuws (; born 26 July 1974) is a New Zealand former rugby union prop and former assistant coach of the Highlanders in the Super Rugby competition, and also a real estate agent by trade and a painter by education. Meeuws played ...

Horațiu Pungea Horațiu Eugen Pungea (born 18 February 1986) is a Romanian rugby union footballer. He plays as a prop for Lyon. He started his career at CS Universitatea Cluj-Napoca before moving to play for RC Timișoara in the Romanian Rugby Championship. In ...

Mahonri Schwalger Mahonri Schwalger (born 15 September 1978) is a former Samoan professional rugby union footballer who last played in New Zealand for the Chiefs in the Super Rugby competition and for Counties Manukau in the National Provincial Championship. He ...

* John Barclay * Bruce Douglas *

Sean Lamont Sean Lamont (born 15 January 1981) is a Scottish former international rugby union player and now Strength and Conditioning Coach. He played at centre and on the wing. He gained 105 caps for Scotland before retiring from international rugby in 2 ...

* Scott Macleod * Herschel Jantjies * Inoke Afeaki *

Viliame Iongi Viliame "Pila" Iongi (born 8 August 1989) is a Tongan national rugby union player. He has played for Tonga. Iongi has 12 caps for Tonga and scored seven tries, four coming on his debut in the Churchill Cup against United States. Iongi played in ...

Sililo Martens Sililo Victor Martens (born 27 April 1977 in Auckland, New Zealand) is a former Tongan international rugby union player. Career Martens was born in Auckland, New Zealand to a Tongan mother and Australian father. He spent most of his early childho ...

Mike Hercus Mike Hercus (born June 5, 1979) is a retired rugby union player who played at fly-half for the United States national team and several top level professional clubs around the globe. Hercus is the USA Eagles' all-time leading scorer with 465 poi ...

* Dave Hodges

Coaching staff

Head coaches

Current backroom staff

Results and statistics

Seasons

* 2003–04 Llanelli Scarlets season * 2004–05 Llanelli Scarlets season * 2005–06 Llanelli Scarlets season * 2006–07 Llanelli Scarlets season * 2007–08 Llanelli Scarlets season * 2008–09 Scarlets season * 2009–10 Scarlets season * 2010–11 Scarlets season *

2011–12 Scarlets season The 2011–12 season is the ninth in the history of the Scarlets regional side. In this season, they will compete in the Pro14, Pro12 (formerly known as the Pro14, Celtic League), the Heineken Cup and the Anglo-Welsh Cup, LV Cup. Friendlies Rab ...

2012–13 Scarlets season The 2012–13 season is the 10th in the history of the Scarlets Welsh regional rugby union side. In this season, they competed in the Pro12, the Heineken Cup and the LV Cup. At the end of the season, Jonathan Davies and George North were ca ...

* 2013–14 Scarlets season * 2014–15 Scarlets season * 2015–16 Scarlets season * 2016–17 Scarlets season *

2017–18 Scarlets season The 2017–18 season is the 15th season in the history of the Scarlets, a Welsh rugby union regional side based in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire. This season, they are competing in the newly revamped Pro14 as the defending champions, the Rugby Champio ...

* 2018–19 Scarlets season *

2019–20 Scarlets season The 2019–20 season is the 16th season in the history of the Scarlets, a Welsh regional rugby union side based in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire. In this season, they will compete in the Pro14 and, after failing to qualify for the European Rugby Champ ...

2020–21 Scarlets season The 2020–21 season is the 17th season in the history of the Scarlets, a Welsh regional rugby union side based in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire. In this season, they competed in the Pro14 and the Champions Cup. In December 2020, it was announced t ...

* 2021–22 Scarlets season

Celtic League / Pro12 / Pro14 / United Rugby Championship

Celtic Cup

Heineken Cup / European Champions Cup

European Challenge Cup

Anglo-Welsh Cup

Honours

* Celtic League/Pro12/Pro14: **''Winners'': 2 ( 2003–04), ( 2016–17) **''Runners-up'': 1 ( 2017–18) * United Rugby Championship Welsh Shield **''Runners-up'': 1 ( 2021–22) * Celtic Cup **''Runners-up'': 1 ( 2004–05) * Anglo-Welsh Cup **''Runners-up'': 1 ( 2005–06)

ERC Elite Awards

For the 10th anniversary season of the Heineken Cup, ERC, the tournament organisers, introduced the ERC Elite Awards scheme to recognise and reward the players and teams who have made outstanding contributions to the tournament. The Scarlets were awarded the ERC team award for playing 50 games, and

, John Davies,

and

were recognised for having made 50 appearances in the competition.

References

External links

Scarlets official site

Scarlets
on WRU.co.uk
Scarlets
on BBC.co.uk
Scarlets Forum
{{Scarlets squad Welsh rugby union teams United Rugby Championship teams Rugby clubs established in 2003 Sport in Llanelli 2003 establishments in Wales