From the match programme:-
"WELCOME NEWPORT"
"We bring down the curtain on this season's home fixtures with the visit of old rivals Newport for a Whitbread Merit Table game. Pontypool will be seeking the double this afternoon, having taken Newport's long standing ground record in an exciting 16 pts to 13 win. Later this month the Black and Ambers face Swansea in the Cup Final, and being the holders we wish them success and thus keep the Cup in Gwent."
"Although Pontypool have had better seasons in recent years, the present one has had its highlights. Several outstanding victories spring to mind. This includes that victory at Rodney Parade against today's visitors and wins over Neath 51 - nil, Cross Keys 32 - nil and Ebbw Vale 46 - nil."
"Our congratulations to Peter Lewis who has become the first player in senior Welsh rugby to top 300 pts this season, also to John Perkins who recently played his 150th game for the club."
"During the interval a collection will be taken in aid of the Hospital Broadcast Fund. Your usual, generous support of this
worthy cause will be much appreciated. Graham Howden"