Retained – Dafydd Thomas, Ewan Bowden, Morgan Rees, Dylan Edwards. Morgan Richards. Mitch Rankine and Ryan Gardner

Dafydd Thomas made a big impact on his return to the Steelmen last season, playing the most minutes in the SRC in 2026/27.
Ewan Bowden made a great impact in 25/26 before injury curtailed his season. Ewan will look to pass 50 appearances in 2026/27.
Morgan Rees will start his 2nd season for the Steelmen since signing from Queensland Reds.
Dylan Edwards starts his 2nd season with the Steelmen since signing from Brynmawr RFC. Dylan scored the winning try in the last minute of the SRC Playoff semi-final against Newport RFC.
Morgan Richards starts his 4th season with the Steelmen playing across the back 3.
Mitch Rankine, starts his 2nd season with his hometown club having joined from Brynmawr RFC. Mitch started in the playoff final in 2025/26.
Ryan Gardner passed 50 appearances for the Steelmen in 2025/26.