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Mike from Evesham
Always a pleasure to watch you playing in the 80's, a thorn in the opposition's side. You were never given the credit you deserved. A true Welsh legend.
Chris and Jane, Barry
A true legend of the game. We still love him.
Jack C, Pontypridd
A true legend, gentleman and Welshman. If Tom Jones can be given a Knighthood, then it's arise Sir Neil Jenkins.
Mike Sparling, Pontypridd
The best goal kicker in the history of rugby, no other player in the world could have kicked that penalty in South Africa.
Liam George
Legend, any need to say more
Jason Rigby from Blaenllechau
Neil Jenkins was the best kicker in the world. His record for the time, and amount of games played will probably never get beaten.
Carl Snooks, Beddau
Neil was the best number 10 and he should be next Wales coach.
Vensencho from Sri Lanka
One of the true greats of the game!
Elaine Howell, Newport
Neil is a great player and is such a nice person as well. He played his best for Wales and done us proud. I lived in Ponty for many years and spent all my youth there, and I have a daughter that lives in Cilfynydd. We are proud to have had Neil playing for Ponty and for Wales. Neil, you will never be forgotten and we can't thank you enough for all that you have done on and off the field. We wish you all that's good in life, Neil, as you deserve it. Da iawn bach xxx
Zoe Chappell from Mountain Ash
Neil Jenkins is a legendary rugby player - I just want to thank him for playing for Ponty, Cardiff and Wales as he has brought a lot of glory to our country. Best moment including Neil is the match I watched in the Millennium Stadium where he was about to take a conversion but fell on his bum ... legend rugby player and comedian!
Vowlesy from Llanharry
As they say: To be born Welsh is not to be born with a silver spoon in your mouth but to be born with passion and pride in your heart... Neil, for your passion your hard work and devotion to all that is Wales ... thanks, Jinks.
Ryan Short from Cardiff
He is well cool - what a legend.
Grace Day from Dalgety Bay
Neil was the best by far and still is.
Ceri from Abercynon
What a genius, the best no 10 ever. Thanx Neil.
Donkinkin from Swansea
I think that Neil Jenkins is an amazing kicker and he is better than Jonny Wilkinson by far. I followed him all the time he played for Wales and if he was still playing he should play for the Lions instead of Jonny.
Adam Taylor, Bromsgrove
I thought you were the best Welsh kicker ever.
Noel LR from Dublin
Neil Jenkins was the most reliable place kicker I ever saw in rugby. You could always count on him never to buckle under pressure. When he first appeared against England in 1991 as a youngster I thought here goes another place kicker to pass through, but he turned out a legend!
Jordan Hart, Pembrokeshire
Neil was and is a great asset to Welsh rugby. Now part of the Welsh team once more in a different role but still helping Wales to be the best possible side !!!!!!!
Howard from Cilfynydd
Neil, thanks for the memories, which I will always treasure. From your first senior Ponty game at Stradey to your farewell at the Millenium Stadium with Jason Leonard, I was fortunate enough to see every game you played at Sardis Road and many elsewhere. Not only a great player, but more importantly was and still is just like the boy next door, so approachable. Just fantastic! All the best and thanks a million from a Ponty nut!
Mahoney from Llantwit Fardre
Neil was the best fly-half Wales and possibly the world has ever seen. His reading of the game was amazing and his passing and distribution skills were frightning. Do I even have to mention his kicking skills? They are the best the world has ever seen. He has been my inspiration throught his playing days. Let's just hope the talent that he's got doesn't go to waste. Pass it on to the younger generation, Neil.
Valley Boys down under
Great guy on and off the field - played against him and on the same team. Thanks for the memories - worse thing Welsh rugby done was to force him to Cardiff and disband Pontypridd rugby from the Celtic League. Best supporters in world rugby from the valleys - always show our colours.
John from Fort William
I had the great pleasure of watching him at Sardis Road in the early 90s when I lived in Ponty. Like all the true greats he made a difficult skill look easy. He played with consummate skill, determination and fairness.
Roy Lloyd from Llanelli
I know I'll be accused of being biased but although Neil may not have been a Barry or a Bennie he was a great ambassador for Ponty, Wales and the Lions. As someone has already said a great guy both on and off the field. Well done Neil - just keep on being who you are, a truly NICE guy.
Robert Tucker, from Cilfynydd
A good player, but brilliant kicker. Come back Neil, share your knowledge with the youngsters.
Daniel Tomkinson Armytage from Treorchy
Neil Jenkins is my godfather, and he's the best kicker in the world. I have started playing at fly half after a couple of years at full back.
Bunny, Pontyclun
A true Welsh legend - played with heart on his sleeve. The best place kicker Wales and the world has ever seen, and probably will ever see. Good luck for the future.
Mike from Tonteg
A bloody nice guy on and off the pitch. LEDGEND
Roddy Owen from Amersham, Bucks
One of the few players who deserve the title legend. His performances against France in Paris, in South Africa for the British Lions, his feat of a world record of kicking points, his cut out passes. Just incredible. Planet Rugby classes him as a legend and a wonderful ambassador for the game.
Justin, Rhondda boy
I remember the Scott Gibbs try at Wembley, out of this world! Your kick was as good, but your all round game over the years has been outstanding, cheers for that.
James Tomkinson, Treorchy age 13
Favorite ever player thats why i want to play rugby P.S. my nickname is Jenks ginger hair as well all the best
from Jenks
bobby Church Village
neil for welsh coach
Fran Richards and son Ashley, Pembrokeshire
Neil will always be an all time great. Ashley has a pic with him and Neil taken by myself and was signed at his testimonial at Ponty. What a loss to Ponty when he went to Cardiff, but a bigger loss when teams had to be joined.
David Thomas, Efail Isaf
Not a bad youth cricketer also for the under 13s at Llantwit Fardre.
Liam Harris from Ystradgynlais
Jenks you are just pure amazing. you should come back to help with coaching!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
dai (ponty)
neil is by far a world class player thanks for the memeories niel. neil has been an inspiration to me so has ceri sweeney
marc church village
thank you neil
Michelle from Tonyrefail
For god's sake 'Bring him back', Wales could do with some assistance this year!!
Barry Thomas Lincoln Ex Tonypandy
Simply the best
Ben Russell from Hereford
Grew up watchin you in the number 10........ always wnted t be as gd now i found that playin number 10 isnt as easy as you made it look. So i play 15 instead..
Well done! Wales needs you how bout 1 more game?
Mike Bowkey, Church Village
top point scorer in the "world" need we say any more.only the best will try and beat the greatest.
sara of llantwit
a top player he is well and truly missed
gypo from senghenydd
neil is the best 10 around he never got the pludits he desrves all the best neil your the man
Tony P from Caerphilly
Superb bloke on and off the field.My number one number ten of all time.
Mark from newport
Top all round player,awesome pass which would rip defences apart,thanks for some great memories,all the best Jenks
Mike Sully from Treherbert
You've been there, worn the shirt. Well Done Jenks.
Gareth Davies, Aberaman
A living legend of Welsh and world rugby. Thanks for the memories.
alyn williams from trebanog
neil jenkins was not only the greatest kicker in the world, where else do u see the outside half tackle as much as he did. he is a legend, there will never be another kicker like him.
Jack Morton from Maerdy
Neil Jenkins is a legend, gives gingers a good name!
Charline from Pontypridd now in Oz
Used to give him piggy backs when I exercised his grandfather's horses... Little did I know that he would become a legend in his own right, not just in Pontypridd but around the World....
A tribute to Pontypridd, and Wales !!!!!!
Go Ginge !!!!!!
Kerry Newton,Tonteg
Neil Jenkins is and will always be the local HERO,he always played with pride and passion wether for the local side or Wales,a super sportsman.
Eugene Grimes from Liverpool
The Ginga Ninja was the man! He saved Wales more times than Superman saved Metropolis.
Ieuan jeffreys (pontypridd) & Dan Evans (Cardiff)
Neil Jenkins is a legend and he is well loved for his commitment, ability and expertees.
Amanda from Ponty
He has been an inspiration to Welsh rugby and has certainly put Pontypridd on the map. A gentleman on and off the pitch, a role model for a dedicated Ponty boy.
Tim from Kidderminster
As geniune off the pitch as on - simply the greatest 10 of his era. I feel privileged to have met him and blessed to have watched him play.
Shane Cokayne from Talbot green
I am doing an English report on Neil. All the other boys are doing one on Gavin Henson , but I say Neil makes Gavin look like a amateur.
John Efail Isaf
Neil amassed his points total for Wales on the back of a poor Welsh side. Imagine what could have been achieved with a successful Welsh side?
Daniel from Grangetown
Owain Glyndwr, Dylan Thomas, Neil Jenkins - Welsh Heroes. I don't need to say anymore.
Robert Evans from Ontario Canada originally Aberda
Neil Jenkins has every right to be called a hero, he wore is heart on his sleeve for club and country and deserves every accolade spoken or written about him.Jonny Wilkinson should take notes on how to play the game.
Truthful from Ponty
Shouldn't of gone to Cardiff!
Gary from pontypridd
i wish jenks was allowed to playfor wales as he did for ponty but some welsh coaches would not let him or picked a player who looked like a little school boy lost on the pitch (arwel) a true welsh legend and aways should be
jeff from treorchy
watched neil playing loads of times played all his games with the utmost respect for the otherside. johnny wilkinson doesnt come close neils a legend and will always be. all the best neil. looking forward to seeing you on june the 6th at cardiff.
cheers.
nathan trotter seahouses
This man is not a touch on Jonny Wilkinson. He still has a lot to learn compared to Jonny. Jonny is the complete kicker.
Stephen Hadley, Pontypridd
Neil Jenkins has won the hearts of the Welsh valleys. Neil is what a number 10 player is all about. Pride and the Passion and a great inspiration for Wales, Pontypridd, Cardiff. And most of all a great inspiration for the youngsters. Neil will always live in the hearts of Welsh people all over the green hills of Wales. I wish you all the best Neil - always many thanks Neil.
Matt Talbot Green
Top quality player, top quality sportsman - much knocked during his career, always gave 100% and retired with numerous magic moments, especialy key part in Lions Test Series win in South Africa. An example to everyone in being the best you can!
Ron Jenkins from (Maesteg) NStaff's
One of the Greatest Welsh Rugby Players of all time, Let his record be his epitaph.
Good Luck to you Niel and Thank You for all you have given.
Peter Llewellyn from Milford Haven
A great ambassador for Welsh Rugby and very underestimated as a player.
A true great whose points record will take some beating.
Babs (Holmes) now Drabble
Originally from Church Village
Having followed Neil's career for many years from overseas he is a real inspiration to all up and coming young sports minded children.A down to earth man with high morals coupled with a thirst for success.Well done a credit to yourself your family and the sport.Long may your boots be muddy.
Daniel Jones from Nelson
Im 12 years of age. I love the way Neil played. I watch Jenks a rugby legend all the time. I am doing biographies in English in school so that is why I came on here im doing a short biography on Neil. And I'm looking for extra info on him. He was a top class player, and I'm gonna write a top class biography on him !
Mal from Pontygwaith
My wife thinks you are the best rugby player ever.
Jade Phelps
Not the same Jade as above but I think hes great yeah!!
Hannah Jenkins from Church Village
Neil is my third cousin and I haven't seen him since I was two but he is still an inspiration to me and the rest of my family without a doubt. He is the best kicker in a red shirt that I have ever seen.
Hywel James from Aberystwyth
Neil is an absolute legend and I will never forget his kick v England. As a child I look up to him with great respect. I don't think the world will see anything like him again. Thanks Neil
Jamie, Penygraig
Neil is the best - no one can compare to him and we all want him back. Good luck, Neil.
Lee from Church village
Neil is the best kicker I have ever seen he has an amazing record of 1049. The best player to wear that no. 10 jersey - thanks Neil.
Karen from Pontypridd
What a star. A joy to watch. An inspiration to youngsters, and ALWAYS a gentleman. Good luck for your future Neil. You make us proud to be Welsh. Looking forward to match on 6 June at the Millennium.
Chris Davies From Penclwadd
One of the finest players ever to pull on a red shirt. Also a down to earth person. Well done Neil.
Dean Phillips from Crynant, Neath
It will be sad to see Jenkins hang up his boots, but we will always have the memories of him in that red jersey. I will also be glad to go to the game on 6 June against the English. Go Neil!
Chris from Flintshire
Neil Jenkins Is Wales' version of Jonny Wilkinson!!! But a better hero by far.
Gareth from Ponty
The BEST uncle ever.
Emma D from Carmarthen
An absolute star and hero. Want him back!!!
Jade Phelps
I love him - I think he is superstar. He is my all time favourite Welsh hero.
Gareth Johns from Tonteg
Not many sportsmen would have carried on playing after the knee injury he had. I would also like to thank him for all the pleasure he has given me whenever I have watched him.
Chris McEwan from Romford
I'll always remember his try against Fiji when the opposition turned their backs on him because they were so sure he was going to kick a penalty, and instead he tapped it and ran it in for 5 points. The mark of a legend.
Ainsley Ralph from Bromyard
He is an ambassador of the game. Showing great temperament and nerves of steal, he is a great example to anyone wishing to play the sport.
Johnny C from Margam
Just wanna thank him for his time with Wales and Ponty and Cardiff. He is without doubt a legend in our game. Cheers Jenks for it all.
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