Speaking of the new website, Cardiff Blues, Marketing and Media Officer, Gwydion Griffiths said "We carried out research last season with a number of our stakeholders, including supporters, sponsors, players and media representatives to identify areas where we could improve our web service.  Many of the new functions introduced are as a direct result of these consultations."

"A number of fans had a sneak preview during our family fun day and the feedback we had was fantastic.  I am certain that all Cardiff Blues fans will be as enthusiastic and quickly sign up to receive the weekly news bulletins."

Sotic are a specialist provider of award winning web technologies and applications to the sports industry. As well as providing websites for the WRU and IRFU, they are also responsible for delivering web solutions for rugby competition organisers, governing bodies and some of the top clubs in Europe.

This allows information from the Magners League and the Heineken Cup sites to flow directly on to the Cardiff Blues website. By using the latest technology the Blues website will carry up to the minute information regarding fixture dates, kick off times and player statistics.

David Young the Cardiff Blues Director of Rugby is also pleased with the results of the new website.

"Communication is obviously very important in professional rugby and I think the new site is a great way for us to provide the latest news to our fans,” said Young. "The league tables, fixtures and the stats on the players are also really helpful to the coaching team as we plan for the new season," said Young.

Sotic are delighted to be working with one of the most prestigious and well known clubs not only in Welsh rugby but Worldwide,” said  Leo Mindel, Sotic’s Technology Director.

“Our continued growth as a market leader in providing web solutions for the sports industry has been achieved by developing practical solutions which meet sport's unique day to day needs coupled with our knowledge base and the integrated statistical and results delivery we provide. These elements will allow Cardiff Blues to match their success on the field with a high quality web presence.”