Born in Bridgend 1n 1980, James Bater is a former Swansea, Ospreys and Scarlets flanker who played for Cardiff Meds from 1998 until 2003 whilst studying Dentistry at UWCM. Bater gained his international honours for Wales in their victory over Romania in August 2003.

“I look back with fond memories of my time playing for Cardiff Meds. We shared a special bond, combining efforts on and off the field. The rugby was always competitive and there was a great social atmosphere. It is a unique group of people who can say played they for Cardiff Meds, and I will always say it with pride. I made some great friends for life.”