Martenko, Chris

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Biography: Born in Tonyrefail, Chris was a late starter as far as competitive rugby was concerned, taking up the game at youth level with Gilfach Goch. There followed a four month stint with Bridgend Youth in 2002, before Chris moved back to Gilfach, graduating through to the senior team at a young age.

At the commencement of the 2003 season, Chris joined the ranks of the Warriors regional under 21 team, whilst also appearing on permit from time to time with Pontypridd. A permanent committment to the Sardis Road outfit came about mid season for Chris, who was employed as a railway engineering operative.

Putting in some noteable performances for his club in their premiership campaign, as an industrious lock who relished the physical aspects of the game, Chris was rewarded with a call up to the Wales under 21 squad for the 2004 Six Nations and World Cup campaigns.

At the close of the 2005/06 season, Chris departed Pontypridd on accepting a development contract with the Ospreys.

Injuries plagues much of Chris' professional stint, and in 2007, Chris was forced to retire from the game.

2008 saw a change in Chris' health, as old injuries healed, and the big lock forward decided to give playing another shot. Some classy performances for Gilfach Goch saw Chris attract the attention of Pontypridd once more, with Ton's Tenko given the chance to shine at Sardis again!