Notable Former Players
- See also Category:Aberavon RFC players
Since the restructuring of the game in Wales, the route for club players to gain international honours is via the game's professional tier, therefore it is unlikely that any future player will be selected for international rugby directly from the club. However, in recent years representative honours have come in the form of invitations to play for the world-famous Barbarians FC. In 2006 the long-serving and popular Richard Morris was called up to don the black and white jersey in the annual Remembrance Match, and responded with a memorable contribution that saw him score the first and last tries in a 33-25 victory, as well as having a massive influence in general play. Two years later it was the turn of lock Chris Gittins to represent the Wizards in the same fixture, dominating lineout possession and leading the Barbarians pack effectively to pave the way to a 33-14 victory.
The below list contains players that have represented Aberavon and have been capped at international level.
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