Sport

Haverfordwest Ladies in Bowl delight

Published

11 years ago

May 28, 2015

Tom Sinclair

WRU Women’s Bowl Final:
Haverfordwest 1 7
Ynysybwl 8

Celebration: WRU Women’s Bowl winners Haverfordwest Ladies. (Pic. Brian Sandow)

ON SUNDAY (May 10), Llandovery RFC played host to the final of the WRU Women’s Bowl, which saw Haverfordwest Ladies lift the silverware after a tense game against a gritty and determined Ynysybwl side who continued to push until the final whistle.
The Blues came into the game knowing they had beaten their opponents in the group stages, but this gave little comfort to coaches Gareth Charles and Ben John, who knew nothing is predictable in a cup final.
In atypically shaky start for a cup final, with both sides not wanting to take too many risks, it was Ynysybwl who got on the scoreboard first as the notched a penalty kick to lead 3-0.
Haverfordwest then began to find their feet, and with their powerful runners they began to test the Ynysybwl defence.
The Blues were rewarded as scrum half Sophie Rees managed to snipe her way over for a try, but the conversion was wide.
This was followed by a try from captain Clodagh Llewhellin, who sped away from the opposition defence to cross the whitewash. Jo Price was successful with the conversion as the sides went into the break with the Blues leading 12-3.
The second half began in much the same fashion as the first, and it was Ynysybwl who grabbed the first points of the half with an unconverted try.
However, Haverfordwest Ladies felt they were on the verge of cup glory and spurred on by their loyal supporters the Blues managed a third try from winger Charlotte Morgan, which put daylight between themselves and Ynysybwl.
This was followed by some resilient defence from Haverfordwest, as their opponents threw everything at the Blues in an attempt to break through, but Haverfordwest Ladies held firm, and celebrations followed after the referee blew the whistle for the end of the game.
Haverfordwest Ladies would like to thank their sponsors for the season: The Bristol Trader, E and C Rewinds, West Wales Karting, Cleddau Cabs, The Glen Bar & Restaurant Haverfordwest, Sarah’s Boot Camp, SJ’s Pig Roast and Outside Catering, M&SDP Roofing Services Ltd, The Slate Centre Ltd., The Rising Sun, Cut by Doc, The Welcome Travellers Inn, Ambition Sports and donations by Dicky Parrys Services and John Dockerty.

Sport

Keeper scores 121st-minute wonder goal before saving two penalties

Published

13 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

Cwmamman United stun Tenby AFC in an unforgettable 3-3 thriller to reach the last sixteen of the West Wales Intermediate Cup

Cwmamman Utd 3 Tenby AFC 3 (Cwm win 3–2 on pens)

AN EXTRAORDINARY cup tie unfolded at Grenig Park as Cwmamman United and Tenby AFC shared a breathless 3-3 draw, before the hosts edged through 3–2 on penalties.

Tenby struck almost instantly, with Lloyd Hughes finding the net inside the opening minute. Cwm hit back on 14 minutes when Cam Isaac produced a superb finish to level the tie, but Joe Leahy restored Tenby’s lead before the break – a goal that for long spells looked like it might settle the contest.

Deep into stoppage time, however, Cwmamman refused to accept defeat. In the 100th minute, Jackson Brereton pounced to smash home an equaliser and force extra time.

The drama only intensified. Tenby were awarded a hotly disputed penalty in the 114th minute, converted confidently by Hughes. The spot-kick also saw Cwm’s Kieran Rees – who had been excellent alongside Kai O’Donnell at the heart of the defence – shown a red card.

But with virtually the last kick of the game, Cwm’s goalkeeper Kai Rees strode forward for a final desperate attack and unleashed a stunning 25-yard volley to make it 3-3, sparking wild celebrations around the ground.

Rees was far from finished. In the decisive shootout, he produced two superb saves to secure a 3–2 penalty win and send Cwmamman United into the last sixteen of the West Wales Intermediate Cup.

Photo: Cwm goalkeeper Kai Rees.

News

South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association – Week Twelve results

Published

13 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

A PACKET week of fixtures in the South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association’s Friendly League saw key wins at both ends of the table as teams continue to jostle for position going into the second half of the season.

Match results (Week 12):

Hundleton 10–0 Lamphey
Badgers 2–8 St Johns
Reynalton 0–10 Carew
Kilgetty 8–2 East Williamston
Cosheston v Llanteg – postponed
St Twynnells – bye week

A previously postponed fixture was also completed, with St Twynnells drawing 5–5 with Reynaltón.

League table (after Week 12):
East Williamston remain top, having played 10 and won eight, with a strong shots difference of +125. Reynaltón sit second after 11 games with 58 points, while St Johns and Hundleton follow closely behind on 54 points each.

At the mid-table mark, Carew (49 points), St Twynnells (48) and Kilgetty (46) remain tightly grouped. Badgers, Lamphey, Llanteg and Cosheston make up the lower order, though the number of games played varies, leaving room for movement in the coming weeks.

Full standings:

Team	P	W	D	L	S/D	Points
East Williamston	10	8	0	2	+125	72
Reynaltón	11	5	2	4	+35	58
St Johns	10	5	1	4	+32	54
Hundleton	10	5	1	4	-2	54
Carew	9	5	0	4	-25	49
St Twynnells	10	4	2	4	-34	48
Kilgetty	11	5	0	6	-44	46
Badgers	11	3	1	7	-59	45
Lamphey	11	5	0	6	-10	44
Llanteg	8	4	0	4	-5	41
Cosheston	9	3	1	5	-13	40

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Sport

Haverfordwest RFC names Team of the Week

Published

17 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

HAVERFORDWEST Rugby Football Club has announced its latest Team of the Week, celebrating standout performers from across the junior age groups following another busy weekend of fixtures.

Players from the U7s through to the U16s Eagles have been highlighted for their work rate, teamwork and commitment on the pitch, with coaches praising the effort shown by all who took part.

The club said the selections recognise not only individual performances but the dedication shown by players at training and during matches throughout the season.

Parents and supporters were quick to share their congratulations online, with particular praise for U12s players George Bentley and Tom Wheeler, who impressed during their fixture.

Team of the Week – 14 December 2025

U7s: Ollie Bromham & Arthur Slee
U8s: Theo Headland & Lyla Phillips
U9s: Theo Canton & George Thornton
U10s: Rhys Davies
U10s Eagles: Frankie Campbell
U11s: Griff Jenkins & Ollie Edwards
U12s: George Bentley & Tom Wheeler
U12s Eagles: Cyra Ellis
U15s: Logan Keane
U16s Eagles: Laura Cichon

Coaches thanked players and families for their continued support as Haverfordwest RFC moves through the winter fixtures, saying the positivity around the club remains a key part of its success.