Sport
Haverfordwest retain Division One title
Lawrenny (136) lost to Haverfordwest (140-2) by 8 wkts
HAVERFORDWEST cruised to an eight-wicket win on Saturday (Aug 27) to secure the points they needed to retain their Division One title.
Going into the game, Haverfordwest were just two points ahead of challengers Neyland and knew they would need a strong win if they were to retain their title.
Lawrenny batted first but were all out for just 136, with Adam James taking another five wickets.
James was involved early on as he had Steve Campbell and Harry Thomas for a second ball duck , both caught by Huw Scriven.
Steve and Jamie Lewis then shared 28 for the third wicket before Jamie was caught by Simon Holliday off the bowling of James.
Brad Mcdermot-Jenkins and Steve Lewis then shared 18 runs for the fourth wicket but Mcdermot-Jenkins was then caught by Ben Field off the bowling of Gareth Davies , having hit two fours and a six in a score of 14.
Steve Lewis had hit seven fours and a six in a knock of 42 from 35 balls but he was then caught by David Davies off the bowling of James to leave Lawrenny on 61-5.
Ian Jenkins was then bowled by Simon Holliday as Lawrenny struggled to find runs.
Simon Cole and James Buckle set about putting Lawrenny in a better position as they shared 47 runs for the seventh wicket.
That partnership was brought to an end when Cole was caught by Adeel Khan off the bowling of Gareth Davies for a score of 29 , which included four fours and a six.
Davies then removed Philip Cole and Rob Williams before James returned to take the final wicket of Buckle.
Buckle had hit three fours and a six in a score of 28 but his wicket meant Lawrenny were all out for 136 and that Town had picked up maximum bowling points.
In reply, Simon Holliday and Nikhil Mathias shared 63 for the opening partnership to put Town in a strong position as they edged closer to the title.
Mathias was bowled by Rob Williams for a score of 37 , which included five fours , and David Davies made three as he played a supporting role to Holliday before he was bowled by Mcdermot-Jenkins.
Ben Field hit four fours and a six as he finished not out 24 from 22 balls while Holliday was the star of the innings as he hit nine fours and a six to finish not out on 69.
The win gave Haverfordwest 28 points but they faced a nervous wait to find out if Neyland would overtake them.
Neyland secured 29 points from their game meaning Haverfordwest were champions once again.
Sport
Kilgetty and Carew Share Spoils in End-of-Season Showdown
In the picturesque setting of Kilgetty, under the soft glow of the evening sun, local football fans were treated to an enticing clash between Kilgetty and Carew in the Pembrokeshire League Division 1. With the season winding down, both sides took to the pitch amidst numerous squad rotations, following a hectic week of multiple fixtures.
The match kicked off in a leisurely pace, resembling more of an end-of-season friendly than a fierce competition. Kilgetty seized the early initiative, with the trio of Josh Bevan, Richard Tebbut, and Richard Cope causing headaches for the Carew defense, skillfully led by Gareth Lewis. It was Jac Waters who broke the deadlock for the home side, putting Kilgetty ahead 1-0 as the first half came to a close.
However, Carew emerged revitalised after the break, with Jonty Bennett, James Hinchcliffe, and Zac Rowell putting in the hard yards to level the score. The introduction of Harvey Drummond for the ineffective Sam Christopher added further depth to Carew’s attacking prowess, culminating in an equaliser courtesy of the excellent Hinchcliffe.
As tensions rose, the game took on a newfound intensity, marked by needless bookings, after a clearly offside goal and a few heated moments on the field. Despite the fatigue evident from their recent fixture congestion, both teams showcased their competitive spirit, treating the fans to an entertaining second half.
In the end, neither side could break the deadlock, with Kilgetty and Carew having to settle for a well-fought 1-1 draw. While neither team was at their absolute best, the match provided a fitting conclusion to their respective seasons.
Sport
The stage is set – Senior Cup Final
It’s the time of the year again, Saturday see’s Bridge Meadow host the senior cup final. The sun has been shining and both teams will be dying to get on the pitch. This year the final will be contested by Goodwick United and Clarbeston Road.
League champions Goodwick will go into the final as favourites, and most around the county expect a Goodwick win. It has been an outstanding season for Goodwick however cup success has evaded them so far. Clarbeston Road have impressed everyone this season and really deserve their place in this years final.
Neill Crawshaw will referee the game, with Tudor Walters and Stefan Jenkins running the line.
There will be a unique contest on the pitch as brothers Will Haworth and Laurie Haworth come face to face on opposing teams. Adrian their father was a great player in the county, and played in many cup finals himself.
The stage is set, Clarby will feel less pressure than Goodwick and will be a threat with Haworth, John and Davies in attack. Meanwhile Goodwick are also blessed with quality players in every department, there is no weak link in O’Sullivans team. Cup football and finals in particular never go as people predict. On paper Goodwick are firm favourites, Clarbeston Road will be happy the game will be played on grass though and not paper, anything can happen! Hopefully it’ll be a good crowd down at the Meadow for the show piece of Pembrokeshire football.
News
70 Pembrokeshire clubs benefit from Sport Wales funding
SEVENTY Pembrokeshire clubs have been successful in receiving grants from the Be Active Wales Fund over the last financial year.
In total the clubs received more than £407,800 from the grants scheme from Sport Wales in 2023/24.
The fund backed 25 different sports, ranging from archery, basketball and cricket to sailing, short mat bowls and weightlifting and everything in between.
The Be Active Wales Fund is open to applications from not for profit community clubs and groups to help develop and sustain their activities.
Grants range from a minimum of £300 up to a maximum of £50,000.
The scheme will support coach education courses, the purchase of essential items of equipment right up to larger projects such as floodlighting and boats for sailing clubs.
For advice and support with your application contact Alan Jones or Lois Hilling at Pembrokeshire County Council’s Sports Development department, Sport Pembrokeshire on [email protected]
The Be Active Wales Fund is always open for applications.
More information is available on the Sport Wales website.
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