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Rugby: Neyland triumphs, Cross Keys dominates, and Tenby edges through

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3 months ago

October 31, 2024

Neyland 30 – Cwmgors 21

In a lively game at Neyland, the home side triumphed over Cwmgors with a 30-21 score. Neyland’s fly-half Oli Rothero scored two tries, aided by captain George Williams and flanker Owain Evans, each adding a try of their own. Cwmgors, who contributed to the game’s fast pace, opened with a try by winger Richard Bradley, set up by center Owen Davies. Josh Evans and Rothero traded penalties early on, but Neyland’s consistent pressure ultimately secured their victory, with scrum-half Owen Hamer named Man of the Match.

Narberth 26 – Cross Keys 52 (Premiership Cup)

Cross Keys powered through the second half to secure a 52-26 win over Narberth. The Otters led 21-17 at halftime, driven by Ashley Sutton’s try and two more from flanker Sam Davies and winger Harry Fuller. However, Cross Keys responded with 35 unanswered points in the second half, with tries by Will Morgan, Laurence Donnelly, and James Smith. Narberth scored a consolation try through Josh Thomas, but Cross Keys advanced with authority.

Waunarlwydd 25 – Tenby United 27 (Division One Cup)

Tenby United edged past Waunarlwydd 27-25 to reach the WRU Cup’s last 16. Tenby led 24-3 early in the second half with contributions from Lloyd Thomas, Geraint Jones, and Gwion Jones. However, Waunarlwydd fought back with tries by Phil Evans and Ben Court, briefly taking a 25-24 lead. A late penalty by Lloyd Thomas sealed the narrow win for Tenby.

Haverfordwest 17 – Aberaeron 19 (Division Three Cup)

Aberaeron clinched a close 19-17 victory over Haverfordwest, marking a league and cup double in consecutive weekends. Aberaeron’s tries by Dyfrig Dafis and Steff Thomas gave them a first-half lead, but Haverfordwest’s Scott Candler replied with two tries of his own. Ultimately, Aberaeron held firm, with three penalties by Rhodri Jenkins proving decisive.

Cardigan 35 – Cwmafan 25 (Division Three Cup)

Cardigan mounted a stunning comeback to defeat Cwmafan 35-25. Initially trailing 25-9 with 20 minutes to go, Cardigan rallied with four tries, including a brace each from Alun Jenkins and Jack Taylor, while Shaun Leonard added three conversions to secure the win and advance to the last 16.

Furnace 17 – Narberth Athletic 20 (Division Four Cup)

Narberth Athletic edged Furnace 20-17, with new center Brad Cramb scoring 15 points on his debut. Cramb’s try, conversions, and penalties propelled Narberth Athletic to victory, despite a persistent Furnace side with tries by Harri Rees and Scott Hiddleston.

Teirw Crymych 24 – Bynea 7 (Division Four Cup)

Teirw Crymych secured a solid 24-7 win over Bynea, remaining strong in Division Four (West) B. The Bulls’ tries came from Osian Thomas (twice), Steffan Rees, and Trystan Griffiths. Despite Bynea’s late try by Rhys Gingell, Crymych finished strong and celebrated with team singing in the clubhouse.

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Letterston marksman wins junior athlete award

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2 days ago

January 21, 2025

Tom Sinclair

A TALENTED young athlete from Letterston has been honoured at the British Shooting Awards 2024.

Seren Thorne was shortlisted for the prestigious awards and attended the gala event held at the Imperial War Museum in Manchester. To the delight of her family and supporters, Seren was named the winner of the Rifle Pathway / Junior Athlete of the Year award.

This accolade highlights Seren’s exceptional skill and dedication to the sport, marking her as one of the rising stars in British shooting.

Her mother, Sian Thorne, expressed immense pride in Seren’s achievement, sharing photos of the memorable evening.

The British Shooting Awards 2024 celebrated excellence in the sport, with a full list of winners available on their official website.

PHOTO CAPTION: Champion marksman: Seren Thorne receiving the Rifle Pathway / Junior Athlete of the Year award (Pic: Supplied).

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Previewing the 2025 Super Bowl

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3 days ago

January 20, 2025

Staff Writer

Each year millions of people across the world gather to watch one of the biggest sporting events of the year – the Super Bowl. Last year, 3.4 million people in the UK watched the Super Bowl, up 1.1 million from the previous year. Considering the growth in popularity of American football in the UK, we anticipate the viewership will be even higher for 2025.

The 2025 Super Bowl is scheduled to take place on 9 February 2025 at Caesars Superdrome in New Orleans, Louisiana.

NFL teams

12 teams began competing for a spot in the 2025 Super Bowl when the playoffs began on January 11. At this point, four teams were eliminated. This now leaves eight teams to compete in the Divisional playoffs. Four of these will make it to the Conference Championships before contesting for a spot at this year’s Super Bowl.

The eight teams left with a shot at competing in the 2025 Super Bowl are:

Philadelphia Eagles
Baltimore Ravens
Buffalo Bills
Detroit Lions
Houston Texans
Kansas City Chiefs
Los Angeles Rams
Washington Commanders

Last year, the Kansas City Chiefs took the title for the second year in a row. However, the latest Super Bowl odds puts the Detroit Lions as the favourites to win this year’s Super Bowl, following a series of impressive performances in the regular season.

The national anthem and halftime show

Before the game commences, a special guest performs the national anthem. Last year, Reba McEntire offered a moving performance of The Star-Spangled Banner, and this year the task falls to jazz singer Jon Batiste.

It’s not just the football match that people look forward to. Super Bowl halftime shows are a spectacle in themselves and many look forward to the performance as much as the game itself. This year, 17-time grammy winner Kendrick Lamar is headlining the halftime show. Lamar previously headlined the Super Bowl in 2022.

How can I watch the Super Bowl in the UK?

The Super Bowl is being broadcast to fans free on ITV, including live online via ITVX on your laptop, mobile, or tablet.

Sky Sports is also broadcasting the event which you can watch online via Sky Go, NOW TV, or using the Sky Sports mobile app. You could also head to your local pub as plenty of pubs in Pembrokeshire will be showing the big game.

Will you be tuning in?

With a surge in popularity for American Football, it’s anticipated that more people from the UK than ever before will be turning their TVs on for the big event this year. Will you be watching this year’s Super Bowl?

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Division Four West rugby: Thrills and tight contests on a chilly Saturday

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3 days ago

January 19, 2025

Herald Sport

Exciting matches, hard-fought battles, and standout performances define the weekend’s action.

Dreigiau Emlyn Edge Harlequins in Close Contest
Dreigiau Emlyn 21 – Pembroke Dock Harlequins 15
Dreigiau Emlyn secured a narrow victory over Pembroke Dock Harlequins, strengthening their position in the top half of the table. Gethin Davies scored two crucial tries, while Deiniol Rees added three penalties and a conversion to steer the hosts to victory. The Harlequins kept the game competitive with tries from Craig Barnett and Tom Donovan, with Ben Hathaway converting one and kicking a penalty. However, Emlyn’s composed performance ensured they held on for the win.

Teirw Crymych Outgun Llangwm in High-Scorer
Llangwm 22 – Teirw Crymych 33
Teirw Crymych powered to a 33-22 victory over bottom-placed Llangwm, bolstering their challenge for the league’s top spots. Sion Williams and Morgan Jones led the visitors’ try-scoring efforts, with additional tries from Sion Owen and Nick Bevan. Adam Phillips was reliable from the tee, adding four conversions. Llangwm fought back with tries from Aidan Rees and Ryan Banner, while Harry Makepeace contributed two conversions and a penalty. Despite their spirited display, the hosts couldn’t match Crymych’s attacking prowess.

St Davids Win Key Clash Against Llanybydder
Llanybydder 17 – St Davids 29
St Davids took a significant step away from the relegation zone with a vital 29-17 win over Llanybydder. Harvey Godkin, Nathan Foster, Zac Morgan, and Morgan Griffiths all crossed the whitewash for the visitors, with Bob Froy converting three and adding a penalty to secure a bonus-point victory. Llanybydder’s John Evans delivered an impressive hat-trick of tries, with one conversion by Matthew Rowlands, but St Davids’ all-round performance proved too much for the home side.