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Hannon double gives Nomads victory

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11 years ago

November 27, 2014

Neyland 2
St Clears 0

THE Nomads picked up another three points this afternoon when they beat high flying St Clears 2-0 at the Athletic Ground. The visitors, who had beaten Herbrandston last week and were sitting fifth in the table with only one defeat this season, arrived full of confidence. The Nomads fielded 10 of last week’s starting 11 from the Johnston game, Patrick Hannon returning to replace Ollie Marshall who was unavailable and stuck to the 4-4-2 system which worked well away to the Tigers.

The visitors ploy was to feed the ball long towards their two big strikers, they played high with two wingers but in the early exchanges Nick Koomen and Paul Hannon at the back were calm and dealt with the long ball threat with ease. The first incident of the game saw the visiting keeper rolling round on the floor after he brushed into Sean Hannon on the 6 yard line earning himself a word from the referee who condemned his theatrics. On twenty minutes Henry Durrant’s drilled ball was flicked on by Leigh Power towards strike partner Sean Hannon who volleyed a hooked shot into the net to give the Nomads the lead.

The Nomads kept their shape and had numerous chances to add to the score line before the break, but a mixture of poor finishing, good keeping and luck on the visitors’ part meant the score remained 1-0 at half time. It took the Nomads ten minutes into the second half to add to their lead, a deep Joe Charlton corner was headed back towards goal by Wayne Parry and Hannon poached his second making contact on the goal-line. The visitors changed their shape dropping a winger into midfield so subs Mike Chandler and Nathan Warlow were sent on to counteract the change.

Chandler cutting in from the right wing created a few chances late on, and Patrick Hannon was only called into action once more near the end having to close down a chance from the 6yrd line. For the second week running Nick Koomen found himself needing to make a last ditch tackle to block a goal bound shot deflecting it into the side netting. Neyland will be looking to pick up another win next week when they take on Saundersfoot Sports. St Clears will be looking to bounce back when they take on Loughor Rovers in the West Wales Cup.

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Haverfordwest County Under-13 girls shine at final FAW festival

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9 hours ago

April 5, 2026

Herald Sport

HAVERFORDWEST COUNTY AFC Women and Girls have praised their under-13s after another strong showing at the third and final FAW Festival of the season.

The young Bluebirds travelled to Colliers Park in Wrexham on Saturday (Apr 4), where they once again impressed with their performances.

Club officials said the girls had performed fantastically well throughout the season, adding that everyone at Haverfordwest County was incredibly proud of their efforts.

The squad for the day was Libby O, Ela I, Ines M, Mila E, Scarlett C, Rachel B, Lydia H, Lilly M, Zara E, Leila P and Lillie EJ.

Well done girls.

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South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls: Friendly League week 22 results

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10 hours ago

April 5, 2026

Herald Sport

RESULTS from week 22 of the South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association Friendly League have been confirmed, with Badgers recording a comprehensive 10-0 win over Lamphey and St Twynnells edging past Cosheston 6-4.

An earlier fixture also saw Cosheston claim a 10-0 victory over Reynalton.

Several matches were postponed during the week, including Kilgetty v Carew, Llanteg v St Twynnells and Hundleton v East Williamston.

St Johns had the bye.

Latest results:
Cosheston 4 St Twynnells 6
Badgers 10 Lamphey 0
Cosheston 10 Reynalton 0

League table after week 22:
East Williamston — Played 19, Won 13, Drawn 0, Lost 6, Shot difference 169, Points 126
St Johns — Played 20, Won 12, Drawn 1, Lost 7, Shot difference 132, Points 118
Reynalton — Played 20, Won 8, Drawn 2, Lost 10, Shot difference 24, Points 99
St Twynnells — Played 19, Won 10, Drawn 2, Lost 7, Shot difference 9, Points 99
Carew — Played 19, Won 10, Drawn 0, Lost 9, Shot difference -12, Points 98
Hundleton — Played 19, Won 10, Drawn 1, Lost 8, Shot difference -7, Points 97
Llanteg — Played 18, Won 10, Drawn 0, Lost 8, Shot difference -16, Points 95
Badgers — Played 20, Won 7, Drawn 1, Lost 12, Shot difference -104, Points 89
Cosheston — Played 19, Won 7, Drawn 2, Lost 10, Shot difference -39, Points 88
Lamphey — Played 20, Won 9, Drawn 0, Lost 11, Shot difference -71, Points 80
Kilgetty — Played 19, Won 6, Drawn 1, Lost 12, Shot difference -85, Points 73

League officials have reminded clubs that all outstanding matches must be completed by midnight on Sunday, April 19, 2026.

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Amman United Youth suffer agonising semi-final defeat

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11 hours ago

April 5, 2026

Herald Sport

Cup final dream slips away as Newcastle Emlyn battle back to seal 20-19 win in windy Carmarthenshire Cup clash

AMMAN UNITED YOUTH saw their Carmarthenshire Cup final hopes ended in heartbreaking fashion on Saturday (Apr 4) as Newcastle Emlyn snatched a 20-19 victory in a dramatic semi-final.

Played in difficult, windy conditions, the contest was fiercely competitive throughout, with Amman left to rue a series of handling errors that allowed the visitors back into the game.

Newcastle Emlyn made the stronger start, taking an early 3-0 lead through a penalty and then missing a chance to add to their tally.

Amman responded well and took control of the first half. Captain Ceian Lewis crossed following a well-worked catch-and-drive to put his side 5-3 in front. Toby Slater then produced an excellent touchline conversion in tough conditions to extend the lead to 7-3.

Amman continued to build momentum when Harvey Duncan made a sharp break down the wing to score their second try. Slater was again on target with an impressive conversion in the wind, giving his side a 14-3 lead at the break.

But the game turned soon after the restart. A costly Amman mistake allowed Newcastle Emlyn back into the contest, with the visitors scoring in the corner before adding the conversion to close the gap to 14-10.

Amman appeared to have steadied themselves when Kelston Fairhurst powered over from another catch-and-drive, stretching the lead to 19-10.

However, Newcastle Emlyn refused to give in. Strong forward play brought them another try, and the conversion cut the deficit to just two points at 19-17 as the pressure mounted in the closing stages.

The decisive moment came in the final five minutes when another Amman handling error handed Emlyn a crucial opportunity. The visitors worked their way into range and slotted a late penalty to edge ahead 20-19.

Amman had one final chance to rescue the game and opted for a catch-and-drive from a late penalty, having already found success with that tactic earlier in the match. This time, though, Newcastle Emlyn held firm to deny them and secure their place in the final.

It was a bitter end for Amman United Youth, who had looked in control at half-time, but Newcastle Emlyn showed resilience and composure when it mattered most.