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Herbie and Goodwick share points in thriller

Published

11 years ago

November 27, 2014

Tom Sinclair

Herbrandston 3
Goodwick United 3

Thriller: Herbrandston entertained Goodwick in an entertaining match

GOODWICK United and Herbrandston shared the spoils in a thrilling 3-3 draw on Saturday. The visitors had the advantage of the strong wind in the first half but it was Herbie who settled the better and were stretching the Goodwick defence with some accurate passing and good movement off the ball. They took the lead on eight minutes when they were awarded a free kick 25 yards out. The ball was played into Scott Reid who controlled the ball with his left foot and instantly shot with his right foot high into the far corner of the Goodwick net.

Herbie continued to chase and harry Goodwick giving them no time to settle on the ball. With thirty minutes gone, Herbie keeper Gareth Marshalsay made a good save from Rhys Dalling’s fierce shot. Goodwick were now passing the ball better and had several shots from distance but they lacked accuracy. In injury time Goodwick broke up a Herbie attack on the halfway line and the ball was quickly played forward to Rob Morgans who beat Daniel Armstrong and fired a tremendous shot into the Herbie net. Herbie regained the lead on 55 minutes when a Goodwick pass was intercepted and Herbie broke quickly and drove at the heart of the Goodwick defence.

The ball was played out to Shane Walsh who shot right footed past James Gwilt in the goal. However, within two minutes Goodwick were level. They moved the ball from the right flank across midfield to Johnny Horgan who played the ball first time into the path of Lewis Banks, he hit the ball first time past Marshalshay. A superb team goal which was appreciated by supporters of both teams. On 70 minutes Goodwick took the lead when Morgans took possession of the ball and played a defence splitting pass to Dalling.

Dalling burst between two defenders, resisted a couple of strong challenges and dribbled past the keeper to walk the ball into the net. Herbie responded well and forced several corners which Goodwick had great trouble in defending. Reid hit the crossbar direct from one corner and just when it seemed that Goodwick were going to hold out for an important win Herbie equalised. Banks tried to volley the ball clear but the ball sliced off his foot and went high into the Goodwick box.

Walsh challenged for the ball with Nigel Delaney and the referee Dean Boswell decided that Walsh was fouled and gave a penalty. Reid gave Gwilt no chance from the spot to gain a point for Herbie. Goodwick now look forward to welcoming Ynysmeudwy Athletic from the Neath Premier League in the West Wales Cup next week.

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Haverfordwest County Under-13 girls shine at final FAW festival

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6 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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7 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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8 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.