Haverfordwest 33 – Cefneithin 0

HAVERFORDWEST made a strong return to league action at Pembroke Road with a convincing 33-0 victory over bottom-placed Cefneithin. Despite a six-week absence from competitive rugby for the visitors, both sides put in a commendable effort to play expansive rugby in challenging conditions.

The Blues wasted no time asserting their dominance, scoring within the first minute of the match. After receiving the ball around halfway, centre Jack Evans made a powerful break, evading defenders and linking up with supporting players. The move culminated with scrum-half Liam Eaton receiving the ball and passing to outside-half Jack Codd, who slotted over the conversion for a 7-0 lead.

Haverfordwest’s forwards controlled the set-pieces, but their attempts to run the ball often resulted in knock-ons, as they looked to flick passes rather than build consistent phases. Cefneithin, on the other hand, showed more composure in their play, particularly through their half-backs Jack Willingham and Aled Thomas, and their back row of Raymond, Roberts, and Dickie.

The Blues’ midfield duo of Jack Evans and Matty Phillips posed constant threats, and it wasn’t long before they added to their tally. In the 24th minute, after some powerful carries from Jack Clancy, Jake Evans, Josh Young, and captain Karl Busch, Codd orchestrated a move that saw Evans slice through the Cefneithin defence to score under the posts. Codd converted the try, albeit off the upright, to make it 14-0.

Haverfordwest continued to press, but missed opportunities came in the form of a line-out throw-in that went crooked after Codd had kicked them close to the Cefneithin try line. However, the Blues weren’t to be denied, and soon after, another well-placed diagonal kick to the corner resulted in a fumble from the Cefneithin defence, allowing winger George Hopkins to pounce and dive over the line. Codd added the conversion from the touchline to give Haverfordwest a commanding 21-0 lead at the break.

The second half saw the Blues continue their dominance. The bonus-point try came in style when winger Guy Barrons was involved in a quick-moving attack. Quick hands among the forwards, including Dan Berry and Tom Carrington, created space for full-back Owain Roberts to break through and score under the posts. Codd’s simple conversion extended the lead further.

By this stage, Cefneithin had opted for uncontested scrums due to injuries, but the Blues kept pushing forward. A late fifth try came courtesy of back rower Mikey Griffiths, who dotted down after a determined run. Although the try was unconverted, Griffiths was later named man of the match for his tireless performance.

With this win, Haverfordwest maintain their strong position in the league, while Cefneithin will look to regroup after a challenging return to action.

St Davids 0 – Neyland 31

NEYLAND reinforced their title ambitions with a commanding 31-0 win over St Davids, scoring five tries to secure a crucial bonus-point victory, writes Fraser Watson.

The result sees Neyland stretch their lead at the top of the league to nine points, taking full advantage of Narberth Athletic’s defeat to Pembroke. Flanker Dan Hart starred with two tries, while fly-half Oli Rothero, winger Tal Tamila, and No.8 Ben Williams also crossed the line.

The game began in challenging conditions, with the first 20 minutes played predominantly in St Davids’ half. Neyland’s centre Harri Williams, on permit from Swansea RFC, was pivotal in pinning the hosts back with two precision kicks. Despite dominating possession, the visitors initially struggled to breach St Davids’ staunch defence. The Saints, led by captain Nathan Foster, held Neyland up twice over the line following line-out drives.

Winger Josh Watts missed a chance in the corner, but Neyland’s persistence paid off in the 20th minute. A powerful run from centre George Williams split the St Davids midfield, allowing Rothero to cross under the posts for a 7-0 lead.

Key moments before halftime
The turning point came just before the break. Despite being reduced to 14 men when Williams was yellow-carded for a late tackle on Foster, Neyland capitalized. Hart powered over from close range for their second try, and moments later, Harri Williams’ clever chip kick set up Tamila, who collected the ball and dived over in style. Rothero converted all three tries, giving the visitors a commanding 21-0 advantage at halftime.

Second-half dominance
Neyland maintained control in the second half. Rothero’s quick counter-attack nearly led to another try, but a brilliant cover tackle by St Davids winger Bob Froy denied Harri Williams. On the hour mark, Neyland secured the bonus point as No.8 Williams forced his way over following relentless short-range attacks.

St Davids had a late chance to get on the scoreboard when George Raymond broke through the defence, but he was stopped just short of the line. Neyland had the final say, with Rothero chasing down his own grubber kick to set up Hart, who found space on the overlap to score his second try of the match.

Title ambitions
This emphatic victory leaves Neyland in pole position at the top of the league as they continue their march towards the title.

Dalling’s Double Powers Goodwick to Victory

Clarbeston Road 0 – Goodwick United 3

Goodwick United continued their fine form with a dominant 3-0 win over Clarbeston Road, keeping them at the top of the league table. Rhys Dalling was the hero once again, netting twice in a commanding display.

The first half ended goalless despite Goodwick’s attacking intent. Will Haworth’s powerful effort was denied by Road keeper Rhys Mansell, while Dalling and Rhys Jones also saw chances go begging, the latter coming close with a 25-yard free kick that narrowly missed the target.

The breakthrough came in the 60th minute when Haworth’s deflected cross found Dalling, who volleyed home from close range. Seven minutes later, Jones doubled the lead with a pinpoint free kick that found the bottom corner. In the dying minutes, substitute Kieran Blundell set up Dalling, who slotted past Mansell to seal the victory.

Carew Thrash Tenby in High-Scoring Thriller

Carew 8 – Tenby 3

Carew surged to an emphatic 8-3 win over Tenby, securing their second consecutive victory and pulling five points clear of the relegation zone.

Tenby took an early lead through Jerome Williams, but Marcus Griffiths quickly responded, equalizing before adding another to put Carew ahead. Griffiths completed a first-half hat-trick, with James Hinchliffe also on the scoresheet to make it 4-1 at the break.

Despite Tenby’s spirited second-half performance, with Williams scoring his second, Carew maintained control. Hinchliffe added a sixth before Sonny Phillips and substitute Connor Hay rounded off the scoring in a resounding win.

Hakin United Crush Milford in Derby

Hakin United 7 – Milford United 0

Hakin United kept the pressure on league leaders Goodwick United with a thumping 7-0 win over Milford United in a one-sided derby.

The Vikings were in rampant form from the start, with Leon Luby opening the scoring before Ryan Wilson headed in a second. Shane Walsh added a third just before halftime. In the second half, Wilson struck again, Luby scored a brilliant free kick, and substitute Alfie Stotter netted the sixth. Youngster Corey Riley completed the rout from the penalty spot in stoppage time.

Kilgetty Put Six Past St Ishmaels

Kilgetty 6 – St Ishmaels 1

Kilgetty delivered a second-half masterclass to dispatch St Ishmaels 6-1, with Lloyd Hughes and substitute Sam Christopher both scoring twice.

Hughes opened the scoring late in the first half. St Ishmaels leveled early in the second half through an own goal by Kilgetty defender Ross Hurst. However, Kilgetty regained control as Hughes netted his second, Christopher bagged a brace off the bench, and Henry Lawrence capped off the scoring with a fine finish.

Pennar Edge Merlins Bridge in Tight Contest

Pennar Robins 2 – Merlins Bridge 1

Pennar Robins earned a narrow 2-1 victory over Merlins Bridge at Bush Camp, thanks to goals from Daniel James and Cameron Brunton.

James struck first in the 13th minute after a well-timed assist from Jamie Wilkes. Brunton doubled the lead just before halftime with a composed finish from inside the box. Merlins Bridge pulled one back late in the match through Tomos Gwilliam’s superb strike into the top corner, but despite finishing with nine men, Pennar held on for the win.

Monkton Swifts Destroy Herbrandston in 9-0 Rout

Herbrandston 0 – Monkton Swifts 9

Monkton Swifts produced a ruthless performance, hammering Herbrandston 9-0 to leave the hosts rooted to the bottom of the table.

The Swifts raced to a 3-0 lead by halftime, with goals from Connor Davies, Jonathan Lee, and Gareth Finnegan. The second half was even more one-sided as Finnegan added his second, followed by strikes from Dylan Davies, Lee, Rhys Hughes, and a brace from Davies. Substitute Stuart James completed the drubbing with a late goal to cap off the night.

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