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Magnificent seven for Nomads

Published

11 years ago

December 16, 2014

Tom Sinclair

Neyland 7
Saundersfoot Sports 3

On form: Two-goal Leigh Power looks to
turn the Sports defender.

NEYLAND were too good for Saundersfoot Sports on Saturday as they romped to a 7-3 victory over Saundersfoot Sports. Both sides came into the game off the back of impressive wins in their last games and despite a slow start Neyland roared back to take the victory. There were just two minutes on the clock when Saundersfoot took the lead as George Taylor robbed Paul Hannon of the ball before running on and firing a shot into the top of the net.

However, that lead only lasted a minute as Gary Power was sent through on goal and he lifted the ball over the keeper and into the net. Saundersfoot’s players were convinced that Power had handled the ball in the build-up but their appeals fell on deaf ears. Neyland were then gifted a second goal when Sports keeper Ben Evans played the ball straight to Joe Charlton who curled the ball into the bottom right corner to give the Nomads the lead.

The Sports looked to get back into the game and came close on a couple of occasions as Jack Parkinson saw a shot go narrowly over the bar. Saundersfoot almost levelled with fifteen minutes gone when Neyland’s keeper spilled a cross from Sam Coleman and Parkinson’s follow up effort was well saved. Neyland had a third goal ten minutes before half time as Leigh Power headed the ball home from a corner.

They added a fourth nine minutes into the second half when Nathan Warlow tapped in after keeper Ben Evans failed to gather a cross. The home side were not finished there and they had a fifth just five minutes later. Leigh Power got on the end of a forward cross and his header looped in over the keeper. With twenty minutes to go Joe Charlton was brought down in the box and referee Ben Williams pointed to the spot.

Charlton picked himself up and sent the keeper the wrong way to make it 6-1. Saundersfoot did not give up and grabbed a consolation goal five minutes from time when Sam Coleman shot low into the bottom corner. Two minutes later Neyland added a seventh when sub Aaron Mcquillan went on a mazy run into the box but after his shot was saved Sam Laugharne tapped the ball home.

Neyland were reduced to ten men with one minute of the ninety remaining as Wayne Parry was shown a second yellow card for a late tackle. Then in stoppage time Saundersfoot added a third goal when Matt Webb tapped in after an initial header hit the bar. The win sees Neyland move up to fourth in the table while Saundersfoot remain in the bottom two. Neyland will look to continue their good run of form when they take on leaders Hakin next week. Saundersfoot will look to bounce back as they play St Clears.

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Haverfordwest County Under-13 girls shine at final FAW festival

Published

19 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

Published

20 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

Published

20 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.