Sport

Derby ends all square

Published

11 years ago

February 27, 2015

Tom Sinclair

Pulled one back: Ben Nicholas (right) scored after thirty seconds of the
second half.

Monkton Swifts 2
Pennar Robins 2

PENNAR ROBINS were forced to settle for a point on Saturday (Feb 14) as Monkton Swifts came from two goals down to earn a 2-2 draw. The Robins had raced into an early two goal lead and should have added more but the Swifts rallied in the second half to come away with a deserved point. Both sides gave their all in a typical blood and thunder derby match but neither did enough to come away with the bragging rights.

The draw means Monkton are now unbeaten in four while Pennar ended a two match losing streak. Monkton Swifts are now up to eleventh place while the Robins stay seventh. The Robins started the game brightly and were ahead after just five minutes. Phil Thompson laid the ball off for Mike Powell who curled an excellent shot into the bottom corner. They doubled their lead soon after as Ben Steele crossed from the right for Phil Thompson to head home.

Thompson could have had a second with twenty minutes gone but his header was easily saved by the Swifts keeper. The Swifts came back into the game as the half came to a close as Robin Stanley headed narrowly wide from Blake James’ cross. Sean Jones also tried his luck from distance but his rasping drive fizzed past the post with thirty minutes gone. Then on the stroke of half time they had their best chance of the half when a corner from Ben Nicholas found its way to Lee Evans who was unmarked but he could only head over the bar.

The Swifts caught the Robins sleeping at the start of the second half as they pulled a goal back just thirty seconds in. Robin Stanley passed to Daniel Scourfield who flicked the ball on for Ben Nicholas whose shot went in off the post. The Robins responded well and could have scored a third but Sam Southcott’s effort was well blocked by the Swifts defenders. With just over twenty minutes to go the Swifts were level with another excellent goal.

Blake James crossed into the box and Matthew Davies slid in at the back post to poke the ball home. The home side could have taken the lead five minutes later but Ben Nicholas poked the ball wide from Liam Butland’s cross. Pennar had a great chance to win the game with ten minutes to go when Phil Thompson got on the end of a through ball before the Swifts keeper but his shot towards goal was cleared off the line by Lee Evans. Both teams looked for a late winner but it never came meaning they would have to settle for a draw. Next week Pennar are at home to St Clears while Monkton are also at home to Tenby.

Monkton Swifts: Scott Trayhern, Matthew Davies, Lee Evans, Aaron Butland, Ben Nicholas, Sean Jones, Liam Butland, Jordan Kilby, Daniel Scourfield, Robin Stanley, Blake James. Subs: Rob Jones, Jason Kilby. Pennar Robins: Stuart James, Ross Lascelles, Luke Phillips, Gareth Lewis, Richard Hughes, Mike Powell, Phil Thompson, Jimmy Russell, Sam Soutchott, Ben Steele, Adam John. Subs: Jimmy Walker, Adam Cole, Patrick Macdonagh.

Sport

Keeper scores 121st-minute wonder goal before saving two penalties

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2 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

Cwmamman United stun Tenby AFC in an unforgettable 3-3 thriller to reach the last sixteen of the West Wales Intermediate Cup

Cwmamman Utd 3 Tenby AFC 3 (Cwm win 3–2 on pens)

AN EXTRAORDINARY cup tie unfolded at Grenig Park as Cwmamman United and Tenby AFC shared a breathless 3-3 draw, before the hosts edged through 3–2 on penalties.

Tenby struck almost instantly, with Lloyd Hughes finding the net inside the opening minute. Cwm hit back on 14 minutes when Cam Isaac produced a superb finish to level the tie, but Joe Leahy restored Tenby’s lead before the break – a goal that for long spells looked like it might settle the contest.

Deep into stoppage time, however, Cwmamman refused to accept defeat. In the 100th minute, Jackson Brereton pounced to smash home an equaliser and force extra time.

The drama only intensified. Tenby were awarded a hotly disputed penalty in the 114th minute, converted confidently by Hughes. The spot-kick also saw Cwm’s Kieran Rees – who had been excellent alongside Kai O’Donnell at the heart of the defence – shown a red card.

But with virtually the last kick of the game, Cwm’s goalkeeper Kai Rees strode forward for a final desperate attack and unleashed a stunning 25-yard volley to make it 3-3, sparking wild celebrations around the ground.

Rees was far from finished. In the decisive shootout, he produced two superb saves to secure a 3–2 penalty win and send Cwmamman United into the last sixteen of the West Wales Intermediate Cup.

Photo: Cwm goalkeeper Kai Rees.

News

South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association – Week Twelve results

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2 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

A PACKET week of fixtures in the South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association’s Friendly League saw key wins at both ends of the table as teams continue to jostle for position going into the second half of the season.

Match results (Week 12):

Hundleton 10–0 Lamphey
Badgers 2–8 St Johns
Reynalton 0–10 Carew
Kilgetty 8–2 East Williamston
Cosheston v Llanteg – postponed
St Twynnells – bye week

A previously postponed fixture was also completed, with St Twynnells drawing 5–5 with Reynaltón.

League table (after Week 12):
East Williamston remain top, having played 10 and won eight, with a strong shots difference of +125. Reynaltón sit second after 11 games with 58 points, while St Johns and Hundleton follow closely behind on 54 points each.

At the mid-table mark, Carew (49 points), St Twynnells (48) and Kilgetty (46) remain tightly grouped. Badgers, Lamphey, Llanteg and Cosheston make up the lower order, though the number of games played varies, leaving room for movement in the coming weeks.

Full standings:

Team	P	W	D	L	S/D	Points
East Williamston	10	8	0	2	+125	72
Reynaltón	11	5	2	4	+35	58
St Johns	10	5	1	4	+32	54
Hundleton	10	5	1	4	-2	54
Carew	9	5	0	4	-25	49
St Twynnells	10	4	2	4	-34	48
Kilgetty	11	5	0	6	-44	46
Badgers	11	3	1	7	-59	45
Lamphey	11	5	0	6	-10	44
Llanteg	8	4	0	4	-5	41
Cosheston	9	3	1	5	-13	40

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Sport

Haverfordwest RFC names Team of the Week

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6 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

HAVERFORDWEST Rugby Football Club has announced its latest Team of the Week, celebrating standout performers from across the junior age groups following another busy weekend of fixtures.

Players from the U7s through to the U16s Eagles have been highlighted for their work rate, teamwork and commitment on the pitch, with coaches praising the effort shown by all who took part.

The club said the selections recognise not only individual performances but the dedication shown by players at training and during matches throughout the season.

Parents and supporters were quick to share their congratulations online, with particular praise for U12s players George Bentley and Tom Wheeler, who impressed during their fixture.

Team of the Week – 14 December 2025

U7s: Ollie Bromham & Arthur Slee
U8s: Theo Headland & Lyla Phillips
U9s: Theo Canton & George Thornton
U10s: Rhys Davies
U10s Eagles: Frankie Campbell
U11s: Griff Jenkins & Ollie Edwards
U12s: George Bentley & Tom Wheeler
U12s Eagles: Cyra Ellis
U15s: Logan Keane
U16s Eagles: Laura Cichon

Coaches thanked players and families for their continued support as Haverfordwest RFC moves through the winter fixtures, saying the positivity around the club remains a key part of its success.