Sport

Anchors aweigh!

Published

11 years ago

December 12, 2013

THE NARBERTH & Whitland Rotary Club plan to launch a new fund raising venture next year.

Sponsored by Princes Gate Water, and in association with “Race the Dragon” and “Welsh Water”, a Dragon Boat race will take place on Sunday May 25, 2014 at Llys-y-Fran. Funds raised from the event will be used to support a range of charities.

Originating from China over 2000 years ago, the history of Dragon Boat racing is steeped in a magical yet heroic myth. Dragon boat racing has become the world’s fastest growing water sport. Dragon boats are 12 metres long and are decorated with a traditional dragons head, tail and drum.

Each boat requires 16 paddlers and a drummer to beat a steady rhythm. An experienced helmsman is provided by the race organisers. The Dragon boats are raced against each other in a spectacular and energetic display.

It should be a great day out for participants and their families so that they want to stay all day. A variety of side shows, amusements, food and drink will be available for children and adults. To make this event a success the Rotary Club need the support of clubs and/or other organisations.

Here’s the way it works…..

The Rotary Club make the arrangements for the day. The venue and boats have already been booked and the deposit paid. They also arrange entertainment and additional fun activities (mainly for children) on the day. A marquee, refreshments and changing facilities will be available on site.

You will raise a team of 17 people. That’s 16 to row the boat plus a drummer to beat out the rhythm. The minimum age for team members is twelve years old. Fancy dress is OK!

You pay an initial deposit/entry fee of £340 (£20 per head) by the end of December this year to secure your boat and, by the end of March next year, sponsorship of £680 (£40 per head) towards Rotary charities. Funds that you raise in addition to this sum are for your nominated charity/organisation. Alternatively you may be able to persuade a local company to sponsor your team for the deposit/entry fee.

The competition involves racing Dragon boats over a short distance (200 metres approx.) for each heat. Teams race in pairs in the heats. Each team will have a minimum of three races. Times are recorded and the fastest three teams go forward to the final.

Training, a safety briefing and all equipment needed are provided by the organisers. It is not essential for participants to be able to swim as lifejackets and a standby boat will be provided. The organising team have first aid and rescue qualifications.

All participants will receive a limited edition “I raced the Dragon” ‘T’ shirt. The winning team will receive a shield and an additional winners ‘T’ shirt.

The Rotary Club hope that this idea appeals to you. To find out more, please contact Ken Morgan 01834 860 873 or 07972 378 301 or email him at [email protected].

Sport

Letterston marksman wins junior athlete award

Published

1 day ago

January 21, 2025

Tom Sinclair

A TALENTED young athlete from Letterston has been honoured at the British Shooting Awards 2024.

Seren Thorne was shortlisted for the prestigious awards and attended the gala event held at the Imperial War Museum in Manchester. To the delight of her family and supporters, Seren was named the winner of the Rifle Pathway / Junior Athlete of the Year award.

This accolade highlights Seren’s exceptional skill and dedication to the sport, marking her as one of the rising stars in British shooting.

Her mother, Sian Thorne, expressed immense pride in Seren’s achievement, sharing photos of the memorable evening.

The British Shooting Awards 2024 celebrated excellence in the sport, with a full list of winners available on their official website.

PHOTO CAPTION: Champion marksman: Seren Thorne receiving the Rifle Pathway / Junior Athlete of the Year award (Pic: Supplied).

Sport

Previewing the 2025 Super Bowl

Published

2 days ago

January 20, 2025

Staff Writer

Each year millions of people across the world gather to watch one of the biggest sporting events of the year – the Super Bowl. Last year, 3.4 million people in the UK watched the Super Bowl, up 1.1 million from the previous year. Considering the growth in popularity of American football in the UK, we anticipate the viewership will be even higher for 2025.

The 2025 Super Bowl is scheduled to take place on 9 February 2025 at Caesars Superdrome in New Orleans, Louisiana.

NFL teams

12 teams began competing for a spot in the 2025 Super Bowl when the playoffs began on January 11. At this point, four teams were eliminated. This now leaves eight teams to compete in the Divisional playoffs. Four of these will make it to the Conference Championships before contesting for a spot at this year’s Super Bowl.

The eight teams left with a shot at competing in the 2025 Super Bowl are:

Philadelphia Eagles
Baltimore Ravens
Buffalo Bills
Detroit Lions
Houston Texans
Kansas City Chiefs
Los Angeles Rams
Washington Commanders

Last year, the Kansas City Chiefs took the title for the second year in a row. However, the latest Super Bowl odds puts the Detroit Lions as the favourites to win this year’s Super Bowl, following a series of impressive performances in the regular season.

The national anthem and halftime show

Before the game commences, a special guest performs the national anthem. Last year, Reba McEntire offered a moving performance of The Star-Spangled Banner, and this year the task falls to jazz singer Jon Batiste.

It’s not just the football match that people look forward to. Super Bowl halftime shows are a spectacle in themselves and many look forward to the performance as much as the game itself. This year, 17-time grammy winner Kendrick Lamar is headlining the halftime show. Lamar previously headlined the Super Bowl in 2022.

How can I watch the Super Bowl in the UK?

The Super Bowl is being broadcast to fans free on ITV, including live online via ITVX on your laptop, mobile, or tablet.

Sky Sports is also broadcasting the event which you can watch online via Sky Go, NOW TV, or using the Sky Sports mobile app. You could also head to your local pub as plenty of pubs in Pembrokeshire will be showing the big game.

Will you be tuning in?

With a surge in popularity for American Football, it’s anticipated that more people from the UK than ever before will be turning their TVs on for the big event this year. Will you be watching this year’s Super Bowl?

Sport

Division Four West rugby: Thrills and tight contests on a chilly Saturday

Published

3 days ago

January 19, 2025

Herald Sport

Exciting matches, hard-fought battles, and standout performances define the weekend’s action.

Dreigiau Emlyn Edge Harlequins in Close Contest
Dreigiau Emlyn 21 – Pembroke Dock Harlequins 15
Dreigiau Emlyn secured a narrow victory over Pembroke Dock Harlequins, strengthening their position in the top half of the table. Gethin Davies scored two crucial tries, while Deiniol Rees added three penalties and a conversion to steer the hosts to victory. The Harlequins kept the game competitive with tries from Craig Barnett and Tom Donovan, with Ben Hathaway converting one and kicking a penalty. However, Emlyn’s composed performance ensured they held on for the win.

Teirw Crymych Outgun Llangwm in High-Scorer
Llangwm 22 – Teirw Crymych 33
Teirw Crymych powered to a 33-22 victory over bottom-placed Llangwm, bolstering their challenge for the league’s top spots. Sion Williams and Morgan Jones led the visitors’ try-scoring efforts, with additional tries from Sion Owen and Nick Bevan. Adam Phillips was reliable from the tee, adding four conversions. Llangwm fought back with tries from Aidan Rees and Ryan Banner, while Harry Makepeace contributed two conversions and a penalty. Despite their spirited display, the hosts couldn’t match Crymych’s attacking prowess.

St Davids Win Key Clash Against Llanybydder
Llanybydder 17 – St Davids 29
St Davids took a significant step away from the relegation zone with a vital 29-17 win over Llanybydder. Harvey Godkin, Nathan Foster, Zac Morgan, and Morgan Griffiths all crossed the whitewash for the visitors, with Bob Froy converting three and adding a penalty to secure a bonus-point victory. Llanybydder’s John Evans delivered an impressive hat-trick of tries, with one conversion by Matthew Rowlands, but St Davids’ all-round performance proved too much for the home side.

Division Four West continues to deliver thrilling rugby as teams battle for position in a tightly contested league.