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First disability cricket club established

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Blue Lightening: Cricket for mixed ability disabled young people is now available at Haverfordwest Cricket Club

Blue Lightening: Cricket for mixed ability disabled young people is now available

HAVERFORDWEST Blue Lightening, which is the youth element of Haverfordwest Cricket Club, will be welcoming their newest members to their ‘Blue Lightening Disability’ squad.

In conjunction with Cricket Wales’ Disability Officer Les Randell, the club’s coaches ran a number of winter indoor sessions alongside Pembroke Dock Cricket Club, introducing cricket to young people and vulnerable adults with disabilities in the community.

Cricket Wales are looking to establish a pathway for elite players to move into Development Improvement Hubs with the ambition of representing their country.

Les said: “The enthusiasm shown in Pembrokeshire to include all people in the game of cricket is great. Haverfordwest has become the sector leader in providing a stimulating and energetic environment which welcomed these newest players and their families.

“The coaches in Haverfordwest have individuals who are passionate and driven to ensure that all ability levels are included at their sessions. The session planning, work rate and motivation has been infectious in ensuring that the club has established their own team which will hopefully play games across Wales this season.”

Jonathan Twigg, Disability Lead Coach, has been leading the sessions alongside fellow Coach Rick Walton and the club’s Head Coach, Simon Williams. Assisting within these sessions were local students Louisa Twigg and Zora Pavarak, who reported that the rapport established within the sessions contributed to establish a consistent and successful learning environment.

Jonathan said: “Haverfordwest is an InSport and ECV accredited club which prides itself on creating a family environment, both on and off the pitch. ‘Blue Lightening’ has teams at U9, U11, U13, U15, U17 and U19, which incorporate all levels of ability into the weekly practice sessions, age group teams and holiday sports camps.

“Alongside the ‘Blue Lightening’ teams, the club is also successful at senior level, with four Saturday sides who also entered the National T20 and Welsh cups in 2016.

“The Senior Indoor League Side recently played at the ECB National Final, held at Lourdes, which is a first for the Oldest Club in Wales.”

To follow the progress of all the teams at Haverfordwest Cricket Club, such as the Blue Lightening Disability Squad, follow the club’s Facebook page, follow them on Twitter at @HwestCC or visit their website.

If any player, young or old, wishes to find out more about playing the game or attending the weekly practice sessions, contact the club’s coaches by calling 01437 763615 or emailing [email protected].

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Wales team announced for Six Nations opener against France

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Adams, Williams, and Jenkins return

WALES head coach Warren Gatland has named his team for the opening match of the 2025 Guinness Six Nations against France at the Stade de France, Paris, on Friday (Jan 31). The game kicks off at 8:15pm GMT and will be broadcast live on ITV and S4C.

Josh Adams, Liam Williams, and Dafydd Jenkins return to the starting XV, with Adams on the wing, Williams at fullback, and Jenkins in the second row.

Jac Morgan leads the side

Captain Jac Morgan starts at openside flanker, joining James Botham at blindside and Aaron Wainwright at No. 8 in the back row. Will Rowlands partners Jenkins in the second row.

In the front row, Evan Lloyd earns his first Test start at hooker, while Henry Thomas is named at tighthead prop for his first start and his first Wales appearance since the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Gareth Thomas starts at loosehead.

Ben Thomas makes Six Nations debut

Tomos Williams starts at scrum-half, with Ben Thomas making his Six Nations debut at fly-half. Owen Watkin and Nick Tompkins form the midfield pairing, while Tom Rogers is named on the wing alongside Adams.

Among the replacements, Nicky Smith is set to win his 50th cap, while fly-half Dan Edwards could make his senior Wales debut. Freddie Thomas and Blair Murray are in line for their first Six Nations appearances, having made their senior international debuts in the Autumn Nations Series.

The front-row replacements include Elliot Dee, Keiron Assiratti, and Smith. Tommy Reffell covers the back row, and Rhodri Williams provides scrum-half cover.

Gatland said: “We’re excited for the challenge on Friday. The Six Nations is the best rugby competition in the world. Every game is a big occasion. We want to go out there, embrace that, and start our championship well.”


Wales team to face France

Starting XV:
15. Liam Williams (Saracens) – 92 caps
14. Tom Rogers (Scarlets) – 5 caps
13. Nick Tompkins (Saracens) – 38 caps
12. Owen Watkin (Ospreys) – 42 caps
11. Josh Adams (Cardiff Rugby) – 59 caps
10. Ben Thomas (Cardiff Rugby) – 7 caps
9. Tomos Williams (Gloucester Rugby) – 59 caps
1. Gareth Thomas (Ospreys) – 35 caps
2. Evan Lloyd (Cardiff Rugby) – 5 caps
3. Henry Thomas (Scarlets) – 4 caps
4. Will Rowlands (Racing 92) – 36 caps
5. Dafydd Jenkins (Exeter Chiefs) – 19 caps
6. James Botham (Cardiff Rugby) – 16 caps
7. Jac Morgan (Ospreys) – 18 caps (captain)
8. Aaron Wainwright (Dragons) – 52 caps

Replacements:
16. Elliot Dee (Dragons) – 51 caps
17. Nicky Smith (Leicester Tigers) – 49 caps
18. Keiron Assiratti (Cardiff Rugby) – 10 caps
19. Freddie Thomas (Gloucester Rugby) – 1 cap
20. Tommy Reffell (Leicester Tigers) – 23 caps
21. Rhodri Williams (Dragons) – 5 caps
22. Dan Edwards (Ospreys) – uncapped
23. Blair Murray (Scarlets) – 3 caps


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Fun free sport sessions for kids in Fishguard

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YOUNGSTERS can discover new sports to love at a free multi-sports session starting next week.

The sessions for children aged 5-8 will be held every Monday in term time between 4.15pm-5pm at Fishguard Leisure Centre.

The first session is this Monday, February 3rd.

Delivered by Sport Pembrokeshire Active Young People officers and assisted by

Young Ambassadors from Ysgol Bro Gwaun, the event is an opportunity to try fun activities, new sports and develop fundamental movement skills.

All are welcome to come along.

Contact [email protected] for more information or to register your child.

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South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association: Week 14 Results

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THE SOUTH Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association, also known as “The Friendly League,” has released the results for Week 14 of the competition.

Match Results

  • Hundleton 8 v Badgers 2
  • Llanteg 2 v St Johns 8
  • Reynalton 8 v St Twynnells 2
  • East Williamston 8 v Carew 2

The match between Cosheston and Kilgetty was postponed, while Lamphey had the bye.

League Table (Week 14)

TeamPlayedWonDrawnLostS/DPoints
East Williamston12110116792
Carew1281311179
Reynalton128044870
Hundleton137066168
St Johns118037666
Cosheston116053354
Llanteg11317-2951
St Twynnells13319-12548
Badgers11317645
Kilgetty11308-12940
Lamphey11209-14229

For further details or any inquiries, please contact Steve Cox, League Fixtures Secretary.

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