Sport

Kilgetty are Under 15s champions

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9 years ago

September 2, 2016

Kilgetty 97-8 beat Neyland 61 all out

NEYLAND won the toss and invited Kilgetty to bat and they could not have wished for a better start, with Harry Nicholas bowling Tom Cole with the first ball of the game on Wednesday, August 17.

With William Hughes keeping things tight at the other end and Nicholas picking up another wicket in his third over, Kilgetty were 17-2 after 5.

It was then that umpires Ridge and Pawlett had to bring the players off for rain and, although restarting shortly, another shower forced play to stop again.

It was their determination, together with both teams’ and coaches’ enthusiasm to get the game played, that succeeded in getting a result on the night.

Having returned to the field of play for the third occasion, it was now the turn of Kilgetty to fight back with Matthew Lewis (11), Ollie Gamble (26), including one six, and Kairon Allen (15). With Harri Phillips (15) not out at the end, together with 19 extras, Kilgetty finished on 96-8.

For Neyland, Harry Nicholas finished with 2-17, William Hughes 1-10, Ben Fairbairn 3-21, Ieuan Hawkins 1-6 and Jake Booth 1-6.

Opinion was divided at the interval whether this was enough runs against what was a strong Neyland batting line up.

However, Stuart Allen’s half-time team talk did the trick and Kilgetty came out determined and in an inspired spell of bowling of four overs each by paceman Ryan Morton (2-9), who bowled a good length and line. The guile and craft of spinner Ollie Gamble (3-14), together with two wickets from Matthew Lewis’ first over, left Neyland in tatters at (29-8) in nine overs with no batsman in double figures. It was only Ben Mathias and Jay Power who batted resolutely and took the game to Kilgetty, raising the Neyland Hopes.

With time and overs running out, Mathias (17) was bowled by Kairon Allen and with the inevitable run out in the chase for runs, Power was left undefeated on 11. Lewis ended up with 2-15, Allen 1-3 and Tristan Thomas 1-12.

This left Kilgetty as deserved winners for an all-round team performance.

In the presentation after, Martin Jones, Junior Organiser, thanked St Ishmaels for hosting the final. He also thanked the officials, Glyn Pawlett and Robert Ridge, scorers Hazel Poole and John Laugharne, and groundsmen, Mel Williams and Chris Bradshaw. He also thanked Wendy Bradshaw and Pat Williams for laying on a tremendous tea for the players after the game, which was sponsored by Ian Milsom of Haven Fish Restaurant.

He congratulated both sides on getting to the final with both teams being a credit to themselves, their clubs and coaches and the way the game was played in a competitive manner but in an excellent spirit and good sportsmanship.

The plaques and runners up shield were presented by Colin John, League Sponsor, who was thanked for his generous support of Pembrokeshire cricket. The winner’s trophy was donated by the late Stan Richards and John Bowen’s family 42 years ago. Tom Richards also gave a short speech highlighting the fact that both his father and John Bowen were keen sportsmen and supporters of youth cricket. In fact, over the 42 years, over 900 youngsters had played in the final, let alone those who had played in the league itself.

In a unique moment of history, the great grandson of John Bowen, fourth generation Ollie Rees, aged nine, presented the trophy to the winning Captain of Kilgetty – Ollie Gamble. It’s worth noting that nine-year-old Ollie himself a keen sportsman, is following in his grandfathers footsteps and is a member of the successful Hook CC academy.

Sport

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

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4 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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4 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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Haverfordwest RFC names Team of the Week

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8 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.