Sport
Rhys retains memorial title
THE HAVEN ANGLING GROUP fished the R M J Thompson Memorial match last Saturday night on Griffin Beach in Dale.
Once again there was a very good turnout in what were perfect conditions. The fishing proved to be very good with a mixed variety of species returned to the scales including lsd, pouting, whiting, some very good coalfish and thornback ray.
For the second year in succession Rhys Holmes won the cup with a total weight of over 4kgs. In second place with the heaviest fish was current club champion Roland Adams and in third spot was Lee James. The junior winner on the night was Oliver Kucyj with a single dogfish.
The next match will be a rover on February 9.
Sport
Pembrokeshire First Division match reports – November 9, 2024
Carew 2-3 Clarbeston Road
IN a closely fought contest, Clarbeston Road edged out Carew with a narrow 3-2 victory. James Hinchliffe struck twice for Carew, but his efforts couldn’t secure any points. Clarbeston Road’s Laurie Haworth also netted twice, with an own goal tipping the scales in their favor. This win boosts Clarbeston Road to 20 points, strengthening their hold in the top half of the table.
Kilgetty 5-1 Herbrandston
Kilgetty capitalized on Herbrandston’s ongoing struggles, securing a commanding 5-1 win. Jordan Richards shone with a hat-trick, while Callum Proctor and Jordan Gorman each added a goal. Adam Whatling’s penalty offered Herbrandston a consolation, yet the team remains at the bottom with zero points and a daunting -81 goal difference. Kilgetty, meanwhile, climbs to 13 points.
Milford United 0-7 Goodwick United
League leaders Goodwick United showcased their dominance in a resounding 7-0 victory over Milford United. Rhys Dalling, Will Haworth, and Rhys Jones each netted twice, with James Bryan adding the seventh. This emphatic win solidifies Goodwick’s position at the top with 31 points and a +50 goal difference, while Milford United continues to grapple with defensive issues.
St Ishmaels 3-4 Merlins Bridge
In a thrilling, high-scoring encounter, Merlins Bridge narrowly defeated St Ishmaels 4-3. Brennan Devonald, Thomas Williams, and Ieuan Hawkins found the net for St Ishmaels, but it wasn’t enough. Nick Squire’s brace, along with goals from Tom Jago and an own goal, secured the win for Merlins Bridge, bringing them to 16 points and comfortably mid-table.
Tenby 5-2 Monkton Swifts
Tenby proved too strong for Monkton Swifts, claiming a decisive 5-2 victory. Jerome Williams led the charge with two goals, supported by strikes from Scott Ferney, Joe Leahy, and Daniel Storer. Monkton’s Gareth Finnegan and Ryan Hughes managed goals, but couldn’t prevent defeat. Tenby’s victory cements their third-place position with 20 points, while Monkton Swifts sit just above Milford United on 11 points.
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Milford Haven School celebrates U14 Pembrokeshire Hockey Championship victory
MILFORD HAVEN SCHOOL’S Under-14 girls’ hockey team has been crowned Pembrokeshire Champions, delivering an outstanding performance and securing their title after a series of intense matches.
The team, consisting of 14 talented players, demonstrated impressive skill, resilience, and teamwork throughout the competition. Under the guidance of Miss Griffiths, they evolved their strategy and showcased their capabilities with each game.
A Day of Victories
The team’s first game against YBP was a close battle, with Milford Haven securing a narrow 1-0 win.
- Goal Scorer: Lola P
- Players’ Player: Annabelle G
- Coaches’ Player: Lilly J
In their second match, they faced Haverfordwest High and dominated with a strong midfield play and clinical finishes, achieving a 6-0 victory.
- Goals Scored: Olivia D (3), Ruby D, Lola P, Ameila C
- Players’ Player: Olivia D
- Coaches’ Player: Ruby D
After a brief interval, Milford Haven went on to face YHT, focusing on using the field’s width, which led them to a 4-0 win.
- Goals Scored: Lola P (2), Annabelle G, Olivia D
- Players’ Player: Annabelle G
- Coaches’ Players: Lola P and Macy B
In their final game of the day, the team played YGB, finishing with a decisive 7-0 win and showing relentless energy.
- Goals Scored: Ellie M (2), Olivia D (2), Annabelle G, Lilly J, Ruby D
- Players’ Player: Annabelle G
- Coaches’ Players: Lacey N and Ellie M
Miss Griffiths expressed her pride in the team’s achievements and her excitement for their future development: “It’s been fantastic to watch the team grow today, and I can’t wait to see how they progress.”
Thanks were also extended to Evans Coaches for sponsoring the team’s kit and ensuring safe travel throughout the competition.
Sport
Seasiders dominate in 5-2 win over Swifts
TENBY earned a commanding 5-2 victory against visitors Monkton Swifts at The Clicketts on Saturday (Nov 9). Jerome Williams opened the scoring just ten minutes in, following a well-placed setup from veteran Joe Leahy. Skipper Dan Evans doubled the lead nine minutes later with a stunning 35-yard drive, expertly placing a right-footed shot beyond Monkton’s keeper, Taylor Gullam, who was frequently called into action during a shaky defensive showing by the Swifts.
Williams struck again to put Tenby 3-0 up midway through the first half, but both he and fellow forward Scott Fearney found themselves in the sin bin for ten minutes shortly after. Despite being down to nine men, Tenby maintained control, adjusting their tactics to retain possession. Leahy then scored a spectacular fourth goal, launching a 50-yard chip from just inside the Swifts’ half over the head of a retreating Gullam after receiving a clearance from man of the match Curtis Hurlow.
Monkton struggled to find their rhythm, though central midfielder Gareth Finnegan led a determined push that eventually paid off with a goal eight minutes before halftime. However, Swifts’ efforts were marred by a booking for winger Josh Clarke just before the break for a late challenge.
Fearney added Tenby’s fifth goal ten minutes into the second half, effectively sealing the win. Monkton’s Ryan Hughes managed to pull one back from a scrambled corner with 15 minutes left, bringing the score to 5-2. Both managers, Gareth Noot (Tenby) and Stuart James (Monkton), rotated their squads with substitutions in the closing stages.
Tenby’s centre-half Charlie Gregory was cautioned for a late tackle, and Swifts’ skipper Ben Steele saw time in the sin bin in the final minute. Third-placed Tenby now look forward to hosting Kilgetty next weekend, while the Swifts prepare to welcome title-chasers Hakin United to Monkton Lane.
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