Sport

Quins upset the odds

Published

9 years ago

December 23, 2016

Pembroke 0

Pembroke Dock Quins 7

League 3 West A

Ben Hathaway: Scoring the winning and only try of the game

PEMBROKE DOCK QUINS ensured they would have the bragging rights as they put in a determined performance to come away with a 0-7 win over rivals Pembroke on Saturday (Dec 17).

Going into the game, Pembroke sat third in the table and knew that a win would keep them in touch with leaders Milford.

However, the Quins who sat third from bottom with just two wins to their name, had other ideas and produced an excellent display to frustrate their rivals.

The last meeting between the two sides ended 12-17 to Pembroke and the Quins were also keen to avenge that loss.

The game was a tense affair, with both sides giving the ball away on a number of occasions.

The Quins started well and a kick forward looked to put them through but the ball was knocked on and a penalty awarded to the home side.

Pembroke had a chance to take the lead after 10 minutes but Luke Hartland’s penalty was short and the game remained without a score.

Possession continued to switch back and forth between the teams but neither were able to find the opening score of the game.

Towards the end of the first half, Pembroke pushed forward looking to take the lead but they were held up well by a good Quins’ defence.

Quins’ Kevin Bratcher was shown a yellow card late in the half for an infringement but Pembroke were unable to make the man-advantage count.

It was the Quins who started the second half well and they finally got the opening score which their play had deserved.

The Quins worked the ball in front of the posts and it was Ben Hathaway who forced his way over the line, much to the delight of the Quins and their fans. Hathaway then picked himself up to send the conversion through the posts for a 0-7 lead.

The visitors knew that Pembroke would respond and it looked as if they might score but a pass wasn’t collected and the chance was gone.

The first half pattern of both teams giving possession away with a number of penalties returned as Pembroke were unable to get through.

Both sides gave their all in this game throughout as a number of crunching tackles were made in a typical local derby.

Kevin Bratcher was given his second yellow card late on and was therefore sent off but it did little to affect the outcome of the game.

The Quins were given a late penalty but Hathaway’s kick fell short and Pembroke were still in with a chance of getting something out of the game.

However, the Quins held out well and the referee’s whistle brought celebrations amongst the Quins’ players as they ensured an even happier Christmas with bragging rights over Pembroke.

The rugby takes a break over the festive period with no league fixtures until Saturday, January 7, when Pembroke will look to bounce back against Neyland.

On the same day the Quins will be hoping to build on their win as they welcome Cardigan.

Sport

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

Published

17 minutes 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

Published

28 minutes 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

Published

5 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.