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Late drama earns Hakin draw

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9 years ago

March 17, 2017

Hakin United 1

Goodwick United 1

Goal: Ryan Wilson scored Hakin’s equaliser in thick fog on Saturday afternoon

A LATE goal from Hakin’s Ryan Wilson earned a point for his team in their titanic clash with champions Goodwick United last Saturday (March 11).

The game was played with a thick fog enveloping the Observatory Field but referee Kevin Milich deemed the conditions suitable for a game of football.

Goodwick had the first chance of the match as the ball fell to Llyr Tobin on the edge of the box but his effort went wide of the post.

Hakin’s James Stanmore then made his way into the box beating two players but his effort was saved by Goodwick keeper Casey Walters.

Nicky Woodrow then had two chances for the Vikings but his first effort was straight at the keeper and he volleyed a second shot over the bar.

Steven Dockerty then crossed into the box which Hakin failed to clear and the ball fell to Johnny Horgan at the back post but he shot over when it looked like he should have scored.

Midway through the first half Goodwick came closest to opening the scoring as they sent a free kick into the box but Hakin keeper Steven Hartley missed the ball and it would have bounced in had it not been for Craig Nicholson who got back to clear the ball off the line.

Hakin then had another series of chances and from a corner Gareth Fawcett headed towards goal but his effort was also cleared off the line.

Stanmore then passed to Woodrow who spotted the keeper off his line but his effort went over the bar.

Jordan Griffiths then shot wide for Goodwick as did Horgan as both sides battled to find the opening goal.

It remained 0-0 at half time and both sides were still in with a chance of picking up the victory.

Just three minutes into the second half, it was Goodwick who made the all-important break-through as the ball fell to Tony Evans in the box and he poked home to give the away side the lead.

James Stanmore then saw a shot blocked before he also shot over after being played in by Woodrow as the home side looked to get back on level terms.

Ryan Wilson then looked to curl a shot in from the edge of the box but his effort was blocked.

Goodwick’s keeper then had to be alert as a cross from Stanmore looked to be going in and he pushed the ball over the bar.

With 20 minutes to go Goodwick had a chance to double their lead but Tony Evans shot over the bar.

Hakin made a number of changes and put Gareth Fawcett up front and he almost scored the equaliser when his shot bounced out off the post.

With three minutes to go, Woodrow crossed from the left and Fawcett challenged for the ball but it spilled out to Ryan Wilson who poked the ball into the net to give them the goal they had deserved.

They even came close to winning it with a late corner but the ball went out of play from a corner and moments later the referee called time on an exciting game.

The draw for Hakin means they are now two points behind leaders Merlins Bridge with a game in hand on their rivals.

Goodwick stay third in the table, five points off top spot but having played a game more than the Wizards.

On Saturday (Mar 18) Goodwick are at home Merlins Bridge in what will be an exciting game with Merlins Bridge having beaten the champions in the first game of the season.

On the same day, Hakin United are away to Carew.

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Haverfordwest County Under-13 girls shine at final FAW festival

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1 day ago

April 5, 2026

Herald Sport

HAVERFORDWEST COUNTY AFC Women and Girls have praised their under-13s after another strong showing at the third and final FAW Festival of the season.

The young Bluebirds travelled to Colliers Park in Wrexham on Saturday (Apr 4), where they once again impressed with their performances.

Club officials said the girls had performed fantastically well throughout the season, adding that everyone at Haverfordwest County was incredibly proud of their efforts.

The squad for the day was Libby O, Ela I, Ines M, Mila E, Scarlett C, Rachel B, Lydia H, Lilly M, Zara E, Leila P and Lillie EJ.

Well done girls.

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South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls: Friendly League week 22 results

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1 day ago

April 5, 2026

Herald Sport

RESULTS from week 22 of the South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association Friendly League have been confirmed, with Badgers recording a comprehensive 10-0 win over Lamphey and St Twynnells edging past Cosheston 6-4.

An earlier fixture also saw Cosheston claim a 10-0 victory over Reynalton.

Several matches were postponed during the week, including Kilgetty v Carew, Llanteg v St Twynnells and Hundleton v East Williamston.

St Johns had the bye.

Latest results:
Cosheston 4 St Twynnells 6
Badgers 10 Lamphey 0
Cosheston 10 Reynalton 0

League table after week 22:
East Williamston — Played 19, Won 13, Drawn 0, Lost 6, Shot difference 169, Points 126
St Johns — Played 20, Won 12, Drawn 1, Lost 7, Shot difference 132, Points 118
Reynalton — Played 20, Won 8, Drawn 2, Lost 10, Shot difference 24, Points 99
St Twynnells — Played 19, Won 10, Drawn 2, Lost 7, Shot difference 9, Points 99
Carew — Played 19, Won 10, Drawn 0, Lost 9, Shot difference -12, Points 98
Hundleton — Played 19, Won 10, Drawn 1, Lost 8, Shot difference -7, Points 97
Llanteg — Played 18, Won 10, Drawn 0, Lost 8, Shot difference -16, Points 95
Badgers — Played 20, Won 7, Drawn 1, Lost 12, Shot difference -104, Points 89
Cosheston — Played 19, Won 7, Drawn 2, Lost 10, Shot difference -39, Points 88
Lamphey — Played 20, Won 9, Drawn 0, Lost 11, Shot difference -71, Points 80
Kilgetty — Played 19, Won 6, Drawn 1, Lost 12, Shot difference -85, Points 73

League officials have reminded clubs that all outstanding matches must be completed by midnight on Sunday, April 19, 2026.

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Amman United Youth suffer agonising semi-final defeat

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1 day ago

April 5, 2026

Herald Sport

Cup final dream slips away as Newcastle Emlyn battle back to seal 20-19 win in windy Carmarthenshire Cup clash

AMMAN UNITED YOUTH saw their Carmarthenshire Cup final hopes ended in heartbreaking fashion on Saturday (Apr 4) as Newcastle Emlyn snatched a 20-19 victory in a dramatic semi-final.

Played in difficult, windy conditions, the contest was fiercely competitive throughout, with Amman left to rue a series of handling errors that allowed the visitors back into the game.

Newcastle Emlyn made the stronger start, taking an early 3-0 lead through a penalty and then missing a chance to add to their tally.

Amman responded well and took control of the first half. Captain Ceian Lewis crossed following a well-worked catch-and-drive to put his side 5-3 in front. Toby Slater then produced an excellent touchline conversion in tough conditions to extend the lead to 7-3.

Amman continued to build momentum when Harvey Duncan made a sharp break down the wing to score their second try. Slater was again on target with an impressive conversion in the wind, giving his side a 14-3 lead at the break.

But the game turned soon after the restart. A costly Amman mistake allowed Newcastle Emlyn back into the contest, with the visitors scoring in the corner before adding the conversion to close the gap to 14-10.

Amman appeared to have steadied themselves when Kelston Fairhurst powered over from another catch-and-drive, stretching the lead to 19-10.

However, Newcastle Emlyn refused to give in. Strong forward play brought them another try, and the conversion cut the deficit to just two points at 19-17 as the pressure mounted in the closing stages.

The decisive moment came in the final five minutes when another Amman handling error handed Emlyn a crucial opportunity. The visitors worked their way into range and slotted a late penalty to edge ahead 20-19.

Amman had one final chance to rescue the game and opted for a catch-and-drive from a late penalty, having already found success with that tactic earlier in the match. This time, though, Newcastle Emlyn held firm to deny them and secure their place in the final.

It was a bitter end for Amman United Youth, who had looked in control at half-time, but Newcastle Emlyn showed resilience and composure when it mattered most.