Sport
Wizards hit back to earn a point

MERLINS BRIDGE fought back from 3-1 down to earn a draw against Carew in an excellent match on Saturday (Oct 28).
Going into the match, Carew sat second and Merlins Bridge were third and with both sides level on points, they were keen to keep up their good start to the season with another victory.
It was Merlins Bridge who the first chance of the game with a minute gone when a corner from Joey George was headed wide by Peter Thomas.
However, Carew went up the other end of the pitch and almost scored themselves as the dangerous Jack Christopher beat the offside trap but Wizards keeper Gary Thomas came out well to block his effort and the following effort by Ian Derbyshire was also saved.
Joey George then went down in the box but no penalty was given by referee Alan Boswell.
With eleven minutes gone, Will Haworth won a corner which George swung into the box and Nathan Greene met it with a towering header only to see his shot blocked on the line by Derbyshire.
Three minutes later Carew took the lead as Alex Bayley crossed from the left hand side and Jack Christopher rose to head the ball down into the net.
They could have doubled their lead soon after when Jack played in brother Sam Christopher but his shot was blocked by an excellent covering tackle.
George then played in Luke Heywood but his fizzing cross ran across the face of goal with no one on the end of it to knock it in.
With half an hour gone the Wizards were back level as Will Haworth turned and saw his shot well saved by Carew keeper Dan James but the rebound fell to Matthew D’Ivry who drilled the ball low into the net to make it 1-1.
Seven minutes before half time Jack Christopher won a free kick 25 yards out and he stepped up to take it. The striker brilliantly curled the ball over the wall and it went in off the left hand post, leaving keeper Thomas with no chance.
Shortly before half time the ball was again played through to Jack who ran on before firing into the roof of the net to complete his hat trick and make it 3-1 to the Rooks.
The Wizards came out for the second half, determined to make up the deficit and also keep intact their unbeaten start to the season.
Eight minutes in they pulled a goal back when a corner was headed in by Ashley Beck.
Greene was then sent through and he beat the defender but his shot was saved by the Carew keeper.
On the hour mark, Luke Heywood also came close to scoring but his shot was blocked on the line.
With fifteen minutes to go, a throw in was flicked on by James Hinchcliffe but Sam Christopher’s acrobatic effort went wide.

Chance: Alex Bayley’s curling effort comes back off the post
They had another chance soon after when Jack Christopher held the ball up well before passing to Alex Bayley in the box but his curling effort rebounded back off the post.
Then with ten minutes to go the Wizards finally drew level as a free kick from Gary Thomas found its way to Luke Heywood who cut inside before firing into the bottom left corner of the net.
Jack Christopher came close to a fourth goal when his long range effort from just inside the half way line only just flew over the top of the net.
A late head injury to Ashley Beck disrupted play and although the Wizards pushed forward in the closing minutes, they were unable to find a winner.
Both sides settled for a 3-3 draw which sees them slip to fourth and fifth respectively following wins for Narberth and Neyland.
On Saturday, November 4, both sides take a break from league action once more as they take part in the second round of the West Wales Cup.
Carew are away to Glynneath Town while Merlins Bridge are at home against Penclawdd.
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Pembrokeshire the location for second Pro Wrestling School

Royal Imperial Wrestling expands community-focused initiative in South Wales
ROYAL IMPERIAL WRESTLING (RIW), a growing name in the UK’s professional wrestling community, has opened its latest wrestling training school in Camrose, Pembrokeshire, aiming to discover and nurture local wrestling talent.
The new facility officially opened on Sunday, June 15, offering people of all ages and abilities the opportunity to learn and participate in professional wrestling.
The Pembrokeshire school’s launch follows the successful opening of RIW’s first school in Cefn Cribwr, Bridgend, just five months ago. The Bridgend location has quickly become a thriving community hub, with more than twenty regular trainees and several sold-out wrestling shows.
The schools are run by experienced wrestlers Andrew Griffiths, PJ Schulz, and Zac Parton, who collectively bring 68 years of wrestling and martial arts expertise.
Speaking about the opening, co-owner Zac Parton said: “We are thrilled to launch our second school in another vibrant Welsh community. Our aim at RIW is to make wrestling accessible to everyone, regardless of age, gender, weight, ability, or neurodiversity. We’re committed to expanding further across Wales and making wrestling an inclusive and exciting part of community life.”
Local councillor Huw David (Cefn Cribwr, Kenfig Hill and Pyle ward) also praised the company’s efforts: “It’s fantastic to see Royal Imperial Wrestling quickly become such a valued and integral part of the community in Cefn Cribwr. Their events and training sessions have provided great entertainment and meaningful community engagement.”
RIW’s next event, Heatwave!, under its developmental sister brand Next-Gen Wrestling, takes place at Cefn Cribwr Community Centre on Saturday, June 28. Tickets are available online for £5.
For more information, visit the RIW Facebook page: facebook.com/RiwWales.
Sport
Wales to become first ‘Marmot Nation’ in drive to tackle health inequality

Pioneering move builds on Torfaen success and Future Generations Act
WALES is set to become the world’s first official “Marmot Nation” as part of a bold new approach to tackling health inequalities, the Welsh Government has announced.
The initiative will see Wales adopt the eight Marmot Principles developed by renowned public health expert Professor Sir Michael Marmot. These principles aim to reduce the unfair and avoidable differences in health outcomes that are influenced by social and economic factors—such as housing, employment, and access to services.
Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, Jeremy Miles, confirmed the government will work closely with the Institute of Health Equity (IHE), led by Sir Michael, to embed health equity into policy-making across all government departments.
The move follows a successful pilot in Torfaen and the wider Gwent area, which became the first Marmot Region in Wales. Under the national plan, multiple communities across the country will now work to apply the same approach.
“This is a major step forward,” said Jeremy Miles. “We are placing health equity at the heart of government decision-making. By learning from the positive changes in Torfaen, we aim to support better health outcomes for people across Wales.”
The Marmot Principles focus on upstream action to address the social determinants of health. These include giving every child the best start in life, promoting fair employment and decent living standards, tackling discrimination, and supporting sustainable communities.
Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing, Sarah Murphy, will formally announce the commitment at the Canada-UK Council’s launch of the Fairer Society, Healthier Lives report in Cardiff on Monday (June 16).
“Becoming a Marmot Nation is about acknowledging that health is shaped by the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age,” she said. “By adopting these eight principles nationally, we are taking cross-government action to reduce inequalities and improve wellbeing for all.”
Sir Michael Marmot welcomed the announcement, saying: “Healthcare matters, but social circumstances matter more. Health equity must be a priority for all of government—not just the NHS. Wales is leading the way.”
The plan builds on Wales’ Well-being of Future Generations Act, which marked its tenth anniversary this year. The Act legally requires public bodies to consider long-term impacts and promote well-being in decision-making.
Professor Nicolas Maclean, UK Co-Chair of the Canada-UK Council, also praised the initiative: “This announcement sends a powerful message globally. Wales is setting an example for how governments can work to overcome unequal health outcomes.”
Sport
Comprehensive wins and close calls in Week 8 of Pembrokeshire cricket

Cresselly, St Ishmaels, and Pembroke Dock shine as season heats up
THE EIGHTH week of the Thomas Carroll Pembroke County Cricket League saw some dominant performances and thrilling finishes across the divisions, with Cresselly continuing their unbeaten streak in Division 1 and Pembroke Dock II producing fireworks in Division 5.
Division 1
Cresselly cemented their place at the top of the table with a commanding 146-run victory over Carew. Tom Murphy (82) and Simon Cole (68) led a strong batting display, while Tom Arthur (5-28) and Ollie Arthur (3-23) ensured Carew were all out for 140 in reply.
Neyland cruised to an eight-wicket win against Haverfordwest, restricting them to 94 all out before chasing down the target with ease, thanks to contributions from Ross Hardy (2-10 & 23*) and Dai Davies (22*).
Burton enjoyed a 75-run win over Saundersfoot, with Morgan Scale (4-15) and Luke Hayman (3-25) starring with the ball.
Lawrenny edged out Whitland by three wickets, with Jamie Lewis (3-22) and Oscar Lewis (3-24) pivotal in a tight low-scoring game.
Herbrandston’s Charlie Malloy took a sensational 7-27 as they skittled Llangwm for just 55 and wrapped up a seven-wicket victory.
Division 1 Table
Team | Pld | Points | W | L |
---|---|---|---|---|
Cresselly | 8 | 150 | 8 | 0 |
Carew | 8 | 141 | 7 | 1 |
Neyland | 8 | 126 | 6 | 2 |
Saundersfoot | 8 | 118 | 5 | 3 |
Lawrenny | 8 | 98 | 4 | 4 |
Herbrandston | 8 | 97 | 4 | 4 |
Burton | 8 | 75 | 2 | 6 |
Whitland | 8 | 69 | 2 | 6 |
Haverfordwest | 8 | 66 | 2 | 6 |
Llangwm | 8 | 34 | 0 | 8 |
Division 2
Pembroke dismantled Carew II by 196 runs, powered by Jack Harries’ century (102) and Billy Wood’s all-round performance (27 & 5-17).
St Ishmaels overwhelmed Cresselly II by 154 runs, with a standout 49 from Jonathan Pawlett and 4-19 from Andrew Pawlett.
Llanrhian beat Burton II by six wickets, chasing 86 with Tom Clarke (38) and Russell Watkins (27) leading the way.
Hook defeated Johnston by 64 runs, while Llechryd took a 35-run win over Narberth, with Jaap Harries grabbing 4-19.
Division 2 Table
Team | Pld | Points | W | L |
---|---|---|---|---|
Narberth | 8 | 143 | 7 | 1 |
St Ishmaels | 8 | 129 | 6 | 2 |
Pembroke | 8 | 123 | 5 | 3 |
Hook | 8 | 115 | 5 | 3 |
Johnston | 8 | 100 | 4 | 4 |
Llechryd | 8 | 99 | 4 | 4 |
Cresselly II | 8 | 93 | 4 | 4 |
Carew II | 8 | 89 | 3 | 5 |
Llanrhian | 8 | 56 | 1 | 7 |
Burton II | 8 | 47 | 1 | 7 |
Division 3
Lamphey’s David Blackwell struck a superb 82 not out as they secured a 52-run win over Neyland II.
Hundleton defeated Laugharne by seven wickets, with Craig Williamson (40 & 3-19) and Ava Midgeley (4-28) pivotal.
Stackpole edged Haverfordwest II by two wickets in a tight low-scorer, while Pembroke Dock beat Fishguard by 69 runs, thanks to George Smith’s all-round effort (42 & 3-4).
Kilgetty v Hook II was abandoned.
Division 3 Table
Team | Pld | Points | W | L |
---|---|---|---|---|
Fishguard | 8 | 131 | 7 | 1 |
Pembroke Dock | 8 | 127 | 6 | 2 |
Hundleton | 8 | 124 | 6 | 2 |
Stackpole | 8 | 113 | 5 | 3 |
Lamphey | 8 | 98 | 4 | 4 |
Haverfordwest II | 8 | 97 | 3 | 4 |
Laugharne | 8 | 75 | 2 | 5 |
Kilgetty | 8 | 66 | 2 | 5 |
Hook II | 8 | 56 | 2 | 5 |
Neyland II | 8 | 45 | 1 | 7 |
Division 4
Three matches were abandoned, but Llangwm II returned to winning ways with a 72-run victory over Narberth II, thanks to Finley Ellrick (84) and Callum Jenkins (58).
Pembroke II made light work of St Ishmaels II, chasing 81 with nine wickets in hand, Paul White unbeaten on 42.
Division 4 Table
Team | Pld | Points | W | L |
---|---|---|---|---|
Pembroke II | 8 | 143 | 7 | 1 |
Saundersfoot II | 8 | 132 | 7 | 0 |
Crymych | 8 | 104 | 5 | 2 |
St Ishmaels II | 8 | 100 | 4 | 4 |
Haverfordwest III | 7 | 98 | 3 | 3 |
Lawrenny II | 8 | 82 | 3 | 4 |
Carew III | 7 | 75 | 3 | 3 |
Narberth II | 8 | 67 | 2 | 6 |
Llangwm II | 8 | 62 | 1 | 7 |
Llanrhian II | 8 | 54 | 1 | 6 |
Division 5
Pembroke Dock II blew away Cresselly III by 137 runs, with Alex Fearson (84), Luke Murray (56), and Richard Scourfield (50) dominating.
Llechryd II won a nail-biter against Herbrandston II by just two runs, while Haverfordwest IV beat Neyland III by five wickets.
Whitland II v Hundleton II was abandoned.
Division 5 Table
Team | Pld | Points | W | L |
---|---|---|---|---|
Llechryd II | 8 | 133 | 6 | 1 |
Herbrandston II | 8 | 130 | 6 | 2 |
Pembroke Dock II | 8 | 126 | 6 | 1 |
Haverfordwest IV | 8 | 94 | 3 | 4 |
Whitland II | 6 | 73 | 2 | 3 |
Hundleton II | 7 | 68 | 3 | 3 |
Cresselly III | 8 | 62 | 1 | 6 |
Neyland III | 7 | 30 | 0 | 7 |
Division 6
All scheduled matches were abandoned due to weather.
Division 6 Table
Team | Pld | Points | W | L |
---|---|---|---|---|
Pembroke III | 7 | 93 | 5 | 0 |
Llechryd III | 5 | 77 | 3 | 1 |
H’West/Cresselly | 7 | 73 | 3 | 3 |
Whitland III | 7 | 53 | 2 | 3 |
Lamphey II | 7 | 52 | 2 | 3 |
Kilgetty II | 7 | 14 | 0 | 5 |
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