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West Wales Cup Preview

THERE are a number of exciting fixtures in the West Wales Cup this weekend (Saturday, December 2), as teams from Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire go head to head.
One of the ties of the round sees Carmarthenshire League Champions Trostre Sports taking on Pembrokeshire Senior Cup holders Merlins Bridge.
The Wizards are yet to lose a league game this season and currently sit third in the table and come into this game on the back of a 3-1 win over rivals West Dragons.
Trostre have endured a difficult start to their season and have two wins, two draws and three defeats to their name so far in the league.
In their last league game they drew 1-1 with leaders Loughor and they will still provide a tough test for the Wizards.
Pembrokeshire league Champions Hakin United will also be looking to make it through but standing in their way will be Carmarthenshire side Seaside.
They currently sit fourth in the Premier Division and will also provide a good test for the Vikings.
Hakin have played only six games in the league so far this season but have won five of them and they also beat Carmarthenshire side Dafen in the last round.
Former West Wales Cup winners Goodwick United face Swansea Senior league side CRC Rangers.
The Pheonix boys will we well versed with their Swansea counterparts having played a number of other teams in that division already this season and they beat Swansea league side Kilvey Fords 3-0 in the second round.
Carew, who have proved a tough team to play against this season, welcome Carmarthenshire league side Evans and Williams.
The Rooks have won four of their nine league games so far this season but also held Merlins Bridge to a 3-3 draw and they will be keen to beat their Carmarthenshire opponents.
Evans and Williams also have four wins to their name so far this season and come into this game with confidence after a 2-0 win away to Pontlliw in their last game.
Bwlch, who are currently unbeaten so far this season, face a tough test as they travel to former finalists Morriston Olympic.
Carmarthenshire League leaders Loughor Rovers are at home and they take on Swansea side Maltsters Sports.
Gorseinon who are top of Division 1 of the Carmarthenshire league travel to Mumbles Rangers.
Finally, Pwll Athletic, who are third in the Premier Division of the Carmarthenshire League take on Swansea side Ystradgynlais.
All games are set to kick off at 2pm. Good luck to all sides involved and may the best teams win.
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Division 3 (West) & Division 4 (West A) – Weekend Rugby Round-Up

Haverfordwest 64 – Amman United 24
HAVERFORDWEST ran in ten tries to claim a dominant home win over Amman United. Winger Scott Candler crossed for a hat-trick, while Jack Evans (2), Jetman Temaki, Mike Griffiths, Matty Phillips, Liam Eaton, and Guy Barrons also touched down. Amman fought back late, earning a bonus point with two tries apiece from Dylan Matthews and Rhydian Jones.
Pontyberem 14 – Cardigan 32
Cardigan controlled proceedings to secure a bonus-point win over winless Pontyberem. Aaron Evans grabbed a brace, with further scores from Aaron Tomkinson, John Lumb, and Iwan Toft. Shaun Leonard added two conversions and a penalty. Pontyberem responded with tries from Jamie Jones and Daf Lloyd, both converted by Mike Sauro.
Narberth Athletic 27 – Pembroke Dock Harlequins 22
Narberth Athletic held off a spirited Quins comeback to remain second in Division 4A after a thrilling Friday night encounter. Brad Cramb crossed twice, with further tries from Declan Cole and Jac Norcross. Shane Rossiter kicked two conversions and a penalty. Jack Price (2), Owain Turner, and Craig Barnett replied for the visitors, with Ben Hathaway converting once.
St Davids 77 – Llanybydder 22
St Davids produced a 13-try blitz to overpower Llanybydder in a one-sided contest. Harvey Lavin, Nathan Foster, Mike Gurney, George Raymond, and Ben Perkins all bagged braces, with Kiron Mason, Morgan Griffiths, and Bob Froy also on the scoresheet. Llanybydder salvaged a bonus point with four tries, including two from Steffan Griffiths.
Sport
Seasiders and Seagulls soar with big wins in Division One and Two clashes

Division One (West) – Tenby run riot with ten-try demolition of Felinfoel
Tenby United 64 – Felinfoel 19
TENBY UNITED kept up the pressure on Division One (West) leaders Aberystwyth with a ruthless 64-19 victory over Felinfoel at Heywood Lane on Saturday.
The Seasiders delivered a scintillating attacking display, crossing for ten tries in a match that underlined their title credentials. Tenby raced into a 31-7 lead at the break and never let up, blending pace, precision, and power throughout.
Dan Colley and Gwion Jones were among the standout performers—Colley scoring twice and Jones bagging a hat-trick from the wing. Jake Roberts also crossed twice, while George Rossiter and the returning Toby Smith added their names to the scoresheet. A penalty try opened proceedings.
Half-backs Dai Jones and Lloyd Thomas controlled the tempo brilliantly, with Thomas converting six of the ten tries in a composed display from the tee.
Felinfoel showed some resistance, with captain Elliot Dawe grabbing a brace of tries from the wing and full-back Tom Cadell powering over for another. Fly-half Tom Allen added two conversions, but the visitors were outgunned by Tenby’s relentless tempo and attacking ambition.
The result keeps Tenby firmly in the title race and sends a clear message as the season heads into its final stretch.
Tenby United team:
Geraint Jones; Matthew Lewis, Liam Price, Toby Smith, Gwion Jones; Lloyd Thomas, Dai Jones; Ethan Morgan, Kyle Rossiter, Rob Luly; Alex Jenkins, Tom Barrass (capt); Jack Brown, Max Brindley, Dan Colley.
Replacements: George Rossiter, Luke Dedman, Jake Roberts, Dom Colman, Jordan Asparassa, Max Boswell.
Division Two (West)
Captain Lewis leads Seagulls to seven-try rout
Fishguard & Goodwick 67 – Betws 12
FISHGUARD & GOODWICK put in a dominant display to sweep aside Betws 67-12 at home, with new captain Rhys Lewis marking the occasion with a hat-trick from the back row.
The Seagulls were in fine form from the outset, racing to a 41-0 lead by half-time. Their sharp handling, quick recycling and clinical finishing were too much for Betws, who struggled to keep pace.
Lewis led from the front with a superb treble, while Max Jones crossed twice. Dom Sinnet, Mark Jones, Simon James, and Ed Rathbone also got on the scoresheet. Mark Jones was faultless with the boot, kicking eight conversions and adding two penalties for a personal haul of 27 points.
Betws showed heart in the second half, registering two tries through Jonathan Hier, one of which was converted by Andrew Gosnold, but the damage had long been done.
The emphatic win highlighted the growing depth and confidence in Fishguard’s ranks, with young leaders like Lewis showing they can deliver on the big stage.
Fishguard & Goodwick try scorers: Rhys Lewis (3), Max Jones (2), Dom Sinnet, Mark Jones, Simon James, Ed Rathbone
Conversions/Penalties: Mark Jones (8 cons, 2 pens)
Betws try scorers: Jonathan Hier (2)
Conversion: Andrew Gosnold (1)
Sport
Manderwood Pembrokeshire League – Division 1 Round-Up

Merlins Bridge edge Kilgetty in tight encounter
Merlins Bridge leapfrogged Kilgetty into seventh place with a hard-fought 2-1 win at Kingsmoor. Hayden Dimond opened the scoring with a stunning 25-yard free-kick, before Jason Griffiths doubled the lead early in the second half. Kilgetty hit back quickly through Richard Tebbutt, but the Wizards held firm to take all three points.
Swifts see off Carew to climb fourth
Monkton Swifts picked up their tenth win of the season with a comfortable 2-0 victory at home to Carew. Connor Davies opened the scoring in the first half, and substitute Jason Finnegan sealed the win late on. Carew remain third from bottom, still in danger as the season nears its conclusion.
Hakin overcome battling Pennar
Hakin United defeated a spirited Pennar Robins side 3-1 at the Obs. Shane Walsh teed up Ashley Bevan for the opener, but Pennar responded through Ben Adams. After the break, Bevan and Liam Parks combined for Hakin’s second, before Parks added a third to secure the win for the Vikings.
Tenby strike late to beat Tish
Tenby claimed a dramatic 2-1 win over St Ishmaels at the Clicketts. Joey Leahy fired the hosts ahead early on, but Tish levelled through Finley Armstrong. The visitors were reduced to ten men late in the game, and in stoppage time Jerome Williams struck the winner. A vital goal in Tenby’s fight for survival – and one that Milford United would have celebrated as the relegation battle intensifies.
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