Sport

McNabney hat-trick earns the points

Published

12 years ago

March 31, 2014

Narberth 2 Merlins Bridge 4

A HAT-TRICK by Steve McNabney for Merlins Bridge put a big dent in Narberth’s title aspirations in this very open game at Jesse Road.

The Bluebirds will be very disappointed with the result, squandering numerous chances and missing two penalties. The visitors took the lead after four minutes when McNabney volleyed in from the corner of the penalty area. Narberth drew level a few minutes later when a soft cross from Morgan Preece managed to make its way into the goal.

Narberth had the chance to draw level after 23 minutes when their player/manager Matthew Price was brought down in the box. Adi Jones stepped up but Carl Woodhouse brought off a great save, diving full stretch to his right. Unbelievably ten minutes later Narberth were awarded another penalty, and this time Price made no mistake from the spot. With one minute to go before half time the Bridge went on the attack when Lee Hudgell made a run down the wing and centred to McNabney who placed the ball into the corner of the net.

The second half was much like the first with both teams carving out chances. McNabney completed his hat-trick on the 75 minute mark with a fabulous 30-yard free kick that bent out of the reach of keeper John Durbridge. Narberth were awarded yet another penalty with ten minutes to go when Matthew D’Ivry was given an early shower for a tackle on a Narberth forward, but this time Price missed the spot kick.

An entertaining game and had the Bluebirds taken their chances it would have been a very different result.

Charity

Local insurance brokers help raise over £1,300 for Bluebirds Foundation

Published

2 hours ago

May 20, 2026

Sarah Jane Absalom

The Haverfordwest County AFC Bluebirds Foundation is celebrating a £1,300 boost this month thanks to local insurance brokers Lloyd & Whyte Community Broking.

A recent fundraising day raised £653.64, which was fund matched by the insurance broker’s parent company, the Benefact Group, doubling the amount to over £1,300.

Lloyd & Whyte Community Broking St Clears are sponsors of Haverfordwest County AFC
which includes supporting the charitable arm of the club, Bluebirds Foundation. The Foundation focuses on the prevention of poverty and strengthens the bond between the
football club and local people, including launching junior supporter clubs and community
brunch clubs.
Harry Thomas, aTrustee at Bluebirds Foundation said:
“We are extremely grateful to Lloyd & Whyte for further enhancing the funds raised at
our Foundation Fundraiser, held at the Ogi Bridge Meadow in collaboration with
Haverfordwest County AFC and we look forward to working closely with Lloyd & White again at future events.”
Leyla Phillips stated:
“Events like this show what community is all about. I think it’s great what the
Bluebirds foundation are doing locally for Pembrokeshire, and it was a pleasure to be
a part of it. Being part of Lloyd & Whyte Community Broking and the Benefact Group
made it even more special as we are proud to match all funds that were raised on the day which I’m sure will be a nice addition for the foundation, to enable them to carry
on doing great initiatives within our community.’’
The funday event saw bouncy castles, cake stands, a raffle, shirt swap stand, kick-up
competitions, and inflatable goal, alongside the normal match day activities, all providing
hours of fun for spectators and supporters.

And to top it all, Haverfordwest County AFC won 6-0 on the day against Llanelli Town AFC.

Sport

Narberth youngsters impress in busy day of cricket

Published

3 days ago

May 17, 2026

Herald Sport

NARBERTH Cricket Club’s junior sides enjoyed a strong day of performances, with the under-15s recording a convincing win and the under-14 girls pushing Cresselly all the way in a close contest.

The under-15s defeated St Ishmaels after posting 120-7, before bowling their opponents out for 54.

Narberth’s under-14 girls were also in action, producing an excellent effort against a talented Cresselly side.

In an eight-a-side, 16-over match, Narberth made 83-5 before Cresselly reached 84-4 to edge the contest.

Mia Phillips top-scored for Narberth with an unbeaten 22, while Sylvie Dunlop made 7 not out. The pair also shared a 50 partnership.

Leah Lewis contributed 18 with the bat and took 1-4 with the ball, while Tia Blewitt produced an excellent spell, taking 3-3.

Despite the narrow defeat, the performance underlined the strength of girls’ cricket at Narberth and the progress being made by the club’s young players.

Sport

Narberth hosts successful girls’ cricket festival

Published

3 days ago

May 17, 2026

Herald Sport

YOUNG cricketers from across west Wales took part in a successful under-10s girls’ cricket festival hosted by Narberth Cricket Club on Sunday.

Teams from Whitland, Pembroke Dock, Neyland, Llangennech and Pembroke joined the host side for a day of cricket which highlighted the growing strength of the girls’ game in the region.

Organisers said all teams showed excellent teamwork, enthusiasm and sportsmanship throughout the festival.

Thanks were also given to Narberth coach Ceri Davies, whose organisation helped ensure the day was a success.

Host team: Narberth’s under-10s girls at Sunday’s cricket festival (Pic: Shannon Harries).