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Hakin claim title and cup double with draw in Goodwick

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7 years ago

May 18, 2018

HAKIN United are the Champions of Division 1 of the Pembrokeshire League after they came from behind to draw 4-4 with West Wales Cup Champions Goodwick United on Thursday night (May 17) in a game that just about had it all.

Going into the game Goodwick were six points behind with two games left to play and knew they needed to win to keep their title hopes alive.

Anything less would mean that Hakin would be crowned champions with a game still to come and it seemed the Vikings were determined to get the job done on Thursday.

The draw means Hakin have sealed a League and Senior Cup double, the first time they have done so since the 2010/11 season.

Hakin took the lead early as Justin Harding poked the ball home from close range.

Goodwick’s hopes of getting back into the game were then dealt a blow as Kieran O’Brien was sent off.

Harding then grabbed his second goal of the game as he scored to give the Vikings one hand on the title.

The visitors continued to press and it was soon 3-0 as Nicky Woodrow scored with a delightful chip over Goodwick keeper James Gwilt.

It remained 3-0 at half time and it seemed there was no way back for Goodwick, but no one told them that.

Moments after the restart the ball was sent into the box and after an almighty scramble the ball eventually nestled in the net, seemingly coming off a Hakin player last.

The home side were then awarded a penalty and Adam Raymond stepped up to take it, scoring to make it 3-2.

The Pheonix Boys were then level as the ball fell kindly for top scorer Jordan Griffiths who volleyed the ball home.

Their remarkable comeback was complete as Adam Raymond slotted another penalty into the net to put the home side into the lead for the first time at 4-3.

Hakin knew that they only needed one goal to claim the title and they came agonisingly close when Ryan Wilson’s close range shot cannoned back off the bar.

Just as it looked like Hakin might have to wait until Monday for the title, Shane Walsh popped up in injury time, like he did against Merlins Bridge the previous week, to score the equalising goal.

It was an excellent game from both sides and a fantastic advert for Pembrokeshire football.

Goodwick’s comeback from 3-0 down was the stuff of champions but Hakin showed why they have been up at the top for so long to get the point they needed to seal the title.

The two teams must do it all again now on Monday (May 21), as they play the reverse fixture at the Obs in the final game of the season, with Hakin receiving the title following the game.

Related Topics:Champions Division 1 Goodwick United Hakin United Pembrokeshire League Pheonix Boys Vikings

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Previewing the 2025 Super Bowl

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2 days ago

January 20, 2025

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Each year millions of people across the world gather to watch one of the biggest sporting events of the year – the Super Bowl. Last year, 3.4 million people in the UK watched the Super Bowl, up 1.1 million from the previous year. Considering the growth in popularity of American football in the UK, we anticipate the viewership will be even higher for 2025.

The 2025 Super Bowl is scheduled to take place on 9 February 2025 at Caesars Superdrome in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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12 teams began competing for a spot in the 2025 Super Bowl when the playoffs began on January 11. At this point, four teams were eliminated. This now leaves eight teams to compete in the Divisional playoffs. Four of these will make it to the Conference Championships before contesting for a spot at this year’s Super Bowl.

The eight teams left with a shot at competing in the 2025 Super Bowl are:

Philadelphia Eagles
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Buffalo Bills
Detroit Lions
Houston Texans
Kansas City Chiefs
Los Angeles Rams
Washington Commanders

Last year, the Kansas City Chiefs took the title for the second year in a row. However, the latest Super Bowl odds puts the Detroit Lions as the favourites to win this year’s Super Bowl, following a series of impressive performances in the regular season.

The national anthem and halftime show

Before the game commences, a special guest performs the national anthem. Last year, Reba McEntire offered a moving performance of The Star-Spangled Banner, and this year the task falls to jazz singer Jon Batiste.

It’s not just the football match that people look forward to. Super Bowl halftime shows are a spectacle in themselves and many look forward to the performance as much as the game itself. This year, 17-time grammy winner Kendrick Lamar is headlining the halftime show. Lamar previously headlined the Super Bowl in 2022.

How can I watch the Super Bowl in the UK?

The Super Bowl is being broadcast to fans free on ITV, including live online via ITVX on your laptop, mobile, or tablet.

Sky Sports is also broadcasting the event which you can watch online via Sky Go, NOW TV, or using the Sky Sports mobile app. You could also head to your local pub as plenty of pubs in Pembrokeshire will be showing the big game.

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Division Four West rugby: Thrills and tight contests on a chilly Saturday

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Exciting matches, hard-fought battles, and standout performances define the weekend’s action.

Dreigiau Emlyn Edge Harlequins in Close Contest
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Dreigiau Emlyn secured a narrow victory over Pembroke Dock Harlequins, strengthening their position in the top half of the table. Gethin Davies scored two crucial tries, while Deiniol Rees added three penalties and a conversion to steer the hosts to victory. The Harlequins kept the game competitive with tries from Craig Barnett and Tom Donovan, with Ben Hathaway converting one and kicking a penalty. However, Emlyn’s composed performance ensured they held on for the win.

Teirw Crymych Outgun Llangwm in High-Scorer
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