Sport
High scoring game ends in draw
St Ishmaels (210-6) drew with Narberth (227-8) ST ISHMAELS fell 18 runs short of their target in a high scoring encounter against Narberth on Saturday.
Narberth lost three wickets early on slipping to 32-3, but knocks of 70 from Marc Hughes and 82 from Jordan Howell got the visitors back on track. Hughes and Howell put on 122 for the fourth wicket before Andrew Pawlett broke the partnership when he clean bowled Jordan Howell. Hughes was the next man to fall but Ben Quartermaine added 28 to keep the scoreboard ticking over as Narberth posted 227-8. M Phillips and Andrew Williams each took three wickets and finished with figures of 3-54 and 3-60 respectively. In reply Peter Bradshaw and Daniel Howells got St Ishmaels off to a good start as they put on 69 for the first wicket partnership. Howells was bowled by Kamal Sharma, but Bradshaw batted on scoring a half century which included eight fours before he was trapped LBW by Matthew Johns. Andrew Williams also scored well with a knock of 41 before he was also trapped leg before by Ben Quartermaine. Philip Cockburn finished not out on 39 but Narberth’s disciplined bowling display meant that both sides would have to settle for a draw. Kamal Sharma and M Johns both bowled well and finished with identical figures of 2-46 from their twelve overs. Narberth Richard Adams bl Matthew Phillips 0 Sean Coaker st Peter Bradshaw bl Andrew Williams 4 Jordan Howell bl Andrew Pawlett 82 Michael Scale lbw Andrew Williams 8 Marc Hughes ct Robbie Thomas bl M Phillips 70 Ben Quartermaine bl M Phillips28 Kamal Sharma bl Andrew Williams 11 Sam Mills not out 6 Nathan Lloyd run out 2 Extras 16 Total (for 8 wkts) 227 Bowling: M Phillips 11-2-54-3; A Williams 11-0-60-3; A Pawlett 12- 3-55-1; R Thomas 7-1-22-0; Jordan Millich 4-0-30-0. St Ishmaels P. Bradshaw lbw M. Johns 52 Daniel Howells bl K.Sharma 36 Andrew Williams lbw B Quartermaine 41 Steve Hartley ct Richie Adams bl Ben Quartermaine 9 Andrew Pawlett c&b M Johns 6 Philip Cockburn not out 39 Brennan Devonald ct M Johns bl Kamal Sharma 4 M Phillips not out 0 Extras 23 Total (for 6 wkts) 210 Bowling: Ben Quartermaine 12- 1-62-2; Sean Coaker 9-0-38-0; Kamal Sharma 12-1-46-2; M Johns 12-2-46- 2.
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Milford Haven School celebrates U14 Pembrokeshire Hockey Championship victory
MILFORD HAVEN SCHOOL’S Under-14 girls’ hockey team has been crowned Pembrokeshire Champions, delivering an outstanding performance and securing their title after a series of intense matches.
The team, consisting of 14 talented players, demonstrated impressive skill, resilience, and teamwork throughout the competition. Under the guidance of Miss Griffiths, they evolved their strategy and showcased their capabilities with each game.
A Day of Victories
The team’s first game against YBP was a close battle, with Milford Haven securing a narrow 1-0 win.
- Goal Scorer: Lola P
- Players’ Player: Annabelle G
- Coaches’ Player: Lilly J
In their second match, they faced Haverfordwest High and dominated with a strong midfield play and clinical finishes, achieving a 6-0 victory.
- Goals Scored: Olivia D (3), Ruby D, Lola P, Ameila C
- Players’ Player: Olivia D
- Coaches’ Player: Ruby D
After a brief interval, Milford Haven went on to face YHT, focusing on using the field’s width, which led them to a 4-0 win.
- Goals Scored: Lola P (2), Annabelle G, Olivia D
- Players’ Player: Annabelle G
- Coaches’ Players: Lola P and Macy B
In their final game of the day, the team played YGB, finishing with a decisive 7-0 win and showing relentless energy.
- Goals Scored: Ellie M (2), Olivia D (2), Annabelle G, Lilly J, Ruby D
- Players’ Player: Annabelle G
- Coaches’ Players: Lacey N and Ellie M
Miss Griffiths expressed her pride in the team’s achievements and her excitement for their future development: “It’s been fantastic to watch the team grow today, and I can’t wait to see how they progress.”
Thanks were also extended to Evans Coaches for sponsoring the team’s kit and ensuring safe travel throughout the competition.
Sport
Seasiders dominate in 5-2 win over Swifts
TENBY earned a commanding 5-2 victory against visitors Monkton Swifts at The Clicketts on Saturday (Nov 9). Jerome Williams opened the scoring just ten minutes in, following a well-placed setup from veteran Joe Leahy. Skipper Dan Evans doubled the lead nine minutes later with a stunning 35-yard drive, expertly placing a right-footed shot beyond Monkton’s keeper, Taylor Gullam, who was frequently called into action during a shaky defensive showing by the Swifts.
Williams struck again to put Tenby 3-0 up midway through the first half, but both he and fellow forward Scott Fearney found themselves in the sin bin for ten minutes shortly after. Despite being down to nine men, Tenby maintained control, adjusting their tactics to retain possession. Leahy then scored a spectacular fourth goal, launching a 50-yard chip from just inside the Swifts’ half over the head of a retreating Gullam after receiving a clearance from man of the match Curtis Hurlow.
Monkton struggled to find their rhythm, though central midfielder Gareth Finnegan led a determined push that eventually paid off with a goal eight minutes before halftime. However, Swifts’ efforts were marred by a booking for winger Josh Clarke just before the break for a late challenge.
Fearney added Tenby’s fifth goal ten minutes into the second half, effectively sealing the win. Monkton’s Ryan Hughes managed to pull one back from a scrambled corner with 15 minutes left, bringing the score to 5-2. Both managers, Gareth Noot (Tenby) and Stuart James (Monkton), rotated their squads with substitutions in the closing stages.
Tenby’s centre-half Charlie Gregory was cautioned for a late tackle, and Swifts’ skipper Ben Steele saw time in the sin bin in the final minute. Third-placed Tenby now look forward to hosting Kilgetty next weekend, while the Swifts prepare to welcome title-chasers Hakin United to Monkton Lane.
Sport
Latest Pembrokeshire Second Division football reports
THE latest round of Pembrokeshire Second Division fixtures delivered a series of high-scoring, action-packed matches, with several players seizing the spotlight through remarkable individual performances. Here’s a rundown of the results.
Merlins Bridge II 3-3 Monkton Swifts II
In a hard-fought clash, Merlins Bridge II and Monkton Swifts II ended level at 3-3 in a game that saw both sides push relentlessly for the win. Monkton’s Dyllan Bowen was in formidable form, netting all three of his team’s goals to complete a hat-trick and keep his side in contention. Merlins Bridge II responded with goals from Daniel Pearce, Jack Ashman, and Tom Mezzetta, sharing the scoring duties and ensuring they came away with a well-earned point. Both teams showed resilience and attacking flair, setting a high bar for the rest of the league.
Solva 3-6 Narberth
In another goal-heavy encounter, Narberth came out on top against Solva, winning 6-3. Steffan Williams led the charge for Narberth, recording a brilliant hat-trick to dominate Solva’s defense. His teammate Jordan Williams was close behind, adding a brace to extend Narberth’s lead, while Lewis Bansal contributed with a goal of his own. Solva managed three goals courtesy of Monti Lavin, Josh Bland, and Danny Thomas, but despite their efforts, they struggled to contain Narberth’s relentless attacking unit.
Lawrenny 2-11 Camrose
Camrose produced a clinical display against Lawrenny, storming to an overwhelming 11-2 victory. Jordan Raymond was the standout player, scoring four times and dismantling the Lawrenny defense almost single-handedly. Scott Chalmers added three more, securing his own hat-trick, while Martyn Tweedie contributed with a brace. Joe Haworth also got on the scoresheet, and an own goal added to Lawrenny’s woes. Sam Davies and Owen James managed to score for Lawrenny, but their efforts were only a small consolation in a lopsided match.
Broad Haven 0-7 Hakin United II
Hakin United II showed their class with a dominant 7-0 victory over Broad Haven. Evan Rutherford led the scoring with a hat-trick, tormenting Broad Haven’s defense throughout the match. Corey Riley added two goals, while Tyler Williams and Tom Edmonds each found the net once to cap off a comprehensive team performance. Broad Haven couldn’t find an answer to Hakin’s well-organized attack, leaving them looking for answers after a tough outing.
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