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Top four win as Holliday’s ton keeps Town in pole position

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HAVERFORDWEST remain top of Division 1 after they comfortably beat Kilgetty on Saturday (Jul 21).

Batting first, Holliday smashed 19 fours and three sixes in a knock of 136 from 137 balls and he had good support from Lee Summons who added 40.

Jake Merry finished not out on 20 as Haverfordwest posted an excellent total of 247-7 from their 45 overs.

Kurtis Marsh took three wickets for the home side while Jack Parkinson and Ross Hardy both struck twice.

Hardy’s score of 25 was the only positive for Kilgetty who slumped to a disappointing 55 all out with Adam James taking five wickets and Johnny White taking four.

Cresselly are three points behind in second place after they beat St Ishmaels by six wickets.

Tish were invited to bat first and had scores of 30 from Harry Nicholas, 37 from Andrew Pawlett and 62 from Jack Nicholas in their total of 192-8.

Dan Sutton then scored 83 for Cresselly in their reply before he was run out but scores of 26 not out from Iwan Izzard and 25 not out from Simon Cole saw Cresselly over the line.

Neyland kept hold of third place as they eased to a nine wicket win away at Johnston, a result which sadly confirms their relegation to Division 2.

Johnston batted first but were all out for 118 despite a score of 70 for Hafiz Farooq. Geraint Rees did the damage for Neyland who took six wickets for the loss of six runs.

In reply, Greg Miller was out for a score of 35 but a score of 70 not out from Ashley Sutton guided Neyland to victory.

Fourth placed Whitland also had a comfortable victory on Saturday as they beat Burton by nine wickets.

Burton were all out for 164 in their innings with Rob Neil top scoring on 41 and Luke Hayman adding 40 after Toby Hayman had earlier scored 28.

Wayne Howells and Jack Bowen both took three wickets and the pair then shared an opening stand of 112 to set Whitland on their way to victory.

Bowen fell for a score of 86 from 63 balls before Howells finished not out on 43 and Iestyn Scourfield finished unbeaten on 33 to see Whitland over the line.

Lawrenny warmed up for the Harrison Allen Final with a 103-run victory over Llangwm.

Harry Thomas opened up with 52 runs for Lawrenny who also had scores of 90 from Brad McDermott-Jenkins while Joe Kidney finished not out on 70.

That helped the home side post an excellent total of 307-7 from their 45 overs.

Will Beresford scored 65 for Llangwm in their reply and Joe Kiff scored 29 but it wasn’t enough to see them to victory.

McDermott-Jenkins took six wickets for Lawrenny as they bowled Llangwm out for 204.

League Cricket will take a break this weekend as the Harrison Allen Final between Lawrenny and Cresselly takes place.

When the League action returns on Saturday, August 4, leaders Haverfordwest will take on Whitland in what could be another crucial game in the title race.

Elsewhere, Cresselly are at home to Burton while Neyland are also at home to Kilgetty.

Johnston take on Lawrenny and Llangwm host St Ishmaels.

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Double podium finish for local rally driver

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A 20-HOUR round trip to Machrihanish Airbase in Campbeltown, Scotland, proved more than worthwhile for 17-year-old rally driver Henri Cynwyl, who returned to Wales with two podium finishes.

Henri, from Ponthirwaun, claimed third place on both days of competition in the British Junior Championship and the 1000cc Ecosse Challenge, strengthening his lead in the F1000 British Junior Championship.

The two-day Mach1 Stages Rally was organised by Dunfermline Car Club, with 31 F1000 members taking to the fast tarmac stages of the airbase, cheered on by a warm Scottish welcome.

“I’m really pleased,” said Henri, who was co-driven by Geraint Evans from Bala. “The stages were long, and I much prefer long stages to short ones as I get into a flow. The fast tarmac really suited my car.”

Now in his second and final year in the championship, Henri is backed by a number of local businesses from the Cardigan area.

“I’m so grateful to all of my sponsors and team,” he said. “The car is prepared by Castle Motors in Newcastle Emlyn, and we’ve just welcomed Pembrokeshire College as one of my new sponsors for 2025.”

Henri is currently undertaking an apprenticeship as an electrician with both Pembrokeshire College and DJ Hoyland.

The next round of the F1000 Championship will take place at Wheaton Barracks in Blackpool at the start of August.

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Kilgetty AFC Women score new Lucozade kit thanks to Tenby Post Office Stores

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Local nomination supports grassroots football in Pembrokeshire

KILGETTY AFC Women’s Team has received a brand-new Lucozade Sport Kit, thanks to a nomination by Tenby Post Office Stores and local supporter Fiona Malone.

The donation includes reusable drinks bottles, bibs, a football carrier bag, a kit bag, and bottles of Lucozade Sport – part of a UK-wide initiative that saw only ten teams selected to receive the sports kits.

‘A natural choice’

Fiona Malone, who nominated the team, said: “We were really happy to nominate Kilgetty AFC Women’s football team when we were asked by Lucozade. My son plays for Kilgetty Under-13s, and the whole club is incredibly inclusive, so when Lucozade asked, we immediately thought of the women’s team.”

The kit was officially handed over on Sunday (July 13) during the club’s Chwarae FOR HER Wales v England watch party at Kilgetty AFC Football Club, Kingsmoor Sports Club.

Team thanks local backers

A spokesperson for Kilgetty AFC Women said: “We are very grateful to receive all of the items from Tenby Post Office Stores and Lucozade. We particularly appreciate the reusable drinks bottles and Lucozade Sport drinks – we’ve been bringing our own, or using the men’s bottles. The bibs are great, and the new bags will be really useful. Thank you!”

Backed by the community

The women’s team continues to grow as part of the wider female football movement in Wales, supported by local businesses and groups. Ongoing kit sponsorship for the girls’ teams has come from Ty Francis and New York Welsh, while Tesco Stronger Starts funding and FAW grants have supported equipment and coach education.

The women’s team has also received training kit sponsorship from Kilgetty WI, and playing kit and volunteer support from Saundersfoot Rotary.

Each of these donations, including the new Lucozade kit, is helping transform grassroots football – building players’ skills, boosting confidence, and creating a stronger sense of belonging through sport.

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Rugby stars to headline community talk in Newport, Pembrokeshire

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THIS Wednesday evening, July 16 at 7pm, join Welsh TV personalities Rhodri and Lucy Owen for a bilingual Q&A with international rugby stars Josh Macleod, Stephen Varney, and Macs Page at Canolfan Bethlehem (formerly the Old Bethlehem Chapel) in Newport, Pembrokeshire.

The evening, part of the Lecol Heroes series, will offer a unique opportunity to hear from these rising rugby stars as they share their journeys from local lads to international pros. The trio—who all have strong connections to the Pembrokeshire area—will discuss their experiences, challenges, and triumphs in the world of rugby, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at their careers.

The event will be hosted by Rhodri and Lucy Owen, and attendees will have the chance to ask questions to the players. The event is open to the public, with tickets priced at £10 for adults and £5 for secondary school students.

Canolfan Bethlehem, a vital community venue in the heart of Newport, has quickly become a focal point for local events. After the former chapel was bought and renovated by a dedicated group of locals in 2024, it reopened as a community centre in February 2025. This will be one of the many events held at the venue, which continues to grow in popularity.

Don’t miss this unique evening filled with rugby passion, pride, and a few laughs along the way. Join us at Capel Bethlehem, Upper West Street, Newport, Pembrokeshire this Wednesday at 7pm!

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