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Koomen sets up Final date with Ammanford

NEYLAND’s Nick Koomen starred with bat and ball as he helped his side to victory over Ynysygerwn in the semi-final of the Welsh Cup on Sunday (Aug 19).
They will now play Ammanford in the final on Sunday, September 2, at the Swalec Stadium in Cardiff.
Neyland’s South Wales Premier League opponents were invited to bat first after the home side won the toss.
With conditions favouring the bowlers Neyland were able to restrict Ynysygerwn to 106 all out inside 37 overs.
Sean Hannon made the breakthrough early on as he caught and bowled Aaron Ace on a duck and Nathan Banner then had Gareth Davies caught by Patrick Bellerby on a score of 3.
Hannon returned and had Adam Bray caught by Andrew Miller on a score of 4 as they reduced Ynysygerwn to 16-3.
Yuvraj Odedra and Alex McCormack offered some resistance with a stand of 34 but that came to an end whey Odedra was run out by Ashley Sutton on a score of 25 that included two fours and a six.
McCormack hit three fours in his knock of 18 but he was then stumped by Hannon off the bowling of Andrew Miller.
Miller was not done there as he then had Adam Davies caught by Geraint Rees and Nathan Davies caught by Bellerby, bout out without scoring.
That saw them slip to 68-7 but Joshua Griffiths and Gavin John shared another 38 runs to take their side over a century of runs.
Griffiths hit five fours in a knock of 23 but he was then run out by Ashley Sutton and Nick Koomen then bowled John on a score of 17.
Koomen then had Patrick O’Brien stumped by Hannon as Ynysygerwen’s innings came to a close with them all out on 106.
Neyland lost opener Gregg Miller early in their reply when he was caught and bowled by Yuvraj Odedra but a stand of 71 between Koomen and Andrew Miller set the home side on their way to victory.
Miller played his way to a patient score of 19 before he was caught by Nathan Davies off the bowling of Craig Evans.
Koomen reached his half century having hit six fours and two sixes but he was then caught by Gareth Davies off the bowling of Evans as Neyland were reduced to 81-3.
Patrick O’Brien then had Ashley Sutton caught by Gavin John on a score of 6 but despite their best efforts, they were unable to take any further wickets.
Nathan Banner finished not out on 8 while Patrick Bellerby hit a six to win the game for Neyland and send them into the final.
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Rider list announced for Lloyds 2025 National Road Championships

TWENTY former national road champions are set to headline the provisional rider list for the 2025 Lloyds National Road Championships, which gets underway on Thursday 26 June in Wales.
Cat Ferguson (Movistar Team) will be one to watch in the women’s elite road race and under-23 time-trial. Ferguson is fresh off the back of an impressive 2025 Lloyds Tour of Britain Women campaign where she claimed both the points classifications and best young rider jerseys, the best British rider accolade and a career-first stage win in Kelso.
Three-time national road race and 2022’s under-23 time-trial champion Pfeiffer Georgi (Team Picnic PostNL) is set to defend her title, as well as Anna Henderson (Lidl-Trek), who won the time-trial last year in preparation for her silver-medal winning performance in the Olympic time-trial later that summer.
Be sure to keep an eye out for Max Walker (EF Education–EasyPost), looking to do one better after winning silver last year in the national road elite time-trial, while Seb Grindley (Lidl – Trek Future Racing) will look to build on his junior silver at worlds last year in the under-23 time-trial.
A host of Welsh riders are entered to be some of the crowd favourites in the event, including Owain Doull (EF Education – EasyPost), sisters Zoe Backstedt (CANYON-SRAM zondacrypto) and Elynor Backstedt (UAE Team ADQ), Elinor Barker (Uno-X Mobility) and Megan Barker (Tekkerz CC).
Two-time national champion, two-time Olympic champion and 2018 Tour de France winner Geraint Thomas (INEOS Grenadiers) is entered in the road race and time-trial in his home country in what would be his last National Road Championships, after announcing he is due to retire at the end of the year.
Aberaeron’s hometown hero Josh Tarling (INEOS Grenadiers) is hoping to return to make it a hattrick and defend his time-trial title from the previous two years, while Tomos Pattinson (Team Visma | Lease a Bike Development) will aim to defend his U23 men’s time-trial title from last year.
The 2025 Lloyds National Road Championships provides a fantastic platform for British riders to enjoy the home roads and experience the support of friends, family and local fans.
A total of 10 coveted national champion’s jerseys are up for grabs across three days of racing, with the time-trial on Thursday 26 June 2025, the circuit race on Friday 27 June 2025, and the road race concluding the action on Sunday 29 June 2025.
The full rider list for the 2025 Lloyds National Road Championships can be found here: START_LIST_-_2025_Lloyds_National_Road_Race_Championships.pdf.
Councillor Clive Davies, Cabinet Member for Economy and Regeneration said: “We are pleased to see such an exciting line up for the Lloyds National Road Racing Championships and we look forward to welcoming the riders and supporters to Ceredigion.”
To discover the routes of all three stages of this year’s Lloyds National Road Championships in more detail, and more information about the race, host venues, and participating teams, please click here: Routes revealed for the 2025 Lloyds National Road Championships
The 2025 Lloyds National Road Championships starts off with a challenging time-trial in Aberaeron on Thursday 26 June. Starting in Ffos-y-Ffin, the elite women, under-23 women and under-23 open will take to 27km of road, while the elite open will have to battle over 41km.
Aberystwyth plays host to both the circuit race on Friday 27 June and the road race on Sunday 29 June, allowing fans to come down and watch their favourite national riders battle for the title.
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Haverfordwest announce first summer signing as Luc Rees joins Bluebirds

HAVERFORDWEST COUNTY AFC have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Luc Rees, with the 22-year-old joining the Bluebirds ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.
Rees becomes the club’s first addition of the summer transfer window and arrives at the Ogi Bridge Meadow on a two-year deal. He most recently played for Barry Town United in the JD Cymru Premier.
The Swansea-born keeper came through the youth ranks at Swansea City, before going on to feature for Forest Green Rovers, Fleetwood Town and Widnes. During his time at Jenner Park, he made 34 appearances in all competitions.
Now, Rees links up with a Haverfordwest side preparing for their second European adventure in three seasons. The draw for the first qualifying round is scheduled to take place at UEFA headquarters in Geneva on Tuesday 17 June.
Speaking about the new signing, manager Tony Pennock said: “I’ve known Luc for many years and have always kept an eye on his career.
He’s had a variety of experiences for a young goalkeeper and has worked under some excellent coaches.
I believe in strong competition for places, and having two young but talented goalkeepers is a crucial part of our squad going forward. I’d also like to thank Steve Jenkins and Barry Town United for their cooperation throughout the transfer.”
Commenting on his move, Rees said: “I’m absolutely buzzing to be joining such a fantastic club. From everything that’s happening both on and off the pitch, there was only one place I wanted to be. I can’t wait to meet the players, staff and supporters – it’s going to be a big, exciting summer.”
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Carew continue dominance as Lawrenny and Whitland bounce back

CAREFULLY constructed innings and dominant bowling displays were the story of Week 7 in the Thomas Carroll Pembroke County Cricket League.
In Division 1, leaders Carew maintained their perfect record with a comprehensive 104-run win over Herbrandston, powered by Tim Hicks’ unbeaten 115 and a six-wicket haul from Sam Harts (6-24). Shaun Whitfield also impressed with a half-century and two wickets.
Neyland climbed with a dominant 102-run victory at Llangwm, bolstered by a commanding 108 from Dia Davies and a five-wicket haul from Alan Webster (5-22).
Whitland made a statement by thrashing Haverfordwest by 84 runs, thanks to a team effort led by Kevin Pearce (52) and Iwan Bevan (4-12).
Cresselly narrowly edged Saundersfoot by 2 wickets, with key contributions from Phil Williams (54) and Tom Arthur (4-35). Despite a valiant 106 not out and four wickets from Sam Franklin, Saundersfoot slipped to third.
At Burton, Lawrenny bounced back with a solid 67-run win, as Rob Williams (31 & 3-23) and Jamie Lewis (3-26) delivered with both bat and ball.
Division 1 League Table:
Team | Pld | Points | W | L | Ab | Bat | Bowl | Runs For | Runs Against | Wkts Taken | Wkts Lost |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Carew | 7 | 134 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 30 | 34 | 1629 | 974 | 69 | 41 |
Cresselly | 7 | 130 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 30 | 1246 | 975 | 62 | 35 |
Saundersfoot | 7 | 111 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 26 | 28 | 1175 | 1156 | 58 | 35 |
Neyland | 7 | 109 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 27 | 30 | 1396 | 1360 | 63 | 46 |
Lawrenny | 7 | 80 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 21 | 27 | 991 | 994 | 56 | 53 |
Herbrandston | 7 | 78 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 23 | 25 | 1070 | 1319 | 51 | 50 |
Whitland | 7 | 63 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 25 | 18 | 1177 | 1042 | 37 | 67 |
Haverfordwest | 7 | 63 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 22 | 19 | 1049 | 1124 | 41 | 60 |
Burton | 7 | 56 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 22 | 24 | 1029 | 1273 | 50 | 64 |
Llangwm | 7 | 32 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 17 | 15 | 798 | 1343 | 34 | 70 |
Division 2 League Table:
Team | Pld | Points | W | L | Ab | Bat | Bowl | Runs For | Runs Against | Wkts Taken | Wkts Lost |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Narberth | 7 | 136 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 33 | 1385 | 1061 | 67 | 55 |
St Ishmaels | 7 | 109 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 28 | 31 | 1089 | 891 | 64 | 35 |
Pembroke | 7 | 103 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 33 | 30 | 1339 | 1240 | 63 | 54 |
Hook | 7 | 95 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 28 | 24 | 1114 | 1094 | 50 | 50 |
Johnston | 7 | 93 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 26 | 27 | 964 | 1102 | 57 | 37 |
Division 3 League Table:
Team | Pld | Points | W | L | Ab | Bat | Bowl | Runs For | Runs Against | Wkts Taken | Wkts Lost |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fishguard | 7 | 125 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 21 | 1111 | 1012 | 45 | 27 |
Pembroke Dock | 7 | 108 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 24 | 30 | 875 | 798 | 60 | 28 |
Hundleton | 7 | 106 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 24 | 28 | 896 | 801 | 57 | 36 |
Stackpole | 7 | 96 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 29 | 24 | 1068 | 1031 | 48 | 37 |
Haverfordwest II | 7 | 91 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 30 | 26 | 981 | 1035 | 55 | 52 |
Division 4 League Table:
Team | Pld | Points | W | L | Ab | Bat | Bowl | Runs For | Runs Against | Wkts Taken | Wkts Lost |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Saundersfoot II | 7 | 132 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 30 | 32 | 998 | 767 | 66 | 32 |
Pembroke II | 7 | 125 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 30 | 31 | 1142 | 701 | 63 | 31 |
Crymych | 7 | 104 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 32 | 22 | 1062 | 974 | 47 | 42 |
Haverfordwest III | 6 | 98 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 27 | 21 | 772 | 892 | 43 | 45 |
St Ishmaels II | 7 | 97 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 30 | 27 | 1023 | 865 | 54 | 46 |
Division 5 League Table:
Team | Pld | Points | W | L | Ab | Tied | Bat | Bowl | Runs For | Runs Against | Wkts Taken | Wkts Lost |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Herbrandston II | 7 | 123 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 26 | 31 | 831 | 776 | 63 | 32 |
Llechryd II | 7 | 114 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 29 | 27 | 897 | 832 | 57 | 40 |
Pembroke Dock II | 7 | 106 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 27 | 27 | 816 | 823 | 56 | 24 |
Haverfordwest IV | 7 | 74 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 27 | 19 | 922 | 896 | 41 | 55 |
Whitland II | 5 | 73 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 11 | 567 | 564 | 23 | 33 |
Division 6 League Table:
Team | Pld | Points | W | L | Ab | Tied | Bat | Bowl | Runs For | Runs Against | Wkts Taken | Wkts Lost |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pembroke III | 6 | 93 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 21 | 480 | 472 | 44 | 15 |
Llechryd III | 4 | 77 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 510 | 385 | 30 | 24 |
H’West/Cresselly | 6 | 73 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 20 | 509 | 538 | 42 | 36 |
Whitland III | 6 | 53 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 17 | 437 | 436 | 34 | 33 |
Lamphey II | 6 | 52 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 12 | 516 | 529 | 28 | 37 |
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