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Mariners take derby spoils

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7 years ago

October 28, 2018

MILFORD HAVEN inflicted a first defeat of the season on league leaders Neyland as they beat them 21-15 in a typical derby clash at the Athletic Ground on Saturday (Oct 27).

It was an excellent game with both sides showing plenty of commitment with some strong tackles and determination to get one over on their rivals.

A good crowd also gathered for the game and they saw George Evans put the home side ahead with an early penalty, (3-0).

They thought they had added to their lead when Richard Jones went over in the corner but play had been called back for an infringement at the lineout.

The Mariners looked to get themselves on the board and began to dominate the scrums, pushing Neyland back on numerous occasions.

With twenty minutes gone, the ball was worked from a scrum to former All Black Steve Martin whose pass was knocked on deliberately according to the referee who marched under the posts to award a penalty try before sending the offending Patrick Bellerby to the sinbin, (3-7).

Possession switched back and forth between the two sides as Neyland had a chance with a 5-metre scrum but it was Milford’s Dan Birch who emerged with the ball before being halted by a good tackle.

Alex Codd then tried his luck for the home side with a gutsy run but his pass wasn’t taken and was knocked on.

Milford then made their way into Neyland territory before being tackled out of play. The resulting throw went to a Milford player and the ball was eventually played out to David Round who barged over for the try. Dan McLelland then added the extra two points, (3-14).

The Mariners again won the ball back off a Neyland scrum but there was no further score before half time.

Both sides traded tries at the start of the second half with Bellerby scoring for the All Blacks while Evan Morgan scored for the visitors, (8-21).

Bellerby then broke and passed to Codd but his pass went backwards before being knocked on.

As Neyland looked to get back in the game, both sides upped their play but a late tackle on a Neyland player sparked a confrontation between players while a Neyland coach attending to their player also voiced his dissatisfaction with the challenge.

After all had calmed down two Neyland players, Sam Cataki and Owain Evans, were sent to the sinbin before Milford were marched forward by the referee.

The resulting play saw Milford again pushed themselves forward and they thought they had scored a try only for it to be disallowed for a knock on.

From a second scrum, Milford again pushed and looked to have scored again but were penalised once more for not binding properly.

Those two reprieves kept Neyland in the game and they then went up the other end, despite being down to 13 men, with George Evans finding Henry McBeth who returned the ball to Evans who duly ran in under the posts. Evans then added the extras to bring the All Blacks within six points, (15-21).

Lee Riley then came close for the home side but his run was halted by another good tackle.

Neyland’s two players in the bin then came back on before a late tackle by David Round, seen this time by the referee, resulted in him being shown a yellow card.

The home side pushed for a late score but were kept out by a combination of good Milford defending and a couple of errors and meant they were unable to find a winning score.

Both sides now take a break from league action as Wales kick off their autumn internationals. The sides return to action on November 10 as Neyland travel to Haverfordwest while Milford Haven welcome Llanybydder.

Related Topics:All Blacks derby League 3 West A Mariners Milford Haven Neyland Rugby

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AN EXTRAORDINARY cup tie unfolded at Grenig Park as Cwmamman United and Tenby AFC shared a breathless 3-3 draw, before the hosts edged through 3–2 on penalties.

Tenby struck almost instantly, with Lloyd Hughes finding the net inside the opening minute. Cwm hit back on 14 minutes when Cam Isaac produced a superb finish to level the tie, but Joe Leahy restored Tenby’s lead before the break – a goal that for long spells looked like it might settle the contest.

Deep into stoppage time, however, Cwmamman refused to accept defeat. In the 100th minute, Jackson Brereton pounced to smash home an equaliser and force extra time.

The drama only intensified. Tenby were awarded a hotly disputed penalty in the 114th minute, converted confidently by Hughes. The spot-kick also saw Cwm’s Kieran Rees – who had been excellent alongside Kai O’Donnell at the heart of the defence – shown a red card.

But with virtually the last kick of the game, Cwm’s goalkeeper Kai Rees strode forward for a final desperate attack and unleashed a stunning 25-yard volley to make it 3-3, sparking wild celebrations around the ground.

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South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association – Week Twelve results

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4 hours ago

December 14, 2025

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A PACKET week of fixtures in the South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association’s Friendly League saw key wins at both ends of the table as teams continue to jostle for position going into the second half of the season.

Match results (Week 12):

Hundleton 10–0 Lamphey
Badgers 2–8 St Johns
Reynalton 0–10 Carew
Kilgetty 8–2 East Williamston
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A previously postponed fixture was also completed, with St Twynnells drawing 5–5 with Reynaltón.

League table (after Week 12):
East Williamston remain top, having played 10 and won eight, with a strong shots difference of +125. Reynaltón sit second after 11 games with 58 points, while St Johns and Hundleton follow closely behind on 54 points each.

At the mid-table mark, Carew (49 points), St Twynnells (48) and Kilgetty (46) remain tightly grouped. Badgers, Lamphey, Llanteg and Cosheston make up the lower order, though the number of games played varies, leaving room for movement in the coming weeks.

Full standings:

Team	P	W	D	L	S/D	Points
East Williamston	10	8	0	2	+125	72
Reynaltón	11	5	2	4	+35	58
St Johns	10	5	1	4	+32	54
Hundleton	10	5	1	4	-2	54
Carew	9	5	0	4	-25	49
St Twynnells	10	4	2	4	-34	48
Kilgetty	11	5	0	6	-44	46
Badgers	11	3	1	7	-59	45
Lamphey	11	5	0	6	-10	44
Llanteg	8	4	0	4	-5	41
Cosheston	9	3	1	5	-13	40

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Players from the U7s through to the U16s Eagles have been highlighted for their work rate, teamwork and commitment on the pitch, with coaches praising the effort shown by all who took part.

The club said the selections recognise not only individual performances but the dedication shown by players at training and during matches throughout the season.

Parents and supporters were quick to share their congratulations online, with particular praise for U12s players George Bentley and Tom Wheeler, who impressed during their fixture.

Team of the Week – 14 December 2025

U7s: Ollie Bromham & Arthur Slee
U8s: Theo Headland & Lyla Phillips
U9s: Theo Canton & George Thornton
U10s: Rhys Davies
U10s Eagles: Frankie Campbell
U11s: Griff Jenkins & Ollie Edwards
U12s: George Bentley & Tom Wheeler
U12s Eagles: Cyra Ellis
U15s: Logan Keane
U16s Eagles: Laura Cichon

Coaches thanked players and families for their continued support as Haverfordwest RFC moves through the winter fixtures, saying the positivity around the club remains a key part of its success.