Sport
Dock fall short in mammoth chase

PEMBROKE DOCK fell just short chasing 301 on Saturday (Jul 13) as their game with Johnston finished in a draw.
Johnston batted first and racked up an outstanding score of 300-9, the highest of any side in the five Divisions.
Things did not start well for Johnston however, as openers Stephen James and Gino Cleal departed early as they were reduced to 25-2.
That became 74-4 as Liam James and Nicholas Davies deaprted cheaply also.
Josh Hicks and Liam Boswell then shared a good fifth wicket stand worth 81 runs as Johnston began to cut loose.
Boswell hit nine fours in his score of 48 but he was then stumped by Scott Griffiths off the bowling of Jake Griffiths.
John Summons and Curtis Hicks were then run out for single figure scores as the Dock hit back.
Hicks and Keegan Codd then shared another good stand before Codd was out on a score of 27 when he was bowled by Nick Daley.
Hicks hit fifteen fours and ten sixes in his superb knock of 157. He was eventually bowled by Niall Brunton but the damage was done as the Dock were set 301 to win the game.
The Dock knew they would need to make a good start if they were to chase that down but they lost Luke Murray early to the bowling of Keegan Codd and Jake Griffiths to the bowling of Liam James on a score of 24.
Nick Daley was also stumped off the bowling of James as they slipped to 44-3.
Scott Griffiths and Archie Wood then shared 57 runs for the fourth wicket but Curtis Hicks struck to have Wood caught by Liam Boswell on a score of 38.
Peter Kingdom was also out to Hicks before Griffiths and Craig Butland shared 82 runs for the sixth wicket.
Butland made a score of 30 and although he was out to the bowling of Liam James, Griffiths carried on to reach his century.
Nicholas Davies ran out Tom Grimwood and had Jamie White as the Dock began to run out of time.
Griffiths hit 25 fours as he finished not out on 126 but it wasn’t enough to see the Dock to victory.
They finished short on 278-8 as both sides settled for an entertaining draw.
Education
Pupils’ multi-sports event hits the target

MORE than 60 pupils have enjoyed trying out a range of different sports in a special
Sport Pembrokeshire event held last month
The event was held at Ysgol Glannau Gwaun with 65 pupils
from Years, 4,5 and 6 and the ALN unit taking part.
The sessions were run by local community clubs and Young Ambassadors from
Ysgol Bro Gwaun with pupils getting to enjoy rugby, cricket, hockey, archery and golf.
Sharon Osborne from Ysgol Glannau Gwaun, said: “Thanks to Sport Pembrokeshire
for organising a fantastic morning of activities for our pupils. They all thoroughly
enjoyed themselves.”
Dan Bellis of Sport Pembrokeshire, added: “A big thanks to Fishguard & Goodwick
Hockey Club, Fishguard and Goodwick Rugby Club and the Young Ambassadors
from Ysgol Bro Gwaun for putting on a fabulous morning of activities in glorious
sunshine!
“A big well done to all the pupils from Ysgol Glannau Gwaun for their effort and
enthusiasm throughout the morning.”
Sport
Cresselly stay top as Lawrenny skittle Llangwm for just 39

Dominant wins across the divisions as league tables begin to take shape
CRESSELLY retained their place at the top of Division 1 of the Thomas Carroll Pembroke County Cricket League with an emphatic eight-wicket win over Burton on Saturday (July 5).
Charlie Arthur led the chase with an unbeaten 65, while Simon Cole ripped through Burton’s batting with 4-8. The reply was brisk, with Cresselly reaching the target in under 18 overs.
Lawrenny produced a bowling masterclass to dismiss Llangwm for just 39. Rob Williams (6-12) and Jamie Lewis (4-23) shared the wickets before Lawrenny cruised to a 10-wicket win.
Herbrandston beat Neyland by 90 runs thanks to a strong showing with bat and ball. Charlie Malloy scored 68 and Jack Nicholas added 51 before Nathan Banner claimed 3-12.
Saundersfoot beat Haverfordwest by 81 runs with Tom Mansbridge taking 4-14 and Nick Cope chipping in with 4-28.
Carew chased down 134 to beat Whitland by three wickets. Brian Hall scored 33, while James Hinchcliffe finished on 28 not out and took 2-36 with the ball.
Division 1 Table
Pos | Team | P | W | L | Bat | Bowl | Pts |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Cresselly | 11 | 10 | 1 | 37 | 47 | 192 |
2 | Carew | 11 | 9 | 2 | 42 | 52 | 186 |
3 | Saundersfoot | 11 | 7 | 4 | 40 | 47 | 164 |
4 | Herbrandston | 11 | 7 | 4 | 36 | 45 | 155 |
5 | Neyland | 11 | 6 | 5 | 35 | 44 | 141 |
6 | Lawrenny | 11 | 6 | 5 | 31 | 45 | 138 |
7 | Whitland | 11 | 4 | 7 | 37 | 32 | 113 |
8 | Burton | 11 | 3 | 8 | 35 | 38 | 103 |
9 | Haverfordwest | 11 | 3 | 8 | 32 | 34 | 98 |
10 | Llangwm | 11 | 0 | 11 | 21 | 20 | 41 |
Division 2 Table
Pos | Team | P | W | L | Bat | Bowl | Pts |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | St Ishmaels | 11 | 9 | 2 | 46 | 51 | 187 |
2 | Pembroke | 11 | 8 | 3 | 53 | 47 | 180 |
3 | Narberth | 11 | 8 | 3 | 50 | 50 | 180 |
4 | Hook | 11 | 8 | 3 | 48 | 41 | 172 |
5 | Llechryd | 11 | 6 | 5 | 42 | 41 | 146 |
6 | Cresselly II | 11 | 6 | 5 | 43 | 29 | 136 |
7 | Johnston | 11 | 5 | 6 | 39 | 42 | 131 |
8 | Carew II | 11 | 3 | 8 | 39 | 38 | 110 |
9 | Llanrhian | 11 | 1 | 10 | 45 | 18 | 73 |
10 | Burton II | 11 | 1 | 10 | 29 | 22 | 61 |
Division 3 Table
Pos | Team | P | W | L | Bat | Bowl | Pts |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Fishguard | 11 | 10 | 1 | 37 | 41 | 186 |
2 | Pembroke Dock | 11 | 9 | 2 | 37 | 50 | 184 |
3 | Lamphey | 11 | 6 | 5 | 38 | 38 | 138 |
4 | Hundleton | 11 | 6 | 5 | 36 | 38 | 138 |
5 | Stackpole | 11 | 5 | 6 | 42 | 35 | 130 |
6 | Haverfordwest II | 11 | 4 | 6 | 44 | 37 | 126 |
7 | Laugharne | 11 | 4 | 6 | 39 | 30 | 114 |
8 | Kilgetty | 11 | 4 | 6 | 42 | 26 | 108 |
9 | Hook II | 11 | 3 | 7 | 34 | 19 | 83 |
10 | Neyland II | 11 | 2 | 9 | 31 | 23 | 74 |
Division 4 Table
Pos | Team | P | W | L | Bat | Bowl | Pts |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Pembroke II | 11 | 10 | 1 | 47 | 47 | 198 |
2 | Saundersfoot II | 11 | 9 | 1 | 44 | 45 | 179 |
3 | St Ishmaels II | 11 | 7 | 4 | 48 | 42 | 160 |
4 | Crymych | 11 | 6 | 4 | 44 | 34 | 138 |
5 | Haverfordwest III | 10 | 4 | 5 | 40 | 33 | 133 |
6 | Lawrenny II | 11 | 5 | 5 | 37 | 38 | 125 |
7 | Carew III | 9 | 4 | 4 | 38 | 26 | 104 |
8 | Llangwm II | 11 | 2 | 9 | 47 | 25 | 92 |
9 | Llanrhian II | 10 | 1 | 8 | 36 | 22 | 88 |
10 | Narberth II | 11 | 2 | 9 | 36 | 22 | 79 |
Division 5 Table
Pos | Team | P | W | L | Bat | Bowl | Pts |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Llechryd II | 11 | 9 | 1 | 43 | 46 | 192 |
2 | Herbrandston II | 11 | 9 | 2 | 43 | 50 | 190 |
3 | Pembroke Dock II | 11 | 7 | 3 | 44 | 39 | 157 |
4 | Whitland II | 9 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 19 | 113 |
5 | Haverfordwest IV | 10 | 3 | 6 | 38 | 26 | 104 |
6 | Hundleton II | 10 | 4 | 5 | 33 | 23 | 100 |
7 | Cresselly III | 10 | 2 | 7 | 41 | 28 | 89 |
8 | Neyland III | 10 | 0 | 10 | 33 | 8 | 40 |
Division 6 Table
Pos | Team | P | W | L | Bat | Bowl | Pts |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Pembroke III | 10 | 7 | 1 | 27 | 36 | 141 |
2 | Llechryd III | 8 | 6 | 1 | 27 | 30 | 137 |
3 | Lamphey II | 10 | 4 | 3 | 27 | 22 | 92 |
4 | Haverfordwest/Cresselly | 10 | 3 | 6 | 21 | 31 | 88 |
5 | Whitland III* | 10 | 3 | 4 | 17 | 24 | 65 |
6 | Kilgetty II | 10 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 14 | 28 |
*Whitland III: 8-point deduction for use of permit players
Sport
Ceredigion praised for hosting memorable Welsh and British Cycling Championships

CEREDIGION has been praised for hosting a memorable National Cycling Championships in the county in collaboration with British Cycling, Welsh Government and Beicio Cymru.
Competitors were warmly welcomed by supporters from Ceredigion and further afield whilst they competed in the various races in Aberaeron and Aberystwyth.
Ceredigion County Council thanked the organisers, sponsors, volunteers and emergency services for their hard work in pulling off this major event successfully and safely.
Council leader, Councillor Bryan Davies said: “It was a pleasure to host the British Cycling Championships in Ceredigion. It places our county on the big stage as a special location to host prestigious first class events like this.

“Professional cyclists came from near and far to brave the roads of Ceredigion which offered the perfect balance between being challenging but also extremely enjoyable. It was great to see so many people visiting our county enjoying all the things our local businesses have to offer. Congratulations to everyone who was part of the event.”
The Beicio Cymru Championship, held on Saturday, included races for Ceredigion school pupils of various ages, organised by Beicio Cymru, Ystwyth Cycling and Ceredigion Actif.
Jonathan Day, British Cycling Events managing director, said: “It has been a phenomenal Lloyds National Road Championships with three days of incredible racing in Ceredigion.
“Aberaeron and Aberystwyth have been great hosts of this prestigious event, laying on fantastic courses for our riders which has led to some entertaining races.
“More than anything, events like this really show the legacy and impact of hosting championships in these areas. We have seen lots of young people out on the courses cheering on the riders, seeing the country’s best riders up close.

“The support has been brilliant, so we would like to extend out thanks to the Welsh Government, Ceredigion Council and all our stakeholders who assisted in successfully delivering the Championships.”
Welsh Government Minister with responsibility for sport, Jack Sargeant, said: “It was a real pleasure to welcome the Lloyds National Road Championships to Wales. Congratulations to Ceredigion on hosting such a prestigious event so well.
“The Welsh success in the elite women’s time trial with Zoe Backstedt’s magnificent victory, combined with the participation of over 200 youngsters in associated community events, will have helped inspire a new audience to enjoy cycling.
“This championship has delivered an exciting opportunity to see the next generation of British and Welsh talent in action, as we continue in our preparations to host a stage of the Tour de France in 2027.
“Events like this showcase Wales as a world-class destination for cycling and demonstrate the positive impact that sport can have on our communities.”
Cover image: Circuit Race Open on Aberystwyth Promenade (Image credit: SWpix)
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