Sport
Hook face Kilgetty in Under 11s final

THE Pembroke County Cricket Junior League Under 11s final takes place tonight (Jul 22) and will see Hook take on Kilgetty.
Both sides played their respective semi-finals last week which saw Hook beat Llechryd while Kilgetty beat Neyland.
The Under 11s final takes place in Hook and starts at 6pm.
Hook too good for Llechryd
Hook U11s (310-7) beat Llechryd U11s (276-1)
ON a perfect evening in West Wales, both teams played out a tremendous game of cricket and demonstrated excellent skill with bat and ball. Llechryd fielded a young, talented side after skipper Ifan won the toss and decided to have a bowl first.
The decision paid dividends as Ellis took a double-wicket maiden with his first over. He clean bowled the Hook openers, Dylan James (11 runs) with the first ball of the match and followed up with another clean bowled in the same over, dismissing Manny Davies (12 runs), returning figures of 2 for 19 off 2.
Not to be outdone, Flo (1-19) took a wicket with his first ball, before Manny Davies and Dylan James steadied the ship to get Hook back in to positive figures with some excellent stroke play including 6 boundaries between them.
As the dark clouds above looked ominous, this was the calm before the storm. Callum Nutty (7 runs) and Oscar Willington entered proceedings with the later amassing 41 runs off just 15 balls, including five 4s and three 6s – one of the 6s almost landed in the adjacent school playground, a huge hit at any age level of Cricket.
This partnership of 48 runs propelled Hook to a decent total halfway through their innings. Delme (2-11) bowled exceptionally well, with disciplined line and length, pressuring the Hook batsmen into a second run that was almost on, until some sharp fielding by Llechryd denied them.
Delme gathered the ball well from the throw and took the bails off with ease.
It should be mentioned at this point that all the Llechryd players fielded tremendously well with some excellent ground fielding, taking their catches and backing-up making sure any wayward throws were gathered.
With the scoreboard ticking over nicely, William Harries (23) and Dylan Goodridge (6) kept the momentum up, adding 35 runs between them. William Harries in fine form once again, nudged the ball into the gaps for three 4s, before effortlessly placing the ball straight down the ground for a maximum.
Dexter kept nagging away at off-stump and eventually got his reward, bowling Harries off the last ball of his over, returning figures of 1 for 18 off 2. A quick change of personnel behind the stumps, saw Ifan have a bowl at the last pair of Hook batsmen.
Ifan bowled with a lot of skill and excellent technique, only allowing the batsmen to nudge him for a few singles and one boundary in his spell of 1 for 7 off 2. Jack Thomas (3) and Rhys Phelps (16) added 13 vital runs at the end as Llechryd picked up 2 wickets, with Delme once again showing his class by bowling Thomas with the last ball of the innings.
The Llechryd openers, comprising of Ifan (8) and Japp (14) got off to a flyer, adding 21 off their first 4 overs. Oscar Willington bowled with excellent control and pace, taking the only wicket of the Llechryd innings, returning figures of 1 for 4 off 2.
Ellis (4) and Delme continued to build on the great start and between them added 27 vital runs, with the later scoring 20 runs, including four 4s. At the halfway stage of the Llechryd innings they were on track to pass Hooks final score.
However, although no wickets fell, the Hook bowling trio of Rhys Phelps, Jack Thomas and Dylan Goodridge bowled with discipline and control, only allowing 17 runs during the third pairing. Evan (9) and Dexter (3) played with a straight bat and defended their wickets well.
With the batting side requiring 46 runs to win from the final pair, once again the Hook bowlers showed a lot of mettle, restricting Llechryd to just 11 runs from 4 overs. Callum Nutty bowled the innings only maiden over with some recently acquired wrist spin deliveries (obviously doesn’t get that from his Dad!) and once again Jack Thomas bowled superbly well going for 1 run off the penultimate over of the match.
It was down to Manny Davies, the youngest player in the Hook team to bowl the final over. He grasped the responsibility with both hands and showed real maturity to get the job done. The last pair of Flo (4) and Osian (7) fought to the end, defended their wickets well, but eventually came up short of the total.
Llechryd demonstrated that they are certainly a team to watch out for over the next few seasons with so many young talented players coming through.
Credit to Jonny Lewis for his coaching efforts and it was a pleasure to be part of such a great game of cricket played in great spirit.
The players even enjoyed homemade cakes, biscuits, cookies and gallons of squash at halftime.
Good luck to Hook in the Final, who will be looking to right a few wrongs after losing out to Lawrenny last season.
Well done to all involved with Junior Cricket this season in Pembrokeshire, without dedicated volunteers the kids would not have all these fantastic opportunities to express themselves through the medium of sport.
Kilgetty hold off Neyland
Kilgetty 265-5 beat Neyland 211-4
A SUNNY evening at Kilgetty Cricket Club was the perfect venue for Monday’s under 11’s semi-final between the home team, Kilgetty, and their visitors Neyland, in a sixteen over match.
Kilgetty came into the game full of confidence having won all six of their group games and started well with Kiaran and Lewis hitting 13 runs off the opening two overs. Neyland fought back hard though, and some accurate bowling saw them take five quick wickets to leave Kilgetty with a disappointing total of 221 at the halfway stage.
Euan and Morgan took the field next and steadied the ship by adding another 15 runs with no further losses.
Then a hugely important last pairing saw Madoc snatch lots of quick singles whilst Logan went for the boundary with a series of powerful strikes. The result was an extra 29 runs in four overs giving Kilgetty a very respectable total of 265.
After a short break and a well-earned burger from the barbecue, both teams took to the field again. Neyland began with a couple of strong pairings and quickly piled on the runs.
Euan took one wicket and Morgan grabbed two more to peg them back slightly but after nine overs Neyland were on 245 and well ahead of where Kilgetty had been at the same stage.
The visitors score could have been even higher had it not been for some excellent wicket keeping from Dylan who kept the run rate down, refusing to let a ball get past his gloves.
Then, just as the large crowd of home supporters were starting to fear the worst, a fabulous spell of bowling from Jamie and Kiaran saw the game turn on its head. A stunning five wicket haul in three overs left Neyland in disarray as the Kilgetty boys leaped around the field in joy.
From that point on there was only going to be one winner and Kilgetty produced a ruthless finish. Logan dismissed three opponents in a single over and Kiaran and Jamie picked up a couple more to finish things off in style and secure a win by 54 runs.
Overall it was a fabulous team effort and Kilgetty take a deserved place in the final.
Sport
Division Two title race intensifies as Narberth lead the charge

WITH the season entering its final stretch, the Division Two title race is heating up. Narberth remain the team to beat, sitting comfortably at the top with 47 points from 18 games, while Hakin United Reserves and Fishguard Sports continue their pursuit.
Can anyone stop Narberth?
Narberth’s dominance has been undeniable, winning 15 of their 18 matches with an impressive +59 goal difference. With just four games remaining, they are in pole position for the title, but any slip-ups could open the door for their challengers.
Fishguard Sports, with two games in hand, sit on 39 points. Wins in both would put them just two points behind the leaders, making their upcoming fixtures crucial. Hakin United Reserves (40 points) are also in the mix but have played the same number of games as Narberth, meaning they would need a near-perfect run to stay in contention.
Promotion battle heats up
With the top two teams likely earning promotion, the fight for second place remains fierce. Fishguard Sports have a chance to leapfrog Hakin United Reserves, while Merlins Bridge II (33 points) and Camrose (31 points) will need a strong finish if they are to break into the top two.
Mid-table tussle
Neyland (27 points) and Johnston (25 points) are battling for position in the upper half of the table. Johnston, with games in hand, could push further up if they put together a strong run. Solva (18 points) are clear of the relegation zone but have struggled for consistency.
Relegation battle
Broad Haven (4 points) remain winless after 17 matches and look destined for the drop. Lawrenny (11 points) and Monkton Swifts Reserves (13 points) are also in trouble, with Carew Reserves (15 points) only slightly better off. All three will need a strong finish to avoid finishing in the bottom two.
This weekend’s fixtures
- Solva vs Fishguard Sports – A crucial game for Fishguard, who need a win to keep the pressure on at the top.
- Camrose vs Neyland – A mid-table battle, with both teams looking to secure a top-six finish.
- Narberth vs Johnston (Second Division Cup) – League leaders Narberth will be aiming to keep their cup hopes alive while maintaining momentum in the title race.
Sport
Pennar Robins punish wasteful Wizards

Merlins Bridge 1 – Pennar Robins 4
PENNAR Robins capitalized on their chances to secure a convincing 4-1 victory over Merlins Bridge at the Pembrokeshire Sports Village. Despite an entertaining contest, the home side struggled to convert their opportunities, while Pennar were ruthless in front of goal.
The visitors struck first in the 16th minute when Jamie Wilkes latched onto Nick Willis’ through ball and expertly lobbed goalkeeper James Dickson. Merlins Bridge responded just before halftime as Josh Thomas weaved through the defence and finished into the far corner.
However, Pennar quickly regained the lead on the stroke of halftime when Cameron Brunton’s cross was met by Ben Adams, whose volley deflected off Dickson and into the net.
Merlins Bridge pushed for an equaliser early in the second half, with Jordan Thomas heading against the crossbar, but Pennar took control in the 67th minute as Adams capitalized on a poor back pass to round Dickson and tap into an empty net. Wilkes sealed the victory in the 89th minute, running onto Liam Williams’ pass to complete his brace.

Cope inspires Kilgetty to victory over Herbrandston
Herbrandston 0 – Kilgetty 4
KILGETTY captain Richard Cope led by example, scoring twice in a dominant 4-0 victory over Herbrandston. The visitors found the net twice in each half to secure their seventh win of the season, while Herbrandston remain without a point.
Cope opened the scoring in the 28th minute before Lloyd Hughes doubled Kilgetty’s lead just before the break. The visitors remained in control after halftime, with Cope grabbing his second soon after the restart. Jordan Gorman then made it 4-0 in the 56th minute, drilling home to cap off an impressive display.
Despite the scoreline, Herbrandston battled well in the final half-hour, but Kilgetty’s win moves them six points clear of the relegation zone.

Goodwick see off determined Clarbeston Road
Goodwick United 3 – Clarbeston Road 1
TITLE-chasing Goodwick United continued their strong campaign with a 3-1 win over a determined Clarbeston Road at Phoenix Park.
Jonny Horgan gave Goodwick the lead in the 29th minute, finishing clinically after good work from Scott Delaney and Alex Thomas. The hosts extended their advantage in the 59th minute when Rhys Jones was fouled inside the box, allowing Thomas to convert from the penalty spot.
Clarbeston Road pulled a goal back in the 73rd minute through Jamie Griffiths, who fired home after a scramble in the box, but Goodwick restored their two-goal cushion just five minutes later. Delaney’s curling effort from 20 yards found the top corner to seal the points for the home side.
The win keeps Goodwick in the hunt for the title, while Clarbeston Road remain in mid-table, showing resilience despite the defeat.
Sport
Rugby: Division 4 West Round-Up

St Davids Extend Winning Streak
St Davids 17 – Teirw Crymych 0
ST DAVIDS secured their fourth consecutive victory with a dominant 17-0 win over Teirw Crymych. Playing in challenging conditions, the home side used their set-piece superiority to control the contest.
Centre Harvey Lavin opened the scoring in the first half, finishing off a well-crafted move orchestrated by captain Nathan Foster and centre George Raymond. Bob Froy added the conversion, giving St Davids a 7-0 lead at the break.

After halftime, full-back Mike Gurney extended the advantage with a penalty. Teirw Crymych had a chance to close the gap, but fly-half Nick Bevan missed a penalty attempt. The visitors enjoyed a strong spell but were undone by errors at crucial moments.
St Davids sealed the win when outside half Ben Joyce kicked a penalty to the corner, setting up a try for hooker Rhys Price. Crymych had a late opportunity to score, but a knock-on near the try line ended their hopes.
Pembroke Retain Palmer Cup
Pembroke 42 – Llangwm 21
Pembroke retained the Palmer Cup with a commanding 42-21 victory over Llangwm. Having won the first leg by five points, Pembroke started aggressively, crossing for three tries within the opening ten minutes.
Llangwm fought back, narrowing the deficit to 20-6 at halftime. They briefly took a 21-20 lead in the second half while Pembroke were down to 13 men due to yellow cards.
However, Pembroke responded emphatically in the final stages, scoring several tries to pull away. Will Edwards scored the standout try of the match, with prop Dan Gosnold also adding his name to the scoresheet.
Neyland Run Riot Against Llanybydder
Neyland 60 – Llanybydder 12
League leaders Neyland delivered a dominant display, running in ten tries in a 60-12 demolition of Llanybydder. The home side established a 28-0 halftime lead before adding six more tries in the second period.
Ben Williams led the scoring with a hat-trick, while Owen Hamer crossed twice. Llanybydder managed two tries in the third quarter but struggled to contain Neyland’s relentless attack.
Narberth Athletic Gain Revenge Over Dreigiau Emlyn
Narberth Athletic 39 – Dreigiau Emlyn 11
Narberth Athletic avenged their early-season defeat to Dreigiau Emlyn with a convincing 39-11 victory. The hosts ran in six tries and restricted their opponents to just one in the second half.
Narberth took control with two first-half tries, while Dreigiau Emlyn replied with two penalties. After the break, Narberth’s defense held firm, and they finished strongly, scoring four more tries. Shane Rossiter added two conversions and a penalty, with Iwan Thomas also slotting a conversion on his return to action.
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