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Sisay strikes to earn a point for Bluebirds against Bont

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Alhagi Touray Sisay struck 10 minutes from time to earn Haverfordwest County a deserved point against Pen-y-Bont in an entertaining 2-2 draw under the Ogi Bridge Meadow lights on Friday night (Jan 28).

Ricky Watts finished off a well-worked move to give the Bluebirds the lead after just seven minutes, but the visitors hit back with goals from Ben Ahmun and captain Kane Owen.

There was late drama though as substitute Touray Sisay popped up to equalise late on and send the home crowd wild, with the result a fair reflection of a back-and-forth affair between two teams who refused to sit back.

Interim manager Gary Richards made two changes – both injury-enforced – to the side that drew 1-1 with Newtown last week, with Watts and Ben Fawcett coming into the side in place of Kyle Patten and Kieran Lewis.

Bont had the first effort on goal when Nathan Wood’s shot from distance went comfortably wide of the left post, but the Bluebirds were ahead just two minutes later.

After winning the ball back in midfield, a couple of quick passes gave Jack Wilson the space to find Danny Williams with a line-breaking pass. The midfielder laid it off to Fawcett whose ball across goal found Watts at the back post, and he made no mistake to prod in from close range and give County the perfect start.

The visitors were level five minutes later when Ahmun rose highest to get his head to a high ball, generating just enough power to take it past Lee Idzi in the Bluebirds goal.

Fawcett saw his low strike saved at the near post by Ashley Morris as County looked to retake the lead, before Idzi rushed off his line to thwart Sam Snaith after Bont had won back possession.

Jordan Davies tried his luck from a tight angle as the chances continued to come for the hosts, but Pen-y-Bont were ahead moments later when Owen’s free-kick from the right touchline beat everyone to find the far corner.

Both side’s had a couple of opportunities in the early stages of the second-half, but the key moment came when Touray Sisay was introduced from the bench, with the striker coming on in place of goalscorer Watts.

With the Bluebirds pushing forward, an excellent through ball from substitute Henry Jones – who was making his first appearance since injuring his knee in October – picked out Jazz Richards, and his ball into the area found an unmarked Touray Sisay who struck a curling effort into the right corner to spark wild celebrations.

County drop down a place to 11th in Cymru Premier after Aberystwyth Town’s 5-0 win over Cefn Druids. However, with back-to-back games against the Seasiders up next, the bottom half of the table could have a very different look in the weeks ahead.

The Bluebirds make the trip to Aber on Tuesday (February 1), with the 20:00 kick-off being shown live on Sgorio’s Facebook page and YouTube channel, as the Black and Greens celebrate becoming the first team to play 1000 matches in the Cymru Premier.

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Rugby Weekly – Tenby’s promotion push continues

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It’s crunch time for all rugby clubs around the county, whether promotion is their aim or fighting relegation or even just trying to improve their league position, it’s now or never. 

Last weekend saw an important win for Fishguard in division two west which should put any relegation fears to bed completely. James Griffiths added an impressive 18 points for the Seagulls as they defeated Nantgaredig 33-19. 

Elsewhere in the second division, Milford were beaten 32-8 by a good Lampeter outfit. The Mariners are still a little too close for comfort with the drop zone but should have enough quality to see them safe. 

At the other end of the table Tenby sit in second place and have played fewer games than leaders St Clears and third place Lampeter. They won impressively again last weekend, beating Pontyberem 64-19 at Haywood Lane. Fletcher Broadhurst impressed with two tries as did Hywel Baker who also grabbed himself a brace. Another excellent performance in an outstanding season so far in which promotion would be the absolute icing on the cake. 

In Division Three West, Pembroke were well beaten by Laugharne 74-15 in which the outstanding Liam Price and Nico Setaro both crossed the whitewash 4 teams a piece. The latter also added 7 successful conversions. 

There was a local derby at Pill Parks where Llangwm hosted Pembroke Dock Quins and it was an exciting clash. The visitors won narrowly 28-23, Craig Barnett and Gethin Bradney both scored two tries for the Quins. The Wasps battled hard and will be proud of their performance, Gethin Thomas impressed for the hosts with two tries of his own but it wasn’t enough to secure the points. 

St David’s hosted the high flying Cardigan outfit and were unable to score in reply to the visitors 20 points, with it ending 20-0. The Saints however won’t be losing too much sleep over it as they have had a great season so far. 

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Crunch time – Pembrokeshire Division 1 Round Up

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An important round of fixtures last weekend, saw Fishguard’s fate in theory sealed if not mathematically. Neyland join them in the relegation places and look unlikely to be able to escape them now. While the Seasiders moved up to fourth, in what is an excellent return to Pembrokeshire’s top flight.

Noir’s men won 2-1 over Monkton Swifts, in a win that puts Tenby on 28 points in fourth but level on points with the Bridge who sit in third. Goals from two of their star players ensured the three points, with Darryl Mansbridge and Adam Muskett finding the back of the net.

Meanwhile, Hakin saw off ten men Pennar 3-1 who lost Connor Roberts a key player to a red card after just 29 minutes. Frustration got the better of manager Carl Vincent who also saw red near the end.

Carew came out on top of a five goal thriller away at Fishguard Sports who now look to be all but relegated. The visitors played a large portion of the game with ten men after losing keeper Harries to a red card just before the interval. It ended 3-2 with the visitors taking the points thanks to goals from a Hinchcliffe brace and Morgan.

In the six pointer at the foot of the table, it ended up being a single point for both teams. Neyland and Kilgetty couldn’t be separated as they drew 2-2, a result that is far more damaging for Neyland than Kilgetty. Neyland now sit three points behind Kilgetty but having played four games more than them. A win for Kilgetty in their remaining seven games would mean Neyland have to win at least two of their remaining three games which seems unlikely.

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The Treble is on – Goodwick win again.

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Goodwick went into their visit to Merlins Bridge in the Senior Cup as firm favourites, against a Bridge side capable of causing an upset. However there was no magic of the cup on this occasion for the Wizards.

Goodwick put five past the hosts and made sure it was a comfortable afternoon for them as they’ve become very used to lately. A brace a piece for Dalling and Haworth along with a Horgan goal sealed the deal for O’Sullivans men.

Another dominant display for an excellent outfit, who were missing a key player in Rhys Jones although their strength in depth was really demonstrated here. The treble must now be on everyone’s minds even if they don’t want to talk about it too much yet. You definitely wouldn’t bet against this team right now.

The win means Goodwick are into their second semi final of the season, ahead of their huge clash with Penlan in the West Wales Cup semi final on the 2nd of April.

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