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Burton seal title and return to Division 1

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BURTON sealed their return to Division 1 on Saturday (Aug 20) as they beat Johnston by 56 runs.

The result also secured the Division 2 title for Burton and afterwards they celebrated a successful season which saw their ladies win the Cup and their second team win Division 4.

Going into the game, Burton were just two points ahead of nearest challengers Herbrandston and knew if they didn’t win their game, Herbie could have won the title.

Johnston won the toss on Saturday and they chose to field. Burton went on to score 226-8 from their 45 overs.

Toby Hayman and Richard James opened up with 45 runs but Gary James made the breakthrough as he had Richard James caught by Lewis Boswell on a score of 25.

Hayman and Jonathan Venables added another 40 runs for the second wicket before Venables was also caught by Boswell off the bowling of James on a score of 21.

Toby Hayman had hit seven four in his score of 38 but he was then caught by Darren Lewis off the bowling of James.

Luke Hayman scored 10 but he was bowled by James and soon after Lee Summons had Martin James caught by Boswell.

That saw Burton slip to 99-5 and it was soon 123-6 as Morgan Scale was caught by Josh Hicks off the bowling of Nick Davies on a score of 14.

James Davies scored 15 but he was then bowled by Summons as Burton were reduced to 142-7.

However, Robert Webb and Dan Ridge batted well, sharing 84 runs for the eighth wicket.

Ridge cracked two sixes and six fours in his score of 46 but he was then caught by Chris Fitzpatrick off the bowling of Johnny Summons.

It left Webb unbeaten on a score of 44 that included seven fours. That meant that Johnston would need 227 to win the game.

Chris Fitzpatrick and Lee Summons shared 46 runs for Johnston at the start of their reply but Fitzpatrick was the first to fall as he was bowled by Luke Hayman.

Summons and Josh Hicks added another 41 runs for the second wicket but Hicks was then trapped leg before by Morgan Scale.

Summons then reached his half century but Lewis Boswell was bowled by Scale on a score of 11.

Gary James then fell to the bowling of Dan Ridge who then also bowled Keegan Codd.

Inbetween those wickets was the wicket of Summons who had reached a score of 85 after hitting eight fours and three sixes. Morgan Scale bowled him and the wicket of Codd soon after left Johnston on 154-6.

That soon became 155-7 as Johnny Summons was run out by Iestyn Evans.

Gethin Bateman was then caught by Toby Hayman off the bowling of Ridge who then also took the wicket of Emma Summons.

James Davies then bowled Darren Lewis to bring the game to a close and the Burton celebrations could begin.

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All football in Wales postponed as Storm Darragh threatens severe disruption

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THE FAW has announced the postponement of all football matches scheduled for Saturday, December 7, as Storm Darragh is set to bring life-threatening conditions to the country.

The decision follows a rare red weather warning issued by the Met Office, forecasting winds of up to 90mph and heavy rainfall across Wales and parts of southwestern England. This is the first red alert since Storm Isha in January, with forecasters warning of extensive disruption, including potential damage to buildings, power outages, and severe flooding.

An FAW spokesperson said:
“The Met Office has issued red, amber, and yellow weather warnings for the vast majority of Wales due to Storm Darragh, which is expected to bring damaging winds and heavy rain, causing significant disruption and danger to life.

“It is not safe to drive in such weather, including travelling to and from football matches. Being outside in high winds increases the risk of injury, and the Met Office advises people to stay indoors if possible.

“Clubs have been advised to check for and secure any loose items around their grounds if it can be done safely. This includes bins, furniture, goalposts, and fences.”

Precautions and ongoing assessments

The FAW confirmed that matches scheduled for Friday, December 6, and Sunday, December 8, will be reviewed individually, depending on league policies and updated weather conditions.

The Met Office has also issued a yellow warning for rain in Wales from 3:00pm today until midday tomorrow, alongside two amber warnings for wind on Saturday. Rhondda Cynon Taf, where severe flooding affected between 200 and 300 properties during Storm Bert last month, is among the areas bracing for renewed challenges.

Residents are urged to prepare for potential disruptions and stay informed of weather updates. Storm Darragh’s impact is expected to be one of the most severe weather events in recent months, underscoring the importance of adhering to safety advisories.

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Football: Manderwood Second Division Cup, Round 1 (Nov 30, 2024)

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Carew 0 – 7 Neyland
NEYLAND stormed into the next round with an emphatic 7-0 triumph over Carew. Max Bowman-Davies stole the show with a hat-trick, supported by two goals from Alfie Crawford. Joe Gale and Dylan James rounded off the scoring in a match dominated by Neyland from start to finish. Carew struggled to contain their visitors’ relentless attacking display.

Monkton Swifts 3 – 0 Broad Haven
Monkton Swifts advanced comfortably, beating Broad Haven 3-0. Rhys Sture set the tone with an early goal, followed by a strike from Phil John to double the lead. Rudy Poole capped off the win with a penalty, ensuring a clean sheet for the Swifts and a place in the next round.

Fishguard Sports 7 – 0 Solva
Fishguard Sports delivered a commanding performance, crushing Solva 7-0. Ieuan Llewellyn netted twice, while Jack Griffiths, Luke Thomas, Greg Hughes, Anthony Couzens, and Adam Lawrence each added a goal. Solva had no answers to the relentless attack from the home side.

Narberth P-P Johnston
The fixture between Narberth and Johnston was postponed and will be rescheduled.

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Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League – Division 1 Roundup

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Goodwick United 7 – Monkton Swifts 2
GOODWICK UNITED extended their lead at the top of the table with a commanding 7-2 victory over Monkton Swifts. Rhys Dalling was the standout performer, netting four goals, including a stunning solo effort to complete his hat-trick. Goodwick led 2-1 at half-time thanks to goals from Kieran Blundell and Rhys Jones. The second half saw an attacking masterclass as Jonny Horgan added two more before Dalling rounded off the scoring. Monkton Swifts managed a brilliant 25-yard strike from Connor Davies but were unable to contend with Goodwick’s relentless firepower.

Clarbeston Road 4 – Carew 4
A dramatic 4-4 draw unfolded as Carew snatched a stoppage-time equaliser at Clarbeston Road. Marcus Griffiths gave Carew an early lead, but Laurie Haworth and Ben John turned the game in favour of the hosts by half-time. Leon Davies’ brace put Carew back in front, but goals from Matthew Davies and a second from Haworth saw the Road edge ahead once more. Zac Rowell salvaged a crucial point for Carew in the dying seconds, lifting them out of the relegation zone in a pulsating encounter.

Hakin United 2 – St Ishmaels 0
Hakin United climbed to second in the standings with a solid 2-0 victory over St Ishmaels. The Vikings took control early, with Ryan Wilson opening the scoring with a spectacular long-range effort. Liam Parks doubled the lead with a close-range finish. Despite dominating the game, Hakin couldn’t extend their advantage further. The result pushed St Ishmaels into the relegation zone after a tough outing.

Pennar Robins 3 – Milford United 1
Pennar Robins overturned a first-half deficit to secure a 3-1 win against Milford United. Milford took the lead just before the break through Jack Dyer, despite Pennar dominating possession. Ben Adams equalised early in the second half, followed by a stunning finish from Cameron Brunton to put the hosts ahead. Luke Phillips sealed the victory with a late penalty. Milford goalkeeper Charlie Malloy put in an impressive display, but his heroics couldn’t prevent the defeat.

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