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Rugby Round Up 11/11/23

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Narberth claimed top spot in the Championship on Saturday with a win over Llangennech 44-15. This was thanks largely to an excellent hat-rick from pacy winger Dean James. Aled Rees and Ifan Phillips also crossed the whitewash for the Otters as well as captain Powell. While Rogers continued his good for with the boot, the outside half kicked four conversions and two penalties. The result puts the Otters top with 33 points and 3 points clear of both Brecon and Llangennech themselves.

Meanwhile staying in the Championship but further north in the county, Crymych beat Maesteg Quins 33-24, to continue their impressive start to the season. The result lifts Crymych to fourth in the league in their first season in the Championship this is an excellent season so far. Tries for the hosts came from a brace from both Eilir George and Tomos Phillips, substitute forward Dan Page also crossing the line.

In the second division, there was contrasting fortunes for the Pembrokeshire based teams. Tenby who are absolutely flying continued this vain of form with a 32-20 win over Nantgaredig. Broadhurst, Baker, Allen and Brown all contributing with tries, while Lloyd Thomas was reliable as always with the boot. It’s five wins from five now for the Heywood Lane team and they will be delighted with how things are going so far. Elsewhere Fishguard and Milford Haven were on the wrong end of results. They were both beaten fairly comfortably Fishguard losing 31-7 on the road to Lampeter, while Mumbles beat Milford Haven 43-7, with James Trueman’s try and conversion the only score for the Mariners. They sit third from bottom and have played more games than both, Amman United and Tycroes who sit below them, they will be wanting to pick up a few wins before Christmas.

In the third division Haverfordwest continue to go from strength to strength, as they beat local rivals Llangwm 36-10. A fairly inexperienced Llangwm team battled hard but didn’t have the quality to match the blues. Llangwm are always up for this derby match, however players such as Lee Summons, Mikey Jones, Jamie Zambass and the returning Gareth John have played in enough of these derbies to know what to expect. The quality and the experience of the blues showed, however the Wasps fought till the end, Ieuan Power, Phil Llewelyn and Ashley James all showing plenty of determination. On the score sheet for the hosts were Lee Summons, Gareth John, Mike Phillips and Mike Griffiths. A good display of local rugby played in a great competitive spirit.

In the other derby of the day Neyland triumphed over struggling Pembroke upon their return to division three. A well deserved win for the All Blacks on the road. George Evans and Mark James playing key roles in the 24-14 win for the visitors. As we touched on worrying times for Pembroke who would have expected more wins on the board at this stage of the season.

Finally St Davids picked up a good win against Pembroke Dock Quins, winning 36-17. As predicted St Davids pack were dominant, and it was a key factor in the end result. Saints will be looking to use this victory as a platform to kick on for the next few weeks.


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IRONMAN 70.3 Swansea to make Welsh history this weekend

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World-class triathletes descend on South Wales as Swansea hosts its first-ever IRONMAN Pro Series event

WALES will play host to a major milestone in triathlon history this weekend as IRONMAN 70.3 Swansea becomes the first-ever IRONMAN Pro Series event to take place on Welsh soil.

The race, held on Sunday (July 13), marks the twelfth stop on the 2025 global tour and is expected to draw thousands of spectators to the Swansea seafront. More than 60 professional athletes and over 2,500 age-group competitors will take part in the prestigious swim-bike-run event.

Among the elite contenders is reigning Swansea champion Harry Palmer (GBR), making his season debut, alongside Kat Matthews, the 2024 IRONMAN Pro Series champion, and Kristian Høgenhaug (DEN), who finished third in last year’s standings.

With $50,000 in prize money and up to 2,500 series points at stake, the event carries serious weight for those chasing the overall series crown and qualification slots for the 2025 IRONMAN World Championships in Nice and Kona.

Race day will begin at 7:00am with the professional men’s start, followed by the pro women at 7:05am, and the mass start for age-group athletes at 7:10am. The course features a scenic but challenging route, with a city-centre finish expected to be buzzing with spectators.

The event will also be broadcast live across the world on platforms including YouTube, DAZN, Outside TV (US and Canada), and ESPN via Disney+ (Latin America and Caribbean).

Speaking ahead of the event, organisers said Swansea had earned its place on the global calendar. “Bringing the Pro Series to Wales is a huge moment for triathlon in the UK, and especially for South Wales,” a spokesperson said.

A free-to-attend Pro Athlete Panel will take place at 2:00pm on Friday (July 11) at the Waterfront Museum’s Ocean Room, offering the public a chance to meet some of the sport’s biggest stars.

Among those set to speak are Germany’s Anne Reischmann, who currently leads the 2025 standings, and Britain’s Lizzie Rayner, who already has two podium finishes this year.

The oldest registered athlete is David Ransom, aged 77, while the youngest is 18-year-old Jaden Morgan, highlighting the sport’s wide appeal.

Media wishing to attend must register in advance, with accreditation closing on Friday. Race-day walk-ins will not be granted access to restricted areas.

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Pupils’ multi-sports event hits the target

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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.”

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Cresselly stay top as Lawrenny skittle Llangwm for just 39

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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

PosTeamPWLBatBowlPts
1Cresselly111013747192
2Carew11924252186
3Saundersfoot11744047164
4Herbrandston11743645155
5Neyland11653544141
6Lawrenny11653145138
7Whitland11473732113
8Burton11383538103
9Haverfordwest1138323498
10Llangwm11011212041

Division 2 Table

PosTeamPWLBatBowlPts
1St Ishmaels11924651187
2Pembroke11835347180
3Narberth11835050180
4Hook11834841172
5Llechryd11654241146
6Cresselly II11654329136
7Johnston11563942131
8Carew II11383938110
9Llanrhian11110451873
10Burton II11110292261

Division 3 Table

PosTeamPWLBatBowlPts
1Fishguard111013741186
2Pembroke Dock11923750184
3Lamphey11653838138
4Hundleton11653638138
5Stackpole11564235130
6Haverfordwest II11464437126
7Laugharne11463930114
8Kilgetty11464226108
9Hook II1137341983
10Neyland II1129312374

Division 4 Table

PosTeamPWLBatBowlPts
1Pembroke II111014747198
2Saundersfoot II11914445179
3St Ishmaels II11744842160
4Crymych11644434138
5Haverfordwest III10454033133
6Lawrenny II11553738125
7Carew III9443826104
8Llangwm II1129472592
9Llanrhian II1018362288
10Narberth II1129362279

Division 5 Table

PosTeamPWLBatBowlPts
1Llechryd II11914346192
2Herbrandston II11924350190
3Pembroke Dock II11734439157
4Whitland II9443219113
5Haverfordwest IV10363826104
6Hundleton II10453323100
7Cresselly III1027412889
8Neyland III1001033840

Division 6 Table

PosTeamPWLBatBowlPts
1Pembroke III10712736141
2Llechryd III8612730137
3Lamphey II1043272292
4Haverfordwest/Cresselly1036213188
5Whitland III*1034172465
6Kilgetty II1008141428

*Whitland III: 8-point deduction for use of permit players

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