Sport

Thrilling cup tie ends in extra-time victory for Merlins Bridge over Camrose

Published

2 years ago

March 11, 2024

A CRACKING cup tie took place in the quarter final of the Pembs league division 2 cup on Saturday between Camrose and Merlins Bridge Reserves at Folly Fields. Having already beaten the home team twice in the league, Merlins Bridge certainly started as favourites and brought a good following to support their team.

The pitch looked in great condition with the home groundsman making sure the pitch was freshly rolled in time for kick off and the home team were optimistic that they could continue their good form this season and beat the Bridge at the third time of asking. Both squads were looking good and had nearly full strength squads to choose from. Referee Marty Jones delayed kick off for five minutes as Camrose had lost the match balls!

However when the game did kick off it started with a bang. Danny Llewellyn, Jordan Raymond and Joe Haworth seemed on top form and it only took two minutes for Haworth to score a well deserved goal. Bridge looked shell shocked and Camrose continued to press for the remainder of the half. It was only the sterling work of the Bridge midfield and defence that kept the score to the one early goal!

Half time 1-0 to Camrose and fully deserved!

The second half started much better for the Bridge with Ash Beck having a fantastic game in the centre of the park, dominating play and pulling the strings in an attempt to get his team back into the game. Camrose held on well and always looked dangerous with Llewellyn, Raymond & Haworth causing no end of issues with their energy and quality.

Seemingly ending at 1-0 in a tight encounter despite Bridges continued dominance of the second half, the game changed completely with just over ten minutes to go when Camrose sub Martyn Tweedie scored a fantastic goal to put the home team 2 up with little time left!

This resulted in Bridge making a few subs and throwing the proverbial kitchen sink at Camrose and just 5 mins later they grabbed a lifeline when super sub Mike Canton grabbed a goal from a free kick! This only spurred the away team on and with vocal support from the sidelines centre half Morgan Richards scored a last minute goal to send the travelling fans wild, and the tie into extra time!!

Both teams were clearly tired at this stage but Referees man of the match Ash Beck continued to dominate midfield and despite chances for both teams during the extra periods, it was Beck himself that bagged the late winner with a goal direct from a corner in the 112th minute!

Heartbreak for Camrose who deserved better, but fantastic spirit and resolve from a determined Bridge team who now should fancy their chances of going all the way.

A highly competitive game played in fantastic spirit with not a single booking during the entire match and both clubs deserve credit for that.

A fantastic tie and highly entertaining cup tie between two great teams and grassroots football at it’s very best!!

The match was officiated by popular Pembrokeshire ref, Marty Jones pictured below.

Sport

Keeper scores 121st-minute wonder goal before saving two penalties

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4 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

Cwmamman United stun Tenby AFC in an unforgettable 3-3 thriller to reach the last sixteen of the West Wales Intermediate Cup

Cwmamman Utd 3 Tenby AFC 3 (Cwm win 3–2 on pens)

AN EXTRAORDINARY cup tie unfolded at Grenig Park as Cwmamman United and Tenby AFC shared a breathless 3-3 draw, before the hosts edged through 3–2 on penalties.

Tenby struck almost instantly, with Lloyd Hughes finding the net inside the opening minute. Cwm hit back on 14 minutes when Cam Isaac produced a superb finish to level the tie, but Joe Leahy restored Tenby’s lead before the break – a goal that for long spells looked like it might settle the contest.

Deep into stoppage time, however, Cwmamman refused to accept defeat. In the 100th minute, Jackson Brereton pounced to smash home an equaliser and force extra time.

The drama only intensified. Tenby were awarded a hotly disputed penalty in the 114th minute, converted confidently by Hughes. The spot-kick also saw Cwm’s Kieran Rees – who had been excellent alongside Kai O’Donnell at the heart of the defence – shown a red card.

But with virtually the last kick of the game, Cwm’s goalkeeper Kai Rees strode forward for a final desperate attack and unleashed a stunning 25-yard volley to make it 3-3, sparking wild celebrations around the ground.

Rees was far from finished. In the decisive shootout, he produced two superb saves to secure a 3–2 penalty win and send Cwmamman United into the last sixteen of the West Wales Intermediate Cup.

Photo: Cwm goalkeeper Kai Rees.

News

South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association – Week Twelve results

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4 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

A PACKET week of fixtures in the South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association’s Friendly League saw key wins at both ends of the table as teams continue to jostle for position going into the second half of the season.

Match results (Week 12):

Hundleton 10–0 Lamphey
Badgers 2–8 St Johns
Reynalton 0–10 Carew
Kilgetty 8–2 East Williamston
Cosheston v Llanteg – postponed
St Twynnells – bye week

A previously postponed fixture was also completed, with St Twynnells drawing 5–5 with Reynaltón.

League table (after Week 12):
East Williamston remain top, having played 10 and won eight, with a strong shots difference of +125. Reynaltón sit second after 11 games with 58 points, while St Johns and Hundleton follow closely behind on 54 points each.

At the mid-table mark, Carew (49 points), St Twynnells (48) and Kilgetty (46) remain tightly grouped. Badgers, Lamphey, Llanteg and Cosheston make up the lower order, though the number of games played varies, leaving room for movement in the coming weeks.

Full standings:

Team	P	W	D	L	S/D	Points
East Williamston	10	8	0	2	+125	72
Reynaltón	11	5	2	4	+35	58
St Johns	10	5	1	4	+32	54
Hundleton	10	5	1	4	-2	54
Carew	9	5	0	4	-25	49
St Twynnells	10	4	2	4	-34	48
Kilgetty	11	5	0	6	-44	46
Badgers	11	3	1	7	-59	45
Lamphey	11	5	0	6	-10	44
Llanteg	8	4	0	4	-5	41
Cosheston	9	3	1	5	-13	40

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Sport

Haverfordwest RFC names Team of the Week

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8 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

HAVERFORDWEST Rugby Football Club has announced its latest Team of the Week, celebrating standout performers from across the junior age groups following another busy weekend of fixtures.

Players from the U7s through to the U16s Eagles have been highlighted for their work rate, teamwork and commitment on the pitch, with coaches praising the effort shown by all who took part.

The club said the selections recognise not only individual performances but the dedication shown by players at training and during matches throughout the season.

Parents and supporters were quick to share their congratulations online, with particular praise for U12s players George Bentley and Tom Wheeler, who impressed during their fixture.

Team of the Week – 14 December 2025

U7s: Ollie Bromham & Arthur Slee
U8s: Theo Headland & Lyla Phillips
U9s: Theo Canton & George Thornton
U10s: Rhys Davies
U10s Eagles: Frankie Campbell
U11s: Griff Jenkins & Ollie Edwards
U12s: George Bentley & Tom Wheeler
U12s Eagles: Cyra Ellis
U15s: Logan Keane
U16s Eagles: Laura Cichon

Coaches thanked players and families for their continued support as Haverfordwest RFC moves through the winter fixtures, saying the positivity around the club remains a key part of its success.