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Hakin champions after thrilling draw

Published

11 years ago

April 1, 2015

HAKIN United have been crowned Champions of the Pembrokeshire Football League after a thrilling 3-3 draw with Goodwick United on Wednesday night.

Champions: Hakin United celebrate their third title in a row

Goodwick needed to win to keep their slim title hopes alive but Hakin were in the mood to win their third league title in a row as they raced into a 3-0 lead.

However, the visitors hit back to earn a 3-3 draw but the point gives Hakin the title.

There was a tense start to the game as both sides knew what was at stake.

Ashley Bevan had the first real chance with ten minutes gone but his shot was well saved by Goodwick’s keeper.

Some neat play between Adam Davies and Nicky Woodrow saw the latter cross into the box but Justin Harding was unlucky to see his header bounce wide off the post.

At the other end Rhys Dalling squared the ball for Llyr Tobin but his shot hit the side netting.

Rain and wind did not make conditions easy and it looked like the sides would go in at the break with the score 0-0.

Hakin had other ideas and stunned their opponents with two goals in as many minutes.

Firstly, Nicky Woodrow latched on to a long ball forward and his first time shot flew into the bottom corner despite the Goodwick keeper getting a hand to it.

Then on the stroke of half time Nathan Banner’s mishit shot fell to Adam Davies six yards out and he calmly placed the ball into the bottom right corner to make it 2-0.

Strike: Nicky Woodrow scored two goals for the Vikings

Goodwick were shell-shocked but came out fighting at the start of the second half as Rob Morgan saw a free kick hit the bar within a minute of the restart.

Then shortly before the hour mark Hakin made it 3-0 as Nicky Woodrow broke through before firing low into the net.

The visitors had a great chance to get back in the game moments later when the ball fell to Llyr Tobin but his shot was blocked onto the bar and over.

Jonathan Bennett had a chance to make it four with twenty minutes to go but after he was put through by Adam Davies, his shot was saved by keeper Dean Mopson.

Three minutes later Goodwick did get themselves back in the game as Rob Morgan took the ball down before slotting into the corner of the net.

Goodwick had the wind in their sails and with twelve minutes to go a pass back was sliced horribly by Hakin keeper James Manson and the visitors had a corner. It was taken by Rob Morgan and the ball caught the wind hitting the back post and going in.

A minute later Goodwick equalised as Johnny Horgan crossed into the box where the unmarked Rhys Dalling headed in.

They almost spoilt the party moments later as the same duo combined once more but Dalling headed inches wide of the post.

Hakin held on for their first draw of the season and the point seals the title for the Vikings.

Delighted: Captain Jonathan Bennett lifts the trophy

After the match Hakin manager Gary Dawes said: “It has been a long, hard-thought season. We may have underperformed in the cups but the most important thing in Pembrokeshire is to win the domestic league and we are doing that consistently. We are over the moon.”

Hakin United: James Manson, Adam Davies, Leigh Broome, Michael Cooper, Nathan Banner, Jonathon Bennett, Justin Harding, Nicky Woodrow, Ashley Bevan, Steven Mathias, James Stanmore. Subs: Ally Greenish, Paul Jones, Scott Reynish.

Goodwick United: Dean Mopson, Scott Delaney, Steff Hayes, Llyr Tobin, Wayne O’Sullivan, Lewis Banks, Kieran O’Brian, Karl Hedley, Rob Morgan, Rhys Dalling, Johnny Horgan. Subs: Jordan Griffiths, Darren Devonald, Patrick Hughes.

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Haverfordwest County Under-13 girls shine at final FAW festival

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21 hours ago

April 5, 2026

Herald Sport

HAVERFORDWEST COUNTY AFC Women and Girls have praised their under-13s after another strong showing at the third and final FAW Festival of the season.

The young Bluebirds travelled to Colliers Park in Wrexham on Saturday (Apr 4), where they once again impressed with their performances.

Club officials said the girls had performed fantastically well throughout the season, adding that everyone at Haverfordwest County was incredibly proud of their efforts.

The squad for the day was Libby O, Ela I, Ines M, Mila E, Scarlett C, Rachel B, Lydia H, Lilly M, Zara E, Leila P and Lillie EJ.

Well done girls.

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South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls: Friendly League week 22 results

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22 hours ago

April 5, 2026

Herald Sport

RESULTS from week 22 of the South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association Friendly League have been confirmed, with Badgers recording a comprehensive 10-0 win over Lamphey and St Twynnells edging past Cosheston 6-4.

An earlier fixture also saw Cosheston claim a 10-0 victory over Reynalton.

Several matches were postponed during the week, including Kilgetty v Carew, Llanteg v St Twynnells and Hundleton v East Williamston.

St Johns had the bye.

Latest results:
Cosheston 4 St Twynnells 6
Badgers 10 Lamphey 0
Cosheston 10 Reynalton 0

League table after week 22:
East Williamston — Played 19, Won 13, Drawn 0, Lost 6, Shot difference 169, Points 126
St Johns — Played 20, Won 12, Drawn 1, Lost 7, Shot difference 132, Points 118
Reynalton — Played 20, Won 8, Drawn 2, Lost 10, Shot difference 24, Points 99
St Twynnells — Played 19, Won 10, Drawn 2, Lost 7, Shot difference 9, Points 99
Carew — Played 19, Won 10, Drawn 0, Lost 9, Shot difference -12, Points 98
Hundleton — Played 19, Won 10, Drawn 1, Lost 8, Shot difference -7, Points 97
Llanteg — Played 18, Won 10, Drawn 0, Lost 8, Shot difference -16, Points 95
Badgers — Played 20, Won 7, Drawn 1, Lost 12, Shot difference -104, Points 89
Cosheston — Played 19, Won 7, Drawn 2, Lost 10, Shot difference -39, Points 88
Lamphey — Played 20, Won 9, Drawn 0, Lost 11, Shot difference -71, Points 80
Kilgetty — Played 19, Won 6, Drawn 1, Lost 12, Shot difference -85, Points 73

League officials have reminded clubs that all outstanding matches must be completed by midnight on Sunday, April 19, 2026.

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Amman United Youth suffer agonising semi-final defeat

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22 hours ago

April 5, 2026

Herald Sport

Cup final dream slips away as Newcastle Emlyn battle back to seal 20-19 win in windy Carmarthenshire Cup clash

AMMAN UNITED YOUTH saw their Carmarthenshire Cup final hopes ended in heartbreaking fashion on Saturday (Apr 4) as Newcastle Emlyn snatched a 20-19 victory in a dramatic semi-final.

Played in difficult, windy conditions, the contest was fiercely competitive throughout, with Amman left to rue a series of handling errors that allowed the visitors back into the game.

Newcastle Emlyn made the stronger start, taking an early 3-0 lead through a penalty and then missing a chance to add to their tally.

Amman responded well and took control of the first half. Captain Ceian Lewis crossed following a well-worked catch-and-drive to put his side 5-3 in front. Toby Slater then produced an excellent touchline conversion in tough conditions to extend the lead to 7-3.

Amman continued to build momentum when Harvey Duncan made a sharp break down the wing to score their second try. Slater was again on target with an impressive conversion in the wind, giving his side a 14-3 lead at the break.

But the game turned soon after the restart. A costly Amman mistake allowed Newcastle Emlyn back into the contest, with the visitors scoring in the corner before adding the conversion to close the gap to 14-10.

Amman appeared to have steadied themselves when Kelston Fairhurst powered over from another catch-and-drive, stretching the lead to 19-10.

However, Newcastle Emlyn refused to give in. Strong forward play brought them another try, and the conversion cut the deficit to just two points at 19-17 as the pressure mounted in the closing stages.

The decisive moment came in the final five minutes when another Amman handling error handed Emlyn a crucial opportunity. The visitors worked their way into range and slotted a late penalty to edge ahead 20-19.

Amman had one final chance to rescue the game and opted for a catch-and-drive from a late penalty, having already found success with that tactic earlier in the match. This time, though, Newcastle Emlyn held firm to deny them and secure their place in the final.

It was a bitter end for Amman United Youth, who had looked in control at half-time, but Newcastle Emlyn showed resilience and composure when it mattered most.