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VIKINGS DESTROY ROBINS
HAKIN UNITED put in a dominant performance as they beat Milford United 7-0 at the Observatory Field on Saturday.
Both sides gave their all in the derby but it was Milford who had a shocker on Halloween night as they failed to cope with Hakin’s attack.
Within the opening twenty seconds Milford almost shocked the Vikings but Neil Mathias shot wide of the left hand post.
However, with only four minutes gone, Hakin opened the scoring as Scott Reid headed the ball on for Adam Davies who rounded the keeper before firing low into the bottom left corner.
Milford had a chance to equalise with seventeen minutes gone but Ryan Wilson’s free kick was brilliantly tipped over by Hakin keeper James Manson.
Just a minute later Hakin doubled their lead when Scott Reid tapped in after Milford’s keeper Andrew Fairburn fumbled the ball from Adam Davies’ shot.
Scott Reid was on the score sheet again four minutes later, cheekily beating the keeper from close range to secure his brace.
Milford looked to get back in the game and almost did with 23 minutes gone. Liam Davies crossed from the right and Chris Thompson arrived to volley the ball towards goal but his effort was again well saved by Hakin keeper Manson.
With half an hour gone Hakin scored their fourth of the match as Scott Reid capitalised on another fumble to knock the ball home for his hat trick.
Shortly before half time, James Manson pumped the ball up field into the Milford box but as Adam Davies went to head the ball he was taken out by the Milford keeper and the referee awarded a penalty.
Nicky Woodrow stepped up to take the spot kick but his effort bounced back off the post and was cleared away from danger.
On the stroke of half time Hakin did add their fifth goal of the game when Matthew Broome cut inside from the right and shot low into the bottom corner.
Milford faced an uphill battle in the second half but battled well despite constant Hakin pressure.
Early in the second half, Hakin’s Daniel Armstrong was lucky not to be show a red card, as, already on a yellow, he committed another cynical foul for which the referee allowed play to go on.
When the play was halted, the referee had a word with Armstrong with Milford players reminding the ref he had already been booked.
There was no second yellow but Armstrong was subbed to keep him out of trouble.
Neil Mathias had a chance to pull a goal back for Milford but his curled effort went over the bar.
Twenty minutes into the second half Hakin scored their sixth of the match as Nicky Woodrow bundled the ball home.
Sub James Stanmore then tried his luck from outside the box but his effort was deflected into the side netting as Hakin continued to push forward.
The home side were forced to finish the game with ten men, as, having made all substitutions, Adam Davies went off with an injury to his hamstring.
With fourteen minutes to go, Hakin added their seventh goal of the match. Matthew Broome beat the defender to the loose ball before poking the ball beyond Milford’s keeper.
Broome almost had a hat-trick three minutes later but his shot from the edge of the box went wide.
Hakin saw out the remaining minutes to complete a comfortable victory which sees them move up to fourth in the table.
Milford are in league action next Saturday as they are at home to Angle.
On Saturday, Hakin are at home again as they take on Narberth in the second round of the West Wales Cup.
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South-West Wales Athletes Aiming to Shine at the Summer Olympics
Two of the finest athletes in south-west Wales are dreaming about bringing home medals from the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris.
Track cyclist Emma Finucane and sailing star Micky Beckett will head to France in a buoyant mood after enjoying a successful build-up to their respective events.
Welsh athletes collected a record-equalling 11 medals at the Tokyo 2020 Games and hopes are high that the tally could be beaten this year.
The Carmarthen-born rider cemented her rapid rise up the sprint ranks by winning a gold medal at the 2023 UCI Track Cycling World Championships in Glasgow.
She became Great Britain’s first women’s sprint world champion since Becky James in 2013 and is now on track to chase more medals at the Olympics across three events.
The 21-year-old has yearned to compete at the Summer Games since watching Team GB sparkle at London 2012 and she is eager to make her mark this summer.
“It’s a massive dream of mine and it’s pretty cool that I’m kind of living my dream,” Finucane said. “I’m just trying to enjoy the journey and hopefully I’ll get selected and compete for my country.
“And it’s exciting because as the Team GB women’s sprint. I feel like we’re in a really good place to do well at the Olympics, not just compete as Olympians.”
Pembrokeshire-born sailor Beckett will also head to Paris with his sights firmly set on winning gold in the hugely competitive ILCA 7 class.
He will renew rivalries with Australian Matt Wearn, who controversially claimed the World Championship title ahead of Hermann Tomasgaard and Beckett earlier this year.
Online bookmakers rate Wearn as the favourite to emerge victorious this summer, but Beckett’s recent form gives him every chance of turning the tables.
Several new sports betting sites in Australia cut the Welsh sailor’s Olympic odds after he completed a trio of World Cup successes at a recent event in Palma.
Beckett believes the hard work he has done over the past few months gives him every chance of toppling Wearn when the action gets underway this summer.
“There is still plenty of work to do and managing form is probably the most important thing of any athlete’s job,” Beckett said. “There is no point being the best in the world unless you are the best in the world when it counts.
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Kilgetty and Carew Share Spoils in End-of-Season Showdown
In the picturesque setting of Kilgetty, under the soft glow of the evening sun, local football fans were treated to an enticing clash between Kilgetty and Carew in the Pembrokeshire League Division 1. With the season winding down, both sides took to the pitch amidst numerous squad rotations, following a hectic week of multiple fixtures.
The match kicked off in a leisurely pace, resembling more of an end-of-season friendly than a fierce competition. Kilgetty seized the early initiative, with the trio of Josh Bevan, Richard Tebbut, and Richard Cope causing headaches for the Carew defense, skillfully led by Gareth Lewis. It was Jac Waters who broke the deadlock for the home side, putting Kilgetty ahead 1-0 as the first half came to a close.
However, Carew emerged revitalised after the break, with Jonty Bennett, James Hinchcliffe, and Zac Rowell putting in the hard yards to level the score. The introduction of Harvey Drummond for the ineffective Sam Christopher added further depth to Carew’s attacking prowess, culminating in an equaliser courtesy of the excellent Hinchcliffe.
As tensions rose, the game took on a newfound intensity, marked by needless bookings, after a clearly offside goal and a few heated moments on the field. Despite the fatigue evident from their recent fixture congestion, both teams showcased their competitive spirit, treating the fans to an entertaining second half.
In the end, neither side could break the deadlock, with Kilgetty and Carew having to settle for a well-fought 1-1 draw. While neither team was at their absolute best, the match provided a fitting conclusion to their respective seasons.
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The stage is set – Senior Cup Final
It’s the time of the year again, Saturday see’s Bridge Meadow host the senior cup final. The sun has been shining and both teams will be dying to get on the pitch. This year the final will be contested by Goodwick United and Clarbeston Road.
League champions Goodwick will go into the final as favourites, and most around the county expect a Goodwick win. It has been an outstanding season for Goodwick however cup success has evaded them so far. Clarbeston Road have impressed everyone this season and really deserve their place in this years final.
Neill Crawshaw will referee the game, with Tudor Walters and Stefan Jenkins running the line.
There will be a unique contest on the pitch as brothers Will Haworth and Laurie Haworth come face to face on opposing teams. Adrian their father was a great player in the county, and played in many cup finals himself.
The stage is set, Clarby will feel less pressure than Goodwick and will be a threat with Haworth, John and Davies in attack. Meanwhile Goodwick are also blessed with quality players in every department, there is no weak link in O’Sullivans team. Cup football and finals in particular never go as people predict. On paper Goodwick are firm favourites, Clarbeston Road will be happy the game will be played on grass though and not paper, anything can happen! Hopefully it’ll be a good crowd down at the Meadow for the show piece of Pembrokeshire football.
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