Glover’s late goal wins cup for Clarby

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10 years ago

April 28, 2016

Tom Sinclair

Clarbeston Road 3

Monkton Swifts 2

Winners: Clarbeston Road celebrate winning the Second Division Cup

CLARBESTON ROAD won the Second Division Cup Final on Thursday night (Apr 7) as Tom Glover’s last minute goal gave them a 3-2 victory.

The first half was a dull affair but the second half came to life with Monkton coming from behind to lead 2-1, only for Clarby to hit back and win the cup for the second time in three years.

A good crowd gathered at the Bridge Meadow Stadium to watch the match which was played in a good spirit with both sides showing plenty of commitment.

After a tense opening ten minutes, Clarbeston Road had the first real chance of the game when Jason Griffiths played in Tom Reubens but his shot was saved by the Monkton keeper.

Michael Turpin then played the ball to Tom Reubens who played the ball back for Turpin but his shot was saved and Jason Griffiths could only knock the rebound wide.

Monkton threatened when John Hyde passed to Ryan Griffiths but after cutting inside and looking to shoot, Clarby defenders got back to clear the danger.

Michael Canton also hit the side netting for the Swifts before Turpin saw a shot saved for Clarby.

Ryan Griffiths was then sent free on goal but Clarby keeper Gary Thomas came out to nick the ball before Griffiths could get a shot away.

The whistle went with the score tied at 0-0 but it wasn’t long before the game came to life in the second half.

Five minutes in, Tom Reubens looped the ball over the defenders and Ben John was on hand to rifle the ball into the top corner despite the best efforts of Monkton’s keeper.

However, just five minutes later Monkton were level when a cross from the right was punched away but only as far as Ryan Griffiths who shot low into the bottom right corner of the net.

With twenty minutes of the second half gone the Swifts took the lead in spectacular fashion.

Ben Nicholas played the ball to Michael Canton and his shot curled onto the left hand post and bounced into the net.

Seven minutes later it was 2-2 as Jason Griffiths played the ball forward for Tom Reubens who returned the ball back across goal for Griffiths to bury a shot low in the bottom left corner of the net.

Both sides battled away in the final fifteen minutes and it looked as if both managers were anticipating extra-time with only a couple of subs made.

With a minute of the 90 left Clarby won a corner and when a cross was floated in, Monkton’s keeper came and missed and the ball fell to Tom Glover who lofted the ball into the roof of the net.

That goal sparked jubilant scenes among the Clarby players and their bench and it left Monkton with little time to respond.

The Swifts did come forward in injury time but saw a shot go wide and Clarby hung on to seal cup glory.

After the game, both sides were congratulated on an excellent final and the trophy was presented to Clarby captain Jason Griffiths.

Clarbeston Road: Gary Thomas, Paul Jenkins, Curtis Elliott, Dan Rees, Rheinallt George, Matthew Ellis, Tom Reubens, Tom Glover, Jason Griffiths, Michael Turpin, Ben John.

Monkton Swifts: Dan Roberts, Jimmy Walker, Tom Meiring, Sean Jones, Luke Probert, Ben Nicholas, Blake James, John Hyde, Daniel Scourfield, Michael Canton, Ryan

Haverfordwest County Under-13 girls shine at final FAW festival

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19 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.

South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls: Friendly League week 22 results

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20 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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20 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.