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First disability cricket club established

Published

10 years ago

April 28, 2016

Tom Sinclair

Blue Lightening: Cricket for mixed ability disabled young people is now available

HAVERFORDWEST Blue Lightening, which is the youth element of Haverfordwest Cricket Club, will be welcoming their newest members to their ‘Blue Lightening Disability’ squad.

In conjunction with Cricket Wales’ Disability Officer Les Randell, the club’s coaches ran a number of winter indoor sessions alongside Pembroke Dock Cricket Club, introducing cricket to young people and vulnerable adults with disabilities in the community.

Cricket Wales are looking to establish a pathway for elite players to move into Development Improvement Hubs with the ambition of representing their country.

Les said: “The enthusiasm shown in Pembrokeshire to include all people in the game of cricket is great. Haverfordwest has become the sector leader in providing a stimulating and energetic environment which welcomed these newest players and their families.

“The coaches in Haverfordwest have individuals who are passionate and driven to ensure that all ability levels are included at their sessions. The session planning, work rate and motivation has been infectious in ensuring that the club has established their own team which will hopefully play games across Wales this season.”

Jonathan Twigg, Disability Lead Coach, has been leading the sessions alongside fellow Coach Rick Walton and the club’s Head Coach, Simon Williams. Assisting within these sessions were local students Louisa Twigg and Zora Pavarak, who reported that the rapport established within the sessions contributed to establish a consistent and successful learning environment.

Jonathan said: “Haverfordwest is an InSport and ECV accredited club which prides itself on creating a family environment, both on and off the pitch. ‘Blue Lightening’ has teams at U9, U11, U13, U15, U17 and U19, which incorporate all levels of ability into the weekly practice sessions, age group teams and holiday sports camps.

“Alongside the ‘Blue Lightening’ teams, the club is also successful at senior level, with four Saturday sides who also entered the National T20 and Welsh cups in 2016.

“The Senior Indoor League Side recently played at the ECB National Final, held at Lourdes, which is a first for the Oldest Club in Wales.”

To follow the progress of all the teams at Haverfordwest Cricket Club, such as the Blue Lightening Disability Squad, follow the club’s Facebook page, follow them on Twitter at @HwestCC or visit their website.

If any player, young or old, wishes to find out more about playing the game or attending the weekly practice sessions, contact the club’s coaches by calling 01437 763615 or emailing [email protected].

Sport

Haverfordwest County Under-13 girls shine at final FAW festival

Published

17 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

Published

18 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

Published

18 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.