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Alec Colley Cup round-up

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9 years ago

June 9, 2017

Joe Kiff: Llangwm batsman who score 63 in his teams Alec Colley Cup win

DIVISION 5 promotion candidates Llangwm caused a shock in Round 1 of the Alec Colley Cup last Wednesday (May 31) when they defeated Burton at Oakfield Park by 21 runs.

Having been invited to bat Llangwm lost first team player James Venables for a duck off the bowling of Dan Ridge and Toby Asson [8] off Aled Thomas [1-31].

From 18-2 opener Jospeh Kiff [63; 3 sixes; 8 fours] and veteran Jonathan Twigg {48*; 2 sixes; 4 fours] used their first team experience and took the score to 106 before Kiff was caught behind by Colin Picton off skipper Daniel Grififths.

Twigg guided the innings to 169-5 alongside some late cameos from John Palmer [10] and Mike Williams [7*].

The home side’s reply was reliant on veteran Richard Haymen who came in at 7-1 and was 75* [11 fours] when the innings closed on 148-8.

Only Rob Griffiths [12] managed a double figure score to support Haymen as the task of chasing down such a high score off 20 overs proved too much.

Spinner Toby Asson [3-37] and skipper Sion Thomas [1-33] bowled well alongside another spinner 14 year old Callum Jenkins [1-16] after Mike Willaims [2-28] and John Palmer [1- 27] bowled well with the new ball.

Fourth division bottom side Pembroke travelled to Kingsmoor on Tuesday (May 30) and defeated their fellow division 4 side Kilgetty, by 52 runs.

First team player Billy Wood smashed an unbeaten 57, and Andrew Hay scored 44 alongside another first XI player, all-rounder Jack Harris [22]. Ollie Gamble and Andrew Evans took two wickets apiece for the home side.

The 175-5 proved too a high a score for Kilgetty, who ended on 133- 7 thanks to contributions from Jac Waters [22], Alex Thomas [20] and Keith Dolman [17*].

The Pembroke side saw Jack Harries and veteran Nigel Phillips pick up two wickets each and they now wait to play their second round tie at Llanrhian, which is scheduled for the night after the Harrison Allen Bowl quarter final game against Cresselly, as the home side have yet to play in the first XI competition.

ALEC COLLEY CUP ROUND 2

Tuesday (June 13)

Narberth v Carew

Cresselly v Saundersfoot

Hook v Neyland

Wednesday (June 14)

Llangwm v Stackpole

Johnston v Whitland

Thursday (June 15)

Lawrenny v Haverfordwest

St Ishmaels v Pembroke Dock

Llanrhian v Pembroke: provisional date Wednesday (June 21) to be confirmed (Llanrhian yet to play Harrison Allen Bowl game)

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Haverfordwest County Under-13 girls shine at final FAW festival

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2 days 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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2 days 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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2 days 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.