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Holly and Chris win Morgan Tucker Open

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9 years ago

August 18, 2017

Winners: President Allan Morton presents the cup to Holly and Chris

THE FAMOUS links at Tenby were an ideal place to be this Sunday afternoon (Aug 13) in beautiful weather.

What better way to spend it than playing a mixed golf competition, with a favourite format of greensome foursomes? 76 people agreed.

This popular competition opened up to non-members three years ago, and grows in popularity every year. The actual Morgan Tucker Trophy can only be won by a pair of members, but three visitors’ prizes are also given, so making it a favourite of members and visitors alike.

Nearest the pin in two was won by John and Fair Ball, whilst nearest the pin on the 12th (almost a hole in one!) was Linda Tordoff-Evans. Nine twos were recorded; Steve Williams and Avrile Rees on the 6th and 17th, Neil Gallagher and Nicky McDowell on the 12th and 17th, then on the 6th Julie Tordoff and Nigel Ayers, Anna and Keith Hubbard, Eileen and Harley Chessell, and on the 17th Dai and Penny Cope.

Visitors’ prizes were given first to Avrile Rees from Carmarthen and Steve Williams from Tenby with a magnificent 45 points; second to Moyanne Monday from St Pierre and Alan Monday from Tenby with 42 points, and third to Neil Gallagher and Nicky McDowell from St Pierre with 41 points.

Fourth prize in the members’ competition went to Andy and Diane Williams with 41 points. They were beaten on the back nine, also with 41 points, by Anna and Keith Hubbard. In second place were our Lady President Pat Fox and her grandson Philip who was over from Germany. They had a great score of 42 points.

The winners of the trophy for 2017, receiving only 4 shots, and grossing 68 with 43 points were Holly Watkins and Chris Thompson. Holly has only recently returned to golf and Heather and Mervyn were very thrilled that she and Chris won their trophy this year.

Many thanks to our President Allan Morton for presenting the prizes, to all the lovely prizes that were donated, to Mike Fox for starting the visitors, to Laura for doing all the work in the office, and helping with the raffle, to Iris and Judy for running the raffle all day, to the caterers for feeding and ‘watering’ us, to the Green Staff for having worked so hard on the course, but most of all for my husband David, who has been a general dogsbody for me all day!

The next mixed event at Tenby for members is the 125th Anniversary Greensome medal on Saturday, September 16.

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Haverfordwest County Under-13 girls shine at final FAW festival

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1 day 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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1 day 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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1 day 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.