Sport
Town bowl Tish out for win
HAVERFORDWEST secured a 23-run victory on Saturday (May 22) as they bowled St Ishmaels out for their second win of the season.
Tish chose to field first after winning the toss and they were able to restrict Town to 147-9 from their 45 overs.
After a steady start, Town lost three wickets in quick succession. Brennan Devonald made the breakthrough as he had Mikey Jones caught by Peter Bradshaw.
He also trapped Ben Field leg before wicket and soon after Andrew Pawlett bowled Danny Potter on a score of 19.
Those wickets saw Town slip to 30-3 but Dai Davies and Jake Merry shared 65 runs for the fourth wicket.
Merry made 23 but he was caught by Bradshaw off the bowling of Ieuan Hawkins and moments later, Pawlett trapped Dan Field leg before.
Hawkins also had Archie Thomas caught by Lewis Rhead as Town slipped into further trouble on 97-6.
Town took the score past 100 as Davies reached his half century but wickets continued to fall as Jack Scriven was bowled by Andrew Williams.
Jordan Milich then did the same to Ashley James and Jonny White was then ran out as Town searched for late runs.
Davies remained and finished unbeaten on 70 with four fours and a six.
That set Tish 148 to win the game but they lost Peter Bradshaw early as he was trapped leg before by Johnny White.
Harry Nicholas and Daniel Richards shared 29 runs for the second wicket but Ashley James then had Richards caught by Jack Scriven on a score of 12.
James then had Brennan Devonald caught by Dai Davies for a golden duck as Tish slipped to 37-3.
Jordan Milich made 15 for Tish but he was bowled by Archie Thomas who then caught Andrew Williams to give Clive Tucker his first wicket.
Thomas was at it again as he trapped Gareth Virgo leg before and Jake Merry had Lewis Rhead caught by Mike Jones.
James also bowled Andrew Pawlett to leave Tish on 99-8.
Nicholas had made a patient 45 without any boundaries but he was finally caught by Scriven off the bowling of Merry.
James Hall finished unbeaten on 12 but the game was brought to a close when Thomas had Ieuan Hawkins caught by Ashley James.
That saw Tish bowled out for 124 as Town secured victory.
Sport
New Hedges Saundersfoot win cup final in style.
Division Four Cup Final
New Hedges Saundersfoot 7-1 St Ishmaels Reserves
The Division Four Cup Final between New Hedges Saundersfoot and St Ishmaels reserves took place at Monkton Swifts, witnessed by an eager crowd. The game, officiated by Sean O’Connor, with Gareth Elliot and Dean Driscoll as assistant referees, promised an intense battle for the coveted trophy.
From the onset, New Hedges Saundersfoot showcased their dominance. Owen, Miles, Davidson, and Marsh all getting on the score sheet leading to an impressive goal tally.
The Mice never gave up and battled well but they struggled to contain their opponent’s attacking quality. Thomas Williams managed the one and only goal for Tish.
The final score stood at an emphatic 7-1 in favor of New Hedges Saundersfoot, underlining their superiority throughout the match.
New Hedges Saundersfoot emerged as deserved victors, clinching the silverware and adding a significant achievement to their season. Their comprehensive victory in the cup final will undoubtedly be celebrated by players and fans alike. Despite falling short of promotion in their league campaign, this triumph will serve as a testament to their talent and resilience on the field.
In conclusion, the Division Four Cup Final witnessed a commendable display of skill and determination from both teams. Congratulations to New Hedges Saundersfoot for their outstanding performance and well-deserved victory in the final.
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Tigers second division Cup Champions
In a thrilling Pembrokeshire Division Two Cup final under the floodlights of Bridge Meadow Stadium, fans witnessed an epic battle between Monkton Swifts reserves and Johnston. Despite Monkton Swifts reserves being touted as favorites, Johnston proved their mettle from the outset.
The game kicked off with a burst of energy as Johnston’s center half, Craig Bendall, seized an early opportunity to put his team ahead just ten minutes into the match. However, Monkton Swifts’ prolific Scotsman, Davis, swiftly responded with an equalizer, showcasing the resilience of the favourites.
The momentum shifted again when the dynamic duo of Alfie and Scott Crawford of Johnston orchestrated a beautifully executed goal, putting Johnston back in the lead at 2-1.
As the game progressed, Monkton Swifts brought in reinforcements, including Ben Steele, to regain control. Their efforts paid off when Jordan Kilby leveled the score at 2-2 with just under 20 minutes remaining.
But the Crawfords had other plans. Combining once more, Scott provided the assist for Alfie, who coolly finished to put Johnston ahead once again.
With time running out, Monkton Swifts launched a relentless onslaught in search of an equalizer. However, Johnston’s defense held firm, defying the odds to clinch the Division Two Cup title in a memorable victory.
The match showcased the passion and determination of both teams, with Johnston emerging as deserving champions in a fiercely contested final at Bridge Meadow Stadium.
Sport
Promotion, relegation and everything in between.
As we come to the end of the 2023-2024 season it’s time to look at the winners and losers so to speak as most promotion and relegation battles are now all sewn up.
We begin at the very top where Goodwick United have blown away the first division to become deserved champions elect. At the opposite end of the table Fishguard Sports struggled all season and we comfortably relegated, going down with them are Neyland who’s relegation was confirmed a few weeks ago. Neither team were cut adrift and battled right until the end which is credit to both outfits, sometimes relegation can act as a spring broad and both clubs will be hoping this is the case.
Monkton Swifts reserves were the outstanding team in the second division and were a cut above the rest on their journey to becoming league champions on 56 points with an impressive plus 61 goal difference. As Monkton can’t be promoted due to their first team being in the first division it allowed both Herbrandston and St Ishmaels to be promoted. Herbrandston finished in third on 40 points, whilst the Mice just beat them to second place ending up on 42 points. Both clubs will now use the summer to prepare for the step up that awaits.
At the opposite end of the division, Cosheston never really got going and after their points deduction ended on a lowly 6 points which is never going to be enough to avoid relegation. The second relegation place was much closer with St Clears, Carew reserves and Broad Haven all being in a dog fight for the majority of the season. Broad Haven showed good fight and character which steered them clear of trouble while Carew found form at a key time, which means St Clears will play their football in the third division next season.
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