Sport
Carew blow Town away
CAREW picked up their fourth win of the season on Saturday (Jun 26) as they beat Haverfordwest to leapfrog them into fourth place in Division 1.
Haverfordwest won the toss and elected to field but Carew made a good score of 193-8 in their 45 overs.
Tim Hicks and Nick Davies shared 69 runs for the first wicket as they started well.
Hicks reached a score of 23 but he was the first to fall as he was caught by Ashley James off the bowling of Dai Davies.
Davies then reached his half century, hitting five four and two sixes in a score of 51, but he saw Nick Scourfield out in similar fashion to Hicks.
Dai Davies then bowled his namesake Nick on 51 as Carew’s good start was undone as they slipped to 84-3.
Rhys Davies and Lewis Hicks took over in the middle and they shared 27 runs for the fourth wicket.
Hicks reached 19 but he was then bowled by Johnny White and Shaun Whitfield was bowled by Jake Merry as Carew were reduced to 125-5.
Luke Hicks and Rhys Davies shared 30 runs for the sixth wicket.
Davies was dropped by Danny Potter but soon after Luke Hicks was caught by Nikhil Mathias off the bowling of Merry on a score of 15 (1 six).
Davies made his way to a score of 30 but he then saw James Hinchcliffe caught by Jack Scriven off the bowling of Dai Davies who finished with figures of 4-35.
Davies reached 36 with two fours but he couldn’t add to his score as he was caught by Dai Davies off the bowling of White.
Carew reached 193-8 meaning Town would need 194 to win the game.
However, Town lost opener Mikey Jones early on when he was trapped leg before by Shaun Whitfield.
Whitfield also had Danny Potter caught by Nick Scourfield as Town slipped to 16-2.
That became 33-3 as Nikhil Mathias was caught by Lewis Hicks off the bowling of Ceri Brace on a score of 17.
Dai Davies did not last long at the crease as he was caught by Nick Davies off the bowling of Sam Harts to leave Town on 40-4.
Jake Merry added 9 to the total but he was caught by Nick Davies off the bowling of Iori Hicks.
Archie Thomas hit a six but he was caught and bowled by Brace as Town slipped into further trouble on 66-6.
Ben Field had hit two fours as he reached 23 but he was then caught and bowled by Brace.
75-7 soon became 75-8 as Ashley James was bowled by Hicks.
Shaun Whitfield picked up his third wicket to finish with figures of 3-21 as he bowled Johnny White and Hicks also claimed his third wicket as he bowled Clive Tucker.
That saw Hicks finish with figures of 3-22 while Ceri Brace also claimed figures of 3-22.
That brought the game to a close as Carew sealed victory by 102 runs.
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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