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Dock hit single off last ball to tie with Narberth
PEMBROKE DOCK’s Euan McDonald scored a single off the last ball to ensure that their game with Narberth ended in a tie.
The match was reduced to 34 overs a side because of the rain but that did not stop the home side scoring an impressive 223-4.
Richard Adams and Jamie McCormack got Narberth going with an opening stand of 53 but the latter departed on 23 when he was bowled by Jamie White.
Jordan Howell added 10 before he fell in similar fashion but Adams and Kyle Quartermaine then shared 78 runs.
That partnership saw Adams reach his half century while Quartemaine smashed five fours and three sixes in his score of 41 from 22 balls.
Quartermaine was then caught by Neil Gregory off the bowling of Euan McDonald.
Adams was joined by Lewis Hough and the pair shared another 50 runs for the fourth wicket.
Hough, in similar fashion to Quartermaine, came in and clubbed two fours and three sixes in a score of 32 from 20 balls but he was then caught by Jake Davies off the bowling of Billy Wood.
Adams batted on and finished not out on a score of 107 with 18 fours and two sixes.
Jake Davies and Jake Griffiths got the Dock off to a steady start in their reply, sharing 38 runs for the first wicket.
Griffiths was bowled by Loui Davies on a score of 23.
Griffiths was then joined by Billy Wood and they shared another 39 runs for the second wicket before Wood was caught by Loui Davies off the bowling of Lewis Hough.
Davies and Scott Griffiths then shared 70 runs for the third wicket as they looked to keep their side in the game.
Griffiths hit five fours in a score of 33 but he was then trapped leg before by Mike Reekie.
Davies hit ten fours and a six in his score of 77 from 56 balls but he also fell to the bowling of Reekie.
Tom Grimwood fell to Quartermaine and Neil Gregory was caught off the bowling of Hough as the Dock slipped to 184-6.
Rhys Daley and Jamie White added another 20 runs for the seventh wicket as they kept their side in with a chance of victory.
Daley fell to the bowling of Ben Hughes and Jamie White, who had hit three fours and a six in a score of 27, was then bowled by Loui Davies.
Nick Daley found the boundary in his score of 5 from 3 balls but he was then trapped leg before by Ben Hughes.
Connor Carroll and Euan McDonald held their nerve and in the final after a single and a dot off the first two balls, Carroll added two and then one to bring McDonald on strike and he did likewise to bring the scores level.
Narberth earned 14 points for their efforts and the Dock took 12 away after an excellent battle.
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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.
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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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