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Division 2 round up: Johnston win and Llechryd go top
JOHNSTON earned their first win in Division 2 on Saturday (May 28) as they beat Carew seconds by 28 runs.
They scored an impressive 284-4 in their innings with Lee Summons finishing not out on 103.
He had goof support from Andrew Harries who finished unbeaten on 86 while Josh Hicks had earlier scored 56.
Ethan Hall claimed two wickets for Carew while Kerry Waters finished with figures of 1-27.
In reply, Nic Scourfield was Carew’s top scorer with a knock of 67. Scott Richards added 45 and Hayden Shapcott finished unbeaten on 36.
It wasn’t enough to claim victory though as Carew fell just short, finishing their innings on 256-8.
Keegan Codd claimed three wickets for Johnston while Summons added to his earlier century with figures of 2-57.
Dredge steers Lamphey home
AN unbeaten century from Lamphey’s David Dredge helped his side to victory over Llanrhian on Saturday.
Llanrhian were asked to bat after Lamphey won the toss and they scored 186-9 in their innings.
Jonathan Strawbridge scored 58 and Iwan James added 25 for the hosts.
Peter McGilloway bowled well as he took three wickets, as did Hywel Gibbs who finished with figures of 3-48. Grant Cole also claimed 2-26 for the visitors.
In reply, David Blackwell made an early score of 21 but there was little else to trouble Andrew Tait and David Dredge.
Tait finished unbeaten on 45 while Dredge was not out on 105 as they saw Lamphey to victory.
Llechryd go top after beating Pembroke
LLECHRYD now sit top of Division 2 after they beat Pembroke by eight wickets.
Pembroke won the toss and batted first but they were bowled out for 120.
Paul White scored 22 and Jack Harries added 25 but it wasn’t enough as Rhys Beard finished with excellent figures of 4-15.
Udell Preville (2-18) and David Dunfee (2-19) also bowled well.
In reply, Joe Mansfield scored 17 early on before he became one of Rob Smythe’s (2-24) victims.
That was as good as it got for Pembroke who could not remove Udell Preville and David Dunfee.
Preville finished unbeaten on 72 while Dunfee was unbeaten on 22.Whitland also earned victory on Saturday (May 28) as they beat Hook.
Whitland earn fourth win
WHITLAND scored 171-8 in their innings as Andrew Edwards top scored with 52. Gethin Scourfield added 23 and Conor Bowen finished not out on 30.
Hook’s Harry Makepeace claimed three wickets for figures of 3-33 while Brennan Martin also claimed two wickets.
In reply, Makepeace top scored with 32 runs and Martin finished unbeaten on 16 but it wasn’t enough for victory.
Conor Bowen claimed three wickets for 13 runs and Cian Rees finished with good figures of 2-20. There were also two wickets for Martin.
That saw Hook bowled out for just 121, giving Whitland victory by 50 runs.
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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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