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Battling Quins beaten by Vardre in Cup clash

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3 years ago

September 19, 2022

PEMBROKE DOCK Quins travelled to the Swansea Valley in the Division 3 Cup on Saturday (Sept 17) with squad rotation very much in mind, before they return to League action against Llangwm next week.

Vardre went straight on the attack with the full intention of running as much ball as they could. A try looked certain in the opening two minutes for the home side but were denied by a forward pass.

On six minutes they did strike when Number 8 Dylan Hills scored from close range. Right Wing Richard Brunton converted to put his side 7-0 up.

Then, just two minutes later Brunton crossed in the corner for a try which he failed to convert.

At 0-12 it looked ominous for the Quins but they hit back with a well-struck penalty from Outside Half Morgan Rogers.

The Quins then suffered a major blow losing Hywel Baker and Geraint Powell to injury in a short space of time.

Vardre then ran in three tries before the break through Left Winger Callum Roache (2), and Outside Half Lewis Humpfrys.Two were converted by Brunton.

Things looked bleak for the Quins at the start of the second half, but within a minute the Quins were over the Vadre line with a try from Left Wing Kobie Thomas after a fine chase from the restart. Morgan Rogers missed the Conversion.

Centre Gethin Bradney soon added a second try after Quins pressure and Morgan Rogers converted to pull the score back 31-15.

On the hour the Quins scored a fantastic try with some brilliant passing and running angles sparked by Outside Half Ben Hathaway, enabling Gethin Bradney to score his second try of the match, Rogers converted to pull the score back to 31-22 and suddenly it was game on.

With a plethora of replacements made due to the rolling subsitution rule, and with Players in different positions, Vardre soon re-established their superiority running in three more tries in the last 10 minutes through Full Back Luke Jones, Lewis Humphrys, and Richard Brunton who finished with a tally of 22 points.

For the Quins Jack Brown and Gethin Bradney both had an outstanding match. The Replacements Kieron Machin and in particular Ben Hathaway made a huge difference when they came on.

Team: Rhys Bradney, Tom Donovan, Geraint Powell, Adam Jones, Kobie Thomas, Morgan Rogers, Josh Brown, Jack Brown (Capt), Jack Millitte, Danny Wilkes, Liam Scourfield, Jack Byrne, Hywel Baker, Dan MacCloud, Connor Kolmel. Replacements: Harry Owen, Rob Hearne, Tom Wheeler, Kieron Machin, Ben Hathaway, Tom Barrass and Gethin Bradney.

Related Topics:Division 3 Cup Pembroke Dock Quins pembrokeshire Rugby Vardre

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AN EXTRAORDINARY cup tie unfolded at Grenig Park as Cwmamman United and Tenby AFC shared a breathless 3-3 draw, before the hosts edged through 3–2 on penalties.

Tenby struck almost instantly, with Lloyd Hughes finding the net inside the opening minute. Cwm hit back on 14 minutes when Cam Isaac produced a superb finish to level the tie, but Joe Leahy restored Tenby’s lead before the break – a goal that for long spells looked like it might settle the contest.

Deep into stoppage time, however, Cwmamman refused to accept defeat. In the 100th minute, Jackson Brereton pounced to smash home an equaliser and force extra time.

The drama only intensified. Tenby were awarded a hotly disputed penalty in the 114th minute, converted confidently by Hughes. The spot-kick also saw Cwm’s Kieran Rees – who had been excellent alongside Kai O’Donnell at the heart of the defence – shown a red card.

But with virtually the last kick of the game, Cwm’s goalkeeper Kai Rees strode forward for a final desperate attack and unleashed a stunning 25-yard volley to make it 3-3, sparking wild celebrations around the ground.

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South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association – Week Twelve results

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December 14, 2025

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A PACKET week of fixtures in the South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association’s Friendly League saw key wins at both ends of the table as teams continue to jostle for position going into the second half of the season.

Match results (Week 12):

Hundleton 10–0 Lamphey
Badgers 2–8 St Johns
Reynalton 0–10 Carew
Kilgetty 8–2 East Williamston
Cosheston v Llanteg – postponed
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A previously postponed fixture was also completed, with St Twynnells drawing 5–5 with Reynaltón.

League table (after Week 12):
East Williamston remain top, having played 10 and won eight, with a strong shots difference of +125. Reynaltón sit second after 11 games with 58 points, while St Johns and Hundleton follow closely behind on 54 points each.

At the mid-table mark, Carew (49 points), St Twynnells (48) and Kilgetty (46) remain tightly grouped. Badgers, Lamphey, Llanteg and Cosheston make up the lower order, though the number of games played varies, leaving room for movement in the coming weeks.

Full standings:

Team	P	W	D	L	S/D	Points
East Williamston	10	8	0	2	+125	72
Reynaltón	11	5	2	4	+35	58
St Johns	10	5	1	4	+32	54
Hundleton	10	5	1	4	-2	54
Carew	9	5	0	4	-25	49
St Twynnells	10	4	2	4	-34	48
Kilgetty	11	5	0	6	-44	46
Badgers	11	3	1	7	-59	45
Lamphey	11	5	0	6	-10	44
Llanteg	8	4	0	4	-5	41
Cosheston	9	3	1	5	-13	40

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Haverfordwest RFC names Team of the Week

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December 14, 2025

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HAVERFORDWEST Rugby Football Club has announced its latest Team of the Week, celebrating standout performers from across the junior age groups following another busy weekend of fixtures.

Players from the U7s through to the U16s Eagles have been highlighted for their work rate, teamwork and commitment on the pitch, with coaches praising the effort shown by all who took part.

The club said the selections recognise not only individual performances but the dedication shown by players at training and during matches throughout the season.

Parents and supporters were quick to share their congratulations online, with particular praise for U12s players George Bentley and Tom Wheeler, who impressed during their fixture.

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U7s: Ollie Bromham & Arthur Slee
U8s: Theo Headland & Lyla Phillips
U9s: Theo Canton & George Thornton
U10s: Rhys Davies
U10s Eagles: Frankie Campbell
U11s: Griff Jenkins & Ollie Edwards
U12s: George Bentley & Tom Wheeler
U12s Eagles: Cyra Ellis
U15s: Logan Keane
U16s Eagles: Laura Cichon

Coaches thanked players and families for their continued support as Haverfordwest RFC moves through the winter fixtures, saying the positivity around the club remains a key part of its success.