Football - Division 1 Reports - 12th October 2024
Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League – Division 1
Wizards stun shell-shocked Kilgetty
Merlins Bridge 4 – Kilgetty 3
Merlins Bridge mounted a terrific second half comeback to seal an unlikely victory against shell-shocked Kilgetty at the Pembrokeshire Sports Village.
Kilgetty led 3-0 at half time and at that stage it looked as if it was going to be a routine second half win for the visitors, however Wizards boss Mike Preddy was delighted with his side’s character and desire as they clawed back the deficit to pick up their third win of the season.
The visitors were two-up with only 17 minutes on the clock both scored by Kyle Marsh, the central defender powerfully headed home Lloyd Hughes’ corner for the opener, then he added the second as a half cleared corner was lashed home from inside the 18 yard area.
Kilgetty added a third through the dangerous Hughes who finished clinically with an exquisite left footed finish.
However, the second half told a different story as the Wizards began to control matters and they were rewarded as Hayden Dimond finished from close range as the striker got on the end of a perfect Lee Hudgell cross.
Two minutes later Nathan Evans struck his sides’ second in similar fashion as his side’s opener, the Wizards continued to press as Dimond equalised from an acute angle.
In the 77
th minute the Wizards were reduced to ten men as two-goal hero Dimond was issued a second yellow card, but the hosts were still determined to get the win as skipper Jordan Thomas’ cross fell to substitute David Cromwell who struck an 89
th minute volley for the winner to stun Kilgetty.
Merlins Bridge: James Dickson, Harvey Dalton, Jian Lee, Jordan Thomas (Captain), Morgan Richards, Lee Hudgell, Ashley Beck, Nathan Evans, Hayden Dimond, David Cromwell, Tomos Gwilliam.
Subs: Josh Thomas, Daniel Isaac, Peter Thomas.
Kilgetty: Kurtis Marsh, Sam Lewis, Kyle Marsh, Jordan Jones, Brett Evans, Jordan Gorman, Richard Cope (Captain), Lloyd Hughes, Sean O’Neill, Morgan Scourfield, Rhys Hewson.
Subs: Josh Bevan, Ross Hurst, Steve Thomas.
Referee: Neill Crawshaw.
Goodwick win to go four points clear
Carew 1 – Goodwick United 4
Champions Goodwick United came from behind to comfortably defeat second from bottom Carew at the Gerald Hicks Recreation Ground.
This result ensured Goodwick moved four points clear at the top of the table as nearest rivals Hakin United dropped points with a draw at Pennar Robins.
The hosts started brightly as a swift counter attack saw Shaun Whitfield play in Marcus Griffiths, the striker deftly lobbed goalkeeper Nick Jones from 25 yards out.
Midway through the first period the Phoenix Lads equalised as Steff Hayes’ long throw-in in the box was headered home by skipper Scott Delaney as the score read 1-1 at the interval.
After the break, the champions dominated as Rhys Dalling played an inch perfect cross for Mattie Delaney to finish from eight yards.
Seven minutes later Chris O’Sullivan’s team added a third as Mattie Delaney’s free kick in the box allowed Will Haworth who scored with a terrific glancing near post header.
The fourth was created by Jonny Horgan who fed Dalling on the run, the striker cut in before he unleashed an unstoppable 18 yard drive which crashed into the back of Jack Harries’ net.
Carew: Jack Harries, Jacob Knox, Sonny Phillips (Captain), Zac Rowell, Jonathan Bennett, Finlay Drummond, Marcus Griffiths, Leon Davies, James Hinchliffe, Shaun Whitfield, Alex Bayley.
Subs: Rhys Daley, George Waters.
Goodwick United: Nick Jones, Steffan Hayes, Steven Dockerty, Sean Pemberton, Scott Delaney (Captain), Luke Hayward, Matthew Delaney, Jake Smith, Rhys Dalling, Will Haworth, Kieran Blundell.
Subs: Jonny Horgan, James Bryan, Chris O’Sullivan.
Referee: Paul Rooney.
Haworth hat-trick seals big win over Herbie
Clarbeston Road 6 – Herbrandston 1
Laurie Haworth grabbed a brilliant hat-trick to help Clarbeston Road to victory against Herbrandston at Knock Field.
The visitors bagged two early goals, both scored by the dangerous Haworth, it stayed the same score line at the interval.
After the break Mat Fox’s Clarby outfit were rewarded with a further two goals - both scored by lively midfielder Matthew Davies, former player boss Matthew Ellis bagged a fifth before Adam Whatling pulled one back for the visitors.
Virtually on the stoke of full time Haworth was on target with the sixth to complete his personal treble which secured the Road’s fifth win of the campaign.
Clarbeston Road: Rhys Mansell, Josh Wood, Joules Ward, Travis Jones, Matthew Griffiths, Rheinallt George (Captain), Jake Booth, Greg Brown, Jake Wesley, Matthew Davies, Laurie Haworth.
Subs: Matthew Ellis, Matthew Fox.
Herbrandston: Leigh Marchant, Thomas Richardson, Gedion Hockin, Matthew Jones, Harley Barrett, Scott Gellespie, Adam Whatling, Daniel Evans, Lee James, Liam Harries, Archie MacCallum.
Subs: Ethan Chalker, Cian Davenport, Leon Whatling.
Referee: David Evans.
Swifts fightback win over Tenby
Monkton Swifts 4 – Tenby 2
Monkton Swifts put on a stunning second half display as they came from behind to stun Tenby at Monkton Lane.
The visitors controlled matters in the first 45, and deservedly led 2-0 at half time thanks to well taken goals scored by Daryl Williams and Joe Leahy.
However, it was a totally different tale in the second period as the Swifts turned their fortunes around.
Ryan Hughes pulled one back, minutes later Jay Kilby equalised as the Swifts sensed victory was on the cards. Nathan Ferrier was on target with the third, then late in the game Paul Miller added a crucial fourth to secure the crucial points.
Monkton Swifts: Taylor Gullam, Ryan Hughes, Jay Kilby, Connor Hay, Ben Steele (Captain), Liam Butland, Billy Davis, Jack Clarke, Nathan Ferrier, Paul Miller, Jonathan Lee.
Sub: Harry Turner.
Tenby: Dylan Noot, Ned Davies, Sam Butler, Billy Evans, Richard Perry, Daniel Storer (Captain), Joe Leahy, Daryl Williams, Jacob Hipkiss, Curtis Hurlow.
Subs: James Ardern, Fraser Finaly, George Taylor.
Referee: Gary Lewis.
Tish and Robins share spoils
Pennar Robins 1 – Hakin United 1
Pennar Robins sealed a thoroughly deserved draw with high flying Hakin United at Bush Camp.
The Vikings created enough scoring chances to win this tussle, but Pennar frustrated the visitors and were good value for their point come the final whistle.
The visitors were awarded an early penalty after Leon Luby was taken down inside the box. Justin ‘Skinny’ Harding made no mistake from 12 yards to put his side ahead.
However just before the break the Robins equalised from as an exquisite edge of the area free kick by Cameron Brunton found the back of the net to square matters at half time.
The second period saw both teams squander chances in front of goal as it finished all square.
Pennar Robins: Rory Williams, Nick Willis, Luke Phillips, Sam Southcott, Ross Jones, Connor Roberts (Captain), Daniel James, Kieran Smith, Ben Adams, Jamie Wilkes, Cameron Brunton.
Subs: Liam Williams, Tom Grimwood, Noah Davison.
Hakin United: Gareth Fawcett, Kieran King, Camron Thomas, Jake Merry, Jay Power, Jordan Kilby, Leon Luby, Ryan Wilson (Captain), Justin Harding, Jack Britton, Shane Walsh.
Subs: Callum Stannett, Jack Griffiths, Dylan McGuire.
Referee: Alan Boswell.
All square between Tish and Robins
St Ishmaels 1 – Milford United 1
Battling St Ishmaels picked up a home draw against derby neighbours Milford United.
The Robins took the lead on the stroke of half time as skipper Scott Griffiths set-up Josh Lees inside the area.
But to their full credit Tish deservedly equalised as Owen Lawrie struck in the 69
th minute to earn his side the share of the spoils.
St Ishmaels: Owen Thomas, Sol Goodall, Owen Lawrie, Max Howells, Finley Armstrong, Brennan Devonald (Captain), Adam Kingsbeer, Ieuan Hawkins, Joel Mills, Thomas Williams, Nathan Thomas.
Subs: Dylan Ninnis, Daniel Coe, Andrew Pawlett.
Milford United: Charlie Malloy, Rhys Brawn, Sam Davies, Anthony Hubbuck, Scott Griffiths (Captain), Ieuan Rutherford, Joey Jones, Morgan Picton, Liam Parks, Liam Davies, Josh Lees.
Subs: Curtis Davies, Ben Lloyd, William Goodall.
Referee: Tudor Walters.