Welsh Schools’ Under 15s Football Cup Quarter Final:

 
 

Milford Haven School 3 - Ysgol Dwr-y-Felin, Neath 1

 
Referee:  Mr Mike Algieri
Venue: Ysgol Gellyswick 3G pitch
 
Huge congratulations to Milford Haven Comprehensive School who are through to their age group semi-finals after a victory over opponents renowned for their schools’ football but coming up against a local team full of commitment and high skill levels.

A very tense first half saw Milford Haven conceding an early goal, and then playing the better football but unable to equalise, despite having created several chances. It seemed just a matter of time before they scored but the half time whistle came with them still a goal behind.
 

Milford Haven beginning to get on top

 
As the second half started, Milford Haven again played the better quality football and created a few chances through Mason Dolling, Bobby Jenkins and Jack Jenkins, but the Dwr-y-Felin keeper was quite safe in goal.
 
As the three-quarter mark approached the work-rate of Ashley Watkins, George Wheeler and Scott Paddison was outstanding in midfield and the goal came through Ashley Watkins, with a nice finish to make it 1-1.
 
Then a shot from Scott Paddison, and a blunder from their keeper, gifted the home team their second goal and the lead for the first time in what was always going to be a tight tussle.
 

Great defence – and the vital final score

 
The defence of skipper Owen Rickard, Harry Young, Lucas Aldred and Jayden Barrett defended tirelessly throughout and Dwr-y-Felin could just not break through as they were effortlessly marshalled by Owen Rickard.
 
Corey Riley was outstanding in goal, playing up a year and a last minute change due to Aidan Tansey not being able to play. Frazier Stoddart also marked his debut with a real contribution in his first game and Milford Haven made the game safe with a 3rd goal, this time from Bobby Jenkins.





Milford Haven School squad picture:
Back Row: George Wheeler; Harry Young; Frazier Stoddart; Bobby Jenkins; Corey Riley; Jack Jenkins; Aidan Tansey; Scott Paddison; Mr Martin Edwards.
Front Row: Morgan Davies; Ashley Watkins; Owen Rickard (Capt); Jayden Barrett; Lucas Aldred; Mason Dolling; Kieron Palmer.
 
Coach Martin thanks everyone!
 
Coach Mr Martin Edwards was understandably jubilant about the result and the way the squad played, and told PembrokeshireSport.co.uk,
“I would like to thank: The WHOLE SQUAD for the amazing comeback, and for never giving up - Fully deserved boys

“A special mention to Corey (year 10) for playing in goal at the last minute, Frazier Stoddart for making his debut off the bench, plus Kieron Palmer and Morgan Davies for being a valued part of the team today  

“A massive diolch to Ogi for sponsoring our playing shirts and diolch to Evans Coaches for our top quality transport as always

“The school would like to thank Mr Micky Algieri for officiating, Mr Butland for running the line and for his support, Miss Carrington for the HT sweets and to Ysgol Gelliswick for the use of the 3G pitch.

“As always a massive diolch to parents and carers for their continued support, without forgetting the pupils that showed their support today, and also the past pupils.
 
“What an amazing achievement, as the boys are through to the semi-finals of the Welsh Cup for their age group - a cracking bunch of boys who have been a pleasure to teach and to take to matches.
 
“You are truly a credit to Milford Haven School.
 
“As always a proud Mr Edwards, PE department and the whole school!”