16th March 2013
Jonah rolls back the years to score superb hat-trick for runaway league leaders
Hakin United stay ten points clear at the top of the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division.
The Vikings won 4-1 at Pennar Robins. Paul Jones, better known as Jonah, rolled back the years as the prolific striker scored a superb hat-trick and Jonty Bennett also added his name to the runaway league leaders score sheet.
The visitors were reduced to ten-men as goalkeeper Steven Hartley was sent off and Michael Cooper went between the sticks. James Phillips pulled a goal back for the Robins, but it did not affect the final result, as the Vikings are odds-on favourites to kick on and win the title, as the end of the season quickly closes in.
At the bottom end of the table St Ishmaels won 4-2 at rock bottom Hundleton. This was a game that Hundleton would have targeted to win, but it did not work out as they suffered a 16th defeat of the campaign. Brennan Findlay (2), Lewy Davies and Joel Morgan scored for the visitors whilst Thomas Powell and Rhodri Davies scored for the bitterly disappointed homesters.
Narberth stay second in the table, picking up an impressive 4-0 victory at Monkton Swifts. Bagging the goals for the flighty Bluebirds were Jordan Richards, Jordan Williams, Gavin Rees and Richard Henton.
Goodwick United bagged the biggest win of the afternoon, winning 9-1 at second from bottom Solva. Finding the back of the net for the visitors were Steve Evans (2), Rhys Dalling (2), Darren Devonald, Tom Jones, Kieran O'Brien, James Evans and Ryan Thomas. Ben Jones scored the homesters' solitary effort.
There were two fixtures postponed due to heavy rain that fell before kick off on Saturday. The games that didn't start and will be played at a later date were Neyland v Johnston and Tenby v Merlins Bridge.
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Jonah scored a superb hat-trick for clear leaders Hakin United.
9th March 2013
Tenby hold runaway league leaders Hakin United to a surprise draw at The Observatory
Hakin United still lead by ten points at the summit of the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division, despite only managing a 3-3 draw at home to Tenby.
It's been a bad week for the Vikings, losing 4-0 in midweek in the Senior Cup semi-final to Second Division West Dragons, and then only salvaging a point at home to Tenby.
Justin Harding (2) and Steve Mathias scored for the homesters, whilst Billy Vaughan, James McDowell and Daryl Mansbridge replied for the delighted visitors.
Narberth stay in second place, picking up an impressive 4-2 victory at St Ishmaels. Jordan Williams bagged a brace for the Bluebirds alongside other goals from Aled Thomas (penalty) and Jordan Richards. Tish replied with goals from Gareth Fawcett and Brennan Findlay, but on the day the visitors were good value for the points.
Goodwick United moved up to third in the table after defeating Johnston 3-2 at home. Both teams have reached the last four of the West Wales Intermediate Cup, but the hosts edged a five-goal affair thanks to goals by Kieran O'Brien, James Evans and Rhys Dalling, despite the visitors bagging goals through Mark Jones and Chris Ormond.
Champions Merlins Bridge were soundly beaten 3-1 at home against Monkton Swifts. Stephen McNabney grabbed the Wizards' only goal from the penalty spot, but the Swifts easily wrapped-up the points as Tom Meiring, Dan Scourfield and Rob Jones all found the back of the net.
Neyland narrowly defeated bottom of the table Hundleton 2-1 at home. Wayne Parry and Mikey Chandler struck the goals for the Nomads, and Jack Richards replied for the struggling visitors.
Saundersfoot Sports are in sixth spot after defeating Pennar Robins 3-1 at home. Grabbing the goals for the triumphant Sports was Ryan Howells, Geoff Marsh and Chris Milward. Robins solitary effort was scored by Ben Nicholas, the team had two days earlier crashed out of the Senior Cup semi final , losing 4-0 against Johnston at the Conygar Bridge Meadow.
PHOTOS:
Tenby goalkeeper Dan Escott cleanly gathers the ball on the edge of the box at Hakin.
Bridge defender Jonathan Sable counter attacks against Monkton Swifts.
2nd March 2013
Nine-man Goodwick and Johnston win to march into West Wales Cup semi finals
Goodwick United and Johnston bagged superb victories to book their place in the West Wales Intermediate Cup semi finals.
Goodwick gained a brilliant 4-3 win at Seaside, thanks to goals scored by Steve Evans, Lewis Banks, Rhys Dalling and Tom Jones. It was a tough cup tie with the visitors finishing the game with nine men as Anthony Couzens and Wayne O'Sullivan both were sent off in the second half, but they clung on for superb victory where Hakin United had failed in the previous round.
Johnston dramatically won 4-2 at home to Malsters Sports. Ross Jelf and Chris Wright bagged early goals for the visitors, before a stunning free kick by Steve Mills made it 1-2 at half time. Midway through the second half and Adam Hawkins equalised with a far post volley, and within a minute, Joe John grabbed a super goal that gave the Tigers the lead. Malsters frustration got the better of them as they had Ashley Manning and Jamie Norman both sent off by referee Kevin Bowen. Then to add insult to Malsters injury James Skudder grabbed a fourth bang on time.
Both Pembrokeshire teams will go in the hat for the semi final draw alongside Penlan Club who defeated Giants Grave 1-0 and Morriston Olympic who won 4-3 at Murton Rovers.
Hakin United have stretched their lead to twelve points at the top of the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division, winning 3-1 at bottom placed Hundleton. Ashley Bevan (2) and Andrew Kingston scored for the high-flying Vikings.
Narberth moved up to second after overcoming Saundersfoot Sports 2-0 at home. Bagging the goals for the Bluebirds was Jordan Richards who struck twice in the second half.
Champions Merlins Bridge could only draw 2-2 at home against Neyland. Ben Skudder and Dai Davies scored for the Wizards, but Andrew Kemp and Nathan Warlow replied for the Nomads.
St Ishmaels drew 1-1 at home against Pennar Robins. Luke Jones grabbed the opener for the visitors, but Adam Davies equalised from the penalty spot to salvage a point for Tish.
Tenby moved further away from the relegation zone after easily overcoming Solva 3-1 at home. Richard Perry, Billy Vaughan and Daryl Mansbridge scored for the homesters, whilst Luke Jones bagged a
PHOTOS:
Johnston line up before their dramatic cup win over Malsters Sports
Steve Mills clears for Johnston
Johnston attack against Malsters Sports
23rd February 2013
Vikings defeat champions Merlins Bridge to go 11 points clear at the top of the table
Hakin United have gone 11 points clear at the top of the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division after narrowly overcoming champions Merlins Bridge 2-1 at home.
The Vikings are in pole position to win this season's silverware after winning a tough clash at the Obs. Justin 'Skinny' Harding gabbed a goal in each half to ease the Vikings to their 13th win of the season. The Wizards had skipper Nathan Thomas and centre back Paul Thomas sent off and the Vikings had defender Leigh Broome red carded as Hakin finished the game with ten men and the Bridge with nine. Dai Davies grabbed a late consolation goal for the visitors who have slipped down the table from second place to sixth.
Johnston moved up to second spot after a convincing 4-1 victory at Saundersfoot Sports. Nick Cope gave the Seasiders the lead, but a superb hat-trick from hot shot striker Joe John and a solitary effort from his co striker Adam Hawkins secured his side's ninth win of the campaign.
Narberth stay in third position after comfortably winning 4-0 at bottom of the table Hundleton. Jordan Richards claimed a goal brace alongside further goals from team mates Morgan Preece and Ryan Williams.
Goodwick United go fourth after claiming a 2-0 victory at out of form Neyland. First half goals from Rhys Dalling and Darren Devonald secured their side's ninth win of the season.
Monkton Swifts returned to winning ways with a handsome 5-2 home win against close rivals Tenby. Daniel Scourfield and Matthew Davies grabbed two goals each and veteran Jamie Callan also grabbed a rare goal. In reply, Billy Vaughan and Sam Christopher netted for the visitors.
Pennar Robins won by the biggest margin of the afternoon. Incredibly the Robins despatched of poor Solva 8-0 at Bush Camp. Leading the rout was striker Wayne Brunton who netted four times alongside further goals from Sam Southcott, Ben Nicholas (penalty), Andrew Green and Dean Lawrence completed the rout.
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Justin 'Skinny' Harding scored both goals for Hakin United in their top of the table victory over last season's league champions Merlins Bridge.
16th February 2013
Tigers find Kilvey easy meat in the cup and runaway leaders Hakin win again
Johnston caused an upset by hammering Swansea League Kilvey Ford 9-1 to reach the quarter final of the West Wales Intermediate Cup.
This was an incredible result for the Tigers, possibly the best result in its club's history. Joe John starred, the striker bagging five glorious goals alongside a brace from Luke Hayward and also good strikes from Adam Hawkins and James Skudder. The visitors finished the cup-tie with ten-men, but on the day they should have no complaints with the final score as they were completely out classed by the silky Tigers. Johnston will have home advantage again in the quarter final where they will face another Swansea League outfit Malsters Sports.
Hakin United go 11 points clear at the top of the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League table after winning 3-1 at Saundersfoot Sports. Bagging the goals for the Vikings were James Stanmore, Justin Harding and a penalty from Steve Allen, Danny Caine grabbed a consolation goal.
Stephen McNabney netted five times in Merlins Bridge's 7-0 demolition at home to Solva. This win puts the champions in second spot as Gethin Roberts and Brett Shakir also found the back of the net for the wonderful Wizards.
Goodwick United came from a goal behind at half time to ease to a 3-1 victory at home against bottom of the table Hundleton. Goodwick grabbed second half goals through Aled Rees, Rhys Dalling and Steve Evans to secure the points.
Wayne Brunton bagged the only goal in a tough derby clash where Pennar Robins won 1-0 against Monkton Swifts.
Billy Vaughan struck four goals for Tenby in an impressive 7-3 victory at St Ishmaels. Sam Christopher (2) and Callum Proctor also scored for the visitors, whilst Gareth Fawcett, Andrew Howells and Brennan Findlay scored for well-beaten Tish.
PHOTOS:
Luke Hayward scores Johnston's first goal against Kilvey Ford.
Stephen McNabney grabbed five goals for Merlins Bridge against Solva.
9th February 2013
Weather disrupts local football matches as Johnston gain cracking win at Monkton Swifts to go second in the table
There were only three matches completed in the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division on Saturday.
Once again heavy rain caused havoc to the local league fixtures programme. Top games such as Hakin United versus St Ishmaels, Goodwick United versus Saundersfoot Sports and Merlins Bridge versus Neyland were all called off due to waterlogged pitches.
However, Johnston took full advantage to go second in the table after picking up a convincing 3-0 away win over Monkton Swifts. Scott Murray, Adam Hawkins and Liam Boswell all found the back of the net for the triumphant Tigers.
Johnston goalkeeper Martin Langdon also pulled off a stunning save to deny Daniel Scourfield scoring from the penalty spot.
Solva gained a crucial 3-0 win over Pennar Robins at home. This victory sees Solva move off the bottom of the table thanks to cracking goals scored by Ben Jones (2) and Scott James.Hundleton slipped down to bottom of the table after narrowly losing 2-1 at Tenby. Billy Vaughan and Richard Perry scored for the homesters whilst Craig Manning scored a late consolation goal.
PHOTOS:
Substitute Liam Boswell grabbed Johnston's third goal in an excellent victory at Monkton Swifts.
Monkton Swifts' keeper Lance Cresse and Jamie Callan under pressure from a Johnston corner.
2nd February 2013
West Wales Intermedaite Cup – Round Four
Bridge bow out against Neath Giants
Merlins Bridge 1 – Giant's Grave 4
Merlins Bridge bowed out of the West Wales Cup as they failed to capitalise on a good first half performance and allowed Giant's Grave to score three unanswered goals in the second period.
Giant's Grave hail from the Briton Ferry area and are showed why they are contenders for the Neath Premier League title as they fielded a very experienced side which included coach Ian Morgan at the heart of their defence, with others of the calibre of Richard Barness, Dai Ball, and especially Keith Phillips with the ability to hold the ball up well and make it do the work.
To be fair to the Wizards, they never stopped running as Dai Davies and Nathan Thomas tried to win the midfield battle but couldn't build enough periods of pressure, especially with the wind in their favour.
Skilful play pays off
The visitors served notice of their skilful play, even on a very heavy pitch, as Phillips flicked a shot just wide early on and Chris Hopkins rapped the woodwork with a left foot volley, whilst Steve McNabney fired into the side netting from the Wizards' first attack.
But Merlins Bridge conceded a sloppy goal after 27 minutes when they failed to clear a ball lofted into their area and Hopkins scored, via the near post.
Giant's Grave continued to have marginally the better of the play but the Bridge drew level in the vital period before half time when they managed to sustain pressure in the box and it fell to McNabney for the striker to rifle his shot through a forest of legs and past Chris Pendleton in the Giant's Grave goal.
Giant's Grave grab two goals in a minute
At this stage the Bridge could consider themselves slight favourites with the wind at their backs and the conditions getting heavier – but they conceded soft goals in the 53rd and 54th minutes to trail 3-1. Firstly they failed to clear and the ball fell to Sam Baker, who curved the ball past the despairing arms of Gary Thomas and into the far top corner of the net. Then another defensive lapse allowed Hopkins to break clear and after rounding Thomas his shot rolled agonisingly over the line.
The Bridge tried unsuccessfully to claw their way back into contention but the final nail in their coffin came when man of the match Keith Phillips picked up the ball some 25 yards out and rifled a diagonal shot which flew into the far corner – a superb goal to grace any game.
There was no way back for the Bridge after that and although they kept running at the Giant's Grave defence it was the visitors who moved through and left Merlins Bridge to reflect on what might have been.
Merlins Bridge: Gary Thomas, Gethin Roberts, Simon Gilderdale, Paul Thomas, Simon Thomas, Brett Shakir, Peter Thomas, Nathan Thomas, Dai Davies, Ben Skudder, Stephen McNabney. Substitutes: Lee Hudgell; Gareth Williams; Jac Pepper.
Giant's Grave: Chris Pendleton: Mel Arthur; Richard Barness; Chris Mahoney; Ian Morgan; Ross Davies; Dai Ball; Sam Baker; Chris Hopkins; Keith Phillips; Dan Evans. Substitutes: Dan Williams; Jamie Jones; Gavin Williams.
Referee: Jonathan Twigg.
Simon Thomas battles for possession for the Bridge.
It's a goal...
...Stephen McNabney is congratulated for equalising by Bridge colleagues.
26th January 2013
Vikings thrash Swifts as Sports and Solva both win at home
Hakin United go nine points clear at the top of the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division after thrashing Monkton Swifts 12-1 at home.
This victory certainly sends out a loud and clear message of the Vikings' title intentions. Only a few weeks ago the Swifts were second in the table, but this was their third defeat in a row as they slipped down to sixth spot.
James Stanmore had a magnificent game for the Vikings and finished with five goals as his reward. Justin 'Skinny' Harding grabbed a hat-trick and Ashley Bevan, Steve Mathias and Scott Davies all added their names to the Vikings' impressive score sheet. The Swifts grabbed a late consolation goal from Carl Rees, on a day that they quickly want to forget.
Saundersfoot Sports took the opportunity to move up to second in the table after easily overcoming Neyland 5-1 at home. Geoff Marsh (2), Jake Marsh, Richard Cope and Chris Milward grabbed the goals for the silky-looking Sports. Andrew Kemp grabbed a goal in the second half for the beaten Nomads, who had no complaints at the final whistle.
Solva moved off the bottom of the table thanks to Whitland rugby player Fraser Watson scoring twice against fellow strugglers Hundleton. Watson only played because of a pre-match injury to a Solva player and came on ten minutes after the start. Both his goals were scored in the first half as he showed his liking for the round-ball game and Harry Elliott grabbed the third to secure Solva's second win of the season that takes his side off the foot of the table and leaves Tenby in bottom spot.
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Hakin United's Ashley Bevan takes on Monkton Swifts' Daniel Scourfield.
19th January 2012
Snow affects games but Goodwick, Johnston and Pennar all gain valuable victories
There were only three matches played in the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division on Saturday.
The Merlins Bridge versus Hundleton, Monkton Swifts versus Tenby and Narberth versus Saundersfoot Sports were all victims of the heavy snow that hit the county.
Johnston gained a hard fought 5-3 victory at home over bottom of the table Solva. The Tigers' strike force of Joe John (3) and Adam Hawkins (2) netted the goals between them. In reply, two own goals and a deft lob from Ben Jones saw the visitors put up a defiant performance.
Goodwick United deservedly won 3-1 against St Ishmaels at Phoenix Park. Steve 'Tinker' Evans scored a brace alongside a well-taken goal scored by Lewis Banks. Gareth Fawcett scored a superb solo goal for Tish, who were without the influential services of experienced players Adam Davies and Marc Devonald.
Pennar Robins proved too strong for Neyland, the visitors convincingly winning 4-0 at the Athletic Ground. Johnny Badrock and Joe Lewis scored goals in the first half and substitute Phil Thompson bagged a brace in the second half to secure the points.
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Joe John (in action) bagged a hat-trick for Johnston in their 5-3 win at home against bottom of the table Solva.
Wayne Parry pumps ball forward for Neyland as Pennar's midfielder Joe Lewis closes him down.
12th January 2012
Dragons' cause upset as holders Hakin, Pennar and Johnston all march into semis
There were no real shocks in Saturday's Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League Senior Cup quarter final clashes as the four semi-finalists to play at the Conygar Bridge Meadow are now known.
Holders Hakin United defeated Narberth 7-4 in a high-scoring affair at the Obs. Both sides finished the cup-tie with ten men as Jonty Bennett (Hakin) and Richard Henton (Narberth) both received red cards in separate incidents from referee Sean O'Connor.
Justin Harding (3), James Stanmore (2), Ashley Bevan and an own goal earned the Vikings a deserved win. Jordan Richards (2), Jordan Williams and Morgan Preece scored for the visitors.
The only upset was Second Division outfit West Dragons winning 3-1 at Division One rivals Hundleton. Steven Dockerty opened the scoring for the visitors but Marc Edwards equalised to make in 1-1 at half time. In the second period the Dragons grabbed two unanswered goals through Carl Hedley and Jamie Palmer to reach the semi final for the first time in their history.
In an all-First Division affair Johnston narrowly defeated Monkton Swifts 3-2 at the Glebelands Ground. In-form striker Joe John bagged a brace alongside a goal scored by Adam Hawkins. Last season's beaten finalists replied with goals scored by Lee Gilpin and Lee Brockway.
Pennar Robins easily despatched Third Division Lawrenny, the visitors comfortably winning 5-0 away from home to reach the semis. Bagging the goals for the Robins were Dai Patterson (2), Sam Southcott, Luke Phillips and Dean Lawrence.
The draw for the semi-finals will take place in a few weeks' time where the names of Hakin United, West Dragons, Johnston and Pennar Robins will be placed in the hat.
There were only three First Division games played as St Ishmaels were thrilled that they won 5-3 in Neyland. Joel Morgan (2), Gareth Fawcett, Gareth Cheshire and Craig Harding found the back of the net for the visitors. Craig Lucas (2) and Wayne Parry scored for the disappointed Neyland, whose home form has been very inconsistent this season.
Champions Merlins Bridge was held to a 1-1 draw at Goodwick United. Stephen McNabney scored for the Wizards but United grabbed a late equaliser through Rhys Dalling to secure a point. Bernie Armstrong received a warm welcome from the Goodwick faithful on his return as Bridge manager at Phoenix Park. Merlins Bridge is currently eight points behind leaders Hakin United with 12 games of the season still to play.
Saundersfoot Sports won 4-2 at home to bottom of the table Solva. Richard Cope (2), Nick Cope and Russel Evans found the back of the net for the homesters. Gary Reynolds and Brian Phillips scored for troubled Solva.
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Narberth's Kyle Quatermains fails to block Hakin United's hat-trick hero Justin 'Skinny' Harding from delivering a pass.
5th January 2013
Hakin United defeat Pennar Robins to go nine points clear at top of Division One table
Hakin United have gone nine points clear at the top of the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League Division One table.
The Vikings convincingly won 6-1 at home to Pennar Robins. Steve Mathias (2), Justin Harding (2), James Stanmore and Ashley Bevan scored for the runaway league leaders. The Robins replied with a solitary goal scored by veteran striker Dean Driscoll.
Merlins Bridge moves up to second after easily overcoming Saundersfoot Sports 5-0 at the Racecourse. This was a tremendous result for newly installed Wizards manager Bernie Armstrong. Stuart Gray (2), Steve McNabney, Brett Shakir and substitute Ben Skudder grabbed the goals for the Wizards.
Monkton Swifts slipped down from second to third after losing 2-0 against Narberth at Jesse Road. Jordan Williams scored a brilliant brace in the second half in a highly entertaining match.
Goodwick United gained an emphatic 6-2 victory at third from bottom Hundleton. Lewis Banks (2), James Dean (2), Tom Jones and Rhys Dalling scored for the visitors. Thomas Powell and Craig Asparassa scored for struggling Hundleton, who find themselves in a relegation dogfight with Tenby and Solva.
Johnston grabbed a slender 3-2 victory over Neyland at home. James Skudder, Liam Boswell and Joe John netted for the Tigers and Sean Hannon and Nathan Warlow replied for the unlucky Nomads.
St Ishmaels versus Tenby was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.
PHOTOS:
Neyland's Sean Hannon and Johnston's Luke Hayward tussle for possession.
New manager Bernie Armstrong delighted with Merlins Bridge's five-goal win over Saundersfoot Sports.
15th December 2012
Hakin stay top of table as Swifts move into second spot and Bridge return to winning ways
There were only four games played in the First Division of the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League on Saturday.
Two matches were postponed due to waterlogged pitches at Saundersfoot Sports and Tenby, who were due to play Johnston and St Ishmaels respectively.
Hakin United stay six points clear at the top of the table after defeating Neyland 4-2 at the Observatory at the halfway point of the season. James Stanmore, Steve Allen (penalty), Justin Harding and Michael Cooper scored for the Vikings, whilst Aaron McQuillan and Craig Lucas replied for the Nomads, who have as a result dropped two places down the table to sixth.
Monkton Swifts who won 3-1 at Goodwick United achieved the best result of the day. The Swifts have now moved into second spot since Benno Jones has returned as manager. James Evans scored from the penalty spot to give Goodwick the lead, but the Swifts bounced back with goals from Lee Gilpin, Michael Canton and Tom Meiring to take the points.
Solva stay bottom of the table after narrowly losing 1-0 at Narberth. Ashley Williams grabbed the only game of the match played in heavy conditions at Jesse Road.
Merlins Bridge returned to winning ways with a hard fought 4-2 victory at Pennar Robins. All the gossip this week has been how Matthew Price has departed as manager following their heavy defeat at Monkton Swifts last week.
But goals scored by Stuart Gray (2), Steven McNabney and Ben Skudder ensured that the Wizards picked up their sixth win of the season. The Robins have slipped down to tenth in the league ladder, replied with goals from Dean Driscoll and Luke Phillips.
There won't be any football played for the next two weeks as the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League takes a break over the festive holiday.
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James Stanmore scored the first goal for league leaders Hakin United, who defeated Neyland 4-2 at home.
9th December 2012
Hakin win to go six points clear at top of table also Pennar and Hundleton progress in Senior Cup
Hakin United have stretched their lead at the top of the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division to six points after defeating second placed Saundersfoot Sports 3-1 at the Observatory Ground.
With all the other results also going the Vikings way this has put them in pole position, thanks to goals from Michael Cooper, Steve Allen (penalty) and Ashley Bevan, the Sports grabbed a late consolation goal through Danny Caine.
The biggest shock of the afternoon was champions Merlins Bridge being thrashed 6-2 at Monkton Swifts. Michael Canton (3), Lee Gilpin, Rob Jones and James Russell scored for the soaring Swifts. Peter Thomas and Matthew Price scored in vain for the stunned Bridge.
Johnston came from behind to secure a 2-2 draw at home to Narberth. Ashley Williams and Morgan Preece bagged goals for the Bluebirds, but two late goals by Steve Mills and Joe John earned the Tigers a crucial point.
Steve Evans and Kieran O'Brien found the back of the net for Goodwick United who defeated Neyland 2-0 at home.
Gareth Fawcett scored two vital goals for Tish who narrowly defeated bottom of the table Solva 2-1, Ben Jones scored for the visitors, who after this defeat are now firm favourites to be relegated at the end of the season.
Phil Thompson bagged a fantastic second half hat-trick to help Pennar Robins to a convincing 4-1 win over Tenby at home in the Senior Cup. Wayne Brunton also added his name to the Robins' score sheet, and Toby Rossiter scored the visitors' only goal.
Hundleton won 4-3 on penalties at Clarbeston Road after it finished 4-4 after extra time. The First Division outfit's goal scorers were Craig Manning (2), Rhodri Lewis and Geraint Lewis. Matthew Lloyd (2), Mikey Loveridge and Richard Bevan scored for unlucky Second Division Clarbeston Road.
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Phil Thompson scored a fantastic hat-trick for Pennar Robins in their 4-1 Senior Cup victory over Tenby.
1st December 2012
West Wales Intermediate Cup Round Three:
Tigers too strong for brave Clarbie
Clarbeston Road 0 - Johnston 7
Johnston were far too strong and streetwise for Clarbeston Road and came away with a seven-goal victory as reward for their dominance, despite the yeoman efforts of Dan Rees, Chris Darlington and Co in the Clarbie defence.
To be fair to Clarbie they never gave up trying and had several chances to get on the scoresheet but failed to find the target or forced good saves from Jim Payne in the Tigers' goal.
But the issue had been settled by half time as Johnston were 5-0 up and with James Skudder, Mark Jones, Luke Hayward and Liam Boswell doing well and with former Clarbie players Adam Hawkins and Joe John posing all sorts of problems up front.
Chances soon come for Johnston –
and go for Clarbie!
John missed an early chance as Lee Scott saved well for Clarbie but the Tigers took the lead when Adam Hawkins created the chance and Boswell scored with the outside of his left boot.
Hawkins also set up Joe John with a good cross but the resultant header from John rapped the crossbar before Hawkins turned from creator to goal scorer as he punished a defensive error to fire home a low shot.
Joe John made it 3-0 as he scored with a well-placed left foot drive and when Boswell was pulled down in the box it was dominant central defender who fired in the spot-kick so that The Tigers were 4-0 ahead after only half an hour.
Greg Brown had a far-post header well-saved by Payne and Jason Griffiths volleyed just over the bar as Clarbie tried hard to reduce the deficit before Johnston went nap a good cross-field pass by Hawkins allowed Joe John to claim his second goal from the edge of the box.
Tigers still on top in the second half
The second half saw Johnston still on top as Steve Mills and James Skudder featured on the ball before a goalmouth scramble allowed sweeper Chris Ormond to score a rare goal for the visitors, who made it 7-0 when sub Martyn Tweedie scored the goal of the game as he twisted and turned a defender outside the box and rifled a left-foot drive into the net.
Richard Bevan had a couple of chances at the other end but shot wide and then forced a superb tackle by Andrew John so Clarbie were unable to get on the scoresheet and Johnston marched easily into the next round!
Referee Kevin Bowen had a good game in charge and he worked well with club flag men Delwyn Lewis (Clarbeston Road) and Steve Mills Snr (Johnston).
Clarbeston Road: Lee Scott, Matthew Fox, Dan Rees, Rheinallt George, Chris Darlington, Greg Brown, Emyr Griffiths, Dan Lewis, Joules Ward, Richard Bevan, Jason Griffiths. Subs: Matthew Griffiths, Nick Bevan, Matthew Davies.
Johnston: Jim Payne, Andrew John, Kristian Griffiths, Chris Ormond, Steve Mills, James Skudder, Luke Hayward, Mark Jones, Liam Boswell, Adam Hawkins, Joe John. Subs: Scott Murray, Martyn Tweedie, Tom Richards.
Referee: Kevin Bowen.
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PHOTOS:
Johnston - seven goal winners at Clarbie Road
Clarbeston Road - battled hard in vain
Referee Kevin Bowen, who had a very good game in charge
17th November 2012
Hakin United go three points clear at top of table and Merlins Bridge crash out of cup
Hakin United struck eleven goals past hapless Solva to go three points clear at the top of the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division on Saturday.
The Vikings were too strong in every department with the goals coming at regular intervals from James Stanmore (3), Paul Jones (3), Justin Harding (3), James Trueman and Ashley Bevan.
Second placed Saundersfoot Sports drew 2-2 at home with Monkton Swifts. Nick Cope and Kevin Berry scored for the Sports, whilst an own goal and Rob Jones netted for the visitors.
In a mid-table clash, Goodwick United gained a hard-fought 3-2 win over Narberth. Stephen Evans, Kieran O'Brien and Rhys Dalling found the back of the net for the homesters as Sean Pemberton and Jordan Williams struck goals for the visitors.
Tenby and Neyland drew 3-3 at the Clicketts. Craig Lucas (2) and Wayne Parry netted for the Nomads, an own goal, Sam Christopher and a penalty by Jerome Mansbridge secured a share of the spoils.
Pennar Robins won 3-2 at home to Sunnybank to progress in the West Wales Cup. Dean Lawrence (2) and Wayne Brunton scored for the triumphant Robins.
There was also a big shock in the Senior Cup where one of the favourites Merlins Bridge were thrashed 5-2 at home against Johnston. Bagging goals for the Tigers were Joe John (2), Chris Ormond, Mark Jones and Luke Hayward. Matthew D'Ivry and Dai Davies replied for the Bridge, who could have no complaints at the final whistle.
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Justin Harding was one of three Hakin United players to net a hat-trick.
10th November 2012
Lawrenny cause big Senior Cup upset and Tigers score nine goals in West Wales Cup
The heavy rain that caused pitches to waterlog affected a lot of the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League programme on Saturday.
There was only two First Division games scheduled and both of them were postponed.
But there some brilliant Senior Cup Round Two matches played and not everything went by the formbook.
Causing the biggest upset of the round was Lawrenny, of the third division, who gained the huge scalp of St Ishmaels, winning 1-0 at the First Division outfit's ground.
The only goal of the tie was scored five minutes from the end - when Dean Morris struck to earn his team a shock place in the quarterfinals.
Cup holders Hakin United didn't have it all their own way as they narrowly won 3-2 at home against close neighbours Milford Athletic, who play a division below the Vikings.
Ashley Cleevely and Gary Power scored from the spot for Athletic. But the Vikings hit back with crucial goals from James Stanmore (2) and Ashley Bevan to seal the Vikings' fate, but only just!
Narberth comfortably despatched of fellow First Division rivals Solva, winning by an emphatic 7-0 margin to reach the next round. Goals from Jordan Richards (2), Morgan Preece, Ritchie Adams, Kieran Lewis, Jordan Williams and an own goal did the damage.
Last season's beaten finalists Monkton Swifts won 6-3 at Division Two outfit St Clears. Lee Brockway (3), Michael Canton (2) and Lee Gilpin scored for the Swifts, whilst Owain Evans, Dorian Davies and Sean Seymour Davies replied for the homesters.
Johnston totally demolished Park Travellers 9-1 to progress into the next round of the West Wales Intermediate Cup. Adam Hawkins (3), Joe John (2), James Skudder (2), Scott Murray and Steve Mills scored the goals.
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Adam Hawkins grabbed a hat-trick in Johnston's 9-1 West Wales Cup victory at Park Travellers.
3rd November 2012
Winning habit continues for Sports as teams from around county do well in cup
There were only three games played in the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division, the rest of our top teams were involved in the second round of the West Wales Intermediate Cup.
Starting in the league, Neyland won 2-1 at Hundleton. Craig Lucas and Jeremy Evans netted for the visitors and Marc Edwards scored a late consolation goal for the homesters.
Monkton Swifts with former manager Benno Jones back in charge gained a narrow 2-1 victory at Solva. Jamie Callan and Daniel Scourfield scored for the Swifts and Rob Corner hit the target for unlucky Solva.
Saundersfoot Sports' impressive run in the league continues as they won 3-1 at St Ishmaels. Geoff Marsh (2) and a penalty by Dan Bates earned the visitors the points despite Lewy Davies scoring for sorry Tish.
Moving to the West Wales Intermediate Cup where our teams from Pembrokeshire picked-up some impressive victories.
Justin Harding (2), James Stanmore, Scott Davies, Steve Allen (penalty) and Paul Jenkins grabbed the goals in Hakin United's 6-0 drubbing at home to Tenby.
Merlins Bridge defeated Loughor 4-2 at home. Bradley Barrett, Matthew Price and a brace by Stephen McNabney booked the Wizards a place in the next round.
Clarbeston Road won 5-1 at home against Tonna. Greg Brown (2), Richard Bevan, Raff Barnett and Mikey Loveridge scored for the homesters.
Ashley Williams, Morgan Preece and Jordan Richards bagged the goals for Narberth in a superb win at Evans & Williams.
Ashton Plunkett, Bradley Cristofaro and William Goodall netted for Milford United who drew 3-3 with Penclawdd after extra-time at home. But the Robins finally progressed to the next round after dramatically winning 4-2 on penalties.
Johnny Horgan, Tom Jones (penalty) and Steve Blackford netted for Goodwick who won 3-1 at Penyfan United.
Milford Athletic lost 3-0 at St Josephs and Carew also bowed out losing 5-4 at CK Swiss Valley.
Haverfordwest Cricket Club, Johnston and Pennar Robins all had their cup-ties postponed, and they will now go ahead this Saturday, weather permitting.
PHOTO:
Peter Thomas in high octane action for Merlins Bridge in their impressive cup win over Loughor at the Racecourse.
27th October 2012
Tenby win first league game of season and Pennar dump Goodwick out of Senior Cup
Tenby finally broke their duck and won for the first time this season at home to Narberth in the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division.
Ashley Andrews (2), Sam Christopher and Daryl Mansbridge scored for Tenby in their terrific 4-1 victory over shell shocked Narberth, their only goal in reply was scored by Ashley Williams.
Hakin United stay three points clear of the chasing pack at the top of the table after picking-up a 3-1 victory at Neyland. Ashley Bevan grabbed a brace alongside a penalty scored by Steve Allen. Vastly experienced campaigner Wayne Parry scored the Nomads' solitary goal.
Johnston won 5-0 at rock bottom Hundleton and as a result has moved up to second in the table on goal difference ahead of third placed Merlins Bridge. Scoring for the Tigers were Joe John (2), Ben Phillips, Luke Hayward and Kristian Griffiths (penalty).
Monkton Swifts drew 2-2 at home to Saundersfoot Sports. Lee Gilpin and James Russell scored for the Swifts whilst a brace from Nick Cope earned the Sports a point.
Merlins Bridge won 3-0 at Solva. Grabbing goals for the Wizards was Peter Thomas, Matthew Price and Stephen McNabney. Solva finished the game with just nine players as referee Helmut Reinhardt sent off David Price and goalkeeper Lee Hartnell.
There was a fantastic Senior Cup tie at Bush Camp that finished with Pennar Robins narrowly overcoming Goodwick United 4-3. Wayne Brunton (2), Phil Thompson (penalty) and Dean Driscoll scored for the triumphant Robins whilst Rhys Dalling (2) and Steve Evans scored for unlucky Goodwick United.
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Ashley Bevan in action against Merlins Bridge earlier in the season, scored twice for Hakin United in their 3-1 victory over Neyland, that sees the Vikings stay three points clear at the top of the table.
20th October 2012
Hakin United go two points clear and Tenby claim victory to cause Senior Cup upset
Hakin United have moved two points clear at the top of the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division.
The Vikings easily accounted for Hundelton, winning 5-0 at the Observatory. Ashley Bevan and Paul Jones scored a brace apiece alongside a solitary effort from striker Justin Harding.
Champions Merlins Bridge drew 2-2 at home with Narberth. The Wizards are fourth in the table while the Bluebirds are flying high in third spot. Brett Shakir struck a double for the homesters, as Sean Pemberton and Kyle Quartermaine replied for the visitors, earning them a useful point on the road.
Johnston won 4-2 against Monkton Swifts at the Glebelands. Kristian Griffiths netted a brace for the Tigers alongside other goals scored by Joe John and Adam Hawkins. Billy Vaughan and Lee Jones replied for the visitors.
Neyland's good form continued as they won 2-1 at St Ishmaels. Paul Hannon struck twice for the Nomads; one of his goals came from the penalty spot. Tish actually took the lead with a solo effort by striker Adam Davies.
There was Senior Cup tie played on Saturday. Tenby caused an upset by winning 3-2 at neighbours Saundersfoot Sports. Gareth Warlow, Jerome Mansbridge and Sam Christopher netted for the triumphant visitors, Dan Bates (penalty) and Nick Cope scored for the Sports.
There were also two West Wales Intermediate cup-ties played on Saturday. Pennar Robins won 6-4 at Neath Premier outfit Coelbren Athletic. Dean Lawrence scored a superb hat-trick for the Robins and Phil Thompson (penalty), Craig George and Connor Gammer also added their names to the score sheet.
Goodwick United thrashed Pendine 7-1 at Phoenix Park; this fixture was reversed after two previous postponements. United's cup hero was Steve Evans who netted four times with other goals coming in the form of James Dean, Rhys Dalling and James Evans - ensuring they comfortably moved into the second round.
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Veteran Paul Jones came off the bench to score twice in the scond half for league leaders Hakin United, who defeated Hundleton 5-0 at home.
Senior Cup – Round 1
No big shocks in Saturday's eagerly awaited county premier football cup competition
There were no big shocks in Saturday's Senior Cup first round ties, as teams from around the county battled for a place into the next round of Pembrokeshire football's premier competition.
Holders Hakin United overcame third division Fishguard Sports by 2-0 at the Obs. As the score line suggests this wasn't as easy as the Vikings had envisaged. However, the Vikings grabbed second-half goals through Ashley Bevan and a late penalty from Steve Allen secured their passage into round two.
Clarbeston Road gained a narrow 3-2 victory over fellow second division rivals Milford United. Nick Bevan (2) and Matthew Lloyd scored for the Road, and Ashton Plunkett and Josh Smart bagged goals for the Robins.
In an all-second division affair, Scott Reid scored a superb hat-trick to help Herbrandston to a 4-2 win at home against Prendergast Villa.
Goals from Adam Hawkins and substitute Liam Boswell secured a hard-fought 2-0 home win for Johnston over fellow division one rivals Neyland.
In another all second division affair, Milford Athletic won 3-2 in extra-time at Kilgetty. Jordan Howells and Mike Beynon scored for the homesters, whilst Gary Power and a brace from Stuart MacDonald did the trick for Athletic.
Last season's beaten semi-finalists Solva narrowly won 3-2 at second division Lamphey, thanks to a brilliant hat-trick by striker Matthew Harries.
Brad McDermott Jenkins, Joe Kidney and Ben Jones all found the back of the net for Lawrenny in their 3-1 home victory against Hubberston.
First division St Ishmaels won 4-1 at second division Letterston. Bagging the goals for Tish were Gareth Cheshire (2), Ethan Hawkins and Adam Davies.
Merlins Bridge won 4-0 at Llangwm AFC from division five. Striker Steve McNabney grabbed four goals in the second half to see the Wizards home.
Monkton Swifts hammered third division Camrose 8-0 at home. Bagging goals for the last season's finalists were Lee Gilpin (3), Billy Vaughan (2), Michael Canton (2) and Tom Meiring.
First division Narberth easily overcame second division Carew 4-0 at Jesse Road. Richard Henton, Ashley Williams, Sean Pemberton and Jordan Williams scored for the Bluebirds.
Second division St Clears hammered Pembroke Boro of the third 8-0 at home. Bagging the goals for the Saints were Eddie Wiggins (2), Nick Squire (2), Dorian Davies, Gareth Griffiths, Owain Evans and a penalty by Martin Thomas.
West Dragons won 4-2 at home against Angle in an all-second division tie. Scoring for the Dragons were Scott Crawford (2), Joey Jones and Mike Turpin.
The first division tie between Saundersfoot Sports and Tenby was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.
Senior Cup Draw Round 2
Hakin United v Milford Athletic
Pennar Robins/Goodwick United v Tenby
Narberth v Solva
St Clears v Monkton Swifts
West Dragons v Herbrandston
Merlins Bridge v Johnston
Clarbeston Road v Hundleton
St Ishmaels v Lawrenny
PHOTOS:
Llangwm AFC
Merlins Bridge AFC
Goal scorer Steve McNabney in the air
Pictures by Bill Carne of PembrokeshireSport.co.uk
29th September 2012
Hakin United march to the of table as champions Merlins Bridge are humiliated at Saundersfoot Sports
There's a change at the top of Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League after Saturday's intriguing results.
Champions Merlins Bridge were hammered 5-2 at Saundersfoot Sports and as a result slipped down to second spot with the Sports occupying third, just a point behind the Wizards. Dan Storer, Danny Cope, Nicky Cope, Geoff Marsh and manager Sam Coleman scored the goals for the Sports in this shock win. Peter Thomas (Penalty) and Marcus Taylor bagged the goals for the Wizards on a day that they will quickly want to forget.
Going a point clear at the top of the table is Hakin United who narrowly won 2-1 at Tenby. Daryl Mansbridge scored to give the homesters an early lead, but Paul Jones equalised and late in the game Steve Allen sealed victory by scoring from the penalty spot.
Goodwick United sealed the biggest win in the division, winning 8-1 at Haverfordwest County. Striker Steve Evans banged-in five goals alongside others from Rhys Dalling (2) and Lee Burrows. The Bluebirds only goal was scored by Martin Carroll.
Pennar Robins gained an emphatic 5-0 victory over close neighbours Hundleton. Veteran goal-poacher Wayne Brunton scored a terrific first-half hat-trick and Richard Hughes and old campaigner Dean Driscoll scored further goals.
Monkton Swifts returned to winning ways with a comfortable 3-1 victory at home to Solva as Shaun Jones, Lee Brockway and Michael Canton scored for the Swifts whilst Matt Harries pulled one back for the visitors.
Neyland drew 2-2 with Narberth at home. The homesters led 2-0 thanks to early goals scored by Mike Chandler and Joe Charlton, but the visitors fought back with goals from Ritchie Adams and Sean Pemberton to salvage a draw.
Johnston gained a comfortable 4-0 win at St Ishmaels as all the goals were scored in the second half. Chris Ormond opened the Tigers' goal-scoring account with a header and ace striker Joe John incredibly grabbed a hat-trick in four minutes to secure the points.
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Rhys Dalling scored twice for Goodwick United who trounced Haverfordwest County 8-1.
22nd September 2012
No change at the top end of the table as Bridge, Hakin and Sports all win again
The top three teams in the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division all won on Saturday.
Current leaders Merlins Bridge won 4-0 at home to close neighbours Haverfordwest County. Grabbing the goals for the Wizards were Matthew Price (penalty – also missed one!), Marcus Taylor, Matthew D'Ivry and Peter Thomas to ensure they stay two points clear.
Second placed Hakin United won 4-1 at Solva. James Stanmore (2), Ashley Bevan and skipper Ewan Findlay hit the back of the net for the Vikings whilst Ben Jones scored a late consolation penalty for Solva.
In third spot, last season's Division Two runners-up Saundersfoot Sports won 3-2 at Neyland thanks to striker Ryan Howells bagging a brilliant hat-trick. The Nomads replied in vain with goals from Mike Chandler and Sean Hannon.
Narberth gained a hard fought 2-0 win over Johnston at Jesse Road. Jordan Williams and Jordan Richards, the latter making his debut bagged the goals. Narberth sit in fourth position as Johnston are fifth.
St Ishmaels picked up their second win in a row with a terrific 3-2 victory at Monkton Swifts. Adam Davies (2 – 1 penalty) and Gareth Fawcett scored for Tish and Mike Canton and Billy Vaughan struck for the stuttering Swifts.
Pennar Robins lost 5-3 at home to Goodwick United. The Robins led 3-0 at half time thanks to goals scored by Phil Thompson (2) and Nathan Patterson. But a brilliant come back by Goodwick saw them pinch victory with goals in the second period by Rhys Dalling (2), Tom Jones (penalty), Steve Evans and James Evans.
Hundleton won 6-4 against Tenby in the highest scoring match in the division. Craig Asperassa (2), Thomas Powell, Lloyd Wilson, Marc Edwards and Alex Lewis netted for the homesters, and Sam Christopher (2), Alex Harley and Daryl Mansbridge scored for Tenby who are bottom and remain pointless.
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Adam Davies scored twice for St Ishmaels in their terrific 3-2 win at Monkton Swifts.
15th September 15th
Champions Bridge drop points as Tish and Solva get off the mark with first wins
In the match of the day in the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division, it finished 1-1 between champions Merlins Bridge and arch-rivals Hakin United.
Matthew D'Ivry scored an early goal to give the Bridge the lead but that was cancelled out when Justin Harding equalised midway through the second half.
This was the first points that the Bridge have dropped this season, but they still sit two points clear at the top of the table.
Johnston moved up to third after narrowly overcoming Haverfordwest County 1-0 at the Glebelands Ground. The only goal came in the second half when former Bluebird Kristian Griffiths netted the winner for the Tigers. Martin Langdon, another former Bluebird, pulled off a brilliant penalty save in the first half to deny Ben Steele from the spot.
New boys Saundersfoot Sports' impressive start to the season continued as they won 4-2 at Hundleton and moved up the table to fourth. Nicky Cope grabbed a superb hat-trick for the visitors, whilst Marc Edwards and Craig Asparassa replied in vain.
After a poor start to the campaign, Goodwick United finally woke from their slumber to gain a terrific 4-1 win at Narberth. Morgan Preece grabbed the only goal of the first half for the homesters. However, Goodwick fought back with vital goals from Steve Evans (2), James Evans and Rhys Dalling to claim the points.
The shock result of the afternoon was at Monkton Lane where Neyland won 3-2 against Monkton Swifts. Nathan Warlow, Andrew Kemp and Wayne Parry scored for the visitors and Michael Canton and Mike Boswell replied for the visitors, who also had Jamie Callan sent off late in the game.
St Ishmaels moved off the bottom of the table after picking up their first win of the season at Bush Camp. Goals by Adam Davies (2) and Andrew Palmer sealed an excellent 3-1 win for Tish, as Craig George scored a consolation goal.
Also picking up their first win of the season was Solva who defeated Tenby 2-1 at home. David Price and Ben Jones (penalty) found the back of the net for the homesters as Daryl Mansbridge pulled a goal back - but it wasn't enough to save them as the Seasiders slipped down to the bottom of the table.
PHOTOS:
Merlins Bridge's Stephen McNabney takes on Hakin's Paul Jenkins.
Scott Davies is in control for Hakin United.
8th September 2012
Bridge is the only team with 100% winning record in Pembrokeshire's top division
Merlins Bridge is the only team in the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division to have a 100% winning record.
The Bridge are two points clear at the top of the table after picking up a hard fought 2-1 victory at St Ishmaels. Marcus Taylor and Matthew D'Ivry netted goals for the champions and Gareth Fawcett pulled a goal back for battling Tish, who have still not won a game in their first season back in the first division.
Hakin United moved up to second in the table on goal-difference after gaining a handsome 3-0 victory at Goodwick United. James Stanmore (2) and Ashley Bevan grabbed the goals for the Vikings.
Monkton Swifts won 3-2 at home to arch-derby rivals Pennar Robins. Michael Canton, Mike Boswell and Aaron Goldsmith netted the goals for the Swifts as Paul Lowe (penalty) and Ben Nicholas hit the target for the Robins.
Henry Durrant scored twice to earn Neyland a 2-0 victory over struggling Solva at the Athletic Ground.
Saundersfoot Sports and Narberth drew 1-1 at the King George Vth Ground. Dan Bates scored with a penalty for the homesters and Jordan Williams equalised for the visitors.
Hundleton won 4-2 against Haverfordwest County at the Bridge Meadow to pick-up their first points of the campaign. Nicky Grange, Craig Asparassa,
Simon Shanahan and Geraint Lewis bagged the visitors' goals. Ben Steele (penalty and an own goal netted the goals for the poor Bluebirds.
Johnston picked-up a thrilling 3-2 away victory over Tenby at the Clicketts. Joe John, Adam Hawkins and Liam James netted the goals for the Tigers, whilst brothers Jerome and Daryl Mansbridge scored for the luckless Seasiders.
PHOTO: Adam Hawkins scored in Johnston's excellent 3-2 victory at Tenby.
1st September 2012
Hakin bag the biggest victory of the day
Hakin United won by the biggest goals margin in the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League First Division on Saturday.
The Vikings emphatically defeated Haverfordwest County 6-1 at The Observatory Ground. The visitors' cause was not helped when Alex Ouzman was straight red-carded in the first minute. The midfielder was sent-off by referee Phil Gale for a deliberate handball. Steve Allen made mistake with the resulting spot kick. Rory Blake equalised before Scott Davies gave the Vikings a 2-1 cushion at half time.
After the interval the Vikings went goal-crazy as James Stanmore (2), Ashley Bevan and goalkeeper Stephen Hartley all added their names to the score sheet.
Hundleton narrowly lost 2-1 at home to close neighbours Monkton Swifts. Nicky Grange netted for the homesters whilst Mike Boswell and Mike Canton struck the back of the net for the triumphant Swifts.
Johnston and Goodwick United played out a no-nonsense 2-2 draw at the Glebelands Ground. Liam James and Liam Boswell netted for the Tigers and Rhys Dalling and John Lumb scored for the visitors.
Reigning champions Merlins Bridge won 4-2 against Tenby at The Racecourse. The Bridge are currently top of the table unbeaten. Bagging goals for the Bridge were Matthew Price (2 – including one from the spot), Bradley Barrett and Steve McNabney. Ashley Andrews (penalty) and Jordan Richards replied for the Seasiders.
Narberth kept their 100% winning record intact with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over St Ishmaels at Jesse Road. Morgan Preece bagged a brace for the home outfit and Lewy Davies pulled a goal back for unlucky Tish.
Pennar Robins and Neyland drew 1-1 at Bush Camp. Craig Lucas gave the Nomads the lead, but Phil Thompson equalised to salvage a point for the Robins.
Saundersfoot Sports won 2-1 against Solva at Maes-y-mor. Lee Hartnell scored in the first half, but the Sports hit back with goals by Danny Caine and Richard Cope in the second half to secure the points.
PHOTOS:
Johnston's Joe John beats Goodwick's Anthony Couzens in the air.
Tenby defend a corner against Merlins Bridge.
28th August 2012
Early title pace setters Merlins Bridge and Narberth keep 100% winning record intact
Champions Merlins Bridge and Narberth are the only teams in the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League Division One that remain unbeaten after two games.
Table toppers Merlins Bridge comfortably won 4-2 at Neyland. Bagging the goals for the visitors were Matthew Price (2), Matthew D'Ivry and Peter Thomas, and in reply, Craig Lucas scored for the Nomads.
Second in table is Narberth convincingly defeated Pennar Robins 5-1 at Jesse Road. Jordan Williams (2), Ashley Williams, Sean Pemberton and Ritchie Adams scored for the triumphant Bluebirds, with Paul Lowe scoring the visitors' solitary goal.
Rhys Dalling scored a brilliant hat-trick for Goodwick United in their 4-2 victory over Solva at Phoenix Park. Johnny Horgan got the homesters' other goal whilst Joe Elliott and Matthew Harries hit the target for Solva, who have lost two games on the bounce.
Hakin United banged in no less than eight goals without reply at St Ishmaels. Justin Harding led the goal rush with a hat-trick, and Steve Allen, Steve Mathias, Scott Davies, Paul Jenkins and James Stanmore also found the back of the net for the on-fire Vikings.
Haverfordwest County and Monkton Swifts incredibly drew 5-5 at the Bridge Meadow. Nicky Woodrow (2), Martin Carroll, Greg Walters and Laurence Bartlett scored for the Bluebirds as Dan Scourfield (2), Michael Canton, Mike Boswell and Aaron Goldsmith hit the back of the net for the Swifts.
Joe John scored twice for Johnston who narrowly defeated Hundleton 2-1 at the Glebelands Ground. Marc Edwards replied for the visitors, who are still awaiting their first win of the campaign after two slender defeats.
New boys Saundersfoot Sports won 3-0 at Tenby. Danny Caine, Ryan Howells and Geoff Marsh scored the goals to sink derby rivals.
PHOTO:
Rhys Dalling scored a hat-trick for Goodwick United in their 4-2 win at home to Solva.
21st August 2012
Plenty of football action in the top flight
The football season has finally got into full swing as the Manderwood Pembrokeshire Football League kicked off with some intriguing results in Division One.
In the game billed the match of the night saw reigning champions Merlins Bridge defeat hotly fancied Goodwick United 6-3 on The Racecourse. Only a few week's ago Goodwick thrashed the Bridge 5-0 in the John Bailey Memorial tournament. But it never went their way in this important first league fixture.
Experienced players Marcus Taylor (3), Matthew Price (2) and Steven McNabney netted for the Wizards and Tom Jones (2) and James Evans scored for the visitors who had defender Darren Devonald sent off in the second minute.
Hakin United were held to a 0-0 draw at home to Johnston. Not the ideal start for the Vikings, but the Tigers will happy to settle for a point against one of the title favourites.
Liam Davies (2), Alex Ouzman and Martin Carroll grabbed the goals for Haverfordwest County who beat newly promoted St Ishmaels 4-2 at home. Jason Griffiths and an own goal marked Tish's return to the top flight.
Michael Canton bagged a hat trick for Monkton Swifts in their exciting 4-3 victory over near neighbours Hundleton. Daniel Scourfield also found the back of the net for the homesters whilst Simon Shanahan (2) and Thomas Powell netted for the visitors.
Jordan Williams and Ashley Williams scored for Narberth in their narrow 2-1 victory over Tenby at home. Gareth Warlow scored for the Seasiders who will be looking to bounce back to winning ways.
Pennar Robins gained a handsome 4-2 victory over Saundersfoot Sports at home. Sam Southcott (2), Phil Thompson and Craig George netted for the Robins, whilst Nicky Cope and Danny Caine scored in vain for last season's division two outfit.
Neyland won 3-2 at Solva to kick-start their campaign with three points on the road. Andrew Brace (2) and Jamie Evans netted for the Nomads and Matt Harries and a Ben Jones penalty scored for Solva.
PHOTO:
Ben Adams in action for Haverfordwest County in their impressive 4-2 victory over newly promoted St Ishmaels at home.
Picture by Bill Carne of Pembrokeshiresport.co.uk
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