Tenby u13s 4

Camrose u13s 2

Camrose scored first, and then Tenby struggled to get some control. Camrose were dangerous on counter-attacks and from a free-kick Howarth put the visitors 2-0 ahead. Runs from Elliott Rivers for Tenby came up against a wall of defenders, and a superb cross by Jerome Mansbridge saw the visitors let off.

Ellis Morgan broke through to score for Tenby just before half-time, and at 2-1 down, Tenby looked sluggish.

Second half efforts by Tenby stretched Camrose, where goalkeeper Geraint Sargeant excelled, but eventually Jerome Mansbridge made the score 2-2 for Tenby after a solo run.

Tenby's confidence was restored and apart from occasional attacks, Camrose were defending desperately. Richard Tebbutt netted from a scramble to give a 3-2 advantage, followed by goal attempts from James Bridges, Elliott Rivers and George Wilkins.

Camrose counter-attacked, but with Nathan Wilson outstanding, Tenby blocked the shots.

Richard Tebbutt hit the crossbar and from another goalmouth scramble, Aaron James made the final score 4-2 for Tenby.

Tenby: Roberts, Dent, Read, Whitfield, Wilson, Rivers, Tebbutt, Wilkins, Bridges, Morgan, Jerome Mansbridge, Aaron James, Tranter, Slate.

Thanks to Richard for refereeing and to Steve for running the line.

TENBY U14s 3

TONNA JUNIORS U14s 0

 

Third time lucky, reasonable weather conditions and the T. P. Hughes sponsored team travelled to Neath for the next round of the West Wales Cup. 

On a sticky pitch, Tenby were tentative at the start, cautious of unknown opposition. Tommy G. departed early, nursing an injury; Nathan replaced him.

Tenby stepped up a gear, dominating all parts of the pitch and Joe's strength and determination was rewarded with the opening goal. An almost identical move brought Joe's second and Tenby were comfortably ahead at half-time. 

The second half saw Tonna's defence rally, but Tenby played some wonderful football and were hardly threatened.

Nathan, in a packed goalmouth, grabbed a spectacular third, grinned from ear to ear and suffered the inevitable pile-on! Tenby ran out comfortable winners.

Your best team performance ever? Some think so! A resounding victory due to skill, strength and commitment. Well done to you all!

Thanks to coach John, Ted, kit sponsors T. P. Hughes and Jameston Village Stores, touchline supporters, but mostly to George McBeth,  Cheyne Lloyd, Tom Grover, Jack Murphy, Sam Butler, Hugo Wellum, Joe Worley, Toby Rossiter, David Webb, James Adie, Elliot Goldsmith, Nathan Farmiloe, Rhys Nicholas.

 

Clarbeston Road U12s 3 Tenby U12s 3

The U12s battled against a determined Clarbeston Road side and blustery conditions to secure a vital point on Saturday.

With Clarbie desperately needing a victory to reduce Tenby's lead at the top of the table, the game was a real nail-biter.

Playing in their blue away kit, the Seasiders started in efficient fashion. Luke Hartland was outstanding at left back and Tom Harries stayed calm and collected on the right. Scott Ferney played some neat passes from midfield and Tenby created a couple of early chances.

However, having forced a corner, Tenby were undone by a quick clearance that was carried by the wind over the defence. Will Davies in the Tenby goal came out quickly, but an onrushing attacker got to the ball first and put the home side ahead with a confident chip.

As the wind grew stronger and Clarbie pushed more players forward, Tenby struggled to clear their lines and went 2-0 down. They never lost heart, though, with Adam Muskett battling hard in the centre and Spencer Williams tackling back from midfield.

Tenby deservedly got a goal back in the second half when Declan Escott was put through on the break, leaving the home defence floundering in the mud and wind. Lloyd Hughes then kept his composure to evade two defenders and slot home a crucial equaliser.

Clarbeston Road regained the lead after a beautifully flighted corner was headed in. But, moments later, man of the match, Charlie Gammer silenced the home supporters with a dipping 30-yard shot to again level the scores.

In the closing minutes, Tenby had a couple of golden opportunities to take all three points, while Clarbie continued to look dangerous on the break. As they surged forward in search of a winner, Owen Coombs made a vital last-ditch tackle on the edge of the area, knocking the ball away from the striker.

Thanks to all the parents for their tremendous support, and to Park Road Fish and Chips, the U12s generous kit sponsors.