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Icy conditions risked a second cancellation of this fixture, but an early confirmation that the pitch was playable sent our Mens 1sts east for their furthest away game of the season. Arriving rested, if not a little less fit from a lengthy christmas break, Carmarthen looked to build on an impressive last 5 games that had yielded enough points to secure 9th in the table. Gwent began the game with first pushback and promptly settled into a patient passing game, utilising 4 players at the back to push and pull Carmarthen’s press left and right. Both teams exchanged early periods of pressure, with chances on both sides. Gwent broke the deadlock from a short corner with a phenomenally placed strike beating keeper Lee Jones at his left post. Carmarthen dug in and despite winning multiple penalty corners through forwards Duncan Ecclestone and Josh Richardson, were unable to convert. Gwent attacked again, with Jones called into action for multiple saves and some crucial deflecting touches from centre back Russell Horsey kept the men in orange at bay. Carmarthen entered half time a goal down with work to do. Adjusting their tactics and pulling captain Jonti Merry slightly deeper, Carmarthen started the 2nd half at blinding pace, with the wingback rotation of Josh Gwynne, Ryan Carvey, William Heath and Anselm Brand providing constant options out wide and plenty of leg work in defence. Carmarthen erased the deficit early in the half when rightback Steffan Walters took a long corner and found Merry at the top of the D, who fired a reverse strike into the bottom left corner. Carmarthen’s momentum began to build, with the midfield triumvirate of Merry, Luke Dunning, and Osian Evans asserting more control over the game, with fresh legs from the bench in Logan Mackenzie Jones ensuring the frontline press kept the pressure on. They were duly rewarded when an overlapping run from left back Cai Morgan won a long corner. Evans took it quickly to release Merry, who beat his man and hit an impossibly angled reverse strike into to the top right corner to give Carmarthen their first lead of the game. Gwent were up to the challenge however. They equalised from an excellent team goal before restoring their lead with a carbon copy of their opener, their talisman striker once again finding the same corner of the goal from a set piece. The game entered the final minutes and with Carmarthen desperately seeking an equaliser, Coach Kate Williams elected to throw players forward to try and create one final chance. In the dying seconds, Carmarthen forced a foot in the opposing D, and were duly awarded a penalty corner. The umpires whistled for full time - this would be the game’s final play, and Carmarthen’s last chance. Carmarthen elected for a dragflick attempt from Evans which deflected onto a defenders foot, thus forcing a re-take. The second attempt saw Josh Richardson inject the ball to Merry, who slipped a pass to Evans to evade the charging defenders. Evans’ pushed attempt was denied by the Gwent keeper. The ball rebounded to a waiting Josh Richardson, who flicked the ball over the prone keeper, off the shoulder of the covering defender, and into the goal. The final whistles sounded as Richardson was mobbed by teammates, having snatched a draw at the death. A phenomenal team performance showing a dogged unwillingness to be put away, Carmarthen’s M1s were smiling every inch of the 70 mile drive home, having secured their point and distanced themselves further from the relegation zone. Man of the Match went to captain Jonti Merry for two scintillating goals. They host  Penarth 2s at Carmarthen next saturday, looking to avenge a narrow defeat in the away fixture, and reach double digit points on the season.

JUNIOR COACHES WANTED FOR THE 2024/25 SEASON‼️ With a continually growing junior section, we need your support🫵🏼 We are looking for junior coaches on Wednesday evenings from 5 - 7:30pm for different age groups and also on Sunday for tournaments (monthly / every other month). Juniors are the future of our club and without assistance from others, we will not be able to keep giving young members a chance to play hockey and progress in our club! If you are interested or require further information, please get in touch 🏑🌟

Fishguard 1 – Carmarthen Athletic 3 The stage was set for another exciting West Wales Derby situated in Fishguard town. The weather was actually ok for once, every player on the pitch would have flash backs to the past games of monsoons and hurricanes. From the off, Carmarthen piled on the pressure and managed to keep the ball in Fishguard’s half for an extended period. A delightful drive down the baseline from Luke Dunning and a cut back pass to Josh Gwynne, sitting comfortably on his own at the edge of the D, fired off a quick shot which crashed in off the back post for the opener. Some outstanding plays from the Carmarthen wide midfielders Will Heath, Ryan Carvery and Luke Dunning peppered the D with chances which went begging. Towards the latter end of the first half Fishguard broke away with a swift run down their left side and crossed to the striker. A fumbled shot came at the Carmarthen keeper Tomos Garman which had it covered but a stray foot from a defender got in the line of fire and deflected in to the back board. First half ended 1-1, slight frustration was setting in for Carmarthen but after a few words from the team manager Doug Shaw, the ship was steadied. Second half started with a back and forth, counter attacks from each end. The Carmarthen defence of Lee Richardson, Jamie Pitman, Ollie Shaw and Dave Ferguson, were poised to snuff out any chance of the Fishguard attackers getting anywhere near the goal. Carmarthen forwards Rick Morgan, Josh Gwynne, Duncan Ecclestone and Tom Ferguson set the high press on Fishguard’s 16s and out of nowhere the central midfielder Jonti Merry forced his way through a sea of defenders and slotted a shot through the keepers pads. Carmarthen started to turn the screw and multiple chances followed. A wonderful cross from defensive midfielder Cai Morgan placed Striker Tom Ferguson in front of the keeper and took a swing but somehow the ball ended up narrowly missing a dog walker about 100 yards away on the field behind. After a relentless period of attacking Carmarthen were awarded a short corner, a quick and simple pass back from the receiver to the injector Duncan Ecclestone which slotted a shot in behind the keeper. Carmarthen hope to bring the same intensity to the next match against Swansea at home.

WELCOME At Carmarthen Athletic Hockey Club we’re all about fun and competitive sports. Our experienced coaches train our team to reach their highest potential, and to always have a great time whenever we play. We are a growing club and currently have three Ladies teams, two Men's team and an increasing number of Junior Hockey Players that range from ages 4-14. We are a very family orientated club and welcome all abilities to come and have a go. So, if you're new to Hockey or wanting to get back to it after some time then please pop down to the Astro pitch at Carmarthen Leisure centre or drop us a message on the contact page. *** ACCESS TO HOCKEY *** The first session is free, so you're welcome to come down and try before you commit to becoming a member. For players/parents who require more information on the 'Access to Hockey' fund and information on how to apply, then please speak to a committee member. Please advise a committee member before you submit the form (link - here ), so we are aware and it can be actioned. We look forward to seeing you... Training Session Timings 2024/2025 Tuesday Evening (Senior Players - 14+) ***From Tuesday 3rd September 2024*** Designated Pitch Training Areas (Senior Training Session - Tuesdays) Wednesday Evening (Junior Players) ***From Wednesday 11th September 2024*** Designated Pitch Training Areas (Junior Training Session - Wednesdays) Club Calendar Weather Forecast Latest News and Club Updates... ***Latest Club Update*** Carmarthen Hockey CAHC - Junior Coaches Needed!! JUNIOR COACHES WANTED FOR THE 2024/25 SEASON‼️ With a continually growing junior section, we need your support🫵🏼 We are looking for... For more information - please contact the club - here ***Instagram*** Load More SPOND APP - Club Team Management *** For all current & new members please download the app and register - click on the image below to register with the club *** SPOND APP Links Apple Android Members Invite Carms Hockey Club Join us on mobile! Download the Spaces by Wix app and join “Carms Hockey Club” to easily stay updated on the go. Country +972 Phone number Meet Our Sponsors

Club Management Carmarthen Athletic Hockey Club is a club run by members for it's members Key Roles... Treasurer Tom Ferguson Email Chairperson Ffion Dart Email Vice Chairperson Kate Williams Email Secretary Ffion Bowen Email Safeguarding & DBS Ruby Breeze-Lewis Email Chair of Mens Players Committee Duncan Ecclestone Email Ellie Routley Chair of Womens Players Committee Email Charlotte Harries Chair of Junior Players Committee Email Data Protection (GDPR) Steffan Walters Email Social Media Megan Henry Email Club Membership Steffan Walters Email Personal Kit Purchaser Laura Massocchi Email Website/Spond App Bryan Greatrick Email Mens Fixtures Sec Duncan Ecclestone Email Ladies Fixtures Sec Ellie Routley Email Club Kit Charlotte Harries Email Social Committee Scarlet Mackenzie-Jones, Danny Mardell, Anselm Brand & Laura Massocchi Email Ladies 1st Team Captain Emily Stibbs Ladies 2nd Team Captain Ruby Breeze-Lewis Volunteer Coordinator Kate Williams & Charlotte Harries Email Mens 1st Team Captain Jonti Merry Mens 2nd Team Captain Duncan Ecclestone Ladies 3rd Team Captain Laura Massocchi Coaches Robert Webb, Kate Williams, Doug Shaw, Jonti Merry, Ffion Dart, Charlotte Harries, Lee Jones, Jamie Pitman, Danny Mardell, Anna Heath, Janet Heath & Anselm Brand Umpires Julian Evans, James Merchant, Kate Williams, Ffion Dart, Charlotte Harries, Keira Griffiths, Osian Evans, Laura Thomas, Scarlett Mackenzie- Jones, Siriol Richards, Jack Brennan & Tom Ferguson