The Huw Lewis memorial six-a-side football tournament, which is believed to be South Wales's largest senior tournament of its kind, was held at Kilgetty last weekend for the 13th time.

The competition, set up in memory of local sportsman Huw Lewis, who sadly died at the young age of 32, is still going strong, which is a true tribute to the high esteem in which Huw was held.

Twenty-two teams participated in four groups, all seeking to get their hands on the coveted shield, which is an achievement not to be underestimated.

While the participating teams have many weird and wonderful names, this isn't to be confused with a non-competitive tournament; many of the players are plying their trade in the highest local leagues, as well as a sprinkling of both past and present Welsh League footballers, and indeed the odd fully-fledged professional footballer thrown in for good measure, such is the draw of this tournament.

The tournament's popularity hasn't waned over its 13 runnings, and a number of players have taken part in all 13 tournaments, although this year there was perhaps a feeling of the changing of the guard, as several previous winners and finalists struggled to reach the same heights as previous years, with the younger legs perhaps having an advantage as the day progressed and the afternoon temperatures rose.

The 'Clackers', however, one of the older teams, did go on to win the plate competition, which is a secondary competition for those teams which finished third and fourth after the group stages.

The final was a hotly contested affair, which was predominantly a local derby, with the Clackers made up of Kilgetty-based players. The Clackers finally ran out worthy winners after Narberth perhaps paid the price for some indiscipline which saw them reduced to five players while the sin-bin was implemented by referee Chris Phillips. Unfortunately, during the final, Ashley Williams, of Narberth, picked up a serious leg injury in a freak accident and all our best wishes go to Ashley and we wish him a speedy recovery.

The semi-finals of the main shield competition were contested between the Pembrokeshire Exiles and Pembs FC, which saw the youngsters of Pembs FC perhaps a little luckily progress to the final after a penalty shoot-out, as they had been behind during the game for a long period before a fine goal resurrected their chances.

In the final they would meet the equally young legs of Carew, who arrived there after also having a sudden death penalty shoot-out against Bayern Neverloosen, who had undoubtedly scored the goal of the day via Jordan Richards, but that in the end was to be their only accolade, as Carew deservedly progressed.

The finals were superbly controlled by referee Chris Phillips on a pitch right outside the clubhouse, which by now was bursting at the seams, with row upon row of spectators on the grass bank helping to create a real festival atmosphere.

After a hard fought final, Carew eventually went on to lift the Huw Lewis Memorial Shield, which was presented by Graham and Helen Lewis, Huw's parents, which brought a fantastic day to a conclusion.

In the build up to and throughout the day, many volunteers made a huge contribution, ensuring everything went smoothly so as much money could be raised as possible for the worthy causes and charities the competition supports, such as CRY (Coronary Risk in the Young), Withybush Children's Ward and other worthy projects, such as the purchase of a defibrillator for Kilgetty Sports Club.

Special thanks go to organisers: Neil Proctor, Barry Lewis, Dean Rossiter and Paul Gorman.

Referees: Bobby Bevan, Lucas Gamble, Jo Williams and Chris Phillips.

Administrator: Allen Hurst.

Refreshments: Nicky Hurst, Catriona Proctor, Kirsty Nash, Penny Gorman and Amy.

Club stewards: Brian and Louise, along with various club members.

Sponsors: Pro Waste (main sponsor), Scaffold 2000, Heatherton Sports Park and Crossroads Garage.

Thanks also to Tenby Harbour for the use of their sound system and anyone else who helped, but whose name has been missed. .