Haverfordwest County AFC
Haverfordwest County AFC have signed defender Ben Phillips from Swansea City Academy. The transfer is a significant boost to the squad ahead of the 2026-27 season.
What happened?
Ben Phillips joins Haverfordwest County AFC after spending several years in the Swansea City Academy setup.
He featured regularly for Swansea City's under-18s and under-21s during the 2025-26 season. Ben was part of the under-18s side that reached the last 16 of the FA Youth Cup.
Why it matters for Haverfordwest County AFC
The signing of Ben Phillips is a key move for Haverfordwest County AFC. Manager Tony Pennock said: “Ben joins our club with glowing references from so many people I respect.”
Ben will be part of the club's hybrid model, which enables players to train full-time. This will aid his development as a player.
What comes next?
Ben will officially join Haverfordwest County AFC upon the expiry of his contract with Swansea City. The club would like to thank Swansea City for their assistance in facilitating the transfer.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2026-05-02 | Last result: Penybont 2-0 Haverfordwest County AFC |
| 2026-27 | Upcoming season |
Ben said: “I’m really looking forward to joining the club. Moving back home, the ground is only 15 minutes from home which is ideal for me.” He is excited to get started with the club. If you or your business would be interested in sponsoring Ben for the 2026-27 season, please contact Partnerships Manager Alaric Jones.
