Coates’ class shines through as Morriston hit the goal trail

MORRISTON Town went on the goal trail as they eased into the next stage of the JD Welsh Cup.

- BY NIGEL MAIMONE

The Swansea side won 8-2 at Treorchy BGC in the second qualifying round.

It was a much smoother passage than Morriston endured in the opening round when they edged out Radnor Valley on penalties.

Without a number of regulars, Morriston were forced to include their coach, former Swansea City favourite Jonathan Coates, on the bench.

Now 50, Coates - who played more than 300 games for Swansea and won a title under John Hollins - showed his prowess and fitness after coming on as a substitute in the 67th minute.

He helped himself to two goals in the final five minutes which sealed a convincing win for the visitors.

Luke Harris, formerly of Ammanford and Briton Ferry Llansawel, weighed in with a hat-trick and the rout was completed by Luke Dalling, Jon Omoleigho and Kallum Owen, who have all joined the club this season.

Evans & Williams are also through.

The Albies top the Elite Stands Ardal South West League, but they needed a penalty shootout to get past Neath League side Bryncoch.

It ended 1-1 after 90 minutes.