Burtonwood Bridge 52 Parr Hare & Hounds 20

HOUNDS were again hit by cry-offs and had to make the short journey to Burtonwood with just 14 players but the final scoreline flattered the title-chasing home side as the visitors produced a spirited display.

Wayne Ashcroft (2), Paul Roberts and Mel Mawdsley scored the Hounds' tries, with Mark McMillan adding two goals. Best for the losers were strong-running loose-forward Mick Burke and hard-grafting prop Paul Sherwood.