St Helens Crusaders 38

Swinton Bulldogs 20 VICTORY against a team from a division above them enabled Crusaders to progress into the next round of the North West Counties League Cup.

Despite fielding a dpleted side they opened the scoring when Hull backed up to touch down and Whitrow added the extras.

They extended the lead with a further try by Blooor, who added another later on, converted by Whitrow.

Whitrow also chipped in with two great solo tries which he also converted.

And just when it looked as though Bulldogs were getting into the game Worral scored a try converted by Whitrow, who claimed the Format NDE man of the match award.

Bloor and Lee also shone for Crusaders.

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