I Qlitheroe 22321 (Editorial). 22323 (Advertising). Burnley 22331 (Classified) T *oby C h a p m a n 's * N; K f ' Rugby finish for Ian


FLYING the flag for the Ribble Valley, top co-driver Ian Grindrod claimed a mag- nificent 14th place overall in the 1991


in


Lombard RAC Rally. Competing for th


hrian anver nave .uetcalte. the pair nrst non-turbo two-wheel-drive crew to finish, taking first place in the group A class six an incredible 35 minutes ahead of their nearest rival. With this year’s event attracting 16 of the


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world's A seed drivers, the most in any single event before, and Juha Kankkunen and Carlos Sainz battling it out for the world title, the famous rally was the centre of attention in motor spoit throughout the world. Covering over 1.400 miles, with 37 timed-to-


man-made forest in Europe. "As we went into Kielder we stood in 23rd


the-second stages, the rally is renowned as one of the toughest and claimed its usual list of retirements. On day one the drivers were eased into the rally


with a number of not so tough spectator stages, which provided little trouble for Ian. who by the end of Sunday, had moved into 26th place overall. Leading his class with ease. Ian. of Wheatley


Bam. Longsight Road, and Dave concentrated on their overall position. "On Day two we were glad to get into the for­


ests of Wales and had no problems, although the tracks were extremely wet and slippery." said Ian. who had moved up to 23rd place when the cars pulled into the overnight halt in Chester. Tne longest leg of the rally followed, with the


place, but when we came out seven stages later we had moved up to 17th,” he said. Claiming its usual victims, Kielder was also


tough on the Nova, with the pair losing over a minute when they had to change a puncture. The fourth and final day went well and they


from home. Delighted with his 14th place. Ian said:


managed to muscle their way into 13th place lor a while, but were overtaken by a Toyota alter sui- fering clutch problems in Dalby, just three stages


"Although they were not in our class, we wanted to beat the Peugeot 205's and did." For next season, he will be trying out the


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Uphill task for Littlemoor side


Preston Grasshoppers 33. Clitheroe 1st XV 0


IN a week between two league fixtures. Clith- eroe were given a rugby lesson by an


unavailabilities, skipper


extremely experienced Preston outfit. W ith some injuries and


George Giles used the opportunity to introduce


MINUS a radiator grill, co-driver Ian Grindrod and team-mate Dave Metcalfe in the thick of action on special stage four of the rally, held in the grounds of Chatsworth House. The picture was taken by Waddington's Jonathan Brown, who proved to be in the right place at the right time later on in the rally when his pictures of top British hope Colin McRae rolling his Subaru Legacy were shown on BBC television's Rally Report and Top Gear programmes.


^ W V Y A S Y A V . W . ^ V Y A W S S W A V . Y V A ^ W W A V . V . Y Bass North West Counties’ League


cars venturing into the Lake District and on through the notorious Kielder Forest, the largest


Hockey Defeat for ladies


Clitheroe Ladies’ 1st XI 0, Burnley 1st XI 2


THE first half was uneventful in this Lanca­ shire Central Hockey League First division match, despite several good attacks from


Clitheroe.


use the right-hand side of the pitch adequately, which left Pauline Bush and Clare Mortimer under pressure. Play continued in the


The home side did not


re-grouped and fought back fiercely, grabbing an equaliser from a corner. However, the referee


same wav throughout the half, with neither side managing to break the deadlock before half-time came. In the second period.


Clitheroe lost their con­ centration, which let in Burnley, who made the home side pay by scoring the opening goal of the encounter. After going b e h i n d . C l i t h e r o e


Dominance does not show


Great Harwood I'nited 0. Whalley 1


IF this had been a boxing match, the referee would probably have called a halt well before the enc!_— so far in front were Whalley on points. However, on this occa­ sion their normally lethal


dubiously disallowed the goal and C l i th e ro e remained 1-0 down. This proved to be the turning point of the match when shortly afterwards, Bum- ley scored their second to leave Clitheroe in real trouble. Rounding off a miser­


C h r i s worth . . defends goal F a r n s -


WITH the Roefield Leisure Centre set for a grand opening in January, the search is on for members. F a m i 1 y in e ill b e r s h i p


costs £12 per year, with adults £6 and juniors and GAP's just £3.50. which represents extremely good value for spoiling people. The centre is scheduled


brand-new Yauxhall Calibra 4x4 Turbo in various British Championship events. However the car is not due to be homologated until 1993. which means that 2.500 must be built before it can compete in World Championship events, so it could be back to the Nova for the 1993 RAC. Overall victory went to Kankkunen. taking the world title for a record third time.


Relegation worries ease for Bradshaw


C l i th e ro e 1. S k e im e r s d a le LnitedO


COLLECTING three valuable points at Shawbridge on Saturday, Clitheroe have moved well clear of the relegation zone in the Hass North West Counties League first division.


to open on .Monday. Jan­ uary 6th and anyone requiring further details should contact Diane Hol- lingwortli (442188) or Doreen Euinton (41823).


able a f te rn o o n , two minutes before the end of the fixture Clitheroe ’keeper Karen Larwenson was taken ill and had to leave the field. Chris Farnsworth took over in the goals, and was soon called into action, making a superb save from a well- struck shot from a Burnley forward. Clitheroe: Lawrenson.


Farnsworth. Dugdale, Garstang. White. Davison. Parker, Seed. Griffiths. Mortimer. Bush.


Cup upset


strikers failed to find the killer punch, despite chances coming regularly, particularly in the second half of this East Lanca­ shire League first division


match. For the first 10 minutes.


Wlialiey pressed strongly a n d s t a m p e d t h e i r


authority on the game. The home side had only one half chance in the opening 45 minutes, a header from a corner; while Whalley launched attack after attack without success. The second half was


ONE of the favourites in the Blackburn Memorial League knockout cup. the De Lacy Arms, have been el im in a ted from the competition. Facing Aqueduct, the


Whatley side went down 4- 1 and will now have to concentrate on their chal- l u n g e f o r t h e championship. While one Whalley side


were struggling, another. Whalley Wanderers, were


having a fine time. Facing first division


opposition, the second division promotion chasers crushed Station Arms 7-2 to proceed to the quarter­ finals for the first time


even more one sided, with the home 'keeper Maher having an outstanding


game. It fell to Ian Bolton to gi.e Whalley the lead


Dolphins in fine shape


CLITHEROE Dolphins Swimming Club has now started its winter training ses­ sions with a view to a successful season


moted to Division One of the Subsidiary League, after fininishing top of Division Two. recording only one defeat'throughout the long season. The Micro League team, for 9-12 year-old swim­


next year. Over the last 12 months, the squad were pro­


mers. also competed well to reach the semi-finals of the North West Micro-League. Three swimmers were named in the G.B. Short


Course Rankings, one member was selected for the Great Britain Youth Squad and one for the Scottish Youth Squad. Several other swimmers excelled in the


their last two league matches. Clitheroe's play is improving all the time, their morale has been boosted and their league position is as healthy as it has ever been this season, with the side now joint 10th. After so many weeks


With six points from


battling away at the bot­ tom end of the table, man­ ager Alan Bradshaw will be pleased to see his hard work paying off in points.


played Skeimersdale at home last Saturday and will play them again away this Saturday. However, having got


Due to the stupidity of favourite Geoff Young the fixture list, Clitheroe kept busy, with both men


ture was an even affair, with Denny Khan manag­ ing an early shot, which flew wide. Skeimersdale showed that they would put up a fight and came back with some promising attacks, all dealt with in style by 'keeper Terry Grogan and a strong defence, well controlled by ex-Blackburn Rovers star Glen Keeley. The exciting Mick Sed- don and Shawbridge


The first half of the fix­


creating chances and forc­ ing saves from the Skei­ mersdale 'keeper. With the defence in such


the better of the Mersey­ side team for most of the match, they will be in a confident mood this weekend.


Skeimersdale had no option, but to defend in numbers. The hard-working Andy


Andy Wharton . . . im­ portant role


Wharton went close, but the chances were not being taken. However there was no need to worry when in the 74th minute Khan stepped up to score his fifth goal in seven games. Collecting a ball from


Leaders in charge


THE leading side three divisions of the Clitheroe and District Darts League all won their latest matches. Ill Division One. the


all


Seddon. the forward skipped into the box and beat the 'keeper with a clinical finish. Refusing to let the visi­


commanding form, the midfield full of thought and enterprise and the forwards eager, Clitheroe took control of the game and bv the second half.


Khan strike saves valuable point


Blackpool Rovers 1, Clitheroe 1


FIELDING an under-strength side, Clitheroe claimed their first points in the Tennants Floodlit League with a spirited display at


School Road.


National Championships, the British Grand Prix open meetings, and the North Lancashire and Northern Counties Age Group competition. Swimmers were well catered tor at club level


With injuries and illness No sooner had Clitheroe proving the biggest obsta- managed to gain the upper ele. manager Alan Brad-


by inter-house galas, personal best trials, speed badges, distance badges, the annual gala, the fun gala and a Christmas party. An innovation has been the commencement of


teers and coach, Chris Goddard. With a membership approaching 200, there is


a waiting list for 11011-swimmers and beginners, but to help the club succeed in Division One and reach the finals of the Micro League next year, they are on the lookout for swimmers, aged eight or over, and of a competitive standard. Club nights are held each Monday and Friday


shaw drafted in Russell Keighley and Mick Hut­ chinson for full games and included some reserves in the squad.


flexibility and strength training sessions at the new Roe'field Sports Centre. The club is run by a band uf enthusiastic volun­


Khan goal safeguarded the point after Blackpool had taken the lead midway through the second half.


In the end, a Denny


at Clitheroe, and Wednesday nights at Stony- hurst. It costs £22 for six months membership. More details are available from Barbara Jones (23064).


15 minutes into the half, a rasping shot from 20


yards. Whalley played some excellent football, but just


ever.In D iv is io n T\yo, Langho won their first match of the season when they overcame Graham and Brown 2-1. The draw for the quar­


could not get past Maher — Rising, Sun v again and had to settle for ‘


.....


the narrow margin, which was not a time reflection


on the game. On Saturday, the side


entertain Trawden Celtic (k.o. 2-15 p.m.) when the villagers will be looking to continue their recent run


ter-finals of the cup takes place at the Station Arms, Rishton next Wednesday. Fixtures: Division One De Lacy


A SPECIAL disco, ill aid of injured Read FC foot­ baller James Butcher, is to be held this Saturday in Read and Simoiistone Conservative Club.


Disco date


Arms (Pleckgate), Dog Inn v S ta tio n Arms (Roefield).Division Two — W hal- lev Wanderers v Metflex (QE II), Packet House v Langho (Memorial). Division Three — Cal-


of good form. Whalley Reserves went


derstones v Warners Arms (Calderstones).


down 6-0 at home to Nel­ son GSOB in their latest East Lancashire League Division Two fixture. The away side proved


Division One


too strong and although Whalley battled, the home side went down to a disap­


pointing defeat. On Saturday, Whalley


Reserves visit Pendle Forest.


Whitbread : fixtures


LEAGUE matches make way for cup action this weekend in the Whitbread Ribble Valley League. In the Aitken Shield,


Royal Oak take on Lower Buck (D. Bush) and NGSOB entertain Grindle- to.n R e s e r v e s (D.


Marshall). Facing each other for


the second time in two wdeks, RV Raiders are at home against Calderstones


Blui* Dahlia...... The Swan......... De 1-acy Arms.. Aqueduct......... Tavern Inn......


Guide FC......... Station Arms... Tommy Balls... Kindle Arms.... Crown Scaff..... Dotf Inn........... Rising Sun......


, 10 4 3 3 15 . S 3 4 1 13 S 3 2 3 II


10 7 u 3 21 IQ h 3 2 IS S 4 3 1 15


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Green Haworth............ Whalley Wand.............. Vauxhall...................... Metfiex.......... ;.............


LPT Printers Arms.............. Packet House............... Fox ami Hounds..........


Park Hotel..................... •* Graham and Brown........ 9 laingho........................... ‘


Division Three


Observatory........ Bridge End......... Blackburn PC..... Wilton Albion..... Clog and Billy.....


1 ° a PW l) L P


I I 9 0 2 27 10 8 I l 25 9 7 0 2 21


Redcap................ Warners Arms... Ossie Allstars................ S 3 l)


(J. Swayne) in the Elem- bee Ashley Smith Trophy.


10 G 1 3 19 11 5 1 5 1G 9 5 I 3 1G 11 3 I 4 13


Cosmopolitan................. 10 3 0 7 Brownhill Arms............. 9 2 2 5 Caiderstones................. 9-2 0 7 Thorsmans UK FC........* 10 0 2 S


A RECORD number of 241 runners lined up for the start of the annual Pendleton Fell Race on Sunday.


of the village, the race was held in dull, but dry condi­ tions, with the ground


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damp, but nut loo wet. The eight mile race attracted" a large talented field, with two local run­ ners taking the major prizes.


international runner Gra­ ham Huddleston, who took second, Clitheroe’s Shaun


Holding off English ,


Livesey won in a lime ul 44min. 43sec., with .Set­ tle’s Chris Hirst in third place.Fourth-placed Darren Soden and Tony Hesketh, who took fifth, were both


section.


Maureen Laney, of Whal­ ley, smashed her 19S7 record time, winning in


In the ladies’ race,


50min. 47sec. The race, which was


the Village Hall Fund.


veteran runners, also tak- pist Denise Park, gen­ ing part in the over 40s erated over £400 profit foi


sponsored by physiothera- Turkey shoot


WINNER of the Ladies’ Nine Hole Turkey Shoot, held at Stoiivhurst Park Golf Club, was Mary Par­ kinson, with a score of 52-15-37.


enough for the Shaw- bridge team, who were quickly into their stride, but came up against an in­ form Blackpool side. The seasiders launched a num­ ber of dangerous attacks, putting 'keeper Terry Gro­ gan under some pressure in the opening exchanges. After soaking up the


The match started well


hand, than Blackpool hit back and they went close through Nolan, who had a shot cleared off the line by Dennis Tate. It was a similar story in the second half, with both


tors back into the match, Clitheroe remained strong until the end. alomst grab­ bing a second through Y o u n g , w h o s a w h is


header well saved in the closing minutes. (This was a satisfying


result for Bradshaw, whose side have got better and better in the last few matches. After overcom­ ing their early bad form, they have now become confident enough to hold onto leads and with this healthy attitude, could well muscle into the top five before long.


Shawbridge topics


AFTER winning their second Bass North West Counties League Division One match in succession — things are beginning to look up for Clitheroe FC. Despite losing Russell J.


sides attacking and looking for goals, the first of which behind them, they are came in the 65th minute, beginning to climb the After a poor clearance, Baron pounced oil the ball and beat Grogan with ease. Proving that a team’s


most vulnerable time is when they have ju s t scored, Clitheroe grabbed the equaliser through Khan in the 69th minute, after Orrell had again gone close. As the game entered its final stages, Blackpool


attacks. Clitheroe man­ aged a few telling moves, with Steve Orrell forcing a fine save with a shot from inside the penalty area and then hitting a post.


Proctor to Bacup Borough, the squad looks strong and with two recent wins


table. "With Shaun Gannon


playing so well, Russell was not getting into the first team and decided to move oil," said manager Alan Bradshaw. After beating Skeimers­


began to take control and Christmas schedule, put Clitheroe under a lot of pressure, only being denied three points by some resolute defending and fine goal-keeping.


Record f ie ld fo r popular fe l l race


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dale last Saturday, Clith­ eroe jumped from third-to- bottom of the table to joint 10th and with a real chance of moving into the top five over the busy


on Skelmersdale United again in the league, this time at White Moss Park (k.o. 3 p.m.). Next Tuesday. Clith­


On Saturday, they take


eroe play their third match in the Tennants Floodlit Trophy, away at Great Harwood (k.o. 7-30 p.m.) and they will be looking for revenge, having lost twice against the local rivals already this season. About to set off for their


Judge Watmesley beat Black Bull A. In the second division. CCWMC beat Cross Keys 6-2 and in the third division, leaders Bridge Inn beat Black Bull B.


finals are to be held in D e e e ni b e r . with t h e second division matches on December 9th at Clitheroe Social Club, the third divi­ sion matches on December 16th at the Commercial and the first division games on December 23rd at Low Moor Club. Results: Division One —


The divisional knockout


some promising newer players.


the centre to let Mike Francis into the pack.


on the left wing, with newcomer to the first team. Richard Day. on the right wing. Paul Tabemer returned at full-back for the first time this season and John Townson moved out of the back row into


Andrew Caunce came in : e.ej t ' ........


and experience showed at every phase of the game, which was to be expected as their team contained a fair sprinkling of players with county or divisional


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. . . closest to scoring


experience. However, although con-


eeeding weight in the scrummage, the pack played weil in tight play and were not shown tip in this area. They lost out in the line-outs against a set of giants. Among the three-quar­


Clitheroe not


disgraced Preston (Jmss^hoppers IS


ters. centre Steve Taylor had a storming game mak­ ing massive yardage every time he got the ball. On the wing. Day, although not seeing as much of the ball as he would like, still h:ul some good runs and put in some bone crunch­ ing tackles. Clitheroe were unlucky


CLITHEROE seconds put in their best performance of the season at Low Moor on Saturday — and it needed to be to avoid a


thive-figure seoreline. Intimidated by the size


not to score when serum- half Malcolm Heanan was tackled yards short after sprinting half the length of the pitch. Clitheroe are unlikely to


and strength of their opponents, it seemed to be raining tries in the first half, as Clitheroe were fairly comprehensively overrun. There was little cohesion and despite the b e s t e f fo r ts of the forwards, the threequar- ters’ defence left a lot to be desired. The second half was a


fa c e t h i s k i n d o f experienced side this w e e k e n d w h e n t h e y recommence their league programme against .Man­ chester side Shell Carring­ ton at Littlemoor tk.o. 2- 15 p.m.). They will be


looking to recapture their form of a few weeks ago to improve their current mid-table position. Cl i theme: Taber nor.


Clitheroc 2ml XV 0.


different story altogether. With perhaps a touch of


complacency creeping in to the Preston side. Clitheroe came hack with a ven­ geance. enjoying several perinds of sustained pressure, with the visitors pinned hack within their own 22. Three times Clitheroe


Caunce. Townson. Taylor. Day. O'Duffy. Heanan, P roc tor. Ishorwood, Dubowski. Giles. Francis. N e w to n , H o 1 ill e s . McEntvre.


Seasonal run


Royal Oak A 7. White Hoi-se 1; Judge Wahneslev 6. Black Bull A 2; Pendle Witch 6, Dog and Par­ tridge 2; Black Horse o. URL A 3: Commercial 2. Kings Arms A 6; Horse­ shoe 6, Black Bull 2. Division Two — New


WHAT better way to work off all the excesses of Christmas than to enter the popular Ribble Yalley 10k Road Race. The annual event, which


Inn 6. Billington BC 2; Clitheroe FC4. Low Moor Club I: Swan with Two Necks 6. Craven Heifer A


2; CCWMC 6. Cross Keys O


Brown Cow 5. Clitlieroe SC 3: Kings Arms B 6. Riliblesdate Wanderers 2; RBL B 6. Dog and Par­ tridge 2: Black Bull B 2. Bridge Inn 6; Craven Heifer B S. Royal Oak C 0. Points and positions: Division One — Judge Walmesley 80, Black Bull A 64. Royal Oak A 60. Horseshoe 59, Kings Arms A IS. Pernlle Witch 40. Black Horse 39. RBL A 39, Commercial 37, Dog and Partridge 22, Black


D i v i s i o n T ii r e e —


CCWMC 57. New Inn 55, Billington BC -IS, Low Moor Club 45, Swan with Two Necks 39, Cross Keys 3S, De Lacy Arms 37. Craven Heifer A 27, Clith­ eroe FC 14. Division T h re e —


Bull 21, White Horse 21. D i v i s i o n T w o


—


this year is being held on December 29th. attracts both club and fun runners, with all proceeds going to the Ribble Valley Mayor's Charity. Interest in the forth­


pushed over the Preston line, only to be denied the try after the retreating pack managed to hold up the ball. With a tremendous


effort from the forwards, securing a greater share of clean possession, the hacks also raised their game, stringing several penetrat­ ing moves together. At the breakdown of play, the forwards were there in numbers to secure second and third phase ball, and their performance at the lineoiits, particularly when spoiling Preston pos­ session. was a revelation. As a result, Preston


coming race is already building up and with a limit on the size of field, anyone wishing to take part should enter as soon as possible. Forms are available now


from Clitheroe's Tourist Information Centre in the Market Place (0200 25566). After the success of the


recently held Ribble Val­ iev Triathlon, hopes are high that the 1991 10K Road Race, this year sponsored by Reebok, will be the best yet. Starting at Edisford Road in Clitheroe at 11


only managed to score one converted try in the second half, and Clitheroe were very unlucky to draw a blank at the end of the


day. Outstanding perfor­


mances came from Nick Hardman at serum half and m a n - o f-1 h e- in a t e li.


Wayne Jomies at prop. li‘ Clitheroe continue to


build on performances like this, the team is sure to be rewarded with more favourable s e o r e 1 i n e s against less auspicious opponents in the future. Clitheroe: Rowley,


a.m., the route takes the runners on a picturesque and testing route through­ out the Ribble Valley countryside, before head­ ing back to Clitheroe for the finish. In a bid to make this


,Ionites, Prvtherch, Blanc, Thornber. ‘S. Woodburn. Hitchen.


Bridge inn 61, Kings Arms B 50, Royal Oak B 53, RBL B IS, Brown Cow 40, Craven Heifer B 45, Ribblesdale Wanderers •12, Black Bull B 32, Royal Oak C 25. Clitheroe SC 24, Dog and Partridge IS.


East Lancashire League Division One mat e h against Colne Legion. Clitheroe Reserves were halted in their tracks when a Colne clnb official called the game off, with the away side unable to raise a


year's race the best yet, the search is on for volun­ teers to help out on the day and act as marshalls and time-keepers. "Because it is such a fun event, we are urging peo­


ple who do not want to run to get involved in different ways,” said Mr Simon Bradley. Anyone in te re s te d


Flattering score Kibble Valiev I, Blackburn 5


THIS league game was a much closer affair than the scoreline suggested, but Blackburn


side. On S a tu rd a y , the.


Reserves take oil Johnsons SC at Sliawbridge (k.o. 2- 15 p.in.) and follow that a week on Friday with a


local derby against Whal­ ley, again at Shawbridge (k.o. 7 p.m.). The Reserves are play­


were the stronger side with a greater depth of talent.


were aware of the task facing them and showed great determination from the o u tse t. They all worked and tackled hard ami surprised the visitors with their attitude.


The Ribble Valley side


ing well in the league and after some frustrating home performances, have hit top form both at Shaw­ bridge and away.


Hass NWCKI, Division One


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was much in evidence and they did a great job of keeping Blackburn’s attack extremely subdued. When Blackburn did threaten, Ribble Valley’s defence was sound and ’keeper Lamb was in splendid form. The first half was evenly


The home side’s midfield


the opening goal came five minutes after the break, quickly followed by two more.


home side were always chasing the game and although managing a num­ ber of attacks, it was Blackburn who scored again, this time from a corner. As the match neared


From this point on, the


Confident display


( ’raven Heifer 2, Station Hotel 0


STARTING in style, Cra­ ven Heifer took the lead after 10 minutes in this Whitbread Kibble Valley League match, with a Washbrook header. The Station re-grouped


should contact Mr Bradley at Ribble Valley Borough Council (25111).


Forrester, Sutcliffe. J. Hardman. Heminingway. G. Woodluirn. N. Hard­ man, Moore. Hodges,


and began to play quite well. The home team then replied with a good chance when Gupte crossed to Ward, who shot just over the bar.Craven Heifer contin­ ued to create chances, with Martin Aspinwall feeding Washbrook. How­ ever, the chance was well- saved by the Station ’keeper. The away side kept


attacking and won a suc­ cession of corners towards the end of the half, but the Craven Heifer defence held out well. The Station continued to


attack in the second half, but for all their pos­ session, they could not score. With 20 minutes to go,, the Craven Heifer began to get back into the


contested, with the Ribble Valley just having the edge, but finishing with nothing to show for all their efforts. There seemed to be no


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full-time, Martin Cain scored a consolation goal for the Ribble Valley, but Blackburn had the last laugh, scoring their fifth wi th only minut e s remaining. Despite the result, this


match. A f t e r s o m e g o o d


was an encouraging dis­ play from the Ribble Val­ ley, who entertain Hynd- burn on Saturday. Ribble Valley: Lamb,


reason why things should not have continued in the same way in the second half. However, Blackburn began to get stronger and


Ireland, Chapman, Hin- dle, McArtny, Hosty, Brown, Berry, Wilkinson, Singh; Haythornthwaite, Stoddard, Cain.


chances had been created and missed, Washbrook [lopped up to seal the result with his second goal. Station lilayed well and did not look like a side struggling at the bottom end of the table, while the Craven Heifer must start [inssing the ball more and playing as a team. Craven Heifer: Devine,


Wilson, Renwick, Grant, Aspinwall (D), Ward, Washbrook, Gupte, Aspin- wall (L). Blenkinship, Aspinwall (M). Subs: Bil­ lington, Maeer.


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