Roseberry Sunday Invitation League

Champions Roseberry gained two wins, without conceding a goal, in their bid to retain the crown.

They had a 2-0 win over Norton and a similar success against Guisborough.

Following a goalless first-half against Norton, Roseberry were much improved in the second period and finally broke the deadlock through Trish Alderson, the opening created by Rowena Simpson.

A second goal soon followed following good passing from Charlotte Drury and Sarah McDonald, the move was finished by Nicky Carpenter.

Players of the match: Laura Whaley (Norton), Trish Alderson (Roseberry).

Roseberry, as against Norton, took the initiative in the second period after a goalless first-half against Guisborough. Sarah McDonald gave Roseberry the lead from a well-worked penalty corner routine. A precise pass from 14-year-old Lindsey Henry gave Trish Alderson the opportunity to complete Roseberry's victory.

Title contenders Stockton gained a 3-2 victory against Mackinlay. Stockton opened strongly and dominated the opening 15 minutes, although they started a player short.

Defiant Mackinlay were finally broken down by a shot from Caroline Jones and a second goal soon followed with Jones playing a key role, her pass from outside the circle nudged home by Kath Iley.

Stockton opened a three-goal advantage when Jones crossed for captain Emma Renwick to score from a rebound after keeper Nikki Tucker stopped the initial shot.

Mackinlay fought back admirably in the second-half and it took excellent defensive work and skilful keeping from Stockton's Terri Martin to keep them at bay. However, the Mackinlay pressure was finally rewarded with a goal from Michelle Leibrick and six minutes from the end Sue Mason scored from a penalty corner.

The remainder of the game was tense with Stockton clinging to their lead.

Players of the match: Stockton, Caroline Jones and Jean Hyde of Mackinlay.

Stokesley, needing a win over Guisborough to stay in title contention, were held to a goalless draw.

Stokesley were awarded a penalty corner in the second-half but keeper Claire Giles made an excellent save.

Players of the match: Claire Richmond (Stokesley) and Kerry Lewis (Guisborough).

Other results: Barnard Castle 0, Thirsk 3; Mackinlay 3, Northallerton 0; Barnard Castle 1, Stockton 0.