Helsby assumed top spot in Division Five South with a hard-fought and gruelling 14-0 win over Oswestry 3rds.
There is now a single point between the top three of Helsby, Winnington Park 3rds and Acton Nomads after the Greens gained revenge for defeat at Oswestry earlier in the season.
The visitors made a strong start to the conest but Helsby’s defence was immense with Oswestry unable to find a score in the opening 20 minutes and a break from deep then gave the home side the lead with Phil Arkell crossing and Alex Walker converting for a 7-0 scoreline.
Oswestry exerted more pressure on Helsby’s line but could not find a gap before the half-time whistle sounded.
The hosts remained under the cosh early in the second period with the game in the balance throughout until a break from Walker led to a second score for Arkell with seconds remaining and Walker converted to seal an excellent victory for Helsby, who welcome Altrincham Kersal 3rds this weekend.
Chester's home game with Tynedale in National League Two North was postponed because of a unfit pitch at Hare Lane as was Christleton's game with Stockport 3rds in Division Two South.
Chester visit Otley this weekend and Christleton head to New Brighton 2nds.
