DEMOCRATS B pulled off a shock win in Oxford & District League Section 1 when they defeated their A side 4-1.

With the table playing better than in previous weeks, there were some good scores to be had.

The B team went into a 3-0 lead when John Patey beat Richard Garrett 5,710-4,810, Steve Huntley made 10,900 and Dave Bartlett pipped Brian French 5,480-5,440.

Billy Hill pulled one back with 7,510, before Tony Harvey completed the win with a fine 8,150.

Premier leaders Nelson A saw off Masons A 5-0 at home, Ray Sturgess (11,610), Keith Sheard (15,470), Pete Ewins, Pauline Withey and Steven Sheard 10,650 all winning.

Didcot Conservative Club also won 5-0 at home to Gladiators A, Jenny Abbott (6,340), Dave Tooke (7,760), Sue Atkins, Mark Trafford (15,450) and Stuart Florey (7,660) taking the spoils.

Corner House triumphed 4-1 away to Gladiators B. Alan Oliver (12,410), Allan Lacey (7,550) and Bob Allsworth (7,410) all played well.

OTHER RESULTS Premier & Section 1: Masons B 3, Dolphin A 2. Section 2/3: Shelley 2, Berinsfield 3; Vikings 3, Nelson B 2; Cavalier 3, Headington Con Club 2.

  • Pete Ewins has taken over as the league secretary following David Tooke's resignation.