Steel Bangle's impressive start to the season in Bradford Sunday Alliance League Division 3A continued with a hard-fought victory against Fleece Clayton yesterday.

The hosts, who have scored an amazing 41 goals in their last four games, threatened to run riot once again against their mid-table opponents but a dogged performance by the visitors made this a very even contest.

The hosts went 3-0 up with goals from Gurdip Bhambra, Dave Simmonds and Gurpal Bhambra before Fleece made a comeback in the second half.

However, the home side held on for the victory and have won all eight opening games - six in the league and two in the cup.

TCFC had a good 3-1 victory over Dudley Hill Keys to remain in contention at the top of the table, with Mathew Boyce, Rob Denton and Daniel Wheeler on the mark for the hosts.

Elliott Holmes hit a hat-trick for Swaine Green as they shared six goals with George Hotel Reserves.

Bolton Woods remain in contention in Division 1A after a hard-earned 3-2 victory over Woodman Wibsey.

Meanwhile, Buttershaw Celtic and Victoria Rangers shared eight goals in a thriller, with Nicky Walker scoring the equaliser with five minutes to go after the hosts had led 3-0 in the first half.

Division 1B leaders Stanninglrey Albion beat Wrose Bull 9-0, with Jarman getting a hat-trick for the visitors.

Fleece hit eight without reply against Ravenscliffe, with both Michael Ferguson and Chris Caton hitting trebeles for the home side.

Oakworth welcomed back Andy Fradley after his tour of Afghanistan but it was Joe Brady who was the goal-scoring hero with five against FC George.

Prospect and Lane Ends shared 12 goals, with Gary Litvinov bagging a hat-trick and Brett Franks a brace for the hosts.

In Division 2A, White Hart maintained their 100 per cent start with a 3-2 victory over Heaton Kings Arms, Marcus Edwards scoring all three goals for his third hat-trick of the season.

Mathew Mane hit four for Shoulder of Mutton in their 8-1 victory at Queensbury Reserves.