Heckmondwike started their season on a high by defeating Northumbria Vikings from Newcastle, with youngsters Adam Watson and Pawel Idziorek both riding well while the returning Jake Wood showed he still had what it takes.
New team member Mick Knowles also proved his worth.
Scores: Heckmondwike 82 (Pawel Idziorek 19+1, Adam Watson 18+1, Darren Kent 17+1, Jake Wood 10+1, Mick Knowles 10+1, Richard Wells 5, reserves Chris Summersgill 2, Laura Watson 1), Northumbria Vikings 68.
Heckmondwike won their junior match 62-0 as Newcastle brought no riders.
Scores: Heckmondwike 62 Northumbria Vikings 0 (Tom Whitwam 16, Will Naylor 14, Declan Summersgill 12, Harvey Wells 12, Ben Summersgill 10, Bella Naylor 10).
Challenge match: Heckmondwike 75 (Tom Whitwam 16+1, Justin Naylor 15+1, Mick Knowles 11, Adam Watson 11, Chris Summersgill 9+1, Laura Watson 8+1, Russell Warcup 4), Northumbria Vikings 75.
Heckmondwike travel to Stockport on Sunday, while training continues on Wednesdays at Firth Park, Heckmondwike, WF16 0HH (7.30pm). For more information, contact Justin Naylor (07799-367370 or jusycom@yahoo.co.uk).
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