Gate victorious in basement battle

By TIM THORLEY

Harrogate................2 3 Preston G................. 17 ALTHOUGH this was a bottom-of-the-table clash, the sides produced enterprising rugby in a must-win game. The outstanding play occurred in the third minute. With both sides kicking for position, Will Yates collected near his own 22 and ran through the Hoppers defence for a fine try that Sam Fox converted. Gate went further ahead in the 12th minute when they ran the ball and Will Rawlinson finished off. Momentum then shifted as Hoppers took control. First, Harry Thompson scored from a line-out move, then Will...

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