LOWERHOUSE are determined to maintain their good start to the season – and are ready to face cross-town rivals Burnley on derby day on Sunday.

Lowerhouse are riding high in third spot ahead of the big clash and club secretary Frank Entwistle is relishing the day.

“Burnley can play all of their county stars if they want – we are ready for them.

“Our pro Francois Haasbroek goes big game hunting back home in South Africa – and he is ready for the big game on Sunday.

"We can’t wait for it.”