QUICKFIRE centre Mark Hudspith was in sparkling form as Leigh RU socked Sandbach 35-16.

He was supported by stand-off Ross Bullough and hooker Paul Deakin, the pair having an outstanding match.

After an exchange of penalties Phil Robinson powered in for the first try. Then Hudspith shot through for a super score.

With Hudspith's goals it was 18-6 at the break, Leigh in total command.

Another Hudspith try and goal extended their lead before Sandbach crossed their line. But Andrew Westwell's good run set up Ross Bullough for a try and, late on, Jim Bridge rounded it off with a touchdown in the corner.

Leigh 2nds beat Sandbach 31-15 with tries from Tim Westwell, Dave Thompson, Ian Westwell 2 and Barry Yates.

Leigh 3rds beat Sandbach 28-25, the tries from Mills, Delaney, Kenwright and Delaney.

Leigh U13s beat Widnes 22-0 (Sawle 2, Brown 2) while Thomas Baker was named Man of the Tournament as Leigh U9s reached the semi-final in the annual Littleborough competition, losing to eventual winners Preston Grasshoppers.

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