ECCLESTON Vikings put up a valiant show at Whitworth Spartans in a game which saw three players make their debuts.

Missing some regulars the team played very well but could not prevent a scoreline of 32-18.

Tries were scored by Adam McGowan, 2, and Dave Anders. Man of the match was awarded to Matt Garner sponsored by St. Helens Ju Jitsu with Dave Anders and Frankie Barkley also playing very well.

Saturday sees the arrival of Higginshaw at LSH for a 2pm kick off.