HUDDERSFIELD produced a battling display but still went down 35-18 in their historic first National III North rugby union match at Fylde.

Fly half Chris Johnson accounted for 13 of his side’s points with a penalty, a drop goal a try and a conversion.

Winger Adam Sutcliffe also touched down for Mark Sowerby’s side, who host derby rivals Halifax this Saturday.

The Ovenden Park side went down 24-13 at home to Preston Grasshoppers.

For a full match report from Fylde and II North round-up, see tomorrow’s Examiner.