Heckmondwike travelled to Newcastle for their final race of this season against the Northumbria Vikings and were beaten 84-66.

With Heckmondwike having a team of only six and no juniors available to make the long journey, the small team battled well.

But the Vikings’ home track knowledge paid off in the end with them taking the win.

Heckmondwike’s Pawel Idziorek had his track record finally broken by Northumbria’s Gavin Parr, only for Pawel to take it back 10 minutes later with a sensational four-lap time of 42.1sec.

Scores: Heckmondwike 66 Northumbria 84. For Heckmondwike Darren Kent 12+1, Ryan Summersgill 8, Adam Watson 16, Justin Naylor 6, Pawel Idziorek 18+1, Laura Watson 6.

Heckmondwike put three riders forward for the challenge match, with Ryan Summersgill, Laura Watson and Justin Naylor all taking race wins for their side win the match easily.

To join Heckmondwike next season contact Justin Naylor on 07799 367370. Community groups and clubs are welcome and all equipment is provided.