IN the first division of the Rossendale Badminton League, Fearns A recorded their first win of the season with a very close 16-14 away win at Oakgate.

Reigning champions Riverside continued to move up the table with a maximum 25-3 home win over promoted Rising Bridge B, who are still awaiting their first win of the season.

In the second division, the only match played saw second place Goodshaw A close the gap on the leaders when they defeated Phoenix 22-8.