Bury 17 Eagle 7

EAGLE’S first away game of the Lancs/Cheshire Division Three North season ended in defeat at Bury.

Captain Simon Counsell’s converted try ensured they went into the break level at 7-7, but a red card in the second half allowed Bury to pull away.

Eagle welcome Clitheroe to Thornton Road on Saturday, kick off 3pm.