VOLUNTEER B are the early pacesetters in Northwich and District Pool League Division One with Volunteer A close behind after they both recorded good victories against Coachman and Winnington Park respectively.

Meanwhile Owley Wood A, who defeated Rudheath 4-3, are just one point behind in third.

Chapels Wine Bar A are the Division Two leaders, starting with two straight wins, along with Lavins, Greenbank and Hartford British Legion B, while Salt Barge head Division Three, followed by Lion & Railway and Wheatsheaf A, who have also won their two opening games.