Southern Nomads returned to the top of the Shimmin Wilson Manx Shield with a narrow 22-17 win over neighbours Castletown.
Nomads led 7-3 at half-time and hung on to take the points despite a Castletown comeback in the second half.
Town’s tries came from James Jones and Conor Stephen, with two conversions and a penalty from Sam Peel.
FC Isle of Man searching for elusive home win against Pilkington
Both sides played out goalless draw earlier this season
Hockey: Two leagues split for crucial stage of mixed season
Plenty still up for grabs going into final weeks of the campaign
Rugby: Douglas face big clash against Vale of Lune
Vagabonds and Ramsey back on the road again
Football: Defending prem champions Peel on the road in western clash
Top two in Division 2 return to action this weekend