Conor Byrne struck a hat-trick and Andy Harding netted two as the Isle of Man men’s side put up a spirited showing before going down 7-5 to Lytham on Saturday.
They play the England over 40s tomorrow (Sunday).
Hockey results for Saturday, March 26
Wi Manx Mixed Division One
Cammags 3-1 Bacchas C
Cushags 3-2 Valkyrs C
Harlequins A 5-2 Ramsey Ravens
Saracens Sabres 1-1 Vikings C
Wi Manx Mixed Division Two
Harlequins B 1-3 Saracens Sharks
Ramsey Rookies 1-4 Vikings D
Southerners 4-0 Cosney
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