Ramsey B got off to a flying start in their Cheshire Junior Plate tie against Southern Nomads.
Davide Mazzone crashed over for an early try and skipper Darren Ideson potted a drop goal to give them an early 8-0 lead.
However, Nomads replied with interest to run out 22-8 eventual winners.
Sportbike MGP seeded riders announced
Andrew Farrell to lead out class at this year's event
Shooting: Faragher claims high gun at charity shoot
One-hundred competitors part of busy event at Meary Veg
Golf: Top-ten for Daryl Callister at Tennant Cup
Event is the world's oldest open amateur stroke-play championship
Equestrian: Ingham long-listed for FEI World Championships
Island rider among nominated entries for next month's event