The Northern Powergrid York and District Table Tennis League is nearing its conclusion but notable issues are still to be resolved, writes John Temple.

Coneysthorpe ‘A’ are champions of division one but the relegation and play-off situation is undecided.

University ‘A’, who have three matches to play, and Crescent ‘B’ are fighting to avoid the drop.

The team that finishes the higher of the pair, who clash shortly, will have to play-off with York RI ‘E’ for a division one place.

Jim Mills and John Wooldridge were unbeaten as Bootham ‘A’ beat Crescent ‘B’ 8-2, though the losers were unfortunate to see four points dropped in sets which went to a final game.

RI ‘E’ secured the necessary points for a play-off spot, with a 6-4 win over Tramways, for whom Mike Robinson turned in a fine performance to win his singles.

York RI ‘C’ are division two champions, while York RI ‘F’ and Bootham ‘D’ are relegated to division three.

The division three title rests between Shepherds ‘D’ and Holgate ‘C’, who play in the final fixture of the season.

Holgate ‘D’ look certain to retain their status after thumping University ‘B’ 8-2 with Pete Taylor in control.

York RI ‘H’ are relegated with Aviva ‘A’ in danger of the same fate.

Thornton-le-Clay were crowned champions in division four.