Clifton FC were left cursing their luck as the York Sunday Afternoon Football League kicked off.

They drew 1-1 at home with AV Saville in division one but hit the woodwork seven times.

Woodthorpe also drew 1-1 with Goole side Rawcliffe while Bubwith beat Clifton Rangers 2-1 and Black Dog (Camblesforth) defeated Heworth 3-0.

In division two, newcomers Bay Horse lost 6-2 to Drum, while Cedarwood, who have also just joined the league, made a better start, beating Wigginton 3-2.

The biggest win of the day saw Knavesmire thump CB United 8-1.

Updated: 11:43 Friday, September 19, 2003