After a run of poor form in division two of the Yorkshire League, City of York women's II had a welcome 3-1 home win against Leeds Owls II.

With juniors Lucy Butcher and Rosie Evans playing well, York scored all their goals in the first-half through Helen Shilleto (2) and Sue Draper. Owls' consolation came in the last minute.

In division six, City of York III won 3-0 at Halifax IV. Becky Copperthwaite scored twice before the break, Anwen Hughes adding the third in the second half.

Also in division six, City of York IV had an emphatic 9-1 win at home to Leeds III. Steph Pearson and Jess Barnes both scored hat-tricks, the other goals shared by Julia Lancaster, Chantal Barnes and Hannah Pedley.

City of York Ladies I resume their North League fixtures at Colne Valley next weekend.

York St John College Ladies I won 6-1 at Sheffield IV in division four after falling behind to an early goal.

On target for the York students were Kim Naylor (2), Amy Spencer (2), Lilly Prime and Liz Wilcock.

Updated: 10:40 Tuesday, January 28, 2003