Malton and Norton gained promotion to Yorkshire Two in sensational style on Saturday.

They scored 19 tries in a 107-3 annihilation of Old Otliensians at The Gannock.

With nearest rivals Stocksbridge losing to bottom placed Hessle the two top teams in Yorkshire Three will be Heath and Malton, although in which order they will finish is still to be decided as Heath lost to Leeds Corinthians.

A large crowd saw Malton record their second century of the season. A dispirited Otliensians, with an incompetent front row, had no answer to some of Malton's fast and open rugby as forwards and backs alike displayed their full array of skills.

Such was the gulf between the two sides that the referee found it necessary to consult the rule book at half-time with Malton leading 51-3.

However, the rules clearly state that the match must be played to a conclusion and Otliensians could not be saved from further punishment.

Tries came thick and fast as Malton took total control of all phases of play and tore the visitors defence apart.

Eleven of the 18 players used by Malton got their names on the scorecard, which highlights the type of open game played by Malton.

Malton's final league game will be against Barnsley at The Gannock on Saturday, April 27.

Updated: 12:02 Monday, April 15, 2002