National League 2 North

As the second week of National 2 North approaches, Preston Grasshoppers are preparing for their first home game of the season in an all Lancashire clash with Sedgley Park.

Chester began their season in National 2 North with a 24-13 win over Birmingham &Solihull after getting promoted to the league last season.

Sedgley Tigers began their campaign in National Two North this weekend with an impressive 36-0 home victory over Caldy.

A selection of images from Fylde's 17-14 win over Sedgley Tigers in a pre-season friendly in Lancashire.

Sedgley Tigers pushed National one side Fylde all the way in a fiercely competitive contest; resembling more of a league game with either side’s effort and physicality.