Keen to avenge the whitewash of last year, Lancaster didn’t start as they had planned. An early try for York after a lapse in concentration in the Lancaster defence set the tone for the rest of the game. After scoring another try, Lancaster atoned for their mistake in the 2nd half with three tries from Rowland and substitutes Shaw and Van Mourik. In the final play of the game, York broke free and secured the win with a converted try. 24-17
