THACKLEY suffered a heavy defeat at Staveley MW in the Toolstation Northern Counties East League Premier Division.

The Dennyboys were 2-0 down at half-time and Staveley rattled in another three goals during a 14-minute spell early in the second half.

Luke O'Brien salvaged some pride for the Bradford side as he curled in a shot from the edge of the area to make it 5-1 in stoppage time.

There was better news for Silsden in the North West Counties League Premier Division as they won 2-1 at Bacup & Rossendale Borough.

Zack Dale and Andy Hill were on target for the Cobbydalers before the home side pulled one back late on.