Hudson clinches title for Phoenix (From Bradford Telegraph and Argus)

Hudson clinches title for Phoenix

9:40am Monday 27th April 2009 in

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Ryan Hudson scored the goal that secured the DIVISION 3A championship for Bradford Phoenix in the Bradford Sunday Alliance League.

The prize looked in doubt when title rivals Hudsons Athletic took the lead through Tim Suddards’ glancing header.

But with time running out, a long ball from Chris Mawson bounced kindly for Hudson and he headed home to earn a 1-1 draw that means Hudsons cannot now catch Phoenix.

Ravenscliffe Sunday are also celebrating after a 2-0 victory at Sandy Lane settled the DIVISION 2A title race.

Coach Nicky Lannen said: “After a difficult season, credit to the team for pulling through and showing great character and attitude.”

The DIVISION 3B promotion issue remains undecided after Thornbury Celtic slipped up 2-1 at Nab Wood Juniors Reserves.

Chris Winn grabbed a last-minute winner for Nab Wood, leaving second-placed Thornbury looking over their shoulders.

Lenny Dalliday’s second-half strike for Cycling appeared to have condemned Stanningley Albion to their first DIVISION FOUR defeat of the season but the champions elect battled back to draw 2-2.

Meanwhile, IMS Celtic made certain of second place thanks to a 2-2 draw with Harold Club, who look set to finish the season fifth.