HOCKEY: Bury scored four goals for the third successive game as they kept themselves level on points at the top of the league.

Cooke, Waywell and Sameer Sheikh all saw shots saved by the Prescot keeper before the deadlock was finally broken.

Following a good defensive interception the ball was delivered to Waywell in midfield.

His superb first time pass found Cooke in space and the in-form striker showed good skill and composure as he drew the keeper and placed the ball confidently into the net.

Once again the Bury midfield was looking impressive as the home side looked to add to their lead.

When the second goal did arrive, it was courtesy of another blistering Dave Matthews short corner. The Bury forward smashed an unstoppable shot into the bottom corner.

Not to be outdone Mark Waywell then produced a marauding run down the left wing. Having beaten three men, the striker cut into the ‘D’ and managed to shoot from a tight angle.

The ball managed to beat both defender and goalkeeper as it found its way in at the near post.

With a 3-0 lead, Bury took their foot off the gas somewhat.

Bury were still creating chances, however, and Joe Ainscow was superbly denied his third goal in three appearances following a tremendous triple save from the Prescot keeper.

The Old Boys finally made the game secure 15 minutes from the end. A Hillary short corner was saved by the Prescot keeper, but Sameer Sheikh was on hand to score the Old Boys’ fourth and final goal.

Anyone who may be interested in playing, umpiring, sponsoring or helping the club in any way should contact chairman Sameer Sheikh on bgsobhockeyclub@hotmail.com