DENNIS Atkins was in fine form to help Donnington Club record their first win of the season when beating Bletchingdon Club 4-2 at home, writes PETE EWINS.

Pete Soanes put the visitors in front in the Oxford & District League fixture, but Atkins (6,310) and Jenny Florey (4,810) made it 2-1 to the hosts.

Soanes levelled again, but doubles wins for Atkins (9,440) and Florey (4,380) secured victory for Donnington.

West Oxford Democrats Club beat Gladiators Club 3½-2½.

John Patey (7,070), Terry Green (4,200) and Alan Malyinko led them to victory.

Dave Gordon and Jenny Webb won for Gladiators, before Bob Pincombe’s drawn game.