Southern Nomads are top of the Shimmin Wilson Manx Shield after a 35-5 victory over Ramsey B.
Meanwhile, Douglas B consolidated their mid-table position with a 41-0 success over Emerging Nomads.
Two tries each from John Bateson, Ray Sharp and Paul Gale, plus one from John Ledgwidge - ably assisted by three conversions from Johnny Howarth – ensured a comfortable day in the office for Douglas.
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