The Isle of Man men’s hockey team made a winning start to the counties tournament in Portsmouth.
Strikes from Andrew Whiting (two) and Andy Vernon-Browne, plus debut goals from Sam Moffatt and James Harrison, sealed a 5-1 success over the Royal Navy.
They were then narrowly beaten 2-1 by Herefordshire in their second match with Alex Bell on target for the Island.
The Manx team face Surrey and Leicestershire on Sunday.
Final 2026 ARA Championship round beckons
Still several titles to be decided at Jurby
2026 End to End Walk taking place today
More than 250 people signed up for grueling challenge
Football: Corinthians go top of premier league as Peel stumble
Castletown pull clear at summit of Division 2
Rugby: Douglas Celts begin Manx Shield title defence with a win
Champions earn narrow victory over Ramsey at Port-e-Chee
