Ramsey B got off to a flying start in their Cheshire Junior Plate tie against Southern Nomads.
Davide Mazzone crashed over for an early try and skipper Darren Ideson potted a drop goal to give them an early 8-0 lead.
However, Nomads replied with interest to run out 22-8 eventual winners.
Hockey: Bacchas Mens and Valkyrs Ladies among sides to progress from cup first round
Plate and Bowl fixtures also took place at weekend
Rugby: Douglas keep playoff hopes alive
Isle of Man team win on the road
Football: Castletown close in on Division 2 leaders
Waterlogged pitches affect Canada Life Premier League fixturesÂ
More men on the Island getting involved in netball
New Performance League gets underway at The Roundhouse
