Leopards claim bragging rights
LEIGH LEOPARDS 18 WIGAN WARRIORS 8
DAVE PARKINSON Leigh Sports Village, Friday
Ethan O’Neill is challenged by Jake Wardle
LEIGH moved within three points of borough neighbours Wigan following a hard-fought derby success that saw Owen Trout the hero with a crucial score at the end.
The Leopards had fought back from a 0-8 deficit at half-time and showed superb levels of commitment and grit to come away with victory.
“We were really tough and resilient,” said their coach, Adrian Lam.
“We were poor at times last week (against Leeds), so we needed to respond to that and the boys did. There were a lot of moving pieces this week in the sense of players coming in and going out and moving positions.
“So it was always going to be a real challenge, but I’m just proud, especially given that we haven’t played at home for six weeks roughly.”