The Lucas Shield Final 2008

This match was played at Great Harwood Chess Club on May 6 2008.
Hawks A won a close match 3.0 - 2.0; for individual game scores click here:   http://www.elca.org.uk/games/2008luc/luc08.htm 

No, they are not agreeing a draw just yet; Steve Barnes (left) Rawtenstall A top board and Scott Riley, the Hawks A number one.

Hawks captain and board 2 Andrew Clarkson prepares to take on Peter Barlass as the Lucas Shield watches closely.

League Chairman Clive Edwards of Hawks A considers his first move against John Lund.

Frank Talton and captain Mick Markey open their games against Anthony Saulle and Peter Logan respectively

John Lund (Rawtenstall A board 3) awaits Clive Edwards first move in reply to e4; Frank Talton on the right completes his paperwork.

The losing Rawtenstall team hold a post match conference.