TWO of the leading contenders for honours in the Costcuter Ceredigion League this season were forced to come from behind, before they managed to salvage a result on the opening day.

Reigning champions St Dogmaels were a goal down in their local derby match at the King George after Dylan Davies had put the Magpies ahead - but a late equaliser from Mike Diggle saved the day.

Newcastle Emlyn were two goals down away at Llanboidy, but the hero of the hour Jake Kelly bagged a late winner with a far post header to complete his hat-trick and a 3-2 win for the visiting team.

Goals from Rhys Jenkins and Ross McDonald had put the Cae Dandre men in the driving seat, but two penalties awarded to the Reds then let them back in.

Meanwhile Scott Mayes was the goal scoring hero for Llandysul as his solitary effort proved enough to see off Ffostrasol 1-0, following a hard fought encounter.

The local derby affair between Felinfach and Lampeter ended at 1-1 with Owain Thomas netting for the Milkmen, and Jason Jones bagging a goal for the Town. Crannog were expecting a tricky encounter at Aberporth, but they eventually came through for a comfortable 6-1 win.

Maesglas claimed local bragging rights in their derby at St Dogmaels Reserves in the Costcutter Ceredigion League division two as they emerged winners by 5-0.

Rhodri George led the way with a brace and Johnny Rees, Tom Gardiner and Grant Colmer provided the other goals as the Cardigan side eased to a solid win.

There was also a comfortable win for New Quay as they defeated Crannog Reserves by 4-1, with William Davies netting a hat trick for the visiting team. Jack Chetwynd was also on target for the Seasiders, whilst Jake Shakespeare scored the reply for Crannog Reserves.

Aberaeron Reserves opened their campaign with a solid win 3-0 at Ffostrasol Reserves.

Newly-formed Crymych, who are subject to an appeal to the FAW, played a friendly match at local rivals Cardigan Reserves on Thursday, and they showed their potential with a 6-1 win, with Gethin Evans leading the way with a hat-trick.

Sion Vaughan and Steffan James, with a penalty, also netted for the Preseli men.