They gained a comprehensive victory against the Merseyside visitors in beautiful conditions which warranted running rugby. Rossendale showed their intentions from the first whistle and quickly built a first half lead of 14 points to 3. An exchange of penalties, Dale's Steve Nutt successful with his kick, were followed by a close range try by player coach Tim Fourie, and then wide out by right winger Danny Harrison who was set up by some quick handling involving Tim Fourie and hooker Paul Keys. Steve Nutt landed both conversions.

The turn around saw a Rossendale team with the slope in their favour and eager to extend their lead. They did this when in form Jamie Albinson who was greatly missed at the defeat by Penrith last week broke free to score under the posts. Steve Nutt converted. More pressure saw Dale’s best try of the afternoon with Alasdair Harper racing clear following an excellent off load by full back Roger Dennison. Steve Nutt converted. Rossendale sealed the victory and bonus point with trys late on by replacement Andy Dauncey and Tom Albinson. Nevertheless the best try of the afternoon saw Park break clear from deep in their own half to score under the posts. With three games to go, one more win should see second place guaranteed.

Next weekend they are away to Altringham Kersal 3.00pm ko.