Although Harrogate were second best in most playing departments, they defended impressively and scored 2 excellent tries from Calum Irvine and Mike Aspinall.

There were clear indications of the improvements which will be needed on Saturday when we have our final warm- up match, at home, against Darlington Mowden Park.

Hillhead’s after match hospitality led to an enjoyable and important session of team bonding between Harrogate and their hosts.

New skipper, Jimmy Browne masterminded a comprehensive fining ceremony in which the Glaswegians played a full part.

Former President, Allen Tattersfield was the only serious casualty of the weekend. A late night, somewhat unsteady walk from the Clubhouse led to the car park jumping up and attacking him.

The only visible damage was a black eye and interestingly re-designed spectacles. Everything else, including his dignity, was intact.

Match photos courtesy of Iain Dewar