HAWKESDALE-MACARTHUR has claimed local bragging rights, leading from the outset to defeat Penshurst, 45-38, in Mininera and District Netball Association A grade round two action on Saturday.

An 11-8 opening term saw the Eagles edge clear on their home court at Macarthur Recreation Reserve, as Penshurst could only manage eight goals to Hawkesdale-Macarthur’s 16 to trail by 11 at the main break.