PENSHURST has held its nerve against a determined Glenthompson-Dunkeld at Penshurst Recreation Reserve on Saturday as the arch rivals played out a thrilling contest in round 13 of the Mininera and District Football League (MDFL), 10.7 (67) – 8.12 (60).

The teams entered the contest knowing that defeat could derail the season with only three games remaining in the home and away season.