Poor start proves costly for Dalesmen
Wharfedale, hoping to bounce back from a dismal performance in their previous match, were once again hit by a blistering start by their opponents. They trailed 12-0 to well-constructed tries by Blackheath wingers Liam Gibson and Richard Lankshear.
The Greens did not buckle, and by the end of the first quarter had clawed back onto level terms. Impressive mauling by the home pack provided the launch pad for a slick move that ended with centre Joe Donkin touching down. Then hooker Steve Graham (20) took the honour after a rumble over the Blackheath line.
Defensive errors gifted visiting stand-off Rory Teague two simple penalties. The Dalesmen began the second half strongly, stand-off Tom Barrett reducing the arrears with a penalty.
But Blackheath made a numerical superiority count with a pack try. The Greens could not score again despite dominating and being held up four times.