FERNDALE Girls U-16s returned to the top of the Central Warwickshire League with a hard-fought 3-0 win at Marston Green.

Emily Gilbert bagged two classy goals and Natalie Holmes rounded off the scoring with a header.

Toni Hipkins took player-of-the-match for a superb midfield display but Holly Penwarden ended up on crutches after an ankle knock.

Ferndale play their last league game on Saturday, April 26, at Royal Eagles.