PAUL Swift underlined his credentials as the master of Rumworth Reservoir when his win in the last Winter League series match confirmed him as the overall champion for the third year in succession.

Using his favoured quivertip, he took roach steadily throughout the match to register 6lbs-1ozs at the all-out.

John Hanley finished in second place with 3lbs-15ozs. Two shared third place with Darren Hanley and Terry Crosby both returning 3lbs-5ozs. Mick Hayes was fifth with 3lbs-4ozs.

Overall Championship standings: 1st, Paul Swift 5points, 2nd. Darren Hanley 8 points, 3rd. Chris Riley 9 points, 4th. John Crook 9 points.