LUCTONIANS suffered a 27-8 away defeat at Hull in their opening match on the National League 2 North.

The Mortimer Park side were without a competitive game last season but had been in friendly action in the build-up to the campaign.

After an even opening to the game Hull kicked into the corner before pushing over the opening try.

Hull then broke from the restart to gain a 12-0 lead at the break.

Tom Jones kicked Lucs back into the game before Tom Smith scored an unconverted try.

However, Hull regained control scoring a penalty and two further tries to secure the win.

This weekend Luctonians have their first home match in over 18 months when they face Chester (3pm kick-off).