AFTER a somewhat underwhelming performance in their opening game in the Devon and Exeter Premier division, losing 3-0 to Colyton, Lyme Regis showed the form they are capable of with a hard-fought 2-2 home draw against Clyst Valley.

Clyst, who dropped down from the Devon League, went into this game on the back of a 4-1 victory which saw them top the table in week one. They expect to be among the front-runners this season

The visitors dominated the first half, opening the score in the first couple of minutes and adding a second before half-time.

The Seasiders' first half goal came from Fred Parsons whose marauding runs were a constant danger to Clyst.

Lyme had the better of the second half and it was Parsons who stole the equaliser in the 60th minute when he weaved his way past several defenders before cooly slotting the ball home. It was vintage Parsons.

Lyme had to defend desperately at times with Gary Knight clearing off the line and keeper Chris Higgs pulling off a brilliant one-handed save late in the game.

Parsons got the man-of-the-match award but there were other contenders including Cally Garrett who worked his socks off in midfield. Centre-forward Brad Rowe also put in a good shift with his strong running up front. Higgs continues to defy his age with another good performance between the sticks.

Lyme Regis Reserves lost 3-1 to Seaton Town 1st in Division Three. Lyme's goal came from Tom Chapple.