RIVER Smith bagged a brace as Poppies recorded a 3-0 victory over Wessex Premier rivals Cowes Sports.
Ali Zintany was also on target for the hosts as they secured their eighth win in 15 league games this season.
Will Prior and Shaun Prentice found the net as Christchurch drew 2-2 at Fareham Town.
Zak Pickett’s goal was not enough for Lymington, who lost 3-1 at AFC Portchester.
Bashley were beaten 3-0 at Baffins Milton Rovers, while Sean Wright netted for Hamworthy United in their 4-1 loss to Team Solent.
In Wessex One, Ben Harris, Harrison Clark and Lee Vint struck as Ringwood Town came from behind to beat Folland Sports 3-1 at home.
New Milton stretched to 13 games their losing run in all competitions after suffering a 2-1 defeat to AFC Stoneham. Brandon Ritchie fired a consolation for the hosts.
Hamworthy United tomorrow visit Hythe & Dibden with a place in the final of the Bournemouth Senior Cup on the line. The winners will face Poppies or Lymington, who clash at Victoria Park on Wednesday.
Bashley tomorrow host Netley Central Sports in the third round of the Southampton Senior Cup (all 7.45pm).
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