Saints go marching on
Paul Wellens was the hero for St Helens with a hat-trick
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Friday, 05, Jun 2009 10:07
St Helens stretched their lead at the top of Super League after a 30-6 win over Hull at the Kingston Communications Stadium.
The Saints scored tries through Jonny Lomax, and Paul Wellens (2) in the first half. Wellens completed his hat-trick in the second half, while Lee Gilmour and Maurie Fa'asavalu sealed the rout.
St Helens now lead the table by three points after Huddersfield defeated second place Hull Kingston Rovers 22-6 at the Galpharm Stadium.
The Giants moved into third place after tries from Scott Moore, Luke Robinson, Lee Mossop, and Paul Whatuira while Lee Cudjoe kicked over three goals.
Hull KR's only contribution was a first-half try from Kris Welham. The defeat for the visitors sees them remain in second spot.
Elsewhere, Wigan beat Salford 34-18 at the JJB Stadium.
George Carmont, Tim Smith, Pat Richards, Cameron Phelps and Harrison Hansen crashed over for the Warriors.
The Reds scored tries through Luke Swain, Mark Henry, and Malcolm Alker while Jon Wilshere booted over three goals.
Wigan are now in joint seventh place, while Salford remain in 12th spot.