Shanklin & Godshill and Ventnor are set to give the new Isle of Wight League a spicy launch when they meet in an opening round derby at Westhill (pictured) on Saturday week, July 25.
It will be the first time in years the arch rivals have met in a competitive fixture - Shanklin, who have been gradually climbing through the Hampshire League pyramid, being anxious to put one over on Ventnor, who are being captained by Ross Whyte this season.
The two other first round fixtures see Ryde host Newport at Hardings Shute and St Helen's travel to Northwood.
In Division 2, Arreton entertain Ryde II, Ryde Cavaliers play Freshwater at Smallbrook, and Ventnor seconds take on Northwood II at Steephill.
It will be the first time in years the arch rivals have met in a competitive fixture - Shanklin, who have been gradually climbing through the Hampshire League pyramid, being anxious to put one over on Ventnor, who are being captained by Ross Whyte this season.
The two other first round fixtures see Ryde host Newport at Hardings Shute and St Helen's travel to Northwood.
In Division 2, Arreton entertain Ryde II, Ryde Cavaliers play Freshwater at Smallbrook, and Ventnor seconds take on Northwood II at Steephill.
