Something was going to give at Netherdale in the top-of-the-table clash between Gala and league leaders Ayr and it was nip-and-tuck before Ayr emerged 24-19 winners to go four points clear.
Nick Cox opened the score for Ayr in four minutes but three Lee Miller penalties took Gala into a 9-7 lead after the first quarter. Scott Sutherland and Calum Forrester crossed for Ayr with Peter Jecerivich making it three from three conversions for Ayr to turn 21-14 ahead. Miller's try narrowed the gap but he hit the post twice with kicks. Only a late second-half Jecerivich penalty took Ayr clear.
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