LEIGH Adams reigned supreme at Blunsdon once again tonight as Robins opened their account at home with a hard-fought Craven Shield triumph.

Swindon's skipper chalked up a paid maximum as the dangerous Eagles were put to the sword, despite paid 12 from their skipper Lee Richardson, who is on loan from the Abbey Stadium club.

Eastbourne are many pundits' tips for Elite League gory in 2008, but despite winning more heats, they were second best against a home side, who again demonstrated the battling qualities they showed during Monday's 11-point defeat in Sussex.

Adams' countryman Troy Batchelor managed paid 10 on his home debut, while Mads Korneliussen (paid nine), James Wright (paid seven) and reserve Seb Alden (paid six) were other key contributors.

Dutch ace Theo Pijper added a useful paid four, while a semi-fit Travis McGowan, still recovering from shoulder surgery, added five.