A STEVE Lewis double proved to be the difference between the two sides.

Rochdale were in the game up until the 70-minute mark when York put the game beyond reach.

But Darren Shaw will be happy with his side's effort as they scored some excellent tries and put in a valiant show.

Leroy Rivett, Paul Rolls, Janan Billings, Mark Brocklehurst and Jonathan Muir all powered over for four pointers for the Hornets with Carl Syned hitting three goals.