Dale’s under 18 side got their league campaign off to a flyer with a 4-0 win over Accrington Stanley on Saturday.
A double from Callum Campus, plus goals from Nyal Bell and Connor Martin secured the first three points of the season for the youth team.
Goalkeeper Aaron Ashley also pulled off a penalty save to keep a clean sheet.
Rick Ashcroft’s side return to action this Saturday as they welcome Carlisle United to Moor Lane for their first home match of the season.
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