Rochdale's under 18 side came from behind to record an excellent 5-2 win over Preston North End at Radcliffe Borough.
The Lilywhite's took a 2-1 lead into the interval after they cancelled out an early Jack Stewart opener.
Stewart pulled Dale level in the 79th minute, before Matthew Gillam netted a quick fire hat-trick to secure the three points - 86 minutes, 89 minutes and 90 minutes.