Baildon v Hemsworth - Hemsworth were solid last year but the results Baildon got to the end of last year were impressive, so if they can carry that on I think they will sneak it at home.
Halifax Vandals v Aireborough - Tough one because I haven't seen Vandals in over a year but if they're up to full strength should sneak it on the hill. Aireborough are usually a strong outfit too so will be close.
Harrogate Pythons v Knottingley - Never know what to expect with Pythons but its always an entertaining game, we've got quite a different team again this year so lets see how it goes. Just hope I don't collapse after 10 minutes.
Leeds Corinthians v Sheffield Medics - Think Leeds should get the win at home, best time to play the students is opening day.
Skipton v Castleford - If Cas are full strength they should win this even with a long trip to Skipton.
Thornensians v Leeds Modernians - Never played Thorne but going off them coming down and beating Ponte in the final of the cup I'll side with them.
Wensleydale JOKER v Rotherham Phoenix - Dale are very strong at home and play the farmers field well, would be a big upset if Rotherham won this.
Pot luck on opening day anyone can beat anyone. Good luck.