LADDER leaders Boss Hoggs had a narrow escape against Pakenham in round 14 of the South West Gippsland Darts competition.
Boss Hoggs won 7-6. Pakenham has had the wood over the Hoggs, winning the previous two outings this season.
Second-placed Hillbillies had another win against bottom side Redbulls, although the scores were five-all at one stage. Hillbillies won the last three legs to take the points.
Third-placed Gembrook had its eighth win for the season, cementing its position on the ladder.
Results: Gembrook 8 d Bushrangers 5, Hillbillies 8 d Redbulls 5, Boss Hoggs 7 d Pakenham 6.
Ladder: Boss Hoggs 40 164.1, Hillbillies 40 119.5, Gembrook 32 119.5, Bushrangers 20 98.8, Pakenham 16 83.7, Redbulls 8 50.9.