Ramsey B got off to a flying start in their Cheshire Junior Plate tie against Southern Nomads.
Davide Mazzone crashed over for an early try and skipper Darren Ideson potted a drop goal to give them an early 8-0 lead.
However, Nomads replied with interest to run out 22-8 eventual winners.
Ravens on the road at Euxton Villa
FC Isle of Man four unbeaten ahead of meeting with newly-promoted side
Powerlifting: IoM sets new best points haul at Home Nations
Lindsay and Skillicorn also take wins during meeting in Birmingham
Michael Dunlop receives MBE
Royal recognition for most successful TT competitor of all time
Netball: Defeat for Rams against Papua New Guinea
Third straight loss for Manx side at Singlife Nations Cup
Football: Corinthians and Onchan women continue strong respective starts
Both sides separated at the top of the table on goal difference