 Griffins led 22–12 at half time and with 15 minutes remaining had extended this lead to 38–18.Three quick tries in a late fightback from the Forgers put the home side under pressure but the Griffins were able to hang on during a nervy finish to claim a 38–32 victory.Griffins man of the match was shared by Dell Bristow and Dan Stapleton

On 1 July 2006, a significant development for the club saw the Griffins playing their first full contact match against Wigan Web Warriors.