Northern Suburbs v Southern Districts Norths defended inside their own 22 metres for the last five minutes of Saturday’s local derby against Gordon and held on to claim a tight 18-14 victory after trailing 14-5 earlier in the match.  While the derby was far tighter than last year’s blow out, coach Nick Hensley said this victory was far sweeter.  “It was a scrappy game, but derbies can be like that,” Hensley said.  “They attacked well but we defended well enough, especially deep in our own territory. I’d rather we didn’t have to defend our line at the death, but it’s good to know we can.” The win secures the Shoreman’s spot in the top three, heading into Saturday’s clash against a Southern Districts side desperate to get their season back on track.  After winning their opening three matches, Souths have now lost four straight. The Rebels matched Sydney Uni for 50 minutes in their round eight clash, but were blown away by the Students in the fi