Club captain Scott McAvoy is hoping to end his Haven career on a high by leading them back into the Championship.

McAvoy, and record try-scorer Craig Calvert, will play their final game on Sunday when Haven take on Barrow in the League One play-off final.

The pair were part of the side that saw off York City Knights last Sunday, with a drop goal from Steven Roper in the 105th minute.

A week earlier they both touched down in their final derby as Haven won 56-6 against Workington.

"I was talking to Craig and we were saying we don't think we could have wrote a better final game at home, and the derby before that," said McAvoy.

"I don't think anyone has played in a game as long as that. It was fantastic to play in, that's the kind of game you prepare for all year. You could see the relief.

"Both occasions were quite emotional. It was pretty special but it would be topped by a win on Sunday."

Barrow hammered Newcastle 60-0 in the other League One semi-final and beat Haven 15-2 the last time the two sides met in the Super 8s. However, Haven ran out 32-6 winners during the regular season fixture.

McAvoy said: "We know exactly what we're walking into, it won't get much tougher. There's not a lot in it, we've been through some close games this season so we're confident in ourselves.

"It'll be all guns blazing on Sunday and the form book will go out the window.

"The fans have had some bad times over the last few seasons. They've been fantastic and it would be extra special for them if we can get the win."

The 31-year-old skipper said he has "been taken aback" by the amount of messages he has received since he announced his decision to retire.

"Craig announced his retirement at the start of the season, I knew then it would be my last but I was quite happy to go under the radar," he said.

"He's been fantastic, everyone has been really supportive. On Sunday night I was in a reflective mode thinking about it being the last time we had walked out at the Recreation Ground.

"It's sad we're at an end but we've had lots of good times. We've both been taken aback by the number of message we've got."

The former Hensingham amateur said: "It's been an honour to be asked to play for my hometown club and an honour to be asked to be captain. It's a reflection on what people think of you, it's very humbling."