In the other premier men's match played on Friday night, Springfield also had to come from behind to snatch a 3-2 win over Mangapai.
With minutes remaining, Mangapai threw everything into their attack, even pulling the goalkeeper in favour of an extra outfield player, but couldn't get the equaliser.
In the premier women's matches, Old Girls used their experience and patience after Whangārei Girls' High School scored early to come back to win 3-1.
In the other women's match, Springfield also had to fight hard to eventually come out 4-2 winners over Maungakaramea.