National League North Team Of The Weekend

Drama was high during the past few days with leaders Salford City getting a last minute equaliser while some of the chasing pack closed the gap, writes Tom Feaheny.

But who were the players that made it all happen?

As we do every week, we get on the phone to club officials, reporters and managers to gage their views on the weekend’s best - and build a squad of 16.

Here is what we’ve come up with following Saturday’s National League North games.

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Goalkeeper: Dean Lyness (Nuneaton Town)
Some important late saves ensured Town gained a vital three points, with the keeper getting a clean sheet.

Defence: Tom Walker (Salford City)
An assured performance by the defender who has made an instant impact since joining the club.

Defence: Matt Challoner (Chorley)
An assist and some good tackles from the defender who helped Chorley get their first win of 2018.

Defence: Bradley Wood (Alfreton Town)
The centre-back was in the thick of the action during the 1-1 draw with Darlington and his experience proved key in helping the defence.

Defence: Tom Portas (Darlington)
A tireless display by the midfielder who was at right-back and did a fine job and so nearly saw the team win.

Midfield: Nick Haughton (Chorley)
The loanee once again scored and once again impressed with another fine display.

Midfield: Aidan Connolly (York City)
Connolly got the Minstermen going with his energy and creativity in midfield being crucial to their victory.

Midfield: Adam Dawson (Southport)
There were a few that stood out for Southport with Dawson being key with creating chances and could on another day scored himself as well.

Midfield: Jordan Nicholson (Nuneaton Town)
A winner for Nicholson who caused Gainsborough problems with his pace and eye for goal.

Striker: Jack Redshaw (Salford City)
Another goal for the striker, he helped City extend their gap at the top with a clinical finish.

Striker: Jack Sampson (Southport)
Not only did Sampson get a goal but he then moved to left-wing to help the team out and played his part in their victory.

Substitutes:
Jon Parkin (York City)
David Morgan (Southport)
Henrich Ravas (Gainsborough Trinity)
Brendon Daniels (Alfreton Town)
Gary Brown (Darlington)

Photo by John Rudkin

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