Team Of The Weekend: The National League North

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: James Belshaw (Harrogate Town)
The keeper kept another clean sheet with a solid performance, including some impressive early saves, that again helped Town to three points.

Defence: Chris Mason (Spennymoor Town)
An assured display by the captain who led from the front with some important interceptions and a goal as well.

Defence: Pierce Bird (Alfreton Town)
The loanee made a perfect start to his time with Town with a goal and helped Alfreton gain a vital clean sheet as well.

Defence: Chris Smalley (Stockport County)
The defender is back in the team of the week for a second consecutive occasion, he once again showed great leadership in defence.

Defence: Michael Nottingham (Salford City)
This could be a result Salford City look back on as crucial thanks to Nottingham getting a last-gasp leveller after impressing during the match.

Midfield: Aidan Connolly (York City)
Two assists for Connolly who really impressed and was the creative force behind their win at Darlington.

Midfield: Jarrett Rivers (Blyth Spartans)
The tricky winger caused Trinity no-end of problems with his pace and passing ability on show throughout the game.

Midfield: Kieran Dunbar (Leamington)
A real bright spark for the Brakes against Kidderminster Harriers, with his impressive performance helped the side create several chances.

Striker: Lee Ndlovu (Brackley Town)
Gained praise from his manager after an effective display upfront helped Town to an important win.

Striker: Greg Rutherford (Blyth Spartans)
Two goals by the forward who had a knack of being in the right place to get his double.

Striker: Ashley Hemmings (Boston United)
Two goals for the forward who moved to double figures for the season with a goal from open play and one from the spot.

Substitutes:
Adam Bartlett (York City)
Reece Thompson (Boston United)
Joe Leesley (Harrogate Town)
Luke Shiels (Alfreton Town)
Jason Oswell (Stockport County)

Photo by Ian Parker

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