Salford City’s gap at the top of the National League North was cut to six points as the Ammies went down against Chorley while second-placed Harrogate Town comfortably saw off North Ferriby.
In the National League South, an astonishing five clubs share the lead. Dartford take the Christmas No.1 on goal difference but they’re joined on 39 points by Havant & Waterlooville, Chelmsford City, Braintree Town and Hampton & Richmond Borough.
For detailed reports of Saturday’s National League North and South action, buy this week’s Non-League Paper – and don’t forget to pick up your last copy of the year next weekend (Sunday, 31). We’re on sale as usual!
We’ve had a go at picking our standout performers across both divisions from yesterday’s games – do you agree with our selection? Tweet us: @NonLeaguePaper
Cameron Mason
Goalkeeper – Curzon Ashton – National League North
His side would have lost against Stockport if it wasn’t for his heroics
Ryan Sammons
Defender – East Thurrock United – National League South
Bagged twice as East Thurrock saw off struggling Whitehawk
Andy Teague
Defender – Chorley – National League North
Superb performance to shut out leaders Salford City
Frazer Horsfall
Defender – Kidderminster Harriers – National League North
Part of a back line that kept a clean sheet against Nuneaton
Rhys Murrell-Williamson
Midfielder – St Albans City – National League South
Grabbed two goals in a convincing win at Wealdstone
Connor Franklin
Midfielder – Brackley Town – National League North
Stood out in the midfield and just didn’t stop running throughout
Tom Smith
Midfielder – Bath City – National League South
Netted the opener and ran the show as Bath won 3-0 at Chippenham
Wes Fogden
Midfielder – Havant & Waterlooville – National League South
Scored and looked a danger all game against Eastbourne
Adam Boyes
Striker – Bradford PA – National League North
Got two to his name against Southport
Dayle Grubb
Striker – Weston-super-Mare – National League South
Waved goodbye to the home faithful with a brilliant brace
Colby Bishop
Striker – Leamington – National League North
Fine all-round performance topped off with two equally fine strikes
