BRADFORD PA 2
SOUTHPORT 2
By Tom Coates
BRADFORD PARK AVENUE and Southport battled torrential rain and gale-force winds in an action-packed draw.
The visiting Sandgrounders pounced in the 13th minute to edge themselves ahead, when Dean Winnard connected with Bradley Bauress’ corner and directed his header past a helpless Steven Drench.
The goal rallied Avenue, who struck back four minutes later through Conor Branson, who dived to meet Lewis Knight’s free-kick delivery before heading into the bottom corner.
With the wind in their sails, the hosts began to attack with an increased...