Aug 2010
Saturday's football August 28
29/08/10 12:56 Filed in: Reports
WEARSIDE League
by MALCOLM PRATT
EASINGTON Colliery, the only side with a 100 per cent record, are just a point behind new leaders Annfield Plain after recording their fifth successive victory, at Houghton Town.
The Colliers made a dream start, scoring twice in the opening 16 minutes through Paul Taylor and Lee Smith.
Home goalkeeper Carl Chapman's heroics prevented his side from going further behind but he was powerless as Taylor struck again.
Houghton produced a much improved performance during the second period but with five minutes remaining, man-of-the-match Taylor completed his hat-trick and all the host's had to show was a last-minute consolation by Ross Kennedy.
Ryhope CW won their first three matches but have lost the last two following defeat at the hands of Ashbrooke Belford House.
Tommy Dobbing's side has been inconsistent so far but rose to the occasion. Grant Bulmer headed them in front midway through the second period but the outcome was on a knife-edge until Adam Hopps made sure in the last minute.
Silksworth lost for the fourth time and Coxhoe Athletic celebrated their first win.
Indy Singh headed a free kick wide of Silksworth goalkeeper John McLean who was beaten again 10 minutes from time by a rasping 25-yard shot from Shaun Laverick. Eight minutes from the end Singh was red-carded but the home side failed to make the advantage count.
Boldon CA, who hope to make a managerial appointment in the near future, are the only side yet to get off the mark. They were hit for six at Windscale as the goals flowed from Graeme Goulding (2), Dan Gullen (2), Jordan Lee and Laurie Black.
A Michael Meek penalty was the only response from Boldon who have conceded 26 goals in seven games - more than any other side.
Jarrow would have gone third-top had they defeated Darlington CB but it was the visitors who emerged victors by the odd goal in five.
Dean Fuller, Jack Johns and Michael Carter were their marksman with Stephen Cockburn and Kevin Clarke replying for the South Tynesiders.
Annfield Plain are the new leaders after they edged previous incumbents Kirkbymoorside at Derwent Park.
Luke Jenkinson netted for the visitors and it took Plain 50 minutes to draw level courtesy of Craig Suggett. With 10 minutes remaining Paul Henderson clinched the winner.
New Marske are third following victory over Cleator Moor Celtic with an only goal by Shaun Mackin and Dean Hanson's strike proved sufficient for Willington at Redcar Athletic.
Lee Butterworth, Kilpatrick (pen) and Hannah earned Wolviston their first win at Stockton Town for whom Tom Hinchley found the net.
Prudhoe Town are second-bottom with just one point from 18. Their latest defeat came at the hands of Hartlepool Town whose matchwinners were Shaun Ross, with a brace and Stephen Manson. Brendan McGill was on target for the Tynesiders.
by MALCOLM PRATT
EASINGTON Colliery, the only side with a 100 per cent record, are just a point behind new leaders Annfield Plain after recording their fifth successive victory, at Houghton Town.
The Colliers made a dream start, scoring twice in the opening 16 minutes through Paul Taylor and Lee Smith.
Home goalkeeper Carl Chapman's heroics prevented his side from going further behind but he was powerless as Taylor struck again.
Houghton produced a much improved performance during the second period but with five minutes remaining, man-of-the-match Taylor completed his hat-trick and all the host's had to show was a last-minute consolation by Ross Kennedy.
Ryhope CW won their first three matches but have lost the last two following defeat at the hands of Ashbrooke Belford House.
Tommy Dobbing's side has been inconsistent so far but rose to the occasion. Grant Bulmer headed them in front midway through the second period but the outcome was on a knife-edge until Adam Hopps made sure in the last minute.
Silksworth lost for the fourth time and Coxhoe Athletic celebrated their first win.
Indy Singh headed a free kick wide of Silksworth goalkeeper John McLean who was beaten again 10 minutes from time by a rasping 25-yard shot from Shaun Laverick. Eight minutes from the end Singh was red-carded but the home side failed to make the advantage count.
Boldon CA, who hope to make a managerial appointment in the near future, are the only side yet to get off the mark. They were hit for six at Windscale as the goals flowed from Graeme Goulding (2), Dan Gullen (2), Jordan Lee and Laurie Black.
A Michael Meek penalty was the only response from Boldon who have conceded 26 goals in seven games - more than any other side.
Jarrow would have gone third-top had they defeated Darlington CB but it was the visitors who emerged victors by the odd goal in five.
Dean Fuller, Jack Johns and Michael Carter were their marksman with Stephen Cockburn and Kevin Clarke replying for the South Tynesiders.
Annfield Plain are the new leaders after they edged previous incumbents Kirkbymoorside at Derwent Park.
Luke Jenkinson netted for the visitors and it took Plain 50 minutes to draw level courtesy of Craig Suggett. With 10 minutes remaining Paul Henderson clinched the winner.
New Marske are third following victory over Cleator Moor Celtic with an only goal by Shaun Mackin and Dean Hanson's strike proved sufficient for Willington at Redcar Athletic.
Lee Butterworth, Kilpatrick (pen) and Hannah earned Wolviston their first win at Stockton Town for whom Tom Hinchley found the net.
Prudhoe Town are second-bottom with just one point from 18. Their latest defeat came at the hands of Hartlepool Town whose matchwinners were Shaun Ross, with a brace and Stephen Manson. Brendan McGill was on target for the Tynesiders.
Wednesday's football August 25
26/08/10 16:37 Filed in: Reports
WEARSIDE League
by MALCOLM PRATT
DESPITE fielding a severely depleted side, Silksworth won for only the second time when they defeated Darlington Cleveland Bridge last night.
The home side have made a useful start to their first season in the league and when Nick Enfield volleyed past goalkeeper John McLean after just 15 minutes, it looked as if they might be on their way to a fourth win in five games.
But Steven Smith's side turned the tables and before the interval were level as Chris Wilson rounded goalkeeper Michael Thraves for a simple tap-in.
Silksworth's winning goal came on the hour as David McKinley produced a clinical finish which flashed into the back of the net.
Ashbrooke Belford House at last struck form following an indifferent start to the season which had seen them score only three times in four games.
Tommy Dobbing's team more than doubled their goals tally against Wolviston at Silksworth.
They had the incentive of a fifth-minute volley from Lee Andrews and went in two goals ahead following Peter Bentham's delicate chip over goalkeeper Michael Thackeray.
Although Paul Vickers reduced the deficit, there was no stopping Ashbrooke and two goals in five minutes from David Baxter and Adam Hopps earned them a comprehensive victory.
Ryhope CW conceded their 100 per cent record when Windscale won by the odd goal in three on Wearside.
Martin Swales' side was on the back foot when they conceded two goals in the opening 35 minutes to Dan Gullen and Dion Barnes.
The Cumbrians dominated the first period but were second best after the interval. However, for all their pressure Ryhope managed just one goal from Adam McGuinness, although Joe Walton did hit the crossbar.
Despite being without seven of the side which played at the weekend, Hartlepool were still good enough to defeat Houghton Town.
Carl Wood scored the only goal, turning in Greg Jackson's cross at the back post midway through the first half.
Managerless Boldon CA suffered a fifth consecutive defeat when Willington, wooden spoonists in the last two seasons, won for the third time in four attempts.
It was a close call though and the only goal came on the stroke of half time as Adam Blenkinsopp drilled a low shot beyond goalkeeper Gary Frater.
Jarrow have made a good start and comfortably saw off the challenge from New Marske. Liam Clark was their first half marksman before Chris Lunn netted twice in the second period.
Annfield Plain are second top, equal on points with Kirkbymoorside although the North West Durham side had to settle for a point at Prudhoe Town.
Scott Wallace fired them in front on 40 minutes and after the break, Lee Best equalised to earn Prudhoe their first point of the season.
Coxhoe Athletic returned pointless from Cumbria where Cleator Moor Celtic won with an only goal by Craig Scott.
Kirkbymoorside moved into pole position, defeating Redcar Athletic with strikes by Ian Mudd (og) and Damon Cox before Stuart Poulter claimed a consolation deep into stoppage time.
DESPITE fielding a severely depleted side, Silksworth won for only the second time when they defeated Darlington Cleveland Bridge last night.
The home side have made a useful start to their first season in the league and when Nick Enfield volleyed past goalkeeper John McLean after just 15 minutes, it looked as if they might be on their way to a fourth win in five games.
But Steven Smith's side turned the tables and before the interval were level as Chris Wilson rounded goalkeeper Michael Thraves for a simple tap-in.
Silksworth's winning goal came on the hour as David McKinley produced a clinical finish which flashed into the back of the net.
Ashbrooke Belford House at last struck form following an indifferent start to the season which had seen them score only three times in four games.
Tommy Dobbing's team more than doubled their goals tally against Wolviston at Silksworth.
They had the incentive of a fifth-minute volley from Lee Andrews and went in two goals ahead following Peter Bentham's delicate chip over goalkeeper Michael Thackeray.
Although Paul Vickers reduced the deficit, there was no stopping Ashbrooke and two goals in five minutes from David Baxter and Adam Hopps earned them a comprehensive victory.
Ryhope CW conceded their 100 per cent record when Windscale won by the odd goal in three on Wearside.
Martin Swales' side was on the back foot when they conceded two goals in the opening 35 minutes to Dan Gullen and Dion Barnes.
The Cumbrians dominated the first period but were second best after the interval. However, for all their pressure Ryhope managed just one goal from Adam McGuinness, although Joe Walton did hit the crossbar.
Despite being without seven of the side which played at the weekend, Hartlepool were still good enough to defeat Houghton Town.
Carl Wood scored the only goal, turning in Greg Jackson's cross at the back post midway through the first half.
Managerless Boldon CA suffered a fifth consecutive defeat when Willington, wooden spoonists in the last two seasons, won for the third time in four attempts.
It was a close call though and the only goal came on the stroke of half time as Adam Blenkinsopp drilled a low shot beyond goalkeeper Gary Frater.
Jarrow have made a good start and comfortably saw off the challenge from New Marske. Liam Clark was their first half marksman before Chris Lunn netted twice in the second period.
Annfield Plain are second top, equal on points with Kirkbymoorside although the North West Durham side had to settle for a point at Prudhoe Town.
Scott Wallace fired them in front on 40 minutes and after the break, Lee Best equalised to earn Prudhoe their first point of the season.
Coxhoe Athletic returned pointless from Cumbria where Cleator Moor Celtic won with an only goal by Craig Scott.
Kirkbymoorside moved into pole position, defeating Redcar Athletic with strikes by Ian Mudd (og) and Damon Cox before Stuart Poulter claimed a consolation deep into stoppage time.
Saturday's football August 21
25/08/10 18:55 Filed in: Reports
WEARSIDE League
by MALCOLM PRATT
SILKSWORTH celebrated their first win of the season when they coasted to victory at Boldon CA, who are still pointless.
Chris Wilson fired them in front on the stroke of half time and when Jonathan Fox added a second goal in the 71st minute, the South Tynesiders faced a formidable challenge.
Any hopes they harboured of making a comeback ended when they conceded a penalty which Dean Hannah converted.
Ryhope CW made it three wins out of three at Wolviston but it was not until the last minute that an own goal by Anthony Brown made sure of the points.
Clayton Davis was an early scorer for the Wearsiders and Callum Hannah replied. McGuinness restored the advantage to Martin Swales' team and the result was on a knife edge until the 90th minute.
Houghton Town led by three goals at Darlington Cleveland Bridge but had to withstand late pressure to win by the odd goal in five.
Shaun Graham (2) and David Keighley (pen) appeared to have the visitors on the road to a comfortable win but when Anthony McLachlan and Michael Carter (pen) beat keeper Carl Chapman, the outcome was wide open.
Easington Colliery managed just one goal from Paul Taylor at Hartlepool but it was sufficient to extend their 100 per cent record to four games.
They have scored 17 times and conceded just once and lead the table on goals difference from New Marske and Annfield Plain.
The Seasiders easily defeated Ashbrooke Belford House, who have not managed to extend their excellent pre-season form into league games. Shaun Mackin scored all three goals as Tommy Dobbing's side suffered a third defeat.
Paul Henderson (3) and William Smith earned Annfield Plain the points at home to Windscale who were always in with a chance with goals by Dean Rogers (2) and Laurie Black.
Dean Patton (2) and Christie Elliott were the marksmen for Jarrow at Coxhoe Athletic for whom Chris Garbutt replied from the penalty spot.
Willington, wooden spoonists in the last two seasons, are up to mid-table after winning for the second time. Jonathan Staff's late strike proved enough at home to Stockton Town.
Kirkbymoorside were deposed as leaders when they went down at Cleator Moor Celtic for whom Darren Johnson scored the only goal.
There was no shortage of goals, however, at Redcar Athletic who hit Prudhoe Town for six. James Kesterton, with a hat-trick, Daniel Drazdauskas (2) and Stewart Poulter were the scorers.
SILKSWORTH celebrated their first win of the season when they coasted to victory at Boldon CA, who are still pointless.
Chris Wilson fired them in front on the stroke of half time and when Jonathan Fox added a second goal in the 71st minute, the South Tynesiders faced a formidable challenge.
Any hopes they harboured of making a comeback ended when they conceded a penalty which Dean Hannah converted.
Ryhope CW made it three wins out of three at Wolviston but it was not until the last minute that an own goal by Anthony Brown made sure of the points.
Clayton Davis was an early scorer for the Wearsiders and Callum Hannah replied. McGuinness restored the advantage to Martin Swales' team and the result was on a knife edge until the 90th minute.
Houghton Town led by three goals at Darlington Cleveland Bridge but had to withstand late pressure to win by the odd goal in five.
Shaun Graham (2) and David Keighley (pen) appeared to have the visitors on the road to a comfortable win but when Anthony McLachlan and Michael Carter (pen) beat keeper Carl Chapman, the outcome was wide open.
Easington Colliery managed just one goal from Paul Taylor at Hartlepool but it was sufficient to extend their 100 per cent record to four games.
They have scored 17 times and conceded just once and lead the table on goals difference from New Marske and Annfield Plain.
The Seasiders easily defeated Ashbrooke Belford House, who have not managed to extend their excellent pre-season form into league games. Shaun Mackin scored all three goals as Tommy Dobbing's side suffered a third defeat.
Paul Henderson (3) and William Smith earned Annfield Plain the points at home to Windscale who were always in with a chance with goals by Dean Rogers (2) and Laurie Black.
Dean Patton (2) and Christie Elliott were the marksmen for Jarrow at Coxhoe Athletic for whom Chris Garbutt replied from the penalty spot.
Willington, wooden spoonists in the last two seasons, are up to mid-table after winning for the second time. Jonathan Staff's late strike proved enough at home to Stockton Town.
Kirkbymoorside were deposed as leaders when they went down at Cleator Moor Celtic for whom Darren Johnson scored the only goal.
There was no shortage of goals, however, at Redcar Athletic who hit Prudhoe Town for six. James Kesterton, with a hat-trick, Daniel Drazdauskas (2) and Stewart Poulter were the scorers.
Wednesday's football August 18
20/08/10 18:59 Filed in: Reports
WEARSIDE League
by MALCOLM PRATT
RYHOPE CW's perfect start to the season was maintained at the expense of Boldon CA last night. Martin Swales' side has now won all three games, scored 12 goals and conceded none.
The South Tynesiders were on the back foot from the start and after just seven minutes Jonathan Davies fired past goalkeeper Christopher Anderson.
David Newby doubled the Wearsiders' lead on 20 minutes before two goals in four minutes from Calvin Magnus and Joe Walton killed any hopes Boldon harboured of making a comeback.
The home side produced a better defensive performance in the second 45 minutes but right at the end Ryhope went nap with Richard Jordan's strike.
Ashbrooke Belford House were hit for six on their visit to Kirkbymoorside who went in front after just three minutes.
Robert McDirmid's goalbound shot was deflected leaving Luke Jenkinson with an easy tap-in. It was no more difficult for Jenkinson after half an hour, when he was again left with an open goal.
Two minutes into the second period Daman Cox got on to the end of a Johnny Brown free kick and worse was to follow for Tommy Dobbing's team.
Daryl Rivis made it four, sidefooting into an empty net, McDirmid broke clear and slotted past goalkeeper Kyle Donaldson who was beaten for a sixth time by Ryan Rivis.
Easington Colliery topped the scoring charts with a seven-goals blitz of newcomers Prudhoe Town.
Surprisingly, it took the Colliers until the 44th minute to break the deadlock as Dale Crawford pounced.
From then on the floodgates opened. David Doughty rifled a hat-trick with Crawford, James Gilhespy and Chris Tarn all beating Prudhoe goalkeeper Ross Thomas who was credited with a good game despite conceding seven times.
Houghton Town returned to winning form comfortably defeating Coxhoe Athletic at Leyburn Grove.
Their hero was Ross Kennedy with a hat-trick. He produced a superb volley on 12 minutes and after Shaun Graham doubled the lead, Kennedy made it three with a well-placed header.
Phil Bulmer pulled a goal back for Coxhoe but Kennedy beat goalkeeper Tom Orton for a third time, his tremendous left-foot free kick from 25 yards flying into the net.
Silksworth have managed just one point from four games although they were close to a draw at home to Annfield Plain.
The visitors held on for victory thanks to Dean Lee's 68th-minute header. In the closing stages, the home side hit both the crossbar and post but failed to equalise.
Jarrow surprisingly conceded their 100 per cent record to Hartlepool who rallied after going in at half time a goal behind.
Peter Kane raised Dave Bell's team's hopes but after Steve Thomas levelled, Shaun Ross and Ian Davies ended any hopes of a Jarrow fightback.
Jamie Lee and Andrew Bell led Redcar Athletic to victory at Stockton Town and New Marske won 4-2 at Windscale thanks to Andrew Dawson (2), Michael Mackin and Paul Milward. Michael Farrer and Graham Goulding were on the mark for the Cumbrians.
Newcomers Darlington Cleveland Bridge made it three wins out of three defeating Cleator Moor Celtic 4-2.
Daniel McLachlan rifled a hat-trick and his brother Anthony also struck with Greg Stainton and Ryan Hall responding for Cleator who had Barry Armfield red-carded on the hour.
Wolviston were leading Willington 2-1 before the game was abandoned after 63 minutes when the Hall Lane floodlights failed.
RYHOPE CW's perfect start to the season was maintained at the expense of Boldon CA last night. Martin Swales' side has now won all three games, scored 12 goals and conceded none.
The South Tynesiders were on the back foot from the start and after just seven minutes Jonathan Davies fired past goalkeeper Christopher Anderson.
David Newby doubled the Wearsiders' lead on 20 minutes before two goals in four minutes from Calvin Magnus and Joe Walton killed any hopes Boldon harboured of making a comeback.
The home side produced a better defensive performance in the second 45 minutes but right at the end Ryhope went nap with Richard Jordan's strike.
Ashbrooke Belford House were hit for six on their visit to Kirkbymoorside who went in front after just three minutes.
Robert McDirmid's goalbound shot was deflected leaving Luke Jenkinson with an easy tap-in. It was no more difficult for Jenkinson after half an hour, when he was again left with an open goal.
Two minutes into the second period Daman Cox got on to the end of a Johnny Brown free kick and worse was to follow for Tommy Dobbing's team.
Daryl Rivis made it four, sidefooting into an empty net, McDirmid broke clear and slotted past goalkeeper Kyle Donaldson who was beaten for a sixth time by Ryan Rivis.
Easington Colliery topped the scoring charts with a seven-goals blitz of newcomers Prudhoe Town.
Surprisingly, it took the Colliers until the 44th minute to break the deadlock as Dale Crawford pounced.
From then on the floodgates opened. David Doughty rifled a hat-trick with Crawford, James Gilhespy and Chris Tarn all beating Prudhoe goalkeeper Ross Thomas who was credited with a good game despite conceding seven times.
Houghton Town returned to winning form comfortably defeating Coxhoe Athletic at Leyburn Grove.
Their hero was Ross Kennedy with a hat-trick. He produced a superb volley on 12 minutes and after Shaun Graham doubled the lead, Kennedy made it three with a well-placed header.
Phil Bulmer pulled a goal back for Coxhoe but Kennedy beat goalkeeper Tom Orton for a third time, his tremendous left-foot free kick from 25 yards flying into the net.
Silksworth have managed just one point from four games although they were close to a draw at home to Annfield Plain.
The visitors held on for victory thanks to Dean Lee's 68th-minute header. In the closing stages, the home side hit both the crossbar and post but failed to equalise.
Jarrow surprisingly conceded their 100 per cent record to Hartlepool who rallied after going in at half time a goal behind.
Peter Kane raised Dave Bell's team's hopes but after Steve Thomas levelled, Shaun Ross and Ian Davies ended any hopes of a Jarrow fightback.
Jamie Lee and Andrew Bell led Redcar Athletic to victory at Stockton Town and New Marske won 4-2 at Windscale thanks to Andrew Dawson (2), Michael Mackin and Paul Milward. Michael Farrer and Graham Goulding were on the mark for the Cumbrians.
Newcomers Darlington Cleveland Bridge made it three wins out of three defeating Cleator Moor Celtic 4-2.
Daniel McLachlan rifled a hat-trick and his brother Anthony also struck with Greg Stainton and Ryan Hall responding for Cleator who had Barry Armfield red-carded on the hour.
Wolviston were leading Willington 2-1 before the game was abandoned after 63 minutes when the Hall Lane floodlights failed.
Saturday's football August 14
18/08/10 15:27 Filed in: Reports
WEARSIDE League
by MALCOLM PRATT
RYHOPE CW took pride of place in the Monkwearmouth Charity Cup when they hit Willington for six at Hall Lane.
Jonathan Davis headed them into the lead and before the interval Michael Noble was also on target.
It was just about all over for the home side as David Newby converted a 49th-minute penalty and Martin Swales' side's domination was rewarded with further goals from Calvin Magnus and substitute James Fairley, with a brace.
Easington Colliery made it three wins out of three but they were taken to the wire before progressing at the expense of newcomers Darlington Cleveland Bridge.
Robert Huntley's fourth-minute penalty, awarded for a foul on Dale Crawford, was all that separated the teams following an exciting tie.
Houghton Town went out to Hartlepool despite scoring first through Mike Conlon who latched onto a back pass.
Stephen Manson quickly levelled and in the second half Shaun Ross and Manson eased Pools to victory.
Ashbrooke Belford House exited to Redcar Athletic who won 3-2 after extra time.
Peter Benson was an early scorer for Tommy Dobbing's side and before the interval Stephen Thompson restored parity.
In the second minute of additional time Daniel Drazdauskas fired Redcar in front only for Lee Davison to level but in the 116th minute Ian Mudd claimed the winner.
Jarrow have won all three games and have yet to concede a goal. They made progress over Wolviston with efforts from Chris Lunn, Peter Kirkham and Peter Kane.
Prudhoe Town crashed out at New Marske whose marksmen were Paul Milward (2), Michael Mackin, Kristian Kamara and Josh Mitchell. Lee Best claimed the only goal for Prudhoe.
Windscale won the Cumbrian derby 4-3 on penalties. Barry Armfield fired Cleator Moor in front and Peter O'Donnell took the tie into extra time when there were no further goals.
Silksworth were on the receiving end of a 5-2 defeat by newcomers Stockton Town in the League.
Scott Hind, with a brace, Chris Stockton, Callum Brown and Peter Todd all struck with Jonathan Fox and Scott Walker the only marksmen for Steven Smith's team.
Boldon CA went down 3-2 at Annfield Plain following a good contest during which William Smith scored twice and Paul Henderson once for Plain. Daniel Dixon and Chris Robertson responded.
Coxhoe Athletic moved off the bottom when they gained their first point, at home to Kirkbymoorside who moved to the top of the table.
Daniel Hatton netted and Coxhoe held the lead until just before the end when Robert McDirmid equalised.
RYHOPE CW took pride of place in the Monkwearmouth Charity Cup when they hit Willington for six at Hall Lane.
Jonathan Davis headed them into the lead and before the interval Michael Noble was also on target.
It was just about all over for the home side as David Newby converted a 49th-minute penalty and Martin Swales' side's domination was rewarded with further goals from Calvin Magnus and substitute James Fairley, with a brace.
Easington Colliery made it three wins out of three but they were taken to the wire before progressing at the expense of newcomers Darlington Cleveland Bridge.
Robert Huntley's fourth-minute penalty, awarded for a foul on Dale Crawford, was all that separated the teams following an exciting tie.
Houghton Town went out to Hartlepool despite scoring first through Mike Conlon who latched onto a back pass.
Stephen Manson quickly levelled and in the second half Shaun Ross and Manson eased Pools to victory.
Ashbrooke Belford House exited to Redcar Athletic who won 3-2 after extra time.
Peter Benson was an early scorer for Tommy Dobbing's side and before the interval Stephen Thompson restored parity.
In the second minute of additional time Daniel Drazdauskas fired Redcar in front only for Lee Davison to level but in the 116th minute Ian Mudd claimed the winner.
Jarrow have won all three games and have yet to concede a goal. They made progress over Wolviston with efforts from Chris Lunn, Peter Kirkham and Peter Kane.
Prudhoe Town crashed out at New Marske whose marksmen were Paul Milward (2), Michael Mackin, Kristian Kamara and Josh Mitchell. Lee Best claimed the only goal for Prudhoe.
Windscale won the Cumbrian derby 4-3 on penalties. Barry Armfield fired Cleator Moor in front and Peter O'Donnell took the tie into extra time when there were no further goals.
Silksworth were on the receiving end of a 5-2 defeat by newcomers Stockton Town in the League.
Scott Hind, with a brace, Chris Stockton, Callum Brown and Peter Todd all struck with Jonathan Fox and Scott Walker the only marksmen for Steven Smith's team.
Boldon CA went down 3-2 at Annfield Plain following a good contest during which William Smith scored twice and Paul Henderson once for Plain. Daniel Dixon and Chris Robertson responded.
Coxhoe Athletic moved off the bottom when they gained their first point, at home to Kirkbymoorside who moved to the top of the table.
Daniel Hatton netted and Coxhoe held the lead until just before the end when Robert McDirmid equalised.