SOCCER: The northern semi final of the LDV Vans trophy takes place at Gigg Lane tonight when Third Division leaders Chesterfield are the visitors.

Thus far in the competition, manager Andy Preece has given the youth team players their fling, and they have looked anything but out of their depth, indeed have looked a cut above many of the senior players.

However, Burys precarious league position may force Preece to juggle his underperforming squad giving them another chance in the hope of finding a successful formula prior to saturdays crucial League match at Gigg Lane against Peterborough.

There is though little doubt where the sympathies of Burys remaining loyal followers lie, and that is with the youngsters! Chesterfield are flying high in the 3rd division table and will be expected to bounce straight back into the 2nd division following their relegation last season, notwithstanding the investigations of financial impropriety which surround their owner and Chairman.

The Shakers, on current form, whichever team is selected will be hard pressed to gain a victory.