PLAYER of the season at Leigh Athletic is Gordon Walker.

He was handed his award at the club's annual prize night.

Second team players' player was Rick Scott while Neal Keegan received the manager's vote.

Youngster Paul Wilkinson collected the Third team players player award, John Turner the manager's choice.

The Fourth team award went to Karl Shepherd.

Kev Smith and John Turner organised a splendid evening.

SET to play in the NorthWest Youth Alliance First Division next season are Daten Sports Youth.

The outfit, formerly Leigh Athletic U16s and the top team in the Bolton Boys Federation, will be matched against Conference and Unibond youth sides.

They were forced to leave Madley Park when Leigh Harriers could not allow them to use the pitch.

Daten SY is still on the lookout for players. Call Stan Roberts on 01942-602172.

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