RAMSBOTTOM United chairman Harry Williams is staying hopeful that the derby against Nelson avoids the downpours and gets the go-ahead.

Williams said: "I expect it will be a good game, as long as we manage to play."

Neil Hart has enjoyed a good start as Rams boss and Williams believes the club are on an upward curve.

"It was hard for Neil to come here, when we were in the middle of the season," added Williams.

"But he's doing a good job. The lads seem to enjoy working under him."