JOE Booth’s double helped Winnington Park to continue their pursuit of the leaders in the North West Men’s League’s top-flight.

A 4-2 win at home to Neston’s seconds last Saturday propels the Northwich side up to third in the table.

They had edged a goals-laden first-half at Sir John Deane’s College during which Booth, Pete Evans and Harrison Austin found the net to establish a narrow lead for their side.

Winnington seconds made leaders Liverpool Sefton seconds work hard for a victory when they met.

The teams were tied at 0-0 by the break, only for a frantic spell after the interval to yield three goals for the hosts.

Alfie Doel was Park’s best performer.

A father and son both got their names on the score-sheet for Winnington’s thirds in a 2-1 success against their Bebington counterparts.

Ryan Crouchley put them in front before dad John claimed a winner later on that sent Park second in Division Seven South West.

Defender Rob Doel was picked as man-of-the-match for the victors.

Winnington’s fourths could not prevent Warrington seconds from recording a 3-1 win.

Liam McKee continued a run of scoring form for Park, who netted while Joe Bell was on the side-lines after receiving a yellow card.

Warrington made the most of their opponents losing their shape after half-time, when they hit the target twice.

Alex Goldie’s tireless work on the wing stood out for Winnington.

Winnington Park Hockey Club host a fundraising quiz night this weekend.

Teams taking part gather at Winnington Park Rugby Club on Saturday, from 7pm.

Tickets are available from Burrows Hill.

Fixtures

North West Men's Hockey League

Saturday, February 17

Division One (2pm): Winnington Park v City of Manchester.

Division Four South (1.30pm): Neston 4th v Winnington Park 2nd.

Division Seven South West (12.30pm): Winnington Park 3rd v Bebington 4th.

Division Eight South West (2pm): Lymm 3rd v Winnington Park 4th.

All home games are played at Sir John Deane's College