National League North

Fans key to Pitmen progress, says Kelv

Hednesford Town go into Monday’s play-off final with Warrington Rylands on the back of a 2-0 semi-final victory over Stockton Town – and boss Kelvin Davis is hoping to again make the most of home advantage.

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
3 May 2026

By Dave Lawrence

SEMI SUCCESS: Hednesford Town players celebrate victory over Stockton Town
PICTURE: Harry Owen

Hednesford Town go into Monday's play-off final with Warrington Rylands on the back of a 2-0 semi-final victory over Stockton Town – and boss Kelvin Davis is hoping to again make the most of home advantage.
“I’m sure the guys lucky enough to get a ticket will be vocal and supportive,” the former Eastleigh manager said after over 3,500 turned up at Keys Park for Tuesday night’s victory.
“There are moments in the game when every team needs that support and one of the things that ...

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