Northern Premier League

SCOTT NETS BUT STILL NO LIFT-OFF FOR ANCHORS…

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
16 August 2026

By James Cartwright

STOCKTON TOWN 1
LEEK TOWN 1
STOCKTON Town’s early season frustrations continued as they were held to a draw at home against ten-man Leek Town.
The Anchors scored their first goal of the season when Josh Scott netted from the penalty spot in the 12th minute after Layton Watts was fouled.
Stockton were looking good for another goal but, as was the case with the first two games, converting chances evaded them.
Cam Painter had a strike which curled just wide and Tom Coulthard headed on goal but his effort was comfortable for Dino Visser.
But Leek levelled ...

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