LEADERS Redby had a close call with third from bottom Monkton Athletic who went two up with a brace from Connor Nixon but Adam Henson came back with a hat-trick Redby to seal victory.

Riverside are just behind the leaders on goal difference after their impressive 8-0 win over bottom side Whiteleas Blues with three from Stephen Dixon, two from David Winter singles from Mark Peck, Chris Ryder and Simon Godfrey.

Spennymoor travelled to take on Waldridge Park and goals from Matthew Whittle and Todd Franey earned them victory, with the home side's only goal from Scott Hope.

First Division
WASHINGTON Juniors lost out to Winlaton with goals from Stephen Dobson, Martin Smith and Christopher Dunn. Washington's consolation was scored by Andrew Wood.

UNDER 17s, Premier League
RYHOPE CW's tenure of top spot continues following a closely fought victory over City of Durham Bees.

They won by the odd goal in five with strikes from Chris Lawrence, Jon Nicholson and Liam McManus. James Ellis hit two in reply.

Plains Farm overcame South Moor 3-0 thanks to goals from Gavin Embleton, Michael Nicholson and Christopher Youldon.

Ryhope are in second place but only managed to take a point from a goalless draw against Whickham while Harraton and Rickleton also played a goalless draw with Waldridge Park.

The points were also shared between Durham County and Dawdon when a hat-trick from Durham's Lee Blades was cancelled out by two in reply for Daniel Reeves and one for Matthew Robson.

Seaham Town ran out victorious against Monkton with goals from Robbie Bird, Andy Black and Chris Dormond.

First Division
Swalwell Juniors continue to run away with the division after a comfortable win over Riverside with a hat-trick from Stuart Rook, two from Curtis Smith and a final strike from Charlton, Riverside scoring through Gordon, Williamson and Glendenning.

Second Division
CONSETT Blues lead the way and picked up another three points when beating Anfield Plain 4-0 thanks to goals from Paul James, Peter Turnbull and two for Josh Henley.

Pelton Juniors beat Whickham Reds 5-3 but made a slow start and Whickham went 3-0 up with two goals from Cameron Archer and one for Ben Thompson.