With both cup and league action taking place this weekend, there were a number of successes across the area – and some shock results along the way. Here, our resident non-league expert Mark Carruthers reveals who is flying high after a dramatic weekend. Scroll down and click through the pages to see his latest power rankings:
9. 12 - Shildon
The Railwaymen look to be on the right track this season (sorry!) and have had a solid week with a battling draw at Newton Aycliffe followed up by a straightforward 3-0 FA Vase win against Division Two side Tow Law Town at the weekend. Photo: Kevin Brady
10. 11 - Hebburn Town
All eyes turn towards Tuesday’s FA Cup replay against Pontefract Collieries – and they go into it in good form after a 2-0 home win against Ryhope CW and a stalemate against in-form Consett on Saturday. Photo: Other
11. 10 - Hartlepool United
What a week it has been for Craig Hignett’s men. They make their first appearance in the rankings after notching up an impressive pair of wins against Wrexham and Torquay United over the last seven days. Photo: Ian Randall
12. 9 - Sunderland RCA
A dramatic Wear-Tyne derby win against Newcastle Benfield sees Martin Swales’ side hold firm inside the top ten of the rankings. Mark Davison’s late winner helped RCA come out on top against an in-form Benfield side. Photo: Tim Richardson