The top action was in the Welsh Trophy and as predicted Rhos Aelwyd came through with flying colours. Despite trailing 1-0 at Llanrhaedr, Phil Coffin scored a magnificent equaliser and despite their hosts netting in stoppage time at the end, a two goal blast from Tony Cann took them through.

Out go Corwen though, they were beaten 2-1 at Glan Conwy but Calvin Davies on his debut came close to rescuing this tie.

Much credit must go to Venture who made further progress demolishing Waterloo Rovers 6-2. Making up their six pack were Barry Davies, Neil Evans and double salvo’s from Darren Jones and Danny Roberts.

Joining Venture in the hat for the next round will be Overton who claimed the scalp of Chirk AAA’s, 3-1 in fact. Grabbing the winners goals were Ricky Jones, Will Evans and Wayne Wright from the penalty spot but the best player on view was Wayne Wright.

In the Premier Division, League, leaders Castell Alun Colts dropped two points and honours were even in this local derby with Llay Welfare, although a depleted Colts were disappointed to drop two home points in a hard fought game. Nathan Humphries’s fine finish to a great move gave Welfare an early lead, this was cancelled out before half time with a free kick from Mike Pritchard. Colts missed the better chances second half, although Ian Matthias was foiled by a late fine save from stand in Colts keeper Gordon Bird.

Borras Park Albion led through Dale Hill but le the lead slip and Brymbo went on to win 2-1.

FC Cefn sent Penycae crashing 4-0 and making an immediate impact with a debut goal was Lee Phelan. Adding to the Cefn tally were Lee Price and two goals from Ben Roberts.

Gwersyllt Athletic flopped to a 3-1 reversal against Brickfield Rangers whose marksmen were Owen Williams(2) and Nathan Buckley.

Steve Owen converted a first half penalty and Sam Pugh converted a hat-trick as Hawarden Rangers shared eight goals with visitors Coedpoeth United who came with a late flurry to share the spoils. On target were Dion Jones, Karl Fenlon, Nicky McCormack and an injury time equaliser from Kevin Breeze.

Turning to Division One, Johnstown have opened up a five point lead at the top after flooring Penley 6-2. On target were Jordon Smith, Kevin Valentine, Tom Smith(2), Hugo Tavares and Chris Baddley.

Due to a refereeing shortage, the game between Garden Village and Holt plus Glyn Ceiriog against Acrefair Youth had to therefore be canned.

New Brighton flopped to a shock 2-1 home defeat against Mold Juniors despite Paul Worrall keeping them in touch. Strikes from Andy Williams and Dean Gittins gave Mold the edge.

Buckley United are still to break their duck but they should glimpse of an improvement when holding Penyffordd to a 2-2 draw. Buckley’s marksmen were youngster Chris Brookes and Gareth Edwards and hitting back were Rob Arrowsmith and Tommy Holmes with a late leveller.

In the only other game at this level, Hawkesbury Villa shared a 1-1 draw with Llanuwchllyn who had a hero turned villain in Ifan Jones who opened the scoring but was later sent off. Responding for Villa was Simon Roberts with a 75th minute free kick.

In the Reserves Division, Bala Town trounced Gresford Athletic 7-1 but it is Ruthin Town who head the pack after whitewashing Penycae 9-0. Grabbing their headlines were Mike Garner and Gwidion Ifan with a hat-trick apiece, Martin Davie, Stuart Drake and Jack Williams.

Airbus UK proved too hot to handle for Borras Park Albion Reserves and in Nial Challoner they had the games best player, he converted yet another four goals which included a 4th minute penalty. Also netting four goals was Gary McConnell with Matt Wintle completing the rout. Dave Evans did manage an Albion consolation goal.

Rhos Aelwyd crashed 2-0 Buckley Town whose marksmen were Colin Talbot and Danny Moore.

Chirk AAA’s played out a goal-less draw with LEX XI.

Elements Cefn Druids defeated Coedpoeth United 4-2 and on target were Gary Tebble(2), Ashley Ryan and Neil Pierce who opened the scoring. Replying for the visitors was Ian Bostock-Jones(2).

Llay Welfare went down 1-0 against Hawarden Rangers who netted the games only goal through Michael Lever.

In the one outstanding Reserves Division League Cup tie, out go Castell Alun, they were beaten 3-1 by Llangollen who dominated this tie and only a brilliant performance from keeper Dan Stennett kept the score down. Jamie Millington netted a consolation after Ben Lloyd, Tom Meritt and Derek Booth had sealed the Llan victory.

In the RESERVES AND COLTS division, leaders FC Cefn crashed to a 2-1 home defeat at Brymbo, Dewi Jones grabbed both of the winners goals.

Corwen have jumped four places into second spot as a result of their emphatic 5-0 success at Penley.

New Brighton flopped 3-1 at Llangollen who were on target through Sam Mars, Ross Patrick and James Claybrook.

Brickfield Rangers secured maximum points after beating Glyn Ceiriog 3-1 with strikes from Darryl Roberts(2) and Matt Bride.

Hawarden Rangers proved too strong for Garden Village and they clinched a 5-1 verdict. Making up their nap hand were Jack Gregory, Charlie McCabe(2), James Parry and Ryan Dunne

Overton secured a 2-1 win at Penyffordd who hit back through Richard Jones.

There was excitement galore in the league cup with the tie between Borras Park Albion and Ruthin evenly poised at 2-2 after 90 minutes and then 3-3 after extra time but Ruthin kept their nerve to win the penalty shoot out 5-4. Giving Albion hope right to the bitter end were Matty Roden(2) and Alistair McKay.