Morpeth defender Rhys Evans impresses in success on Merseyside

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Rhys Evans was on target in Morpeth Town’s superb away success at Prescot Cables – but said the clean sheet pleased him more.

The marauding right back fired in the opener after the ball had squirmed from keeper Andre Mendes’ grasp just after the half hour on Merseyside and then provided the cross for Nic Bollado to put away the second nine minutes after the break.

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“We were delighted with the win,” said Evans, who joined the Highwaymen in the summer after making over 150 appearances at neighbours Blyth Spartans, where he was held in high regard by the Croft Park fans.

“We haven’t been playing too badly recently, we’ve just not been holding on to our leads. This week we put in a proper away performance and definitely deserved the three points,” he continued.

Evans chips in with a goal and an assist in Highwaymen victoryEvans chips in with a goal and an assist in Highwaymen victory
Evans chips in with a goal and an assist in Highwaymen victory

Highwaymen boss Craig Lynch handed full debuts to York City youth loanees Bill Marshall and Leon Gibson-Booth as they took the three points at Valerie Park, and Evans feels that the youngsters have fitted in well at the club.

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“The two new lads from York have been a breath of fresh air. They have done excellent in training and both deserved their opportunity to play. Both lads certainly repaid the faith the gaffer showed them,” he said.

Evans has been an ever-present figure in the amber and black shirt since moving to Craik Park and the experienced defender has slotted in seamlessly alongside the likes of Nathan Buddle, skipper Jeff Henderson, Josh King and Josh Robson in Town’s back line.

“I was playing slightly higher up the pitch yesterday so to get a goal and assist is great,” continued Evans.

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“I think my last goal was in January for Blyth so it’s pretty good to get one quite early in Morpeth colours. I know it’s a cliche but the clean sheet is more important for me. Being solid and resolute is something us defenders pride ourselves on.”

Morpeth faced a long trip to Worksop Town on Tuesday evening with Evans emphasising that the side need to push on from the weekend’s success as they continue to climb the NPL Premier table.

“A big effort is needed to come away from Worksop with anything but I’m confident if we play how we did last Saturday we will have a good chance,” he said.

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Morpeth have a free Saturday this weekend after their scheduled opponents Mickleover progressed in the FA Trophy and will play AFC Telford United in that competition instead.

Town, in 14th spot, are just one point adrift of Mickleover with a game in hand.

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