Hotchkiss looking forward to 'feisty' clash with Horden

Olly Hotchkiss has described Easington Colliery's Boxing Day visit to east Durham rivals Horden CW as 'a great occasion' - and challenged his side to continue their good form with a win at Welfare Park.

- by Sport Reporter

The Colliers head into the game on the back of last weekend's home win against Northallerton Town, which took them to within five points of the Division One playoff places. Their hosts have enjoyed a largely positive first half of their first season in the Northern League's top tier - but have slipped into mid-table after last weekend's narrow home loss against Birtley Town meant the Marras have failed to pick up a point in their last four fixtures. However, the derby atmosphere will mean nothing can be taken for granted, and