Nervy wait ends in joy for Chorley

By Oscar Haley

Saviour: Captain Andy Holdsworth helped steer Chorley to survival in the Northern Premier LeagueA COMPREHENSIVE nine-wicket win over Fleetwood saw Chorley stay up by the skin of their teeth as they confirmed their place in the Northern Premier League for next season.On the final day of league action, Chorley needed to beat already relegated Fleetwood and hope that both St Annes and Morecambe tasted defeat.Thankfully, Chorley bowlers Will Moulton (5-38) and Samuel Steeple (5-42) managed to tear through the opposition batting lineup, both taking five-fors against...

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