Ashton Town Chairman Mark Hayes was in good form after his team's 4-0 win over Chadderton:
Absolutely made up with that today, well played lads 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. A massive 3 points for @ashtontownafc . Onwards to @sthelenstownfc on Monday
— Mark Hayes (@northernpromise) March 26, 2016
An honest summing from the winners of a close fought semi-final between Atherton Collieries and Barnton:
The game today was a war of attrition. Credit to both sets of players and the officials.
— Atherton Colls FC (@ACFC1916) March 26, 2016
While Barnton goalkeeper Richie Mottram was gracious in defeat:
Just got home, gutted to have lost that game today, best of luck to @ACFC1916 in the final. We go again Monday @barntonfc #BackToWinningWays
— Richie Mottram (@Richie_Mottram) March 26, 2016
Cheadle Town's win at Holker Old Boys broke a long standing barren run worthy of celebration:
@CheadleTownFC celebrate their first victory at Holker since 1999. (SC) #FunBus pic.twitter.com/ehkv0w6tgb
— Cheadle Town FC (@CheadleTownFC) March 26, 2016
And there was disappointment in the home camp after Winsford United's 4-1 defeat at the hands of Padiham:
Bad day at the office today for the blues. We go again Monday #coyb
— Winsford United FC (@WinsfordUnited) March 26, 2016
Once the game against Colne was over, Barnoldswick Town's commercial team soon turned their attention to the Easter Monday derby clash against Nelson:
If u r joinin us on Mon then feel free 2 + ur name 2 our footie card.£1 a go & 50% of takins to winner #fundraising pic.twitter.com/a63WuSO2iq
— BarlickFC Commercial (@BarlickFCComms) March 26, 2016