Bradford (Park Avenue) manager Craig Elliott has emphasized his stance on not believing in resting non-league players, showcasing his ruthless side in recent team selections.
"I didn’t rest anybody; I picked a strong team for Pontefract. Some of the players hadn’t done well enough in their last few matches so I picked a side to win that cup match."
Avenue is set to host Morpeth Town in the FA Trophy first round, following a successful cup run that has aided their league confidence. Currently third in the Northern Premier League East Division, they remain in contention for the title.
Despite seven draws from 15 games, Elliott's strategy focuses on maintaining a strong team, as evidenced by their recent West Riding County Cup win over Pontefract.
Author's summary: Elliott's approach prioritizes performance over rest.