Layton Watts returns straight to the starting XI after serving a suspension that ruled him out of recent fixtures against Lancaster City and Ashton United. The midfielder takes up the number ten role as he makes his comeback.

There are also starting places for Aaron Haswell and Nathan McGinley, while James Harrison is restored to the side for his first start since returning from loan at Bishop Auckland.

Manager Lee Bullock and assistant Jason Kennedy have opted to freshen up the side as the Seasiders look to respond with a positive performance on the road.

Whitby Town: Shane Bland, Connor Smith, Nathan McGinley, Alex Nelson, Frankie Whelan, Harley Dawson, Aaron Haswell, Lewis Hawkins (C), Jake Charles, Layton Watts, James Harrison.

Substitutes: Adam Gell, Jarrett Rivers, Callum Wilson, Lee Bullock