Bournemouth Women might have run away with the league title this season but Sophie Humphrey became the first player to score twice against them, as Worthing put in a gallant effort before eventually succumbing five-two.
Worthing Women went down to a controversial 2-1 defeat at relegation-threatened Abingdon United, as the home team came from behind in an incident-packed second-half.
Worthing fell to their first defeat in six matches, as two goals from Gene Kennedy earned Welling United the points in the National League South.
It was another fantastic Worthing performance as they claimed their fifth successive win and extended their lead at the top of the table to four points.
Worthing Women were soundly beaten by a rampant Swindon Town but still only trail the Robins by two points with a game in hand in the race for third place.
Danny Cashman's brace was the inspiration for Worthing to comeback from a goal down to beat Aveley at Parkside.
It was a comfortable afternoon for Worthing, as they cruised to a 3-0 win over Chesham United that took them top of the National League South.
It was another nervy finish, but Worthing held on for another crucial three points in the National League South as they defeated Bath City 2-1.
A 96th minute strike from Nicky Wheeler secured the points for Worthing on their travels away at Chelmsford City.
Worthing were frustrated as they fell to a second defeat in three matches at home to Farnborough.
