Aspin was spoilt for choice for players during his Town tenure, and wasn’t able to find room for the likes of Lois Maynard, Steve Payne, Richard Marshall, Ryan Toulson or loanees who went on to have strong careers such as David Brooks or CJ Hamilton.
Aspin did point out though that, although he didn’t select them in the team, defender Danny Lowe and winger Adam Smith would be among his substitutes.
Here is the team he chose.
5. Scott McManus
Quite simply, a Halifax Town legend. His greatest moment with The Shaymen came after Aspin's departure with the winner in the 2016 FA Trophy final, but he made the left-back spot his own during seven years at the club with a consistently strong level of performance and commitment. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
6. Tom Baker
The only player in the team that Aspin inherited rather than signed, Baker was a vital part of the Town side that achieved back-to-back promotions. Photo: Bruce Fitzgerald
7. Matty Pearson
His spell at Halifax was the making of Pearson, joining permanently in summer 2013 after a successful loan spell and turning into a superb player under Aspin. Has gone on to play for Accrington, Barnsley, Luton and Huddersfield in the Football League. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
8. Dan Gardner
A rough diamond plucked by Aspin from Droylsden, he was polished up into a gem at The Shay, producing some sparkiling performances as Halifax earned promotion in 2012-13 and then finished in the play-offs the season after. Has played for Chesterfield, Oldham, Wigan, Doncaster and Oldham since then. Photo: Bruce Fitzgerald