Only nine points currently separates third-placed Dungannon Swifts and Ballymena United in tenth heading into this weekend’s fixture schedule.
Here we look at who has been the best performer at each Premiership club throughout this season, based on the average ratings provided by Sofascore from every match of the campaign.
NOTE: All data and statistics provided by Sofascore.
9. Glenavon - Barney McKeown
Glenavon have been resurgent under Paddy McLaughlin, putting together a run which has them dreaming of a top-half Premiership finish, and Barney McKeown has led from the front as captain. Only four players have made more clearances than McKeown (94). Photo: Alan Weir/Pacemaker Press
10. Ballymena United - Josh Carson
Josh Carson has been a huge influence for Ballymena United since arriving last summer from Coleraine and has been key in both defence and attack. Only Joel Cooper has more assists than Carson (seven) this season while he has also made more than 700 passes in the Sky Blues midfield. Carson has been a miss in recent weeks, not featuring since January. Photo: Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press
11. Carrick Rangers - Joe Crowe
It has been a tough season for Carrick Rangers, who are now overwhelming favourites to be competing in the Premiership promotion/relegation play-off. Sofascore rank Joe Crowe as their top performer of the campaign with the former Glentoran ace registering 24 appearances and scored the midweek winner against Larne with a fine finish. Photo: Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press
12. Loughgall - Nathan Gartside
Despite Loughgall's struggles, goalkeeper Nathan Gartside has still impressed. No goalkeeper has made more saves (120) than the former Cliftonville star while he has also shown his prowess in saving penalties, stopping three against Carrick Rangers alone this term, including two in the same match. Photo: Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press