FOOTBALL: Witney United boss Andy Lyne continued his busy pre-season by re-signing eight more of last year's squad.

Having already secured the services of Jamie Mills, Lyne added the signatures of Gary Wickens, Harry Burnley, Christian Perkins, Vinny Byfield, Kevin Lewis, Jon Steedman and John Mc- Mahon.

And there's the promise of more to follow.

Lyne said: "It's been excellent to get these lads on forms, and ensures our plans for the new season are running along smoothly.

"Jamie (Mills) is a quality player at this level, and he has always done well for me.

"I'm delighted he is staying with us, as I believe he is the best in the division at what he does."

North Leigh have announced a busy pre-season programme ahead of their first year in Southern League football.

The Hellenic League champions kick off the season with a home match against Wessex League outfit VTFC on Saturday, July 12, followed by a trip to Badshot Lea a week later.

They also face a tricky home friendly against Southern League Aylesbury United on Thursday, August 7.

Other friendlies: July 22: Cheltenham Saracens (a). July 24: Carterton (a). July 26: Milton Utd (a). July 30: Shortwood Utd (a). Aug 2: Northampton Spencer (h). Aug 5: Ardley Utd (a). Aug 9: Hook Norton (h).

Clanfield kick off their pre-season programme at home to Hungerford Town on Tuesday, July 15 (7.30pm).

Other friendlies: July 17: Abingdon Utd (h, 7.45). July 23: Hook Norton (h, 7.30). Aug 9: Highworth Tn (h, 3pm).