Altrincham have signed duo Kevin Holsgrove and Tom McCready ahead of the new Blue Square Bet Premier season.Holsgrove, a 22-year-old winger, played at Hyde United last season having been a product of Everton's youth set-up.

McCready, 19, who was also at Everton's youth academy, plays in midfield and spent last season at Hibernian.

Altrincham boss Graham Heathcote told the club's website: "Kevin will be an asset going forward and Tom is an excellent prospect for the future."

He added: "I'd like to think that we will have two more signings by the end of the week and I am also considering bringing a player in on loan."

Source: BBC Sport