Telford Tigers' top talent staying put

Telford Tigers have secured the 'signings' of two of their top talents, writes CAROLINE GARBETT.

Last season's Most Improved Player Luke Brittle has confirmed he's staying, along with his Trojans under-18s team-mate Adam Taylor.

The news comes off the back of the Trojans' victory last weekend at the Sheffield under-18s tournament, where they went unbeaten throughout.

Brittle, 18, has long been recognised as one of the most impressive players to come out of the Telford development programme.

And many feared that, as he had showcased his skills last season, he would be tempted away by a bigger budget side.

But Tigers player-coach Tom Watkins has been able to hang on to the youngster, on a two-way contract with Elite League side Coventry Blaze while he studies at university in the city.

Watkins said: "Luke started down our roster, because of his age and experience, but quickly worked his way up and ended up being one of our most valuable players.

"He really earned his place on the top line with Scott Mckenzie and Joe Henry – and having all three back on the team guarantees we can continue putting up a good offensive threat.

"Luke scored 30-odd points last season and, now with a year's experience in the EPL, I'm confident he can score even more."