Lord Tony Smith wrote:
What about Matty Ashton?
This was a 'block' announcement of Academy players who have signed new contracts; Matty Ashton didn't come through our Academy so I guess he will be announced separately when/if he signs a new contract.
I think it is fantastic to see these staying with the club and I would not be surprised to see all 6 have long careers in the P&B.
I know I am biased because I work with the Academy but the amount that have come through is nowhere near as bad as what has been made out; things are definitely going in the right direction and I am very excited about the future.
If you look at the squad being built for next year there looks as though there is a lot less overseas players than in the past which is hopefully the way forward.