LSH's pre-season begins on Saturday with the visit of Longton, 2.30pm.

After a further warm up game against Stoke, LSH's North One programme gets under way on 4 September at Preston Grasshoppers. Their first home fixture against Vale Of Lune on 11 September.

As expected some players have sought to remain with National League clubs although the great majority have reassembled under the new management regime of Paul Woodward and Stuart Spruce, both currently operating together at Widnes Vikings.

LSH Head Coach Woodward said: " I have said all along that Moss Lane houses the players good enough to keep us in contention throughout this season.

"I've spent the last two years at LSH working with youngsters such as Chris Wibberley, Andy Brown and Jake Capel. I expect these lads and others like them to make an impact this year."

Utility back Chris Brand has signed from Orrell.