Jack Richards was a late cry-off due to work commitments and, so, back row forward, Tom Gilbert, is brought into the 18-man squad for today's crucial fixture away at ambitious Glossop.

Newcomer, Will Grabe, keeps his place in the 18, starting on the bench, after an impressive debut at home to Hoylake and he is joined by another new addition to the squad, James Worrall, who is expected to make an impact when he comes off the bench into the three-quarter line.

A win for the Saints today will strengthen our promotion hopes but Glossop also have their eyes on a berth in the higher division and will provide stiff opposition.

For those travelling away with the team, the coach leaves Malone Field at 11.15 sharp with bacon butties at 10.45!