ALVECHURCH have been running the rule of a couple of trialists as pre-season training starts to move up a gear.

Redditch Borough right back Luke English and Cadbury's left back Brett Lloyd have been put through their paces by the Church.

Manager Ian Long said: "We've just been having at look at them and both will get their chance to feature in some friendlies."

Church commence their friendly fixtures next Wednesday, July 12 with a trip to Tipton Town before travelling to West Midlands League Division One champions Hereford Lads Club on Saturday, July 15.

That will be followed by an attractive home fixture against Bromsgrove Sporting on Tuesday, July 18.