Alcester lock forward Pat Lamb, a regular for the past four seasons, was appointed first team captain at the club's AGM.

He succeeds Alan Williams who led the Kings Coughton side to an improved fourth place finish last term.

Ross Nicholls continues as second team captain, Gary Wright gets a first term as thirds skipper and James Lloyd will lead the fourths for a second term.

Last year's vice chairman John Jones was elected chairman for the new season, succeeding Courtney Wells who is standing down.

Dickie Moore continues as Director of Rugby with Pete O'Dell as treasurer, David Billingsley secretary and Mike Edwards Fixture Secretary.

Life member Mike Perkins will begin a third term as Club President.

Alcester are on the hunt for a qualified head coach for the new season.

Anyone interested can ring John Jones at the clubhouse on Tuesday evenings on 01789 764061 or e mail him at jwjones@alcester-rfc.fsnet.co.uk

Pre-season training starts at 7pm on Tuesday, July 2 and then every Tuesday and Thursday.

New players are welcome, especially for theladies section who begin pre-season training with coach Nick O'Connor.