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Runcorn Linnets have added extra firepower with the capture of Matty Birchall from Northwich Victoria.

Matty, 21, has been a regular for the North West Counties League Premier Division club since joining them in summer 2021.

His topped the appearances and goal charts last season, netting 21 in 44 outings - following up with 10 goals from 28 games in 2022-23.

Matty began his career at Bradford City Academy and played as a midfielder for their U18s.

He later signed for Crewe FC in the Cheshire League before linking up with hometown club Vics.

Matty was quick to impress with his pace, skill and showed a surprising amount se strength for his slight build.

Welcome to Runcorn Linnets, Matty!

Our latest signing Malick Diakite, who made his debut as a substitute yesterday's game at Witton, is a 19-year-old attacker.

He has joined from our Pitching In Northern Premier League West rivals Clitheroe, having graduated from their youth team this season to make nine senior appearances, with one goal.

Malick's full debut came against Linnets in November when he was the home side's man of the match in our 1-0 victory.

Linnets boss Dave Wild said: "Malick really impressed us when playing for Clitheroe this season and has been on our radar for a number of weeks.

"He's a really exciting and pacy player that I have absolutely no doubt will be a huge hit with the fans in coming weeks."

Welcome, Malick!

Runcorn Linnets have signed teenage winger Vaughn Green from Pitching In Northern Premier League Premier Division club Bamber Bridge.

Vaughn has made eight appearances for the Lancastrians this season, all off the bench. The last of these came in the victory at Marske United at the start of December.

He also made a single appearance for Bury AFC in the North West Counties League.

The 18-year-old had previously played in the Academies at Blackburn Rovers and Preston North End.

He was released by PNE in May 2022 after two seasons in their Under 18s.

Linnets boss Dave Wild said: "We're delighted to add Vaughn to the group.

"We have been in real need of pace and direct play for a number of weeks so when the chance for him to come in from Bamber Bridge arose, it was a no brainer!

"Hopefully he will bed in quickly and show everyone what he's capable of as his progression in senior football continues."

Runcorn Linnets have signed up to the Pitching In Volunteer Hub in a bid to strengthen their team off the field.

The hub is an innovative online portal that will become a one-stop-shop to connect football clubs and potential volunteers.

Created for all 248 clubs that make up the Trident Leagues, at Steps three and four of the English National League System, the network provides a simple web-based interface.

Clubs playing nationwide in the Northern Premier, Isthmian and Southern Leagues are able to post volunteering vacancies, while fans can search for available opportunities either at a specific club or based on their location.

The hub, supported by ex-England captain Stuart Pearce, also enables prospective volunteers to proactively offer their services to clubs and register their skills.

Clubs such as Runcorn Linnets rely heavily on volunteers to carry out matchday duties and also day-to- day tasks which ensure they function effectively.

From operating the turnstiles, stewarding and catering on matchdays to pitch maintenance, ground upkeep or providing administrative and professional support, there are many areas in which volunteers play a vital role.

Newly-appointed general manager Bren Connolly is himself part of the volunteer team at Runcorn Linnets.

He said: "We already have a fantastic team of volunteers throughout the club - in our men's, women's, youth and junior sections. Without them we would not survive.

"Their commitment is unconditional and absolute. They do it for the love of the club and to help it grow and prosper.

"Some of them can be seen on match days going about their business but others will be working in the background during the week."

There are times, however, when resources are stretched.

The Linnets general manager added:  "We always need to strengthen in terms of numbers and skills.

"There will be supporters in our fan base who unbeknown to us have specialist knowledge or practical expertise but might not know the best way to offer their time and ability to the club.

"People can volunteer on a casual or regular basis.

"It might well be that a fan or existing volunteer relocates due to work, family commitments or retirement and wants to find and link up with a new club in a different area."

Linnets chairman Peter Cartledge said: "The Pitching In Volunteer Hub is an ideal way to get connected.

"Our fans will see roles advertised that may be their current roles.This is not to replace them but rather to bolster our resources and take the pressure off existing volunteers.

"They all work so incredibly hard and we need to ensure that we look after them and have the right amount of cover for illness and unavailability.

"We can promise a warm welcome and a lot of satisfaction in being more closely involved with Runcorn Linnets."

Pitching In ambassador Stuart Pearce, who knows the value of volunteers from his early days in non-league football with Wealdstone.

The former England captain said: "This is a fantastic initiative that will be a real gamechanger for promoting volunteering at the community level.

"Equally, it can be a hugely positive and rewarding experience for those that volunteer, I encourage anyone to give it a go and find out for themselves."

Pitching In partners with the Trident Leagues as a groundbreaking grassroots sport investment fund, backed by the Entain Foundation.

Entain is a first-of-its-kind, non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting responsible gambling, sports integrity and corporate compliance worldwide.

It is also the founding partner of the Trident Community Fund, which enables clubs in the three leagues to apply for funding for a broad range of community-engagement projects.

Potential volunteers can seek out and enquire about volunteer opportunities at Runcorn Linnets or offer the club their services here

Pictured: Stuart Pearce.