Brid Town launch academy for young players.

The club is setting up an academy for the best teenage players in the area, in a bid to give them the best chance of representing their hometown team.

At present, most of the Seasiders' squad are Hull-based, with just two of last season's title-winning group living locally and a couple of others coming from the Driffield and Hornsea areas.

Concerned that some promising youngsters have slipped through the net and signed for clubs such as North Ferriby United, Town are looking to ensure the best Bridlington talent remains at Queensgate.

Dave Grosse, who will be head coach at the academy, said: "The long-term objective is to get local players in the …