LION CUBS SIGN MITCHELL

LEICESTER Lion Cubs have moved to sign Calum Mitchell as a replacement for the retired Sonny Springer.

23-year-old Mitchell has ridden for NDT title-winning King’s Lynn Young Stars this season, where he has been a team-mate of Lion Cubs regulars Cooper Rushen and Max Perry.

Team manager Jen Crossland said: “Our 28-day facility for Sonny was due to expire before our next meeting so we needed to make a move, and we’re pleased to welcome Calum to the club.

“We discussed it with the other riders in the team, especially those who have seen him ride regularly, and we know he’s been improving nicely during his first season.

“He was keen for more meetings and this level is all about bringing riders on, so we look forward to having him with us.”