Biggleswade United start their pre-season training next Thursday (July 6), meeting at the clubhouse at 7pm. United have also agreed an impressive list of friendlies including Luton Town s visit to Second Meadow on Tuesday, August 1. This will be followed

Biggleswade United start their pre-season training next Thursday (July 6), meeting at the clubhouse at 7pm.

United have also agreed an impressive list of friendlies including Luton Town's visit to Second Meadow on Tuesday, August 1.

This will be followed by the visit of Barton Rovers (August 5), Ampthill Town (August 8) and Arlesey Town (August 10).

Further pre-season matches are to be announced.

United were presented with the Special Achievement Award at the Molten Spartan South Midlands League annual meeting for their success in the Beds Senior Cup.

And club secretary Tracey James was awarded the Fred Crain Trophy for Club Secretaries.

Former assistant manager Dave Elkin is the new boss of the reserves this season.

n The annual meeting of the SA Butcher Cup will be held on Monday, July 10, at 8pm at Biggleswade United FC.

Invitations to enter the competition are welcome from Saturday sides who play the equivalent of county junior and junior trophy level.

If you would like to be considered for inclusion in this year's competition, please call Tracey James on 01767 316270.