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Yorkshire champions boost Cheltenham ranks

Just a few days before their Cheltenham appearance, Hammonds Saltaire announce new signings to boost the ranks.

Hamonds
 

Yorkshire champion boosts the ranks ahead of National Finals in Cheltenham.

Trio of signings

Hammonds Saltaire has announced three new signings ahead of a busy contesting schedule that includes appearances at the First Section National Finals in Cheltenham this weekend.

Rhys Keegan as joined as Assistant principal cornet and Catherine Owen joins from Hepworth on flugel. Ex YBS and Brighouse percussionist Matthew Mills also come into the band.

I’m pleased to be welcoming our new players. All of them bring a wealth of championship experience and top quality musicianship to add to our already impressive player baseMD, Morgan Griffiths

Impressive

MD, Morgan Griffiths told 4BR: "I’m pleased to be welcoming our new players. All of them bring a wealth of championship experience and top quality musicianship to add to our already impressive player base."

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