SWINDON Wildcats have signed promising British youngster Aaron Nell for next season.
Nell, who is a product of the Swindon Junior Development programme, has been plying his trade in Canada for the last four years.
The 18-year-old forward, pictured, has also represented the Great Britain Under 18 and 20 side.
Nell is the fourth signing confirmed by Wildcats and joins fellow GB youngsters Matty Davies, Lee Richardson and Michael Farn on the Swindon roster.
Coach Peter Russell said: "I worked closely with Aaron last year with the national team , and I was impressed.
"Aaron has good size, a hard shot and good game sense.
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"I know Aaron will give us an extra dimension in offence.
"It's great to have him on board after he made the decision to accept my offer and return home afterplaying aboard."
Nell recently played for Great Britain in Poland and Latvia, where he finished top goalscorer in an international tournament with three goals in five games.
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