It is almost certain that Plymouth Argyle's influential captain Kate Middleton and rising midfield star Becky Atkins have joined Premier League National Division side Bristol Academy.

And with star striker Chloe Roberts and midfielder Rhianne Parsons off to colleges in the

USA this week, manager Chris Benham has his work cut out to produce a team that can challenge for promotion from the South West Combination League.

However, the Pilgrims have added new signing Welsh under-19 central defender Emma White to their squad.

To read more see this week's Cornish Times.