We're delighted to confirm midfielder Tom Crawford is taking on the role of Altrincham FC captain on a permanent basis.

A mainstay of the Robins' line-up since joining from Hartlepool United in the summer of 2024, our number 22 will now wear the armband full-time following Lewis Baines' loan move to Solihull Moors.

Speaking of the appointment, manager Neil Gibson said: "It was an easy decision to make Tom captain of the football club as we move forward.

"He's one of the first names on the team sheet each week. He sets a good example in training, he's a good communicator and really tries to drive the standards within the group.

"He's been exceptional for us on the pitch in the time that we've been at the football club. He's someone who can, and hopefully will with Altrincham, play back in the EFL.

"TC is someone we're looking forward to working with as we mould the new senior leadership group, of which we'll reveal more during the next week."