ALEX Walmsley and Tommy Makinson will try and get up to speed for the season by playing in the friendly game at Swinton on Sunday.

Both players have undergone surgery in the off season and need minutes to get them up to speed.

Reserves Head Coach Ian Talbot will mix a handful of first teamers with some top age 19 players in his squad.

Two new reserve signings Tom Connick and Dave Llewellyn will be joined two trialists Tommy Hughes and Latvian loose forward Mikus Ozols.

Saints will pick their side from: Aaron Smith, Alex Walmsley, Calvin Wellington, Dave Llewellyn, Greg Richards, Jack Ashworth, Jake Spedding, Joe Greenwood, Jonah Cunningham, Levi Nzoungou, Luke Thompson, Mark Percival, Matthew Costello, Matty Dawson, Matty Lees, Mikus Ozols, Morgan Knowles, Olly Davies, Regan Grace, Ricky Bailey, Rob Fairclough, Ross McCauley, Tom Connick, Tommy Hughes, Tommy Makinson.

Talbot said: "It's the first run out for our new 'reserve' team and is what's needed to give the maximum playing opportunities to all players at the club.

"Sunday's team will feature a mix of experienced first team players looking to add some extra vital match fitness going into the season, some young full time players who are hoping to impress, some new additions and trialists, and some young academy lads who will want to make the most of the opportunity.

"I'm sure it will be a good game with Swinton as they prepare for their new season in the championship."

The game will kick off at 3pm at Sedgley Park on Sunday.

Entry £12 adults, £6 concessions and juniors free.