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BIRMINGHAM have confirmed the return of top British youngster Josh Auty in 2013 for his second season at Perry Barr.Auty will again be doubling-up in the Elite League whilst spearheading the Scunthorpe team in the Premier League, and he becomes the Brummies fourth named rider for next year.Co-promoter Graham Drury said: Hes the type of rider our fans can relate to, they can see how hard he tries and that he wants to do well and its great to have him back for a second season.We had permission from Coventry at the end of last season to do a deal with him and were pleased to have everything concluded.

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JOE Jacobs will step into the Premier League next season with Glasgowand has also agreed a National League deal with Coventry.The 19-year-old has secured a PL team place for the first time, with the Tigers regular race-day also leading to his switch of NL track away from fellow Sunday club Mildenhall.Glasgow boss Sean Courtney said: Joe is desperate for an opportunity to race in the Premier League, and he is as keen as mustard to join the new set-up here at Glasgow.Joe knows what his job will be in the side, and that he will be encouraged and looked after by the club and our fans as he develops at this level. We all look forward to seeing him progress and flourish in Tigers colours and form a very exciting part of the foundation for our future.Coventry co-boss Blayne Scroggins added: I was at Mildenhall when Joe made his debut at 15, and he had a great first year. Hes gone from strength to strength and Im looking forward to linking up and working with Joe again. Im really pleased to get him as our new No.1.