Weston-super-Mare manager Tony Ricketts has agreed new two-year deals with James Palmer and Ben Willshire.

Palmer, 20, and 21-year-old full-back Willshire both began their careers at Bristol Rovers before moving to the Woodspring Stadium last season.

Midfielder Palmer told the club website he is ready for a starting berth after a frustrating year with injuries.

"I am fit and ready to have a good go at it, with a chance to prove myself. I want to be playing every week."

Willshire said he was delighted to pledge his future to the Seagulls.

"Tony wants everybody on contract this year because he wants everyone committed to the club," said Willshire.

"I don't like this signing on and then seeing what happens next year. I want to be committed to a club for a few years and I want to see it progressing."