Ward is keen for his youngsters to gain first-team experience

Carlisle United have allowed defender Dan Wordsworth to join Kendal Town on a one-month loan.

The 18-year-old central defender is a product of the club's youth academy and has recently signed a one-year professional contract at Brunton Park.

"He's a very young professional and this will be good for him," manager John Ward told the club's website.

"Dan is a young man who wants to be playing football, hopefully it will be beneficial for him."