Andy Wycherley
Vastly experienced defender Keith Lowe has moved to Dales Lane having helped Kidderminster Harriers secure their place in the Vanarama National League North play-offs last term as well as enjoy a memorable run in the Emirates FA Cup.
Now 36, he signed for Nuneaton Borough in July 2019 and then switched to National League North side Bradford Park Avenue in September 2019 and back to Kidderminster in early January 2020.
A graduate of Wolverhampton Wanderers’ academy, he played over 150 times at National League level and made almost 200 more appearances in the Football League.
He moved to the sadly now defunct Macclesfield Town in the summer of 2017 on the back of being named in the National League North team of the year whilst at Kidderminster.
After joining the Silkmen, he helped them to promotion to the Football League, winning the National League title on the way and playing every minute of every game.
And whilst on loan with Swansea City, the Wolverhampton native was part of the Swans EFL Trophy-winning side, defeating Carlisle United 2-1 at the Millenium Stadium in front of 42,000 fans.
Keith Lowe
Pics` manager Liam McDonald told his club’s website: “This is a massive signing for the club.
“To get a player of his experience is fantastic.
“He’s a top-drawer defender who will bring know-how and leadership to an already-strong back-line.
“I have been chasing him all summer and I am really pleased that he has chosen to come here. He’s a footballing defender and his decision to join us was based on football reasons rather than financial as he had some big offers elsewhere.
“That’s such a boost for us as we have landed a quality player who can tap into the experience of over 200 games in the Football League.”
Also joining the Pics is highly rated goalkeeper Andy Wycherley.
The 24-year-old, who hails from Telford, signed for home-town National League North club AFC Telford United from JD Cymru Premier champions The New Saints in August 2018.
He started his career in Shrewsbury Town's youth system before joining TNS.
Noted for his prodigious kicking, he transferred to National League outfit Solihull Moors in January 2020 and then to Rushall’s league rivals Hednesford Town in May 2020.
He transferred to Northern Premier League Premier Division outfit Nantwich Town in late October 2021.
McDonald added: “Andy is someone that really impressed me last season.
“He’s a technical keeper, a good shot-stopper and comfortable with the ball at his feet.
“His kicking is fantastic, and he has all the attributes we are looking for in a goalkeeper for the season ahead to be able to play out from the back.
“He ticks a lot of boxes, and I am excited to have him on board. To be able to challenge you need good goalkeepers and we certainly have that”.
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