Alumni - Morgan Hompson Smith (Class of 2014)

Footballer Morgan, who left Priory ten years ago, was signed by Bury FC earlier this month.

The versatile midfielder has impressed during his time at Longridge Town FC and heads over to Bury for the 24/25 season.

Morgan started out at Harrogate before playing for Southport in National League North. Following his time at Haig Avenue, he went onto play for FC United of Manchester, City of Liverpool and Bootle before joining Longridge in October 2022.

Having Morgan on board, Bury Manager, Dave McNabb said, “Morgan is a masterful technician capable of playing in midfield or anywhere behind the striker. He has an unbelievable left foot, his movement, vision and range of passing is a joy to behold.

"I think he’s matured as a player massively over the last year or two and that will allow him to fulfil his huge potential. A player whose ability should be playing at a much higher level.”