MANCHESTER Giants are pleased to announce the signing of two new players ahead of the BBL season.

Head coach Yorick Williams has confirmed the signing of 6ft 9ins centre Barry Webster, 23, and guard Jerrelle Okoro, 24.

Webster has previously played for Loughborough University.

London-born Okoro, 6ft 3ins, has switched from Loughborough to Manchester Metropolitan University to sign for the club.

Giants CEO John Dwan said: "These are two young players that have shown great promise and a great attitude in try-outs with the club.

"Yorick has given them the opportunity to show what they are capable of and we are looking forward to seeing them thrive."