Workington Comets sign Kyle Howarth for 2012

Howarth rode for Edinburgh last season

Workington Comets have signed Kyle Howarth to their roster for the 2012 Premier League season.

Howarth, 17, has Premier League experience with Edinburgh Monarchs and is currently riding in Australia, where he won the Queensland Under-21 title.

"Kyle is really excited about joining the Comets," boss Keith Denham said of the Manchester-born rider.

"He really enjoys riding the big Workington track and we look forward to seeing him progress in Comets colours."