In-form Workington Reds forward Steven Rigg has signed a new deal with the club.

The 32-year-old, who has scored 15 goals already this season, has agreed improved terms for the rest of this season with the option of an extension.

The deal comes after a highly impressive start to the 2024/25 season by the former Carlisle United and Penrith player.

Rigg is towards the top of the Northern Premier League Premier Division goalscoring chart after his prolific form for Mark Fell's Borough Park side.

The experienced Keswick player's exploits have included 14 goals in his last 12 outings for the west Cumbrian club.

Reds boss Fell has spoken of his delight that Rigg has further committed to Workington.

"It’s important that we build a young side around some experienced players -Riggy has been a joy to work with and he’s had a fantastic season so far," Fell told the Reds website.

"He’s a role model for all players at the club and I’m delighted the club were able to reward him with an improved deal and an opportunity for us to secure him for next season as well.

After agreeing the new terms, Rigg added:Β β€œIt’s been an enjoyable season so far, obviously there have been a lot of changes throughout the summer, but now it’s starting to come together.

"Hopefully we’ll get a few more lads back before Christmas and have a decent second half to the season.”

Rigg has spent the last three years with Reds, following a spell with Dover Athletic.

He broke into the professional game with Carlisle in 2014 after a prolific spell for Penrith.

He went on to score on his United debut against Hartlepool United and, in two spells for the Blues, made 43 appearances, scoring six goals.

The Cumbrian has also played for Queen of the South, Chorley and Gateshead.

Reds, who were beaten 1-0 by leaders Macclesfield on Saturday, are back in home action next weekend when they host Blyth Spartans.