Ayr Utd's manager Gary Naysmith has provided an exciting update to fans as the club prepares for pre-season training. The Honest Men returned to the training pitch this week, gearing up for their first friendly match against Dumbarton on Tuesday, June 30. Following that, Ayr Utd will face Airdrie on Saturday, July 4, before kicking off competitive action away to Stranraer in the League Cup group stage on Saturday, July 11. Naysmith has already signed three players to bolster the squad, with goalkeeper Harry Stone being the latest addition on loan from Heart of Midlothian. Naysmith expressed his delight in welcoming Stone back to Somerset Park, emphasizing the importance of his experience and contributions to the team. The manager also highlighted the versatility of new signing Reece Lyon from Queen of the South, who can play multiple roles in midfield and has proven to be a robust player. Additionally, Ayr Utd has secured talented attacker Ross Taylor from Stenhousemuir, who had an outstanding season last year. Naysmith acknowledged the disappointment of losing club captain Ben Dempsey to rivals Partick Thistle but remains focused on finding a suitable replacement. As pre-season unfolds, Ayr Utd fans can look forward to an exciting season ahead with new talent joining the ranks.