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Maurice Ross has been appointed as the new head of 18s to 21s at Motherwell Football Club.

The former ‘Well player has been appointed after a thorough search and interview process, during which he was identified as the outstanding candidate to help shape the emerging talents at the club.

Ross has had a well-travelled career to date, with spells as a player in England, Norway, Turkey, China and Scotland, including a six-month spell at Fir Park.

More recently, he has worked over a five-year spell as head coach at various clubs in Scandinavia, leading Norwegian side Sola FK to back-to-back promotions and winning the Faroese Super Cup with Víkingur Gøta.

“I am excited to get started,” said the 37-year-old. “Fundamentally I am going to be looking after the current Reserves side, monitoring the Under 18s and assisting with the first team.

“It is about education. At every opportunity, we have to be educating our youngsters. The ultimate aim is to get players into the first team for Motherwell.

“My immediate job is to get to know the players here, identify their traits and how I can help them progress.”

Ross replaces Stephen Craigan, who stepped down at the end of last year.

“We are delighted to have brought Maurice on board,” Motherwell manager Stephen Robinson said.

“He is a person who brings a fresh perspective to things and will prove invaluable both in helping our young players develop.

“He was very impressive on the training pitch. He has energy, showed great detail in his session and will bring fresh ideas to the club. I am looking forward to working with him.”

Chief executive Alan Burrows added: “We are very pleased to have appointed Maurice in this newly created role. We are at the final stages of reviewing our pathway at that level, but Maurice will play a key part in player development at what is clearly a critical age in a young player’s career.

“As well as his duties with the first team and the reserves, an important aspect of the role is working with Steven Hammell to provide continuity between the later stages of our Club Academy Scotland setup at Braidhurst and our professional teams.

“His remit from the board is clear and that is to develop our talented players to a point when they are primed for first team football. With his skill set, drive and determination, we believe we have the best man for the job.”

Motherwell head to Dens Park on Saturday looking to record a third Ladbrokes Premiership victory on the bounce.

A cash gate will be in operation at the ground. Ticket prices are as follows:

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Motherwell returned to Ladbrokes Premiership action with a morale-boosting win over Hibernian.

David Turnbull’s goal was the difference in a big performance from a youthful Steelmen side.

David Turnbull, Jake Hastie and Liam Grimshaw spoke after the 1-0 win over Hibernian in the Ladbrokes Premiership.

Stephen Robinson hailed the impact of his young contingent as Motherwell bounced back with a big win over Hibernian.

Nineteen-year-old match winner David Turnbull was again the star turn, along with the same-aged Jake Hastie and the excellent 20-year-old Allan Campbell in the middle of the park.

A fabulous goal from David Turnbull three minutes from half time was enough to give Motherwell a hard earned but thoroughly deserved win over Hibs.

And not for the first time this season the Fir Park side bounced back from a disappointing result to produce a terrific performance and upset the odds.

After the poor show and cup exit at the hands of Ross County on Saturday, Stephen Robinson made five changes for the first Ladbrokes Premiership game of the new year., from the side which was knocked out of the cup by Ross County on Saturday.

Jake Hastie made the most of his first start of the season with a wonderful performance on the right, with Gboly Ariyibi on the other wing supporting Curtis Main through the centre.

And both of them featured in an impressive opening spell from the home side as they pressed and closed down Hibs from the kick-off.

Hastie showed plenty of confidence and energy twice driving to the goal-line and forcing crosses which were blocked before Main could get a vital touch.

David Turnbull was also a provider, setting up Ariyibi but his angled drive was comfortably saved by Ofir Marciano.

The Edinburgh side were kept well out of the home danger area until 15 minutes when an overhead effort from Florian Kamberi provided Mark Gillespie with a routine save.

At the other end, though, the Fir Park men were creating a number of decent openings.

The best arrived after 22 minutes when an exquisite pass from Turnbull sent Main towards the Hibs box. But after cleverly cutting inside Darren McGregor his finishing effort was straight at the ‘keeper.

Seven minutes later and ‘Well’s pressure should have been rewarded with the opening goal. Ariyibi worked his way to the bye-line before driving the ball hard and low across the goal face and just a step in front of the inrushing Main.

Just when it seemed that the half would finish level, the Steelmen deservedly broke the deadlock with a terrific goal. Once again Hastie was involved dragging the ball past a couple of opponents before playing the ball into the path of Turnbull, who from around 20 yards swept the ball past the helpless Marciano.

The second half began similar to the first with Ariyibi’s corner nodded over the bar by Hastie.

In a rare threat on the home goal Gillespie was quick to dive in front of McGregor and smother any danger.

A fabulous 80 yard run from Grimshaw carried him to the edge of the Hibs’ box only to lose possession but Turnbull latched on to the loose ball and drive a shot over the bar.

Hibs best chance arrived 59 minutes when a through ball sent Daryl Horgan racing into the box but with Gillespie racing from his line to narrow the angle, the Hibs’ winger hoisted his shot well off target.

After 63 minutes Ariyibi made way for Ross McCormack as ‘Well aimed to grab a second goal and wrap up the points.

The Fir Parker’s came close in the 72 minute when Turnbull burst into the box and drove the ball across the six yard line but despite throwing himself at the ball Main could direct it towards goal.

That was the last action for the tireless Main who was replaced by Conor Sammon 14 minutes from time.

And the move almost paid off within a couple of minutes. The influential Turnbull sent Sammon in behind the visitor’s defence. And when his first effort was partially blocked by the ‘keeper, from a tight angle the on loan Hearts’ striker clipped the ball against the outside of the post.

With three minutes of regulation time remaining Gillespie produced an instinctive block to beat away Olly Shaw’s drive to maintain ‘Well’s narrow lead.

Then at the other end Motherwell were denied a second goal. Another bursting run from Turnbull was halted at the edge of the box before Campbell’s snapshot was blocked by Marciano’a legs.

After dictating most of the game, though, one goal was enough to reward Motherwell with a very welcome three points.

Motherwell host Hibernian at Fir Park on Wednesday night, as the Ladbrokes Premiership returns after the winter break.

Here’s what you need to know ahead of the match.

Head to head

The visitors have won three of the last five games between the two sides, although four of the games have been at Easter Road.

The last five matches at Fir Park between the two teams have produced 18 goals

Ticket information

Motherwell fans can get their tickets online right now, or you can pay at the gate

You can print your tickets at home and bring them straight to the gate, or choose to collect at the ticket office.

A pay gate is also available for home fans. Our cheapest ticket for Wednesday’s game is just £20 for adults. Children aged 15 and under can get in to the stadium for just £3 in every stand.

Team news

Chris Cadden, Trevor Carson and Craig Tanner remain out long term. Aaron Taylor-Sinclair is a doubt.

Hibs could throw in new signing Stephane Omeonga from the start.

Watch a live stream

If you’re based outside of the UK/Ireland, you can watch a live stream of the game direct from Fir Park. Kick off is at 7.45pm GMT.

To sign up for our service, just head to tv.motherwellfc.co.uk and choose your package. Subscriptions to see live games start at just £12 a month.

If you’re in the UK or Ireland but can’t make the game, there’s also live audio commentary available on our service. Our domestic subscriptions cost £6 a month and also get you full game replays.

Motherwell host Hibernian on Wednesday night, as they return to Ladbrokes Premiership action after the winter break.

If you’re based outside of the UK/Ireland, you can watch a live stream of the game direct from Fir Park. Kick off is at 7.45pm GMT.

To sign up for our service, just head to tv.motherwellfc.co.uk and choose your package. Subscriptions to see live games start at just £12 a month.

If you’re in the UK or Ireland but can’t make the game, there’s also live audio commentary available on our service. Our domestic subscriptions cost £6 a month and also get you full game replays.

Stephen Robinson wants to see his side bounce back from their Scottish Cup disappointment with a big performance against Hibernian on Wednesday night.

The ‘Well boss admitted his side deserved their critics after the 2-1 defeat on Saturday, but believes his side have what it takes to bounce back.

Speaking ahead of Hibs’ arrival at Fir Park, Robinson said: “After Saturday, we have to take the criticism, be brave and stand up. On Wednesday we must come out fighting.”

Alex Rodriguez Gorrin speaks ahead of Motherwell’s clash with Hibernian in the Ladbrokes Premiership. 

The Spanish midfielder is hoping the Fir Parkers can bounce back from Saturday’s Scottish Cup defeat when the side from the capital arrive in Lanarkshire.

“We have to put Saturday behind us as soon as we can. We have a big game on Wednesday to focus on,” he said.