Coventry captain Scott Nicholls has agreed terms to remain with the Bees next season.
The seven-time British champion enjoyed a consistent campaign in 2012, despite being hampered by a mid-season lay-off with a broken collarbone.
"I'm absolutely delighted to have Scott back with us," said Coventry promoter Mick Horton.
"He's the best captain in the Elite League and it's good to have him in that position."
Nicholls is one of four confirmed Bees starters in 2013, along with Aaron Summers, Adam Roynon and Michal Szczepaniak.
Coventry will also be competing in the National League next year and have made their first two signings for racing in the third tier.
Promising teenager Oliver Greenwood has been signed from Scunthorpe, along with former Bees mascot Richard Franklin.
Franklin, 20, who has been racing at National League level since the age of 15 and spent two seasons at Dudley, joins his home-town club.
Co-boss Blayne Scroggins said: "Richard was keen to come to Coventry being a local lad, and we're really pleased to sign him.
"With Oliver Greenwood already signed up as well it's a good start to our planning."
Posted: Wed Nov 28, 2012 4:10 pm