Stead scored the second goal in the 2-1 success at Shawe View in which all three started the game.

Samson (pictured) is a former Fleetwood Town scholar who joins Kendal from Hallmark Security League First Division North side Pilkington.

He has previously played for Clitheroe, Skelmersdale United and Runcorn Town.

Stead started his career with Championship side Preston North End before being released at the end of the 2018/19 season.

He signed for Vanarama National League side Chorley in the summer of 2019 but moved to Clitheroe in November 2019 in search of more regular football.

Stead spent time on loan with Kendal in 2018/19, playing a key part during the second half of the season.

Kerr is a first-year professional with SkyBet League Two side Carlisle United and has joined the Mintcakes on loan until the end of the season.

Kerr, 19, is mobile striker who trained and travelled with the first team towards the end of last season having demonstrated an eye for a goal and an excellent attitude during reserve and local cup fixtures.

The Carlisle born forward joined the club’s academy at under-14 level before progressing through the ranks.