MARK O'HARA has signed a two-year extension deal with Kilmarnock.

O'Hara, who made his debut in 2012 at the age of 16, and who plays in midfield or defence, started 14 times for the Rugby Park club this season, coming off the bench on four more occasions.

The 19-year-old told the club's official website: "I am delighted to have signed on again. My goal for 2015/16 is to firmly establish myself in the first team with the hope of helping the club achieve a top-six spot."

Manager Gary Locke said: "I am really pleased to be keeping our best young talent at the club, it was a coup for us to keep him.

"He is only 19 and has a big future ahead of him. I'm sure he will kick on and do very well next season."