Jersey Teen Cricketer Signs First Class Club

Friday, 20 October 2023 17:33

Asa Tribe has signed to a First Class County Club after a successful season with the 2nd XI.

The 19-year-old Jersey cricketer has been given a two-year rookie contract with Glamorgan County Cricket Club.

It is his first professional signing after a successful spell playing for the second team.

Jersey Head Coach Neil MacRae says Asa has worked hard on his batting and fitness to get to this level.

"[He] deserves the opportunity to continue his development with a 2-year professional contract with Glamorgan CCC."

The teen cricketer will play with the top-flight Welsh club for the 2024 and 2025 seasons.

He says it is a great opportunity.

"I am now looking forward to pushing on to the next level."

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