Sussex teenager James Coles signs first contract

Sussex Cricket have announced that James Coles has signed a professional contract with the club.

During his debut against Surrey in the Bob Willis Trophy last summer, the 17-year-old all-rounder took three wickets in the match and scored 21 runs.

James said, “I was over the moon when Keith [Greenfield, Sussex Cricket’s performance director] told me I was being offered a deal as it’s always been my dream to sign a cricket contract from such a young age.

“For it to finally happen, I couldn’t be more grateful. Now, I just hope to have a couple good seasons and become a consistent first team player.”

Congratulations, James Coles! 🤝

The 17-year-old, who became Sussex’s youngest first-class player last summer, has signed a contract with the club:

— Sussex Cricket (@SussexCCC) May 11, 2021