Cricketer Hand Picked To Train With World Class Players In Dubai

Sunday, 13 February 2011 00:00

A local cricket player has been hand picked to go and receive training in Dubai.

Max Stokoe will be heading out there today for a trip of a lifetime.

He's just one of 12 men selected from Europe for the prestigious ICC European Cricket Academy.

The Cronkbourne player will days of expert tuition from the likes of former Australian wicket keeper Rodney Marsh.

Some of the others are already playing world cup cricket.

The 20 year old said he's proud to be picked and hopes to improve his career further.

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