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Academy fast bowler Jake Lilley talks to Chloe Glass.

This is the first time that one of my columns has been written by someone else, but like most of us I suffer from the occasional domestic crisis. Rather than cancel my interview with Jake Lilley at short notice I was able to persuade young Hampshire member Chloe Glass, at The Rose Bowl on work experience, to step into the breach.

Chloe: So how has the season been for you?

Jake: It’s gone quite well. Being out injured half way through the season was disappointing but when I returned I managed to take wickets regularly. I also participated in a few friendly games and two Championship games for the Seconds. It was a great experience as I was able to play with good players.

Chloe: How was playing in the South West Under 17s?

Jake: I played up at Loughborough and we won the Festival. As the tournament went on it got better for me. No wickets were taken in the first game, I got one in the second game and four in the final. It was a good all round week. It was very fun and a good experience, although I didn’t get to bat much.

Chloe: How does playing alongside and watching players such as James Vince and Danny Briggs affect your development and goals?

Jake: Vince and Briggs are good examples to follow. They show that you can make it into the Firsts with hard work in the Academy. Dawson is a fine example as well. It’s been good to play with them as they have learnt more playing at a higher level.

Chloe: What are your winter plans?

Jake: The main concern this winter is fitness. There are seven weeks off before Christmas when I will concentrate mainly on fitness. After Christmas batting takes the priority but there will be plenty of time to practise my bowling techniques in the nets.

Chloe: What are your objectives for next season?

Jake: Next season hopefully I will be able to play more Seconds games and have a senior role in the Academy. Mainly I look to take more wickets and stay injury free.

Interview by Chloe Glass; written up by Steven Woodgate; minimal input from Jane Cable.
 

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