Maldon's big-hitter Ian Elliott has rejected the chance to play for Suffolk so he can turn out for his home town club.
The 30-year-old from Maldon who has racked up an impressive 418 runs in four outings in the East Anglian Premier League snubbed Suffolk's offer, prefering to play alongside his friends at Drapers Farm.
Loyal - cricketer Ian Elliott has snubbed Suffolk to continue playing for Maldon Picture: ROB SAMBROOK
Despite admitting this year is the best he has had, he felt that Suffolk, who play in the Minor Counties Eastern Division, could have selected him ten years ago rather than now.
"I'm too old. I'm 30 and I'd much rather play for Maldon," said Elliott.
Suffolk director of cricket Kevin Brooks told the Evening Gazette: "We always keep an eye out for players who are performing well and Elliott has been in reasonable form so we asked about his availability.
"It's his own decision. He is not prepared to play for us, but you can only ask the question."
Elliott started his cricket in Maldon playing for the under-11 side and worked his way up.
Published Wednesday, June 4, 2003
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article