On The Circuit
Porterfield extends contract
Will Porterfield, the Ireland left-hander, has signed a new two-year deal with Gloucestershire.
Andrew McGlashan
25-Feb-2013
Will Porterfield, the Ireland left-hander, has signed a new two-year deal with Gloucestershire.
In 12 Championship matches in 2008 he scored 718 runs at 32.68 with a top score of 93.
..I am really pleased to be offered an extra two years at Gloucestershire." he said. I am looking forward to building on what has been a good first season for me. This is where my future lies and I hope the next two years will be successful for both me and the club.
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Craig White has signed a one-year contract to captain Yorkshire's 2nd XI next season
Andrew McGlashan
25-Feb-2013
Craig White has signed a one-year contract to captain Yorkshire's 2nd XI next season. White first played for the club in 1990, but has drifted out of first-team action recently.
"I enjoyed looking after the 2nds this season tremendously and I think they need a senior figure to learn from, support them and help them along the way," he said. "I am really looking forward to continuing in that role next year."
Full postBen Smith awarded benefit
Worcestershire batsman Ben Smith has been awarded a benefit season in 2009
Andrew McGlashan
25-Feb-2013
Worcestershire batsman Ben Smith has been awarded a benefit season in 2009. He joined from Leicestershire in 2002 and has been a consistent scorer in all forms of the game.
"Once we had received the request from some Members to consider awarding Ben a benefit year, it took no time at all to agree," said chief executive Mark Newton. "Ben is a wonderful professional cricketer who is still at the top of his game. He has just signed for a further two years and we hope our members and supporters will help Ben make a success of the year."
Smith added: "I have had some brilliant times and have thoroughly enjoyed making contributions to the team on and off the field. I now look forward to an exciting year ahead based around The Ashes and the World Twenty20 whilst aiming for more successes with the team and club."
Full postMorris not offered new contract
Richard Morris has not been offered a contract by Hampshire Cricket for the 2009 season.
Martin Williamson
25-Feb-2013
Richard Morris has not been offered a contract by Hampshire Cricket for the 2009 season.
The 20-year-old was born in Newbury, and educated at Loughborough University. He made his debut in 2006.
Full postTen Lancashire players sign deals
Ten Lancashire players have agreed new deals with the club the day after they were relegated in the Pro40.
Andrew McGlashan
25-Feb-2013
Ten Lancashire players have agreed new deals with the club the day after they were relegated in the Pro40.
Those extending their stays include Tom Smith, Kyle Hogg, Gareth Cross and Steven Croft.
Full postLamb and Latouf released
Greg Lamb, the offspinning allrounder, and batsman Kevin Latouf have been released by Hampshire.
Andrew McGlashan
25-Feb-2013
Greg Lamb, the offspinning allrounder, and batsman Kevin Latouf have been released by Hampshire.
Lamb began the season as the main spinner, but struggled to fill the gap left by Shane Warne and Shaun Udal before being dropped in favour of Imran Tahir and Liam Dawson.
Latouf has been on a trial at Warwickshire during the season after failing to find a first-team place.
Full postSaxelby secures Gloucestershire deal
Ian Saxelby, the 19-year-old quick bowler, has signed a three-year deal with Gloucestershire after impressing during a trial.
Andrew McGlashan
25-Feb-2013
Ian Saxelby, the 19-year-old quick bowler, has signed a three-year deal with Gloucestershire after impressing during a trial.
Full postLogan 'disappointed' at release
Richard Logan has said he is 'disappointed' at being released by Northamptonshire with immediate effect.
Andrew McGlashan
25-Feb-2013
Richard Logan has said he is 'disappointed' at being released by Northamptonshire with immediate effect.
Logan has spent two seasons at Northamptonshire during his second stint with the club and found it difficult to maintain a regular place in the side.
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