Hazlewood remembers Albert Cotter
22-Apr-2013
At the Glebe War memorial service, NSW fast bowler Josh Hazlewood reminisced about fellow NSW bowler Albert Cotter, arguably the fastest bowler of his generation, and the dedication he showed his country during the time of World War I and conscription. His first-class career was cut short as a direct result, and he became the only Australian cricketer fatality throughout the duration of the war. Sydney Morning Herald's Daniel Lane explores the lore that surrounds the legend of Cotter.
During his career, which included 21 Tests from 1904-12 and 89 wickets at an average of 28.64, Cotter was considered the nation's most popular cricketer behind Victor Trumper. He had a reputation for splitting stumps, his slinging action allied with his penchant for bowling short created controversy in England, where the press christened him ''Terror'' Cotter.