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  Leigh young cricketer claims County prize

Greg Faulkner came away with a County trophy at the annual Staffordshire cricket presentation evening held at the Bescot Stadium, Walsall last Saturday.The thirteen year who plays cricket for Leigh, Checkley, and Staffordshire attends Thomas Alleynes High School in Uttoxeter.The award was a complete surprise to Greg who has just completed his first season with Staffordshire taking 12 wickets with his off spin bowling. When asked about his success ‘For the county I have only bowled and fielded if given the opportunity I intend to show what I can do with the Bat next season’The award received was for Team Player of the season and was presented by Derbyshire first team player Gregory Smith.In the presentation speech Greg was described as a young cricketer that had moved up from club to county level with ease contributing with solid performances in all matches he has become a firm favorite amongst his team mates and conducted himself impeccably both on and off the field.