Essex Cricket is pleased to announce that young seamer, Mackenzie Jones, has signed a rookie contract with the Club.
The 20-year-old has been part of the Club’s Pathway from a young age, starting with the U12s in 2017. He was later brought onto the Elite Players Programme in 2019 and officially joined the academy in 2023 – the same year he took figures of 3/45 for the Second XI against Middlesex.
Jones represented Scotland in the U19s World Cup last year, the same tournament in which Charlie Allison, Luc Benkenstein and Noah Thain represented England.
He began playing club cricket for Maldon Cricket Club, but most recently has been applying his craft for Essex Premier League side Colchester & East Essex Cricket Club. During his studies at Loughborough University, Jones played for the University Centre of Cricket Excellence (UCCE) after a successful trial.
On signing the contract, Jones said: “I’m extremely excited to sign this rookie summer contract with Essex.
“After progressing through the age groups, to the academy and eventually the Second XI, I’m really looking forward to this season and will take every opportunity when I’m called upon.
“This is a really special moment for me and my family.”
Jones will wear the number 59 shirt and we all wish Mac the best for the season!
Drop him a follow on Instagram: @macjones._
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