Jack Carson receives County Cap

Jack Carson Becomes 160th Sussex Player to Receive County Cap

Sussex offspinning allrounder Jack Carson became the 160th Sussex Men's Player to receive his County Cap yesterday ahead of the final day of the County Championship match between Sussex and Leicestershire.

Another success story of the Sussex Academy Pathway, Carson made his First-Class debut for Sussex in 2020 and has gone on to make 56 appearances for the Club across all formats of the game.

In 44 First-Class matches, Jack has taken 120 wickets at an average of 36.45 and an economy of 3.43. He has also accumulated 1303 runs. including nine half-centuries, with a high score of 87.

His ability with both bat and ball have made him a mainstay in the Sussex team and has played a key role in Sussex's promotion bid this season. 

Carson was presented his cap in front of his teammates and parents by Sussex legend Tony Cottey, a mentor and key figure in Jack's progression from the Pathway to the First Team. 

Congratulations, Jack! #GOSBTS