Features

Late developer Thomson glad he gave himself time to succeed

by
The Cricket Paper Team
8 March 2019

By Richard Edwards

In with a shout: Alex Thomson enjoys a success with the white ball

THIS time of year can be a tough one for PE teachers and their pupils. Cross country running with mud up to the knees, freezing hands on the rugby, hockey and football pitch, the list of reasons to avoid outside exercise in the winter months is a lengthy one.
Not that Alex Thomson has to worry. Warwickshire’s resident qualified teacher decided to give professional cricket one last shot after graduating from Cardiff University in 2017.
And after signing a new deal this winter, which keeps him at Ed...