QUEENSLAND CALLS UP TEEN
Hornet adds sting to U19 side
CRICKET: Lachie Prince is no stranger to the Queensland set-up.
The talented Toowoomba 18-year-old, who plays his cricket for Ipswich/Logan Hornets, has just been named in his third straight state under-19 side.
However, despite enjoying a good run of form in his first
‘‘ I LIKE TO TRY AND KEEP THE RUNS TICKING OVER AND PUT PRESSURE ON THE BOWLERS.
LACHIE PRINCE
season of A-grade with the Hornets, Prince admits he still gets a little nervous during the selection process.
“Until they name the side you’re always a little bit nervous,” Prince said.
“You wonder if you’ve done enough.
“Playing in the top side for Hornets has been great though – just being able to learn from some of the older players has been a good experience for me.
“I’ve been playing fairly well too. I scored 70-odd in one of my games which I was happy with.”
Heading to the national championships in December, Prince will be hoping to maintain his good form.
“I’m pretty aggressive at the crease,” Prince said.
“I like to try and keep the runs ticking over and put pressure on the bowlers.
“When you’re batting in the middle (order) you have to be pretty adaptable though.
“You’ve got to look at the situation you’re in, back yourself and play accordingly.
“I’m looking forward to the championships.
“They’re a similar level to the Brisbane competition we (the Hornets) are in so it will be good.
“In my time with Queensland we’ve always been among the top sides – we’ll be looking to achieve a similar result this time as well.”