When Cricket Scotland unveiled their under-19 squad yesterday for the World Cup in Australia later this summer, the inclusion of Ayr's talented paceman, Scott McElnea, demonstrated the range of talent which exists across Scotland at youth level and inspires confidence that the new generation can be competitive in their meetings with Pakistan, New Zealand and Afghanistan.
When Cricket Scotland unveiled their under-19 squad yesterday for the World Cup in Australia later this summer, the inclusion of Ayr's talented paceman, Scott McElnea, demonstrated the range of talent which exists across Scotland at youth level and inspires confidence that the new generation can be competitive in their meetings with Pakistan, New Zealand and Afghanistan.
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McElnea dodged the rain showers to enhance his reputation in the Scottish Regional Series and is keen to broaden his horizons. "I live just a few minutes away from [Ayr's ground] Cambusdoon and I've been involved in cricket since I was eight, but obviously it will be a massive privilege to be involved in the World Cup," said McElnea, who has impressed the likes of Craig Wright, the former Scotland captain, with his desire and appetite for learning.
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