Joel Pope
Date of Birth:
23rd October 1988
Birthplace:
Ashford
Height:
5ft 7inch
Nickname:
Popey, Micky Pearce
Cricketing role:
Wicket-keeper / batsman
Year joined YCs:
2007
Representative cricket:
South England U14 & U15, Middlesex U19, Academy & 2nd XI
Best batting:
106 vs Hampshire U19
Best bowling
Cricketers admired:
Jack Russell, Alec Stewart, Ben Scott, Ricky Ponting
Interests outside cricket:
Football, golf, boxing, drawing,socialising.
2007 Highlights
Joel's efforts with the bat and gloves didn't go unnoticed. Following a successful season he signed a professional contract with Leicestershire.