Pals key for Dorset spin star Leach (From Thisisdorset)

Pals key for Dorset spin star Leach

7:00am Friday 23rd July 2010 in Sport By Phil Chard

DORSET new boy Jack Leach has revealed his friendship with Somerset colleagues Max Waller and Chris Jones was a key factor in him joining the Dean Park outfit.

Leach, who plundered 13 wickets on his Dorset debut during their three-wicket win over Herefordshire this week, said: “I’m good friends with Max and Chris.

“They’ve both played for Dorset and recommended the players as a good bunch of lads.

“I tried to play for them last year. I took six wickets for Somerset 2nds against Dorset in a one-day friendly and was asked after that.

“But I had a couple of matches for Somerset 2nds and this week’s Herefordshire game was the first time I had the opportunity because I also play for Cardiff (UCC).

“I enjoyed the game and the Dorset boys are a great bunch of lads. They made me feel really welcome.

“Now I hope to be able to play against Cornwall early next month because I don’t think there is a Somerset game then.

“I’m looking forward to it and getting another good win because we’re in contention for the Minor Counties Championship.”