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MEET THE REP Ali Orr A newcomer to professional cricket, 21-year-old Sussex native Ali Orr is one of 11 senior players at the county born this side of the millennium.
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espite his tender years, Orr has taken on the responsibility of sitting on the PCA Players’ Committee, giving voice to his teammates’ views at an executive level. Though it may seem daunting, Orr, who assumed the role in late 2021, has displayed a confidence and willingness to learn during his short time as rep that belies his youthful appearance. “I was asked by the captain to succeed Stuart Meaker as Sussex’s rep as he thought I would be a good fit for the role,” Orr recalls. “So, I decided it was a challenge that I really wanted to take on. It was my first professional season, so I didn’t fully know what the PCA was all about, and what being on the Players’ Committee involved. However, having done a lot of research and attended my first PCA
events, I’m glad I said yes because I’m really keen to make a contribution to the game away from the pitch.” Orr joined the Players’ Committee at the PCA AGM in February 2021, following it up with a visit to Rookie Camp alongside a number of the Sussex squad just under a week later. The experiences illustrated to the young batter just how important it is to ensure his teammates’ views are represented. “Being part of a young Sussex team definitely brings its own challenges. However, it makes it easier to talk to the squad and gather their thoughts, because many of us are at the same stage of our careers. “I’m excited to take on the responsibility at such a young age, and if my career goes well then I’m hoping I can continue for a long time to come.”
For more information on the PCA Players’ Committee, and to find out who represents each professional squad, visit thepca.co.uk/pca-committee
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I’m excited to take on the responsibility at such a young age, and if my career goes well then I’m hoping I can continue for a long time. Ali Orr
