Pocket profile - Nell Bryson-Smith - Sydney Cricket Club
Sydney Cricket Club | November 22, 2024
Nell Bryson-Smith is a great first grade cricketer whose tight spells of left-arm orthodox have won many a big game, and who has been rewarded with WBBL squad stints with Hobart Hurricanes and Adelaide Strikers.
What year were you born?
2002
Tell us about your cricket journey.
I started cricket with Summer Hill Cricket Clubs milo cricket and then moved through their under age teams, the representative set up at the time and the CNSW pathway. I’ve been playing at Sydney Cricket Club since 2015 and through my progression earned 2 big bash contracts and am now training as a part of the Metros development squad
If you can share with our readers how you would describe yourself as a cricketer?
Bowler
What do you enjoy most about playing cricket?
I enjoy joining playing with friends and the strategic challenges we face every game
What’s been your most memorable moment in cricket so far?
Getting to go on tour with the SCG XI and getting to experience the culture of India whilst playing some high-class cricket
Who’s your favourite all-time cricketer?
I don’t actually have one
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Who is the fastest bowler you’ve played against?
Darcy Brown
Who is the best spinner you’ve played against?
Amanda-Jade Wellington
Who played the best innings you’ve seen firsthand playing with or against?
When I was with the strikers Amanda-Jade Wellington took 5/8
Who is the best wicket keeper you’ve had the good fortune to play with?
Alyssa Healy
Is there a young player in your club you’d like to nominate as a player to watch?
Emily Powell
Who are the two players you’ve come to admire most in your club in terms of skills and competitive spirit?
Gizelle Plummer and Alex Tims
Which singer/band would you like to see perform live?
Charles Wesley Godwin
Who’s considered the biggest pest at your club?
I would have to say myself and Alex Tims especially when together
Favourite location, city or country as a holiday destination?
Greece or Italy
Who’s been the biggest influence on your career so far?
Greg Healy
Where do you find inspiration that gets you through challenging times?
Talking to senior leaders like Darien Dubb-Lynch or Gizelle Plummer always helps me get level headed and rational about whatever is going on
What do you like to do to relax outside cricket?
Go to the beach or pub with my friends
Do you have a favourite quote?
‘Hit the helmet’ – by Alex Tims
