Reading Champions - Will Jefferson

Will Jefferson
Was tipped as a future England batsman after scoring freely since making his Essex debut in 2002 and he was named on the provisional National Academy intake for 2003-4, although not part of the final selection The 6ft 10in opening batsman has played in Australia and South Africa and enjoyed a four-month stay in New Zealand in preparation for the 2005 season. Scored over 800 runs in his first season for Essex, including 165 not out against Nottinghamshire in the final match as the Frizzell County Championship Division Two title was wrapped up.

Find out more about Will at his club website sussexcricket.co.uk

What is it about reading about reading that you find so enjoyable?
It's relaxing and a good way to take your mind off things and onto another world. I have a quest for knowledge and reading is the best way to satisfy you.

Why do you think reading is important?
It educates you and broadens your mind. You get satisfaction from reading a chapter in a book.

What are your top five reads of all time?
1. Famous Five - Enid Blyton
2. The Art of Captaincy - Mike Brearley
3. Angels and Demons- Dan Brown
4. Lions and Falcons - Johnny Wilkinson
5. In Pursuit of Excellence - Terry Orlick
6. It's Not about the Bike - Lance Armstrong

Who is your Reading Champion?
My father is a big reader so seeing his study as a boy was quite inspiring. He wasn't a big reader when he was younger but is now an avid reader of books on cricket and other interests.