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From Cricket to Hockey: Gareth A Davies Interviews Ashley Jackson, England's Young Hockey Star

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Jul 12, 2010 — 1 min read

As a cricket and hockey enthusiast, Ashley Jackson, the England hockey midfielder, was faced with a difficult decision at a young age - whether to pursue his passion for cricket or hockey. In an exclusive interview with Gareth A Davies, Jackson shares his journey, from his school days at Rose Hill Prep School and Sutton Valence School, to becoming the International Hockey Federation's Young Player of the Year. Through his experiences, Jackson emphasizes the importance of hard work and dedication, not only in sports but also in academics.

Key Takeaways:

Ashley Jackson attended Rose Hill Prep School and Sutton Valence School, where sports played a significant role in his school life.
Jackson played multiple sports, including cricket and hockey, and was selected for the England Under-21 hockey team at the age of 18.
He went on to join the senior England hockey squad and played professionally in Holland with HGC in The Hague.
Jackson's parents were instrumental in supporting his sporting career, traveling the world to watch him play.
He cites Brian Lara as his cricketing inspiration and emphasizes the importance of mastering new skills through hard work.
Jackson advises schoolchildren to work hard in the classroom and enjoy as many sports as possible.
He attributes his success to the growth of English hockey, particularly the team's European title win last summer.

Statistics:

Jackson played county cricket for Kent through the age-groups.
He was selected for the England Under-21 hockey team at the age of 18.
Jackson became the International Hockey Federation Young Player of the Year, the first British player to receive the accolade.
The England hockey team won the European title last summer.
The team will play a four-nation tournament against Japan, Germany, and New Zealand at Highfields Sports Club, Nottingham.

Sources:

Gareth A Davies reference to Ashley Jackson
Interview: Gareth A Davies Ashley Jackson, unnamed source

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