Seamer James Hayes has signed a two-year contract to remain at Trent Bridge.<\/p>\n
The 23-year-old, who joined the club following a successful trial in 2021, will remain with Nottinghamshire until at least 2026.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m really pleased to continue on my journey with Notts, and I feel ready to take that next step,\u201d Hayes said.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019ve been in and around the club for a few years now, and it feels like the time for me to make my mark in the game.<\/p>\n
\u201cA few bowlers have obviously left the club this winter – I\u2019ll be sad to see them go with the memories we have made – but it also represents a chance for me to take a bit more responsibility.<\/p>\n
\u201cThat ownership is something I will focus on over the next two years, and hopefully I can continue to put in consistent performances to push my case for first team cricket in all formats.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m grateful to Mick and Pete for the chance to break into the game at Trent Bridge, as well as all the coaches who I have worked closely with to bring my game on.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m excited to see what the next few years have in store.\u201d<\/p>\n
Capable of bowling at high speeds, Hayes took 15 wickets in seven Second XI Championship games last season.<\/p>\n
He has appeared in three List A games for Notts, whilst he took seven wickets in the Second XI T20 in 2024.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis contract is a reward for the work James has put in,\u201d Peter Moores said.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt provides him with the chance to continue his development and ultimately push for first team cricket.<\/p>\n
\u201cHis ability to swing the ball at pace is exciting – they are two crucial skills to have as a bowler in English conditions.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe has the potential to be a real point of difference bowler at first team level; his challenge is to find a consistency which will enable him to secure opportunities.\u201d<\/p>\n