Sussex hand trio new contracts

Sussex have tied three of their academy graduates down to new contracts for the 2015 season.

Bowler Will Beer has been joined by all-rounder Steffan Piolet and wicketkeeper Callum Jackson in being handed fresh terms at the County Ground.

Speaking to the club's official website, 26-year-old Beer said: "I'm delighted to have signed a one-year extension to my contract. Sussex is the club I have played for since I was 10 years old. I love playing for this club and everything it stands for."

Meanwhile, Piolet added: "It was great to get some County Championship action last year, which was the reason I signed. Going forward, the squad is looking very strong and I'm convinced we've a huge chance of getting silverware in 2015."

Jackson, who featured regularly for Sussex's second XI last season, ios quoted as saying: "I'm proud to continue as a Sussex player and to be part of the squad, which looks very exciting for the 2015 season."

News of the trio extending their contracts has come just a matter of days after Luke Wright and Luke Wells also signed new deals with the club.