Short-term deal for Maddie
Somerset County Cricket Club have signed Maddie Russell on a short-term contract.
The left-arm seamer, who hails from Sidmouth, goes straight into the Somerset squad for this week’s Metro Bank One Day Cup match against Hampshire at Utilita Bowl.
The 15-year-old is a product of the Devon Pathway and joined the Somerset Women’s Academy in 2025.
The King’s College student, who plays for Exeter CC, made her debut for Devon in 2025.
After putting pen to paper, Maddie said: “It means the world to me. The last season in the Academy taught me so much as a cricketer and the whole team have been brilliant throughout the winter and now, I’m looking forward to adding as much as I can to the team for the Summer ahead.
“It feels a bit unreal at the minute, and it may take a little while to sink in, but I’ll make the most of every moment I get. Time in the environment with the team is invaluable and I’ll be learning and taking away everything I can. Of course I’ll be hoping to take a few wickets along the way!”
Regarding Maddie’s elevation to the First Team squad, Somerset Head Coach, Erin Osborne said: “It’ll be a great experience for her to get around this group. She has earned this opportunity as a consequence of her hard work on the Academy.”
