Tom Smith, second-team coach of Yorkshire County Cricket Club, has been looking back on the 2025 summer, noting "really good performances" despite "up and down" results.
Five players have advanced their games, earning maiden professional contracts ahead of 2026. Will Bennison and Matthew Firbank made first-team debuts in the Metro Bank One-Day Cup and received England Under 19s call-ups.
"It's massive for those lads,"
said Tom Smith, former England Lions all-rounder. Author's summary: Tom Smith reviews the summer season.