Graham Gooch explains to ECBtv why he has decided to financially back the Essex Academy for the next three years - to help bring through the next generation of cricketers for the county

Current Academy prospect Tom Westley tells ECBtv how good the set-up is, allowing him and his fellow players to work hard and progress through the system

And Academy director John Childs says Gooch's support will be invaluable in enhancing the prospects of his young charges