Gloucestershire's Academy selection has been announced today, and Cheltenham's three representatives are all set to kick off this winter's programme on Sunday, with a trip to the County Ground in Bristol.

Not that they will be looking forward to loosening a bowling arm, hitting a few balls or catching a few easy balls....Stanley and the two Max's will be faced with a few strength and conditioning tests just to ensure their short break from this season's performances haven't dampened down their fitness levels.

Go well, gentlemen of Cheltenham!