KINGSTON, Jamaica (CMC)

Opener Horace Miller, one of five players drafted by Jamaica's franchise, says he will use the opportunity to enhance his game in the upcoming West Indies Cricket Board Four-day Tournament, which commences next month.

The 24-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman was selected as Jamaica's third overall pick in the draft behind batsmen, André McCarthy and Shacaya Thomas.

West Indies Under-19 batsman Brandon King and fast bowler Brian Buchanan were also drafted.

"I would not say that I was surprised that I made the draft, as though I did not make many big scores last season, I got starts. It's just for me now to build on these starts," said Miller.

"It feels good to know that I have been drafted, as I am now in a position to earn an income on a steady level, while at the same time getting the opportunity to further improve my game."

An outstanding player for the West Indies and Jamaica Under-19, Miller has not been able to make the transition to the senior level.

He averages 16.26 from nine first-class showings and 18.71 from seven regional one-day encounters.

"I have been working hard on trying to improve on making better use of my starts, both in the Senior Cup and 50-overs tournaments," he said.

"If you look at my performances over the years, you could see that that is the problem. I want this to improve, so that if the opportunity presents itself again to play at the first-class level, I will be able to keep my spot in the team."