Atkinson who was awarded a scholarship in June 2017 and earned his professional contract in October 2017, is one of the most consistent performers in the 2nd XI and has represented the Club since U12 level.
The right-arm seamer made 20 appearances across all formats the summer of 2018 before injury ensured he spent much of the 2019 season playing just as a batsman.
2020 was something of a breakthrough season, playing two Bob Willis Trophy matches and nine Vitality Blast fixtures.