It was just one performance in a 12-month period during which he took part in two age-group national championship victories for NSW and secured a regular spot in Penrith’s first-grade side.

“I think it’s just one of those dream years that you have where nothing much went wrong for me. It’s unbelievable,” said the 17-year-old. “Everything one after another just kept coming.”

The incredible run for the opening batsman was bookended by appearances at the U17 and U19 national championships, but the highlight for Jordan was his century on first-grade debut, as he became the youngest ever player to achieve the feat since the competition’s inception in 1893.

The 126-run stay at the crease was all the more remarkable as it was against a Blacktown attack boasting former Australian fast bowler Stuart Clark.

“To play first-grade is just a privilege but to make a hundred and break a long-standing record is the stuff you dream about really, especially when you’re 16.”

While 2009 might be a tough year to beat for the Blaxland High School student, he began the new year with the “surreal” experience of performing 12th man duties for the Australian team on day four of the Sydney Test.

He did not end up fielding for the team but the opportunity to rub shoulders with his idols was an incredible experience.

“Getting a taste of it and seeing how they go about their play, it was very professional. A great experience and one I’ll probably remember forever.”

Jordan was understandably excited when first told he had secured the sportsperson of the year award.

“I couldn’t get the smile off my face for a few hours,” he said. “(I’m) very honoured, very humbled by winning this award . . . It’s just a great feeling for my hard work.”

The ambitious sportsman is already working to make sure his great year is not a one-off. Jordan said his recent achievements are just a stepping stone towards his ultimate goal of playing for Australia one day.