Sammy appointed head coach of West Indies
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8 Dec 24
Cricket West Indies (CWI) Friday announced the appointment of head coaches for their national men's senior team in white-ball and red-ball formats.
Two-time T20 World Cup-winning captain of the West Indies Darren Sammy, has been appointed the head coach of the white-ball format team.
Whereas, former wicketkeeper batter Andre Coley will take charge as the head coach of red-ball format team.
"It will be a challenge but one that I'm ready for and excited about," Sammy said on his appointment. "I'm really looking forward to the opportunity, especially looking at the players we have and the impact that I believe I can have in the dressing room. I believe I will bring the same approach as I had as a player: the passion, the desire for success, and my undying love for West Indies cricket."
"When I look around there is an abundance of talent, and what I saw in South Africa in the white-ball matches under new captains Shai Hope and Rovman Powell and the leadership provided by Andre Coley, there is great belief that we can do well. I'm looking forward to imparting my knowledge, my tactical acumen, my communication skills and my man-management skills. I get excited about putting the plans together and seeing the players execute them," Sammy added.
Sammy has captained West Indies in all three formats, leading the side to the ICC T20 World Cup titles in 2012 and 2016. Since retirement, he has coached in T20 leagues across the globe.
