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Cricket West Indies: CWI Commence recruitment for a new director of cricket

Ansh Gain
11 months ago

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has commenced the recruitment process for a new Director of Cricket, as the role will become vacant at the end of June when Jimmy Adams contract expires. Adams, who played 54 Tests and 127 One-Day Internationals for the West Indies, has been in the role since January 2017.

Johnny Grave, CWI CEO stated :-

“Jimmy has always served West Indies Cricket with passion and distinction. His composed demeanor and professionalism have inspired many positive outcomes over the years. One of his legacies would definitely be the commencement of a coaching revolution in the region. On behalf of the CWI Board, we wish him a favorable future path.”

Cricket West Indies: CWI Commence recruitment for a new director of cricket

Under the leadership of Jimmy Adams as Director of Cricket, CWI has :-

  • Started a Coach Education & Development department that created a new set of CWI coaching courses and accreditations that has seen over 1,000 new certified coaches in the region.
  • Launched the Men’s Academy, based at CCG in Antigua.
  • Started an U19 Regional Women’s Tournament, Women’s ‘A’ Team series and the Women’s Caribbean Premier League.
  • Established a Sports Science & Medicine Department to drive a fitness culture.
  • Implemented a new Selection Policy that included appointing separate Women’s and Youth Selection Panels.
  • Established the High-Performance Coaching Group.

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