Ex-West Indies batter Robert Samuels has been appointed interim head coach of the West Indies women’s side for their upcoming limited-overs series against Ireland at home.
CWI High Performance Manager Graeme West said of Samuels’ appointment –
“Robert brings continuity and stability to get the team through this period. He has great knowledge of the players and the women’s game in general – and strong knowledge of the support staff – so it’s almost a seamless transition with Robert coming in as Interim Head Coach.”
Robert played six Tests and eight ODIs for West Indies in 1996 and 1997, and played 106 first-class and 77 List A games. He had been assistant coach to Courtney Walsh until April, when Cricket West Indies (CWI) had decided not to renew their contracts as well as that of the other assistant coach Corey Collymore.
Graeme West further said –
“He has his own ideas, and is trying to implement them now as Interim Head Coach as opposed to assistant coach. He has made a good impact and start over the last few days, and I’m sure it will continue throughout the series.”
