JACK Thomas has spoken of his side pride after he was confirmed as Cornwall Cricket Board’s new Senior Women’s Head Coach.

Jack, who has been an integral part of the CCB’s Pathways coaching team for several years, brings a wealth of experience and dedication to this new role.

His extensive work with the Pathways programme has made him a valuable member of the Cornwall Cricket community, whilst his passion for developing players and fostering talent aligns perfectly with the goals of the Senior Women’s team.

“I'm really proud and excited to be given the opportunity,” he said. “This is something I'm very passionate about and with a new structure introduced to the Women's game by the ECB, it's a really exciting time for Women's Cricket in Cornwall.

“Giving the women's game a fresh start with a more formal pathway, creating new opportunities for new and current players to progress their cricket careers to the next level, not only at representative level but filtering down through our CAG and Club communities give us the chance to really influence and drive the Women's and Girl's game in Cornwall forwards. I can't wait to get started!”

Cornwall Cricket Board Managing Director Joe Skinner added: “It is exciting times for women's cricket in Cornwall and the country with the new ECB structure. This provides a great opportunity to level the playing field with the male game.

“Having known Jack now for a couple of years working within the Youth Pathway, we know he is an extremely conscientious coach with a commitment to creating positive relationships that will drive Cornwall Senior Women's cricket forwards.”

Jack succeeds Robin Trethowan, who has delivered exceptional results and laid a solid foundation for the continued growth and success of the Senior Women’s team.

Pathways Manager Chris Hunkin said: “I’m delighted to see Jack coming into this role to support and drive the Cornwall Women's team forward, in what is an extremely positive and exciting time for Women's cricket. He follows the excellent work carried out by Robin Trethowan in recent years. Jack is passionate about coaching and developing players and teams, the strengths he brings to the role will be of great benefit to Cornish Cricket.”