Andy Hurry Appointed Head of the England Development Programme

Somerset CCC are delighted to announce that Andy Hurry, Director of High Performance, has been chosen as Head of the England Development Programme and departs from the Club at the end of October.

Chief Executive Guy Lavender said: “Andy Hurry has made an immense contribution to the Club over 13 years and his commitment and passion for the Club are unparalleled in my view.

“I am extremely sorry to see him depart but delighted that his skills and attributes have been recognised by Team England. He will be sorely missed by all of the staff at the Club and he departs with our very best wishes for the future.”

Andy Hurry said: “ I am departing with a very heavy heart having enjoyed the most incredible journey at Somerset since arriving in 2001.  I am very proud of the small part I have played in building this magnificent Club and it has been an immense privilege to lead and coach an amazing group of players over many years." 

“I am incredibly grateful for the help and support of the Club, Coaches and Members and I wish Somerset the very best for the future. Whilst it is difficult to leave, I am hugely excited by this new appointment and the opportunity to help build the next generation of England players.”  

ECB’s Managing Director – England Cricket Paul Downton said: “We believe Andy’s in-depth understanding of what it takes to succeed in the professional game and his ability to bring the very best out of teams and players will be a huge asset to the EDP."

“This is a new position which reflects the importance we place on developing talent and our desire to fully integrate the work of County Academies with the existing programmes for age-group cricketers in place at the NCPC."