Dougie Brown appointed head coach of Emirates Cricket team

Sport360 staff 16:56 28/05/2017
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  • Dougie Brown will lead the Emirates Cricket team as the newly appointed head coach with high hopes for the future of Emirati cricket.

    Waleed Bukhatir, Emirates Cricket Board Member and Chief Selector said, “After a very extensive process, the Board are very pleased to confirm that Dougie has been selected as Emirates Cricket’s Head Coach.

    “Dougie’s influence with and impact on the players has been evident through their recent form and commitment, and we look forward to watching them continue this upward curve under his guidance.”

    “It is a huge honour to be appointed head coach of the UAE Cricket National Team and I really look forward to the exciting challenges that lie ahead as we look to build on the recent success the team has achieved.” stated Brown.

    “We have had an outstanding 3 months and I continue to be impressed with both individual and team performances. I relish the opportunity to further develop the team culture and reinforce our style of play.”

    Brown’s appointment commences Thursday, June 1 where his first official task will be to prepare the players for their upcoming ODIs against Netherlands in mid-July.

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