Titans cricket announces new coach

Shaun Custers | August 10, 2009

The Board of Easterns Titans has pleasure in announcing the appointment of Chris van Noordwyk as the new Titans coach with effect from 1 August 2009. Chris is a stalwart of Northerns and Titans cricket and in his most recent role as Titans Cricket Co-ordinator; he was responsible for overseeing the identification and development of talent within the Titans structure.
The Easterns Titans Board is confident that with the strong team and management system currently in place, Chris, Pierre Joubert the captain, and the players will continue the success story that is Titans Cricket. Richard Pybus has also agreed to assist Chris in a hand-over and consultancy role as he settles in to the new position.
Chris van Noordwyk says: “What an honour to be appointed as the head coach of the Titans. It is a long life dream come true. I am so blessed to inherit a fantastic franchise with fantastic players and management”
In a further development, former captain Gerald Dros has been appointed on to the Playing Affairs Committee of the franchise board. Gerald brings a wealth of experience and leadership skills and will no doubt add significant value to the committee.