PCB begin search for new women's team coach after David Hemp indicates he will not seek new contract

Aug 24, 2022

PCB begin search for new women's team coach after David Hemp indicates he will not seek new contract Image

David Hemp, their Bermudan trainer, has suggested he won't seek a new contract, thus the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will start looking for a replacement. 

Hemp, 51, who has played the majority of his cricket in England, has been in charge of Pakistan's women's squad for almost two years, and when his contract expires in October, he is expected to leave his sub-continental position. 

Hemp stated that he desires to spend more time with his loved ones. Hemp was cited as stating, "I have enjoyed working with the women cricketers and living in Pakistan, but it has also been difficult on me and my young family as I have not been able to spend enough time with them like any other father."

"I have communicated this painful choice to the Pakistan Cricket Board after meeting with my family, and they have very generously appreciated my position and accepted my decision. Working with the girls has been incredibly pleasurable and satisfying. 

"I am satisfied that I provided my very best and the girls equally responded," he continued. "Although results in the international arena may not properly reflect the hard work and effort that went into the planning and preparations, I am satisfied that I offered my very best.

Earlier this year, Hemp was Pakistan's captain during the ICC Women's 50-over World Cup in New Zealand, when his team won a thrilling eight-wicket match against the West Indies in Hamilton. During his reign, a number of young players, such as Fatima Sana, significantly improved. 

Hemp continued, "I was especially pleased with the emergence of Fatima Sana, who won the ICC Emerging Cricketer of the Year 2021 award, made history by becoming the first Pakistani woman to win the ICC Cricketer of the Month award, and showcased her excellent talent in the recently concluded Commonwealth Games.

"I am hopeful that more young women cricket players from domestic leagues and talent-hunting initiatives will join the Pakistani squad and help it accomplish its goals in the future. 

"I would want to express my gratitude to everyone at the Pakistan Cricket Board, the women's wing, and the entire team who not only helped me out but also made my stay enjoyable and comfortable. I will continue to be an avid supporter of Pakistani women's cricket, eagerly watch their progress, and have faith that they will achieve more success in the future, he added.