Steve Liburd Appointed as Head Coach of Leeward Islands Hurricanes

Appointment Announcement

ST JOHN’S, Antigua, CMC – Steve Liburd has been appointed as head coach of the Leeward Islands Hurricanes.

Background and Experience

On Saturday, the Leeward Islands Cricket Board (LICB) announced that Liburd, the former Leeward Islands batsman, would serve in the role for the next two years.

The LICB said that Liburd’s appointment would “bring a wealth of experience and leadership” to the team.

Coaching Career

Liburd has served in several coaching capacities, including head coach of the West Indies’ Under-19 women’s team and the Guyana Amazon Warriors Women’s team in the Caribbean Premier League.

Statement from the LICB

“Having represented the Leeward Islands with distinction during his playing career, Liburd’s deep understanding of the game and his dedication to the development of cricket in the region make him an ideal choice for this role,” the statement read.

“Besides playing, Liburd has extensive coaching experience at various levels, including youth and senior teams at Cricket West Indies. His ability to nurture young talent and his strategic approach to coaching have earned him recognition and respect within the cricketing community.”

Enoch Lewis’ Statement

Enoch Lewis, president of the LICB, said he was looking forward to Liburd’s taking up his new role.

“We are delighted to welcome Steve Liburd back to the Leeward Islands Hurricanes, this time in the head coach capacity.

“Steve’s passion for the game, combined with his experience and leadership skills, will be invaluable as we build a winning team culture and develop the next generation of cricket talent in the Leeward Islands,” Lewis said.

Liburd’s Response

Meanwhile, Liburd expressed his enthusiasm for the new position, stating, “It is an honor to return to the Leeward Islands Hurricanes as head coach. I am excited to work with the players and staff to achieve our collective goals and take the team to new heights.”

Conclusion

The Leeward Islands Cricket Board is committed to building a strong and competitive team that can achieve success at the regional and international level. With Liburd at the helm, the team is poised for success.

FAQs

* Q: How long will Steve Liburd serve as head coach of the Leeward Islands Hurricanes?
A: Liburd will serve as head coach for the next two years.
* Q: What is Liburd’s coaching experience?
A: Liburd has coaching experience at various levels, including head coach of the West Indies’ Under-19 women’s team and the Guyana Amazon Warriors Women’s team in the Caribbean Premier League.
* Q: What are the goals of the Leeward Islands Cricket Board?
A: The LICB aims to build a strong and competitive team that can achieve success at the regional and international level.