Craig White Appointed First Team Coach

Hampshire Cricket are delighted to announce Craig White has been appointed First Team Coach.

White, who had previously held the position of Assistant Coach and Bowling Specialist after joining the Hampshire coaching staff in 2012, took on the head coaching responsibilities in July this year following the departure of Dale Benkenstein.

White is hugely experienced at both domestic and International level, having made more than 600 domestic appearances for Yorkshire, whilst also representing England in 30 Test Matches and 51 ODIs.

Known for his ability as a middle-order batsman and zippy paceman, he amassed more than 20,000 runs at an average of 24.84 across an 18-year career and claimed 856 wickets at an average of just 29.53.

The all-rounder was also appointed captain of Yorkshire in 2004, helping lead his side to promotion from to Division One of the County Championship competition the following year.

Following the announcement of his retirement in 2008, White spent time away from the game before joining the Hampshire coaching staff in 2012.