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Former Test opener Jaques appointed NSW coach
SYDNEY, May 29, 2018 (BSS/AFP) – Former Australian Test opener Phil Jaques
was appointed New South Wales cricket coach Tuesday after Trent Johnston was
sacked following a disappointing 2017-18 season.
Jaques, 39, scored three centuries in 11 Tests before a debilitating back
injury ended his international career.
He also played 76 Sheffield Shield matches for NSW and 200 first-class
games in total including English county cricket stints with Northamptonshire,
Worcestershire and Yorkshire.
Nicknamed Pro for his meticulous preparation and attention to detail, he
is excited about the prospects of a talented young squad.
“Patience is required as young players develop but this is an exciting
time at Cricket NSW as we look to enhance the culture of improvement and
learning and continue to be the leading provider of talent for Australian
cricket,” he said.
Jaques was previously an assistant NSW coach and last season worked with
Queensland, helping them win the Sheffield Shield.
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