Gibson looking forward to Windies challenge
Published:Tuesday | February 2, 2010 | 5:19 PM
New West Indies head coach Ottis Gibson says he is looking forward to the challenge awaiting him in developing regional cricket.
The former West Indies fast bowler was appointed to the position yesterday, ending weeks of speculation over his return to the Caribbean to replace Australian John Dyson who was fired last year.
Gibson, who played two Tests and 15 One-Day Internationals, said he is really excited about the new challenge and is very happy to be involved in West Indies cricket again.
Gibson spent the last two years as England’s bowling coach. The 40-year-old quit the position last week ahead of England’s six-week tour of Dubai and Bangladesh.
He will assume duties in time for the start of the Digicel Series between the West Indies and Zimbabwe from February 28 to March 14.
As head coach, Gibson will be responsible for all West Indies teams and will be expected to provide leadership, guidance and direction to all coaches.