An unnamed former county cricket coach has been suspended from the sport for nine months after admitting charges of sexual misconduct. The independent cricket discipline panel issued the sanctions on Wednesday but declined to identify the individual due to “exceptional” health-related circumstances and a “serious risk of harm” if his name were made public.
The man admitted five breaches of professional conduct regulations, specifically sending unsolicited sexual images to two junior female colleagues. On one occasion, he attempted to kiss one of the complainants in a club dressing room. The incidents occurred during the summers of 2023 and 2024.
He was dismissed as a result of his behaviour and has not been employed in cricket since. The ban comprises six months backdated to receipt of the charge letter and three months suspended. He must also complete a mandatory education course.
Chris Haward, managing director of the Cricket Regulator, said: “This kind of conduct is unacceptable. Where such instances are identified they will be investigated and those responsible will be held to account. Removing sexual misconduct from the game is a priority for the Cricket Regulator.”
Haward added: “We recognise that it takes a lot of courage for those impacted to come forward. We are committed to investigating thoroughly and expeditiously when allegations are raised with us, whether current or in the past.”
