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Black Caps coach Bracewell to quit in 2009

09/05/2008

New Zealand cricket coach John Bracewell has announced his intention to step down when his contract expires in April next year.

Bracewell has been in the post since the autumn of 2003, leading the team to semi-final appearances at both the 2007 World Cup and the 2007 Twenty20 World Championships.

However, he has revealed he will not be seeking reappointment to the position as he is hoping to carve out a career in club coaching instead.

"John has informed me that he will not be looking to extend his contract for another term and will instead pursue other coaching opportunities in cricket," said New Zealand Cricket chief executive Justin Vaughan.

"We will now begin a process to recruit a new Black Caps coach and will soon begin a search for suitable coaches throughout the game internationally.

"John has taken the Black Caps a long way in his time with the team and has driven some tremendous results, most notably in the one-day game.

"We will be looking for someone who can build on John's work and take the team forward.

"We currently have an extremely talented group of players with some really exciting individuals entering the international game. I believe they have the makings of a very successful team, and the coach will be selected to realise this potential."

Bracewell himself added: "I have enjoyed my time with the Black Caps and am now looking forward to future challenges at the conclusion of my contract next year."