Haynes to overhaul Jamaica Scorpions' training methods in third stint as coach
Key Points(5)
- “One of the key things we need to change is how we practise.
- The days of batting for 15-20 minutes in the nets are over.
- We need more game-sense scenarios, and I’ll be focusing on players providing feedback.
- Haynes believes Corke's experience with younger players will be instrumental in developing Jamaica's cricketing talent.
- Donavon Bennett said he is confident in Haynes’ leadership and the new coaching structure.
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Former Jamaica and West Indies leg-spinner Robert Haynes expressed his enthusiasm about returning as head coach of the Jamaica Scorpions for the third time, vowing to overhaul the team’s culture and implement modern training practices.
“I’m excited to be back at the helm and eager to bring new energy to the team,” Haynes said at a press conference held at Sabina Park on Wednesday. “One of the key things we need to change is how we practise. The days of batting for 15-20 minutes in the nets are over. We need more game-sense scenarios, and I’ll be focusing on players providing feedback. This will be essential for how we move forward.”
Haynes, who began his duties on Tuesday, previously led the Jamaica cricket team to the 1998 Commonwealth Games in Malaysia and took on an interim head coach role in 2019. He will now guide the Scorpions in their upcoming Super50 Cup campaign.
Elite coaching advisory board
In a bid to help elevate the team's performance, Haynes has appointed Jamaica Under-19 coach Terrence Corke as his assistant. Haynes believes Corke's experience with younger players will be instrumental in developing Jamaica's cricketing talent. "Incorporating someone like Terrence, who has worked with many of our current players at the youth level, will be key to our progress," Haynes added.
The Jamaica Cricket Association (JCA) has also established an elite coaching advisory board featuring Chairman of Selectors Delroy Morgan and Talent Coaching Manager Junior Bennett, while former Scorpions assistant coach Nikita Miller will lead the under-15 pathway programme.
JCA president Dr. Donavon Bennett said he is confident in Haynes’ leadership and the new coaching structure. "We are expecting better results, and we will provide all the support needed to bring success,” Bennett said.
Haynes’ primary focus remains on transforming the Scorpions' approach, and he’s hopeful that modern coaching philosophies combined with the team's youthful talent will propel Jamaica to greater success in regional cricket.
