Karl Krikken is eager to get into full swing
Shropshire County Cricket Club's new coach Karl Krikken insists he's excited about taking charge for the first time when the county face Lincolnshire in the Unicorns Knockout Trophy at Shrewsbury's London Road ground on Sunday.
The experienced former Derbyshire wicketkeeper, who spent 27 years at the first-class county, most recently as head coach, was unveiled as Kevin Sharp's replacement by Shropshire chairman Toby Shaw last week.
His appointment is a major coup for Shropshire and Krikken is now relishing the opportunity to help them push for silverware.
Shropshire enjoyed a promising year both in the Championship and one-day competition last season in which they finished runners-up to Berkshire in the final at Wormsley.
Krikken said: "I'm really looking forward to the first game of the season and it's good to be involved. Toby rang me and I was only too happy to come and help out.
"I also spoke to Kevin Sharp, who did a great job as coach, and he told me lots of good things about the club.
"I know Shropshire have got some very good young players who want to play county cricket and go further in the game. As a coach that's great for me to be working with a young, vibrant side."
