Somerset County Cricket Club has announced the appointment of Erin Osborne as the new head coach of the Somerset Women’s team. The 36-year-old former Australian all-rounder will be at the helm on a three-year contract, taking over from Trevor Griffin, who stepped down after the team’s maiden season in the newly formed professional Tier 1 structure.
Erin Osborne’s Playing and Coaching Background
Erin Osborne had an international career spanning 2009 to 2016, representing Australia in 121 matches across formats. Following her retirement from domestic cricket in 2022, she transitioned into coaching at the ACT Meteors in Canberra, quickly building an enviable reputation in several different roles.
This diverse coaching experience, combined with her leadership qualities, makes her an outstanding candidate for Somerset’s next phase of development.
Osborne Expresses Excitement over the Role
Erin Osborne expressed her enthusiasm for the new challenge, saying:
“I am delighted to be joining Somerset as the head coach of the women’s team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a club steeped in history and with an incredibly passionate support base. I look forward to building on the solid foundations that are already in place and working closely with players, coaches, and support staff as we strive for further development and success.”
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Recent Performances of Somerset Women
Somerset Women finished bottom of their group in this season’s Vitality Blast, but fared slightly better in the One-Day Cup, coming away with six wins from 14 and only just missing out on qualifying for the knockout stages. The appointment of Erin Osborne should drive improvement and consistency across all formats.
Club Leadership Commends Osborne’s Qualifications
Andy Hurry, Somerset’s director of cricket, cited the reason why Erin Osborne topped their selection panel:
He described her as the “standout candidate,” citing her extensive knowledge, competitive mindset, and proven ability to inspire players.
Hurry said Osborne’s experience in building effective performance programs through both the women’s and men’s pathways will be important as Somerset continues to strengthen its professional women’s set-up at the Cooper Associates County Ground.
He also praised her growing reputation within Australian coaching circles and expressed confidence in her ability to elevate Somerset Women into a new era of progress.
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