Gloucestershire have confirmed the return of Ian Harvey as assistant head coach
Thursday 5 March 2015 18:22, UK
Gloucestershire have confirmed the return of their former all-rounder Ian Harvey in the role of assistant head coach.
The ex-Australia star won six trophies during his playing days with the county between 1999 and 2003 and was limited-overs coach at Nevil Road two years ago.
Harvey, 43, said: "It's a really exciting time. Over the next few seasons, we've got the opportunity to start pushing for trophies and for promotion.
"We are past rebuilding now; we have a lot of senior players here who've played a lot of cricket - and it's up to us as coaches to get the best out of these lads. If we do, then trophies and promotion aren't out of the question.
"A lot of things at the club have changed, but one thing that hasn't is the supporters.
"They are one of the things that made it so enjoyable playing for this club and being successful. It is always nice to win but when you see how much enjoyment it brings them it makes the job even more worthwhile.
"I hope they can keep supporting us and help us get back to the way we were."
Harvey will work alongside newly-appointed head coach Richard Dawson, who added: "It's very exciting for the club to have Ian Harvey as assistant coach. We interviewed some very strong candidates, and Ian stood out."
