Cape Town Cricket Club appoint William Hantam head coach

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Cape Town Cricket Club have appointed former first XI batsman William Hantam head coach ahead of the 2024-25 Western Province Cricket Association premier league.

Hantam has succeeded former player-coach Geoff Dods, whose playing career ended earlier this year.

“William has added immeasurable value to CTCC for an extended period – first as a player and later director of cricket,” read a statement from Cape Town Cricket Club.

“CTCC identified the need for a specialist head coach role several seasons ago. At a crucial juncture in the club’s progress, now is the time to make it happen – and William is a solid fit for this role.”

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