Simon Helmot Steps Down as Coach of Melbourne Renegades WBBL Team
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Simon Helmot has stepped down as the coach of the Melbourne Renegades Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) team after leading them to their first title in 2024. Despite a contract extension, he departs following a fifth-place finish in 2025 for new opportunities. General Manager James Rosengarten praised his significant contributions to the club.
- 01Simon Helmot led the Renegades to their inaugural WBBL title in 2024.
- 02He has been with the Renegades since the BBL's inception in 2011-12.
- 03Helmot signed a three-year extension after the title but leaves after one season.
- 04General Manager James Rosengarten highlighted Helmot's impact on players and the community.
- 05Helmot has also coached internationally, including winning a title in the Caribbean Premier League.
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Simon Helmot has announced his departure as the head coach of the Melbourne Renegades Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) team. Helmot, who has been with the Renegades since the inception of the Big Bash League (BBL) in the 2011-12 season, led the team to its first WBBL title in 2024. He had re-signed for three additional seasons but is stepping down after just one season in 2025, where the team finished fifth. Renegades General Manager James Rosengarten expressed gratitude for Helmot's contributions, stating that he has made a lasting impact on the club and the Victorian cricket community. Helmot, 54, has had a successful coaching career, including roles in various international leagues, and will be pursuing new opportunities.
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