Jason Kerr signs on for two more years at Somerset

Kerr's time in charge has seen Somerset regularly push for red-ball silverware, while they reached the final of the T20 Blast last summer and won the Royal London Cup in 2018

Jason Kerr has signed a two-year contract extension as head coach at Somerset to remain at Taunton until at least the end of the 2024 season.

The 47-year-old was appointed to the role at the end of the 2018 season and led the team to the Royal London Cup title in his first year at the helm.

Kerr's time in charge has also seen Somerset regularly push for red-ball silverware, while they reached the final of the T20 Blast last summer.

He said: "I'm incredibly grateful and delighted that I can continue my journey with Somerset. Every day I have the opportunity to shape the future of this great club, influencing the individuals to achieve their goals and represent the club in the Somerset way. We continually strive to push boundaries and punch beyond our weight."

^{Jason Kerr has signed a contract extension at Somerset (Harry Trump/Getty Images)}

Somerset director of cricket Andy Hurry said: "Jason is one of the top coaches in the country and we are really delighted that he has extended his time with the club.

"He lives and breathes Somerset cricket, and his passion and dedication are infectious.

"He is highly respected within the game and his new contract is just reward for everything that he has achieved during his time in the role."

Somerset will start their 2022 County Championship campaign against Hampshire at the Ageas Bowl on Thursday.

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