Meet Tomos, one of our newest members to the Taylors’ family. Tomos is the Head of Cricket Performance, and with an eclectic history with Cricket, he is looking forward to working closely with the boys, having already been impressed by their commitment, the facilities and the coaching team that has been assembled.
You joined Taylors’ this term – what attracted you to the role?
The opportunity to work in one of the strongest cricket schools in the country was a huge draw, particularly given the quality of the facilities. The opportunity to be solely focused on cricket excited me, and given the standard of cricket at Taylors’, it was an opportunity that could not be turned down.
Within your role as Head of Cricket Performance, what are you most excited about, and how did you get into your line of work in cricket?
I’m most excited about working closely with the students at Taylors’. From the outset, I’ve been impressed by their commitment, talent and humility. With the facilities available here and the exceptional coaching team that has been assembled, I genuinely believe the students have an outstanding opportunity to thrive in cricket.
My journey into cricket coaching came from a desire to support player development and improving performance in the right environments — ones that challenge, support and inspire young people to be the best version of themselves both on and off the field.
What are you most proud of outside of your work at Taylors’?
Alongside my role at Taylors’, I currently work within the England Cricket pathway, supporting talented players from across the country who are on the ECB county pathways, but whom attend state schools or colleges. We deliver four camps for 80 players each year at the National Cricket Centre in Loughborough.
I’m particularly proud of this work because I strongly believe everyone should have access to high-quality coaching, regardless of background. Prior to coaching full-time, I worked in a prison, an experience that taught me invaluable lessons which I still draw on daily. It reinforced the importance of creating supportive environments and being a positive role model for young men.
What did you study?
I studied at Cardiff Metropolitan University, where I completed a BSc in Sports Coaching Science.
I am currently in my second and final year of the ECB Level 4 Specialist Coach programme. Gaining a place on the course had been a long-term goal of mine, and with only 20 coaches accepted each year, I’m extremely proud to have achieved this before turning 30.
What piece of media would you recommend and why?
I would recommend Freddie’s Field of Dreams on the BBC. It’s a powerful reminder of the importance of teammates, the value of team sport, and the transformative impact sport can have on people’s lives.
