Robert Andrew Woolmer
- Born:
- 14 May 1948, Kanpur, British India
- Died:
- 18 March 2007, Kingston, Jamaica
- Nationality:
- English
- Profession(s):
- Cricketer, Cricket Coach, Author
Early Life and Education
- Born in India to English parents. His father, Clarence Woolmer, was a first-class cricketer.
- Educated at King Edward VI School, Southampton.
- Developed a keen interest in cricket from a young age.
Career and Major Achievements
- Played county cricket for Kent and later for Natal in South Africa.
- Played 19 Test matches and 6 One Day Internationals for England between 1975 and 1981.
- Became a highly respected cricket coach after retiring from playing.
- Coached South Africa (1994-1999), leading them to the semi-finals of the 1999 Cricket World Cup.
- Coached Warwickshire County Cricket Club.
- Coached the ICC Academy in Dubai.
- Coached Pakistan (2003-2007), leading them to a Test series victory in India in 2005.
Notable Works
- Co-authored the book Art and Science of Cricket with Tim Noakes, exploring performance enhancement techniques.
Legacy and Impact
Robert Andrew "Bob" Woolmer was a prominent figure in cricket as both a player and coach. His innovative approach and emphasis on technology earned him respect within the sport. His untimely death during the 2007 Cricket World Cup sparked widespread shock and controversy. Key aspects of the bob woolmer coaching philosophy included the incorporation of data analysis, fitness regimes, and psychological strategies to improve player performance. His death remains a subject of speculation.