Sciver-Brunt discusses mum guilt as she starts coaching career
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Former England fast bowler Katherine Sciver-Brunt has spoken about experiencing "mum guilt" as she begins her new role as assistant coach for Trent Rockets. Sciver-Brunt, who retired from playing in 2023, is married to England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt, and the couple welcomed their son Theo in 2025. After Trent Rockets defeated Birmingham Phoenix in their opening match on Friday, Sciver-Brunt told Sky Sports that she feels guilty about balancing her career ambitions with being a mother. She expressed a desire to become a head coach of a franchise one day but acknowledged the challenges of full-time coaching while raising a child. Sciver-Brunt noted that female head coaches are rare in the women's game, with only Australia's Lisa Keightley at MI London serving in that role in this year's Hundred. She stated that she wants to progress her career but also must consider what she can realistically take on while being a mother.
What’s reported
Katherine Sciver-Brunt is married to England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt.
The couple welcomed son Theo in 2025.
Sciver-Brunt retired from playing in 2023 and has since worked in broadcasting with BBC Test Match Special.
She is now assistant coach for Trent Rockets.
Trent Rockets thrashed Birmingham Phoenix in their opening match on Friday.
Sciver-Brunt, 41, told Sky Sports she feels "mum guilt" about balancing work and parenting.
She said she would love to be a head coach of a franchise one day.
She noted that female head coaches are rare in the women's game, with only Australia's Lisa Keightley at MI London in this year's Hundred.
Sciver-Brunt said she wants to give her son the best life and for him to know who his mothers were.
Key figures
Katherine Sciver-Brunt, former England fast bowler, Trent Rockets assistant coach
Nat Sciver-Brunt, England captain, Katherine's wife
Theo, son of Katherine and Nat Sciver-Brunt
Lisa Keightley, head coach of MI London
Charlotte Edwards, former captain, now leads England
Sources: BBC News
