New Zealand Cricket has offered its condolences to the family of former England International, Northern Districts representative and NZC Director of Coaching Martin Horton following his passing after a long illness, aged 76.
New Zealand Cricket CEO Justin Vaughan said the thoughts of the NZC staff, board and all those who knew and worked with Martin were with his family at this sad time.
“Martin was a dedicated servant of New Zealand Cricket for 17 years where he worked as the National Director of Cricket from 1967.
“He is credited to building the skills of the players who formed the base of New Zealand’s successes during the ‘golden era’ of the 1970s and 80s.
“Last year Martin was honoured at the NZC awards ceremony where he received the Bert Sutcliffe Medal - a lifetime achievement award for outstanding services to cricket.”
“Martin’s contribution to cricket not only in New Zealand but also globally should not be under estimated. He was an outstanding cricketer and valued staff member during his time at NZC.
““All of us at NZC and the cricketing fraternity were saddened to hear of the loss to the Horton family and wish to pass on our heartfelt condolences”
A quality all-rounder, Martin Horton scored 19,945 first-class runs and took 825 wickets in a career spanning 19 years. He also represented England in two Test matches against India in 1959.
Martin Horton died at his home in Worcester, England.
Tests (1959)
Played – 2
Runs – 60
Wickets – 2
First Class (1952-1971)
Played – 410
Runs – 19945
Wickets - 825
