Berry quits as Victoria assistant coach

Darren Berry, the former Victoria wicketkeeper and captain, has resigned as an assistant coach with the state. Berry spent 18 months as an assistant to Greg Shipperd and in that time helped guide Victoria to the final in all three formats in 2007-08.

"I've loved my involvement with Victorian cricket, however, the travel component of coaching has taken its toll and I'm keen to spend more time at home with my young family," Berry said. "I'd like to thank Cricket Victoria for the opportunity to coach at this level, Greg Shipperd for his guidance and support, and particularly the players - with whom I hope I've had an influence."

Berry's tenure was not without controversy. In November last year he was suspended from match-day coaching for two months after entering the third umpire's room to challenge a run-out decision in an FR Cup game.

Victoria's most capped player with 129 Sheffield Shield/Pura Cup appearances, Berry quit the game after 2003-04 and began working in the media. The chief executive of Cricket Victoria, Tony Dodemaide, said Berry's experience had been important to the current batch of players.

"Chuck has played a key role in Victoria's success throughout his playing and coaching career," Dodemaide said. "His experience, knowledge and passion for the Big V will be sadly missed."