Simon Jackson is a former first-class and List A opening batsman from Jamaica, where he represented Jamaica, Combined Campuses & Colleges, and the prestigious Vice Chancellors XI. During his seven-year professional playing career, Simon had the opportunity to play alongside and against many international cricket stars, further refining his understanding of the game at the highest levels. After retiring from first-class cricket, Simon extended his playing career in the UK as an overseas professional, ultimately relocating permanently in 2017. Since then, he has made a name for himself as a coach, contributing to a variety of elite and grassroots programmes, including Surrey CCC, MCC, The ACE Programme, Jersey Cricket, and The ECB City Cup. Simon holds the prestigious ECB Specialist Coaching Qualification (Level 4) and currently serves as the Cricket Academy Head Coach at the renowned Whitgift School in Surrey. Building on his extensive coaching experience, Simon had the privilege of working closely with the West Indies Test team during their 2024 tour of England, where he assisted the batters in refining their technique and strategy. This unique opportunity allowed Simon to contribute to international cricket while further honing his coaching expertise at the highest level. As the former Head Coach of Crouch End CC, Simon led the club to its first-ever Middlesex County Premiership Championship, a historic achievement for the team. Together with his team at Jackson Cricket, Simon is committed to delivering high-quality coaching and mentoring, aimed at helping players of all levels unlock their full potential. Whether you're a beginner or aspiring professional, Simon and his coaches are here to guide your cricket journey.