Dame Sarah Storey in line to become next Lancashire president

Noted British Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey has been nominated to become Lancashire's next club President. Known for her remarkable achievements in cycling and swimming, Storey boasts a stellar career with multiple medals, including 17 golds, in the Paralympic Games and six British national track championships. She is now preparing to make her ninth appearance in Paris this year.

Storey's presidential nomination will be presented at Lancashire's annual general meeting in May 2024, marking the end of Sir Howard Bernstein's ten-year tenure. Expressing her delight over the nomination, Storey eagerly anticipates the opportunity to serve the club.

"It is an incredible honour to have been asked by the Lancashire Cricket Board to become the club's next President and follow in Sir Howard's significant footsteps. As a kid, I recall many happy memories watching the Red Rose with my family. As a member and fan, to have this opportunity to serve this great Club and bring my experience to bear is very exciting," Storey was quoted as saying by ESPNCricinfo.

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Andy Anson, Lancashire's chair, has officially confirmed that Storey has accepted the Board's nomination as the Club's new President. Anson praises the Paralympian as an inspirational figure with a remarkable history of success in high-performance elite sports.

"I am delighted to confirm that Dame Sarah Storey has accepted the Board's nomination as the Club's new President. Sarah is an outstanding candidate for the Presidency. With a peerless record as Britain's most successful Paralympian, she is an inspirational presence who has a proven track-record in high-performance elite sport and as a strategic advisor in a variety of public-facing roles.

"The Board looks forward to Dame Sarah's nomination going forward to a members' vote at the Annual General Meeting and working together over the next two years. Having someone of Dame Sarah's calibre and first-hand experience of high-performance elite sport on board will offer invaluable support to both our men's and women's squads," Anson said.

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Aside from her upcoming role as Lancashire's President, Storey holds several other significant positions. She currently serves as Greater Manchester's Active Travel Commissioner holds the title of Visiting Professor at Manchester Metropolitan University, and sits on the board of the Department of Transport. Additionally, she is actively involved in mentoring other athletes and supporting charitable causes, showcasing her commitment to making a positive impact beyond her sporting achievements.

"Dame Sarah has operated at the very top level of elite sport throughout her career, she knows what it takes to succeed, and it will be fantastic to have somebody on the Board with her experiences and knowledge as we look to achieve our goals on the field in the coming years," said Mark Chilton, Lancashire's Director of Cricket Performance.