Pete Fitzboydon to Stand Down as Chief Executive

Today our CEO Pete Fitzboydon has announced that he will be leaving Sussex Cricket this Winter due to personal reasons, after two successful seasons on and off the field. 

Jon Filby, Sussex Cricket Chair said: “Pete joined the organisation with an agenda for change and he certainly delivered. Progress has been remarkable, with a new catering partner on board, a game-changing state school cricket programme secured, men’s professional cricket returning to Arundel Castle, and our beloved County Ground looking better than ever.   

“Pete certainly leaves us in a better place and I am grateful that he has agreed to stay for a period to finish off some projects and ensure a smooth transition. The Sussex Cricket family wishes him continued success in the future.” 

Pete Fitzboydon added: “I will be leaving with mixed emotions; full of pride for what we’ve managed to achieve in such a short period of time, but also with the job only just started. 

"But sometimes you have to put your personal life first and now is the right time for me to move on, leaving in the Winter and smoothly hand over the reins for the 2026 season. 

"I will leave with so many happy memories thanks to the great staff, players, board, members, supporters, and sponsors who have made me feel so welcome. 

"The potential of Sussex Cricket is immense, and I hope my time has laid the foundations for fulfilling it. The new Sixes venue, in particular, points towards the future; bringing in new people into our sport – and valuable income – 52 weeks a year. 

"I look forward to handing the baton on and watching Sussex Cricket’s continued success from afar.” 

Sussex Cricket will now begin the process of recruiting Pete’s successor and will update in due course.