Hampshire County Cricket Club confirmed today that Robin Smith has been appointed as Hampshire captain for the 2002 season. Will Kendall was also confirmed as vice-captain.

"The club," stated Tim Tremlett (Hampshire's Director of Cricket) "have every confidence in appointing Robin for another season. He has proved his leadership over the past few years, none more so than leading the team into the First Division of the County Championship in 2001."

Robin Smith was jubilant at his re-appointment. "It is a delight to captain such a great bunch of lads" he mused. "I feel confident that we will be able to compete in the top Division, and I look forward to the forthcoming season with renewed optimism."

Hampshire also confirmed that Dimitri Mascarenhas had signed a new two year contract. Dimmi has had an ankle operation in Australia and is now ready to play again, with his fitness improving by the day.

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