Edward How (cricketer)
Edward How | |
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| Born | Template:Birth date Amersham, England |
| Died | March 28, 2012 (aged 37) Val-d'Isère, France |
| Occupation(s) | Cricketer, banker, educator |
| Known for | First-class cricket for Cambridge University; vice president at Deutsche Bank; chemistry teacher and sports coach at Charterhouse School |
Edward Joseph How (16 May 1974 – 28 March 2012) was an English professional who excelled as a first-class cricketer, banker, and educator.
Originating from Amersham in 1974, How received his education at Dr Challoner's Grammar School before attending Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge. During his time at Cambridge, he represented the Cambridge University Cricket Club in first-class cricket between 1995 and 1997, participating in fourteen matches. Specializing as a left-arm medium-fast bowler, he claimed 13 wickets with a bowling average of 88.07, including a standout performance of five wickets for 59 runs against Kent County Cricket Club in 1997. Additionally, he was awarded a football blue for playing with Cambridge University A.F.C..
Following his graduation, How pursued a career in finance within the City of London, joining Deutsche Bank where he advanced to the role of vice president. Subsequently, he shifted his focus to education, taking on roles as a chemistry teacher and cricket and football coach at Charterhouse School. How tragically passed away in March 2012 due to an off-piste skiing accident in Val-d'Isère, France. He left behind a wife and child.