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[caption id="attachment_14886" align="alignnone" width="580"] Former Australian fast bowler Jason Gillespie was appointed as the Head Coach of the Australia A team to tour South Africa later this year. [/caption] Internet Desk: Former Australian fast bowler Jason Gillespie on Friday was named the Head Coach for Australia A for the forthcoming tour to South Africa. Gillespie will be assisted by former test cricketers Chris Rogers and Brad Haddin. Gillespie will take a break from his county stint with Kent where he was pretty successful in his role. The former fast bowler also coached county side Yorkshire. "It will no doubt feature some of the country's most talented players, and players challenging for the opportunity to play international cricket for Australia," said the 42-year-old Gillespie. "It's a really exciting time to be involved in Australian cricket, and I can't wait to join up with the squad and head to South Africa." Cricket Australia's high performance manager Pat Howard added: "It's extremely pleasing to have three quality people in Jason, Chris and Brad on board. "All three have significant experience as players, in varying conditions across the world over their lengthy careers, which will no doubt be invaluable for the players touring with this squad."