Danny Kerry will no longer take up the role of performance director for England and Great Britain Hockey because of personal reasons.

The 53-year-old was appointed in June, having previously coached England and Great Britain’s men’s and women’s teams.

He oversaw Great Britain’s women winning Olympic gold in Rio in 2016 and bronze at London 2012.

Kerry also coached England and Great Britain’s men’s team between September 2018 and January 2022.

“Everyone at England and Great Britain Hockey wishes him well for the future,” a GB Hockey statement read., external

“The sport’s focus remains on both GB teams competing at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

“Further information on the future recruitment process will follow after the Paris Olympics has completed.”

Great Britain’s men begin their Olympic campaign against Spain on Saturday at 09:00 BST, while the women start against the same opponents on Sunday at 12:15.