Melton has locked in its coach and captain for the upcoming Victorian Turf Cricket Association women’s season.
Having successfully re-established a women’s program last season, the Lions are keen to further the program.
The Lions won three games in their first season in the VTCA, with some improved performances as the season went on.
Gavin Boon has been appointed coach replacing Kareena Jacobsen-Logan, who returned to the club last season to get the women’s side back up and running.
“Gavin’s experience with junior representative coaching and a range of junior age groups hold him in great stead to take on the lead role after assisting the program last season,” the Lions said on social media.
“We look forward to Gav taking our program to the next level.”
Amy Hibbert will take on the captaincy role this season, having been a vice-captain last season.
A junior at the club, she was one of the first players to sign on when the Lions decided to reform a team.
“Amy, a representative player throughout her junior career and [Lions] leading wicket taker last season is set to assist Gav on the journey to success and lead the girls with the enthusiasm and passion she has always played with,” the club said.
“Our program is in great hands with these two at the helm.
“We look forward to seeing what the girls are capable of in season 2024-25 under the guidance of Gavin and Amy.”
It’s the second coaching appointment made in a week by the Lions, with Damian Costigan appointed men’s coach.
