The Tasmanian Tigers are preparing to take on South Australia in the women's cricket final. And, with most of the players joining from interstate, the squad is beating a path for a future AFL team that would likewise need to recruit from around the country.
abc.net.au/news/tasmania-women-cricketers-beating-a-path-for-afl-team/102015166Molly Strano shouts out, goofing off and attracting attention while waiting to bowl in the nets.Eight of the Tigers' 11 have moved from interstate or overseas to be part of the Tigers program
The team is preparing to take on South Australia in the WNCL final at Bellerive on Saturday, and the Tigers' dedication to high-quality practice is obvious. Smith said the secret to the team's success was the professionalism of its training program and the camaraderie of the group. All-rounder Nicola Carey moved from New South Wales in 2019 and helped recruit captain Villani from Victoria."I know the other girls love it down here too."Tigers women provide an AFL blueprint for Tasmania
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