New Zealand Women’s Domestic Cricket Teams Finalize Contracted Player Rosters
New Zealand’s women’s domestic cricket teams have finalized their contracted player rosters for the 2024-25 season. The signings include a mix of experienced veterans and promising young talents.
Central Districts
Central Districts have added uncapped right-arm seamer Grace Foreman to their roster. Foreman has impressed through Taranaki and Central Districts’ pathway systems and joins Anna Gaging as the new faces on the team.
Canterbury
Canterbury have signed batter Emma Irwin, who previously represented the team. Irwin was part of the New Zealand Under-19 side at the World Cup last year.
Auckland
Auckland have elevated fast bowler Sophie Court to their contract list. Court has risen through Auckland Cricket’s Talent and Pathway programme and was part of the Auckland Under-19 team that won the national under-19 tournament this year.
Northern Districts
Northern Districts have signed allrounder Carol Agafili, who has represented the team in the past and also played for Samoa in T20Is.
Wellington
Wellington have added right-hand batter Gemma Sims to their roster. Sims played for Wellington in the Super Smash last season.
Otago
Otago have awarded their maiden contract to Isy Parry. Parry has been a standout performer in Otago’s age-group teams.
The contracted players will represent their respective teams in the upcoming domestic season, which includes the Hallyburton Johnstone Shield (one-day competition) and the Super Smash (T20 competition).