Ireland Cricket have announced their squad for the upcoming ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup, set to take place in Malaysia in January. The tournament will feature 16 teams, and Ireland aims to make a significant impact with a talented group of young cricketers.
Amy Hunter to lead the Irish squad
The Irish squad will be captained by Amy Hunter, who has shown remarkable leadership qualities and skill in previous international outings. Niamh MacNulty and Freya Sargent have been named as the vice-captains, providing additional support to the leadership team.
The selection committee has expressed confidence in the squad’s ability to compete at a high level, highlighting the players’ recent performances in domestic competitions and their potential to shine on the international stage. Glenn Querl, the head coach, emphasized the importance of this tournament for the development of women’s cricket in Ireland.
“The opportunity to compete in the Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Malaysia is incredibly exciting for our players. It marks a significant milestone in their cricketing journey. Some players were part of the inaugural tournament in 2023. This is invaluable, as they will be able to fall back on their experience and support the younger players through the journey. Throughout our preparations, this group has demonstrated exceptional talent, dedication, and resilience,” Querl said in his official statement.
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“While results in our recent tour of South Africa may not have gone our way, the valuable lessons learned during that tour have been instrumental in our development. Each match has provided insights that will undoubtedly strengthen our team dynamics and enhance our performance. We firmly believe that these experiences have united us as a team and will propel us to new heights as we gear up for the tournament in Malaysia. The potential within this group is immense, and we are eager to showcase our growth on the global stage,” he added.
Ireland Under-19 Women’s squad
- 15-member squad: Amy Hunter (captain), Abbi Harrison, Jennifer Jackson, Niamh MacNulty (vice-captain), Aimee Maguire, Lara McBride, Kia McCartney, Ellie McGee, Julie McNally, Lucy Neely, Freya Sargent (vice-captain), Millie Spence, Annabel Squires, Alice Tector, Alice Walsh.
- Travelling reserve player: Rebecca Lowe
- Non-travelling reserves: Síbha Bhoja, Ally Boucher, Genevieve Morrissey
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.