Published: Jan 26, 2016, 05:50 PM (IST)
Edited: Jan 26, 2016, 05:50 PM (IST)
Maisy Gibson, New South Wales Women’s left-arm orthodox spinner, who played in Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2015-16 for Sydney Thunder has received praise from her former coach Luke Knight. According to Knight, Gibson’s hard work has finally paid dividends. Knight, who is also the President of Singleton Junior Cricket Association (SJCA) said that the 19-year-old was very talented and the same was noticeable when she was very young. Gibson has played for New South Wales Women Under-15s and New South Wales Women Under-18s. Knight said that Gibson’s work culture and she proving herself to other men cricketers has helped her immensely. Gibson has also played Under-12 cricket. Women’s BBL 2015-16: Sydney Thunder beat Sydney Sixers in final by 3 wickets
In a conversation with The Singleton Argus, Knight said, “It has not been an easy ride for her, she has always been up against it. Being a spin bowling, she has always worked hard and displayed great passion along with a 100 per cent commitment. She comes from a well-known local cricketing family – her Dad, Dave, played for PCH and both Abe and Nel all played here before going to Newcastle and Maitland. I look forward to seeing Maisy progress and I can see her donning an Aussie Jersey in the not too distant future. The breakers are equivalent to the NSW Blues in the male competition. The women were only paid around $6000 to $7000.” Women’s Big Bash League 2015-16: Jess Jonassen phenomenal fielder, says Sarah Taylor
Earlier, after her team’s victory in WBBL 2015-16, Gibson was ecstatic. She said, “We created history. It was a massive win for us, especially after being tipped not to finish in the top four at the start of the season. This shows how well we get along, how hard we worked and how much we backed each other to make today’s win possible. Keeping them under 120 was a massive win for us. Playing against people we normally train with made us want to win more as well.” Gibson’s younger brother Charlie also plays for Singleton. Maisy Gibson started playing about six years ago in the under 12’s. She has also played against boys on local representative teams. Gibson has toiled hard to reach where she is today.
