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Cricket Victoria has appointed former Brisbane Heat captain Kirby Short as its new Head of Female Cricket. Short, a two-time WBBL champion, brings extensive leadership experience from both sports and corporate roles. She expressed excitement about continuing her grandfather’s Victorian legacy while advancing women’s cricket. Short will oversee talent pathways and strategic growth starting mid-July.

Key Points: Kirby Short Named Victoria Head of Female Cricket

  • Kirby Short captained Brisbane Heat to back-to-back WBBL titles
  • Brings leadership from cricket, netball, and rugby roles
  • Will oversee talent development and women’s cricket strategy
  • Grandfather’s Victorian roots add personal significance to the role
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Kirby Short appointed Victoria head of female cricket

Former Brisbane Heat captain Kirby Short appointed as Cricket Victoria's Head of Female Cricket, bringing leadership and elite experience to women's cricket development.

"It seems very fitting that I have the privilege of contributing to the advancement of women’s cricket in this state. – Kirby Short"

Melbourne, June 20

Cricket Victoria have appointed former Brisbane Heat and Queensland Fire captain Kirby Short as its new Head of Female Cricket.

Short brings a wealth of experience to the role, having had a distinguished playing career that spanned over a decade. She captained the Brisbane Heat to consecutive WBBL titles in the 2018–19 and 2019–20 seasons and was regarded as a driving force behind the team’s success. Short retired from representative cricket in 2020.

"My grandfather, Mick Harvey grew up in Fitzroy and was a proud Victorian, so it seems very fitting that I have the privilege of contributing to the advancement of women’s cricket in this state. Victoria has a rich history in the sport, and I’m eager to take on this new challenge in Melbourne, working with the talented players and dedicated staff to build on that legacy," she said.

Beyond her on-field achievements, Short has an extensive background in a variety of leadership roles. Initially, as an executive leader in several Queensland High Schools, and more recently as executive coach and consultant on leadership and high performance, in both corporate and sporting environments, including netball and rugby league.

Short’s ongoing contribution to cricket came through her role as a Director on the Board of Queensland Cricket. She has also contributed significantly as a commentator with both the Seven Network and Fox Cricket.

"In her capacity as Head of Female Cricket, Short will oversee the strategic direction and operational management of women’s cricket programs in Victoria," Cricket Victoria said in a statement.

Her responsibilities will include talent identification, player development pathways, and fostering a supportive environment for female athletes to thrive.

Cricket Victoria GM Cricket Performance Graham Manou welcomed Short’s appointment. “We’re pleased to welcome Kirby to Cricket Victoria for what is a critical role in our cricket performance program. Kirby’s leadership qualities, combined with her extensive experience in elite cricket, will be invaluable as we continue to invest in and elevate women’s cricket in our state.”

Short is expected to join Cricket Victoria in mid-July.

- IANS

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Priya K.
Great to see more women taking leadership roles in cricket administration! Kirby's experience in WBBL will surely help develop young talent in Victoria. Hope we see more such appointments in Indian cricket too 🤞
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Rahul S.
Interesting move. While Australia is pushing women's cricket forward, our BCCI needs to match this energy. Maybe we should invite Kirby for some workshops in India? Her dual experience in sports and education could be valuable.
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Ananya P.
Two-time WBBL champion as captain! That's some serious credentials 👏 Her grandfather would be so proud. Makes me wonder when we'll see more Indian women cricketers transition into admin roles after retirement.
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Vikram J.
Good appointment, but I hope she focuses on grassroots development too, not just elite cricket. That's where India actually needs to learn from Australia - their domestic structure is so strong.
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Sunita M.
Love how she mentioned her Victorian roots! Family connections to sports always add that extra passion. Reminds me of how many Indian players come from cricketing families. Wishing her all the best in this new innings!
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Karan D.
Her experience across multiple sports (netball, rugby) is impressive. Maybe our cricket administrators should also look beyond just cricket experience when making appointments. Different perspectives can bring fresh ideas.

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