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Where to start with our guest this week?!  Rounding out Season 9, we’re buzzing that we’re joined by broadcaster extraordinaire Mel Jones. Following a hugely successful time as an international cricketer, this legend of the game has since become one of the most recognised voices around the world of cricket. From starting out in the backyard with her grandparents, Mel has now been there, done that and got the T-shirt (and medals) and chats to Georgie and Alex about her amazing story as a cricketer, a role model and an all-round legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When it comes to people we don't want to take on in an arm wrestle, Ami Campbell is right up there. The former PT worked her way through the ages up North, even captaining Mark Wood along the way, and is now a power-hitter at Central Sparks and Manchester Originals. Georgie and Alex caught up with the self-professed gym lover about her cricket journey and taking the leap to going pro and Ami spoke openly about her diagnosis with ADHD this year and the impact this has had on her life and her cricket. Plus, we delve into the match-making abilities of Phoebe Graham aka Cupid.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you ever packed your Starbucks uniform in your cricket bag for tour so you can head to work straight away when you get back? Seems mad right? Well, that's exactly what this week's guest, former Netherlands captain Esther de Lange, had to do so she could pay her way as an international cricketer. Georgie caught up with Esther, who now works for the ICC as Development Officer for Europe, about how she found cricket, life as a Dutch international, her journey in the sport, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recorded before the WBBL, Georgie and Alex caught up with Kiwi bowler Jess Kerr. Having started out her sporting journey as a running prodigy, medical issues kept throwing hurdles in her way. However, where athletics wasn't an option, cricket provided the opportunities. We chatted to Jess about overcoming those setbacks, being inspired by her sister, and proving that nothing and no one can stop her. Since recording, she and her Mealie have played AGAINST each other for the first time...have a listen to hear how Jess was feeling ahead of this... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She may have grown up in Orange, but Phoebe Litchfield looks fully at home in green and gold. Thanks to the beauty of social media, this young star went viral at a young age when some of her batting in the nets was caught on video. She went on to make her Sydney Thunder debut aged just 16 and has since made her Australian debut in all three formats including being part of the Australian cohort for the 2023 Women's Ashes. Georgie caught up with Phoebe to chat about everything she has already accomplished, playing alongside her heroes, being part of Fairbreak, what it was like to get her baggy green (what number was it Phoebe....can you remember yet?!), and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Season 9 is upon us. Can you believe it? To kick off this season we have someone who is pretty good at kicking a football as well as hitting a cricket ball and putting the fear into any batter who steps out of her crease. It’s Thunder Captain and wicketkeeper Ellie Threlkeld. The young captain chats about choosing cricket over football, the growth of the women’s game, her journey to this point and how she is chasing her dreams of playing for England. Plus THAT century to cap off the final game of a crazy season with Thunder. Alexandra and Georgie caught her just in time before she headed off for some well-earned R&R in Ibiza with Sophie Ecclestone and Alice Capsey. Beach cricket anyone?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She may be just 17 but Mahika Gaur has already been tipped as a future star of fast bowling. The left-arm pacer made her international debut for the UAE aged 12 having first been inspired to start bowling when watching Shane Warne play in the IPL. Since then, she has grown (quite literally) into a tall seamer who was spotted by Lancashire during a tour to Dubai and has since made the move to train, play and complete her education in England. This year she signed her first pro contract, played for England A and now has her sights set on a future with England. She caught up with (Auntie) Georgie to chat about her journey, the opportunities she's had, where she hopes to go, and what the future has in store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Travelling the world playing and watching women's cricket....sounds like the absolute dream! Where do we sign up? That's exactly what this week's guest Jenny Thompson is doing. Having spent years playing and writing about cricket, this adventurer is now travelling here, there and everywhere learning about all different cultures playing cricket and taking her bat wherever she goes. She caught up with Georgie after the two previously met in Hong Kong and then Jersey, to chat about her trip so far, including discovering a school where you get extra credit if you play cricket...YES PLEASE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For years women and girls have had to play cricket in men's pads, clothing and helmets. Nothing fitted properly, nothing was female-specific and it seriously impacted participation and performance. This is where the female cricket store and Lacuna Sports are here to save the day. Georgie and Alex caught up with former England cricketer Lydia Greenway and the genius ladies behind Lacuna Sports Leigh and Katie to chat about what they are doing to break down this barrier and the stunning kit they are providing for female cricketers. And YES we want it ALL!! On the eve of the Ashes Test match we chat about all things women's kit, period concerns and so much more.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thrilled to bring you this week's episode with someone who has danced on stage with Katy Perry...it's the speccy-taking, cap wearing, hard-hitting Aussie all-rounder Erin Burns. Braving the English "summer" Burnsy has already lit up the RHFT and CE Cup this year and is right at home with the Central Sparks. Having previously had a stint with Birmingham Phoenix, she is back in Brum for a second time and is clued up to all the best coffee spots (all Aussies can sniff out a good coffee from a mile off.) Georgie and Alex chat to her about all things franchise cricket, the indomitable Aussies, THAT MCG final, making cricket a place for everyone, and so much more.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Georgie and Alex catch up with broadcasting star, meme maker, tiktoking legend, and all-around fantastic human Melissa Story. When Melissa first pulled on the headset to commentate a Southern Vipers game two years ago, little could she have guessed what the next few years would hold. A keen cricketer herself, the opportunity to take up commentary was too good to miss. As if she wasn't already busy enough training to be a solicitor and playing cricket, the young rising star has now become a mainstay of the airwaves across women's and men's cricket and is fast establishing herself as the future of broadcasting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Georgie and Alex sit down to chat with South African legend Mignon du Preez. From hitting 258 aged 12 to making her debut aged 17 to captaining her country in all three formats, the batting superstar has been around the circuit and proved herself at every level. Now retired from international cricket, she still features in franchises all over the world as well as turning her hand to commentary and working behind the scenes with FairBreak (as well as playing in it and winning in 2023). She shares the stories of her career, the ups and downs, the growth of South African cricket, the heartbreak, the celebrations and so much more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/womens-cricket-chat/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices