Meet Our Women & Girls Team Our two new appointments are a direct result of funding obtained through the ‘Play Our Way’ Program, a $200m Federal Government initiative aimed at removing the barriers to women and girls playing sport, reducing discrimination and promoting equality. NT Cricket was notified in October 2024 that we were one of only 120 successful applicants (from over 600 applications made from across Australia) and we have since begun planning the delivery of programs and initiatives that align with increasing cricket participation and retention among our diverse female population. The ‘Play Our Way’ Program also aligns with Cricket Australia's ‘Women & Girls Action Plan’ (2024-2034), aimed at boosting female participation, engagement and representation. We are excited about the future and the role that these programs will play in shaping a more inclusive and vibrant cricket community in the NT. Meet our two Women & Girls Growth Leads; Hannah Armstrong and Megan Harris... Hannah Armstrong Hannah Armstrong brings a wealth of experience from her fifteen years in cricket, including representing South Australia in pathway competitions before relocating to Darwin where she plays for Southern Districts. Her recent accolade as the 2024 Women’s Cricketer of the Year in Darwin & Districts Cricket Competition highlights her skill and dedication within the sport. Hannah is committed to using her expertise to inspire and mentor the next generation of female cricketers in the NT. Favourite Food: Steak with veggies; Favourite Thing to Do to on the Weekend: Hang out with friends, watch the AFL or cricket, playing cricket; Favourite Cricket Team: Adelaide Strikers and Melbourne Renegades (both Women and Men’s) and of course the Australian Cricket Team (Women’s and Men); Favourite Animal: Giraffe and Cats; Favourite Artist or Song: I’m loving Crowded House at moment. My favourite song would have to be ‘Juno’ by Sabrina Carpenter; Megan Harris Megan Harris is a recent graduate in Sports Management from Griffith University and relocates from Brisbane to Darwin with a passion for creating inclusive and supportive sports environments. Megan’s experience spans various organisations and roles, including with Little Athletics, Playbook Coach and Uni Sport, making her an ideal advocate for breaking down barriers for more women and girls to love and play the game. Favourite Food: Spaghetti Bolognese; Favourite Thing to Do to on the Weekend: Run or walk along the water and then head to the local markets with friends; Favourite Cricket Team: Australian women’s team and the women’s Brisbane Heat; Favourite Animal: Tough one – it’s between wombats, elephants and dogs; Favourite Artist or Song: 9 to 5 by Dolly Parton, but I’m also a fan of whatever is playing on the radio!
