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Holly Ferling the first signing for Brisbane's new T20 team

HOLLY Ferling will usher in a new era for women's cricket after being unveiled today as the first signing of the WBBBL...

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10th July 2015 3:07 PM

MASTER CLASS: Holly Ferling is looking towards big things this year.

Holly Ferling says sponsor puts women's Heat team on the map

THE face of the Brisbane Heat - Holly Ferling - says women's cricket has come a long way in a short period of time.

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09th Oct. 2015 10:10 AM

BRISBANE Heat pace bowler Holly Ferling says sponsor interest in the Women's Big Bash League team is putting women's cricket on the map.

Tennis ace hoping to become new hit in national cricket

FORMER world ranked tennis player Ash Barty will launch the next phase of her sporting career after signing with the...

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15th Oct. 2015 11:10 AM

Carly is top of her game

CLARENCE Valley cricketer Carly Leeson has won the prestigious Col Fisher Sportsperson of the Year Award at the North Coast...

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10th Dec. 2015 4:12 AM

Harwood's Carly Leeson bowls at the All River under 16 grand final between Brothers and Harwood at Harwood Oval.Photo Adam Hourigan / The Daily Examiner

Kimmince to bring heat to first Women’s Big Bash League

DELISSA Kimmince is thrilled with the groundswell of support behind the Brisbane Heat ahead of their first Women’s Big Bash...

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16th Dec. 2015 5:12 AM

STRAP IN: Warwick all-rounder Delissa Kimmince prepares for a big season with the Brisbane Heat in the Women’s Big Bash League.

Hill revels in Women’s Big Bash League as tough match looms

WOMEN'S cricket has never received this much attention in Australia and Buderim’s Courtney Hill and her Brisbane Heat...

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24th Dec. 2015 7:12 AM

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 05: Kate Cross of the Heat bowls during the Women's Big Bash League match between the Brisbane Heat and the Melbourne Stars at Junction Oval on December 5, 2015 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Dodge - CA/Cricket Australia/Getty Images)

Heat simmer as Brisbane has nervous WBBL wait

DELISSA Kimmince and Holly Ferling will resign themselves to interested followers of the Women’s Big Bash League over the...

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04th Jan. 2016 5:01 AM

BRISBANE BOWLER: Kingaroy's Holly Ferling bowling for the Brisbane Heat.

Thunder bowlers could prove the difference

Sydney Thunder quicks Rene Farrell and Lauren Cheatle could hold key to tonight’s Women’s Big Bash League semi-final...

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20th Jan. 2016 6:01 AM

QLD Fire captain to visit Gladstone

Cricketer Delissa Kimmince is heading for a two-day visit in Gladstone to try and encourage more females into the sport.

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10th Sept. 2016 2:09 PM

Angela back in the mix for Sydney Sixers in WBBL

FORMER Bangalow cricketer Angela Reakes has recommitted to the Sydney Sixers for the Women's Big Bash League next month...

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18th Nov. 2016 4:11 AM

Angela Reakes sends one down for the Sydney Sixers in the Women's Big Bash League last season. Photo: SYDNEY SIXERS

Mooney dreams of a bigger stage for female cricketers

THERE are three main things cricketer Beth Mooney wants to see in the next three years of her career.

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17th Dec. 2016 9:12 AM

BREAKING BOUNDARIES: Beth Mooney, of Australia, bats during the International Twenty20 match between Australia and India at Sydney Cricket Ground.

Warwick all-rounder helps Heat to win in Perth

DELISSA Kimmince returned figures Richie Benaud would have been happy with to help the Brisbane Heat win in the Women's Big...

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18th Dec. 2016 2:12 PM

ON SONG: Warwick all-rounder Delissa Kimmince.

Beth Mooney back in form for Brisbane Heat

Beth Mooney stumped four Scorchers and smashed an unbeaten 67 runs to lead Brisbane Heat to victory.

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18th Dec. 2016 6:12 PM

Beth Mooney (right) and Deandra Dottin of the Heat celebrate taking the wicket of Sara McGlashan of the Sixers during the Women's Big Bash League cricket match between the Sydney Sixers and the Brisbane Heat at North Sydney Oval in Sydney on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016.

Renee to debut for Heat Women

Murgon teenager Renee Irvine will make her WBBL debut in place of Holly Ferling this afternoon.

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02nd Jan. 2017 8:01 AM

DEBUT: Murgon’s Renee Irvine will debut for the Brisbane Heat Women today.

Renee tasked with daunting debut assignment

All eyes were on Renee Irvine when she headed to the crease in her debut for the Brisbane Heat Women.

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02nd Jan. 2017 4:01 PM

Renee Irvine on debut for the Brisbane Heat in the WBBL versus Sydney Thunder.

Short named to captain Brisbane Heat's WBBL side

WESTERN Suburbs junior Kirby Short will captain Brisbane Heat for the rest of the Women's Big Bash League.

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06th Jan. 2017 4:01 PM

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 26: Kirby Short of the Heat plays a shot during the WBBL match between Melbourne Stars and Brisbane Heat at Allan Border Field on December 26, 2016 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

Mooney in form ahead of WBBL clash with Hurricanes

Brisbane Heat's Beth Mooney is in good form ahead of the WBBL clash with Hobart.

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07th Jan. 2017 5:01 AM

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 18: Beth Mooney of the Heat bats during the WBBL match between the Scorchers and Heat at WACA on December 18, 2016 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Mooney carries bat in Heat's WBBL win over Hobart

Opener Beth Mooney scored 78 from 60 balls in the Brisbane Heat's win over the Hurricanes.

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08th Jan. 2017 3:01 PM

HOBART, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 08: Beth Mooney of the Heat bats during the Women's Big Bash League match between the Hobart Hurricanes and the Brisbane Heat at Blundstone Arena on January 8, 2017 in Hobart, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

Carly edges closer to a magenta WBBL start

Woodford Island teenager Carly Leeson is ready for her WBBL debut, she just needs a chance in a stacked Sydney Sixers...

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13th Jan. 2017 8:01 AM

WBBL: Mooney says Heat must play consistent cricket

For opener Beth Mooney, it is now vital the Heat take control of their fortune.

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13th Jan. 2017 7:01 PM

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 02: Beth Mooney of the Heat keeps wicket during the WBBL match between Heat and Thunder at Blacktown International Sportspark on January 2, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

Beth's birthday knock enough to earn Big Bash win

Beth Mooney's 45 leads Brisbane Heat to Women's Big Bash League win over Melbourne Renegades.

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14th Jan. 2017 1:01 PM

Brisbane Heat women to miss Indian star

Mandhana out of action with serious knee injury

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18th Jan. 2017 11:01 AM

Jess ready to fire as Heat chases finals berth

Rockhampton's Jess Jonassen is hoping to get among the runs in the Brisbane Heat's must-win double header against the...

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19th Jan. 2017 4:01 PM

STRIKE POWER: Jess Jonassen wants to "lead from the front” in the Brisbane Heat's double header at the Gabba.

Stage set for Big Bash League finals

The WACA and the Gabba hosting semi-finals this week

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22nd Jan. 2017 10:01 AM

Luke Wright in action for the Stars during their last clash with the Brisbane Heat.

Kimmince unable to lift Heat to semi-final win

THE Brisbane Heat's hopes of a Big Bash League double have ended as the Perth Scorchers win the Women's Big Bash League...

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24th Jan. 2017 4:01 PM

WARWICK PAIR: Brisbane Heat players Mark Steketee and Delissa Kimmince at training last week.

Mooney named WBBL's player of the tournament

"If I don't get picked (for Australia) then I might have a longer holiday,” Mooney quipped.

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29th Jan. 2017 12:01 PM

Hervey Bay product and Brisbane Heat opener-keeper Beth Mooney at Allan Border Field, Brisbane.

Gympie looks to implement women's cricket competition

In the spirit of the successful Women's Big Bash League, the Gympie Regional Cricket Association is putting plans in place...

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02nd Feb. 2017 8:02 AM

TALENT: Gympie cricketer Alice Cartwright has recently represented Queensland.

The women giving their all to put their sport centre-stage

SHOTS ring out across the compound. Startled women scurry out of their makeshift beds.

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04th Feb. 2017 11:02 AM

Queensland Firebirds star Gretel Tippett takes part in a military obstacle course at the Land Warfare Centre, Kokoda Barracks in Canungra.

Meet the Gympie women who brought cricket to town

Two pioneers of Gympie women's cricket want permanent competition

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11th Feb. 2017 9:02 AM

PIONEERS: Gympie women Cricketers Elaine Klee and Esme Kunst played in the first Gympie women's cricket competition in 1952.

Beth Mooney named Brisbane Heat's MVP again

The batter/wicket-keeper has now played nine ODIs for the Southern Stars, along with 13 Twenty20 Internationals.

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08th April 2017 3:04 PM

MVP: Beth Mooney was named Brisbane Heat's MVP.

Big Bash T20 leagues just got a little bigger

Fixtures for both BBL 07 and the Women's Big Bash League released

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31st July 2017 4:07 PM

Michael Klinger and Ian Bell of the Scorchers celebrate after winning last season's BBL grand final match.

Mooney confident of Queensland Fire's WNCL chances

Mooney said she believed Queensland would end the WNCL season as champions.

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06th Oct. 2017 11:10 AM

ON FIRE: Queensland Fire opener Beth Mooney hit 73 in her first WNCL innings of the season.

Money on Mooney to shine in Women's Big Bash League

THE Perth Scorchers have put a target on Brisbane Heat star Beth Mooney in their Women’s Big Bash League opener in Sydney...

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08th Dec. 2017 8:12 AM

L-R Suzie Bates, Georgia Elwiss, Harmanprett Kaur, Amy Satterthwaite, Piepa Cleary, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney and Erin Fazackerley at the launch of the third WBBL season at the Carriageworks in Sydney. Matches start this weekend in Sydney. Picture. Phil Hillyard

Hill keen to make big bash return

Sunshine Coast product Courtney Hill endured a rough season last year but now she's back and itching for a chance to make a...

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11th Dec. 2017 6:12 AM

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 10: Courtney Hill of the Heat poses with Nickelodeon Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles during the Women's Big Bash League WBBL match between the Perth Scorchers and the Brisbane Heat at North Sydney Oval on December 10, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

Heat star returns to field of nightmares

DEANDRA Dottin will run on to Allan Border Field today for the first time since her sickening collision in last summer’s...

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15th Dec. 2017 9:12 AM

Brisbane Heat West Indies star Deandra Dottin. Picture: Annette Dew

Mooney misfires as Heat shares spoils with Scorchers

Reigning Brisbane Heat MVP Beth Mooney has struggled for momentum in her first two Women's Big Bash League games.

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17th Dec. 2017 1:12 PM

SLOW START: Beth Mooney in action for the Brisbane Heat.

Hill hopeful of bright future for women's cricket

CRICKET: Newly created pathways for women playing cricket in the region could foster future stars of the game, according to...

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22nd Dec. 2017 6:12 PM

BRIGHT FUTURE: Brisbane Heat player Courtney Hill is proud to see cricket rise in popularity on the Sunshine Coast.

Mooney's back to her best form after a slow start

Two unbeaten innings, two player of the match awards, and, most importantly to Mooney and her Heat teammates, two vital...

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05th Jan. 2018 4:01 PM

ON TOP: Beth Mooney is back to her best.

Mooney credits bowlers for Heat's return to WBBL form

Brisbane Heat Beth Mooney has said her side's bowlers deserve credit just hours after she collected a third consecutive...

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07th Jan. 2018 5:01 PM

THREE STRAIGHT: Brisbane Heat's Beth Mooney has now produced three straight Player of the Match performances in the WBBL. She scored three half-centuries in the three-straight wins.

Big Bash success could bring bigger events to Mackay

The Women's Big Bash League's (WBBL) double header between the Brisbane Heat and Melbourne Stars at Harrup Park just the...

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08th Jan. 2018 5:01 PM

Emma Inglis (right) of the Melbourne Renegades celebrates as Haidee Birkett of the Brisbane Heat is bowled during the WBBL game on December 23.

Australian cricket star to blaze a trail at Harrup Park

Star Australian all-rounder wants to help light the way at Harrup Park.

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11th Jan. 2018 6:01 AM

HEATING UP: Jessica Jonassen celebrates taking a wicket against the Sydney Sixers during a Women's Big Bash League clash at North Sydney Oval in December.

Eat Street to turn up the Heat at WBBL clashes

THE first WBBL matches in Mackay promise to deliver a major boost for sporting fans, but a food frenzy "crossover”...

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11th Jan. 2018 8:01 AM

LOOK, EAT STREET: Brisbane captain Kirby Short and her team will bring the Heat to Mackay, while the return of Eat Street will bring a crossover of fans.

Brisbane Heat expecting hot weather factor against Stars

Brisbane may have brought the heat to the WBBL, but it's Mackay the side is expecting to really turn up the temperature...

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11th Jan. 2018 5:01 PM

Brisbane Heat stars Beth Mooney and Jessica Jonassen arrive at Mackay Airport on Thursday.

Heat shooting for five straight against Stars

The Brisbane Heat will be shooting for five wins-in-a-row when they meet the rejuvenated Melbourne Stars at Harrup Park...

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12th Jan. 2018 8:01 AM

The Brisbane Heat meets the Melbourne stars in the first of their WBBL clashes at Harrup Park on Friday night.

Fans flock to Harrup Park for WBBL clash

Mackay might have uncovered Australia's most committed cricket fan

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12th Jan. 2018 6:01 PM

Shane Collins of Brisbane, who flew to Mackay to collect WBBL signatures, might just be Australia's biggest WBBL supporter.

Heat burns the Stars at new home away from home

THE Brisbane Heat have six wins in a row in their sights after a five-wicket victory over the Melbourne Stars at Harrup...

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13th Jan. 2018 12:01 PM

Hailed Burkett (left) of the Heat and Beth Mooney (right) of the Heat celebrate the wicket of Katie Mack of the Stars during the Womens Big Bash League (WBBL) cricket match between Brisbane Heat and Melbourne Stars at Harrup Park, Mackay on Friday, January 12.

Mooney smashes 60 but Sixers bowlers roll to win

A sensational 60-run innings was not enough for Beth Mooney and her Brisbane Heat teammates to overcome Sydney Sixers.

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18th Jan. 2018 5:01 PM

GOOD INNINGS: Beth Mooney bats during the Women's Big Bash League loss to Sydney Sixers.

Pioneers create a women's cricket pathway

What started out as a scratch-match with a wheelie bin has grown into a phenomenon for Pioneer Valley Cricket Club's...

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11th Oct. 2018 6:10 AM

Pioneer Valley Cricket Club junior Eeden Thompson at the Women's Big Bash at Harrup Park In January.

Spinner weaves her way into Strikers side

THE Adelaide Strikers have pulled off a Big Bash coup by luring one of the world’s best women’s spin bowlers Danielle...

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11th Oct. 2018 8:10 AM

England bowler Danielle Hazell celebrates taking a wicket during the ICC Women's World Cup in 2017 match against South Africa in Bristol Picture: Stu Forster/Getty

Knott ties up Brisbane Heat selection

Mackay product caps off rapid rise with selection in the Brisbane Heat's 2018-19 Women's Big Bash League squad.

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24th Nov. 2018 10:11 AM

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