There were some experienced players based in NZ, who Lewis definitely wanted to pick, but who made themselves unavailable. I think because they have stable employment in NZ, so throwing that away for a part time 4-5 mth gig based in Aus, on not great wages was unattractive.
From memory Anna Green was one. But I think there was 1-2 others?? Longo probably.
It was a rushed ALW entry. Remember they only got a team sponsor days before Game 1. But if 6-8 of the 11-14 young Kiwi players (2-3 of the 'Aussies' are dual citizens??), become long term good pros then it's a successful Season 1 as such.
Team/club will be a lot better prepared 2022/23.
From memory Anna Green was one. But I think there was 1-2 others?? Longo probably.
It was a rushed ALW entry. Remember they only got a team sponsor days before Game 1. But if 6-8 of the 11-14 young Kiwi players (2-3 of the 'Aussies' are dual citizens??), become long term good pros then it's a successful Season 1 as such.
Team/club will be a lot better prepared 2022/23.