Reigning Sullivan Medallist Jarryd Vernon is locked in for another season with Gisborne in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association.
A Gisborne local, Vernon returned to the Dragons last season after a couple of years playing in the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association with Spotswood.
Vernon, who captained the Dragons last season, made 835 runs at a competition high average of 83.50, with a highest score of 178.
He also took 24 wickets, the sixth most in the competition.
Vernon won the Sullivan Medal by a massive seven votes, ahead of teammate Mick Allen.
The Dragons spent all of last season on top of the ladder, before being knocked out in the semi finals to eventual premiers Romsey, in just their second loss for the season.
Vernon said following his best and fairest win that the group had been looking to stick together and get even stronger.
The Dragons have also announced the re-signing of Matt Barake.
“Matt had an outstanding season in his first year with the Mac’s,” the club said on social media.
“His energy behind the stumps throughout the year was superb.
“Matt’s batting also played a big part in our success in the 2022-23 season. We look forward to watching Matt develop his game again this year.”
The two re-signings follow a number of announcements made earlier in the off season.
Jay King and Warren Kelly both return to the club where they are premiership players.
Jarrod Catania joined the club from Kealba-Green Gully.
The Dragons have also re-signed Darcy Thomas, Riley Vernon, Leigh Brennan and Harry Luxmoore.
