Dragons announce new signings

Jay King (Shawn Smits)

Gisborne has added some key pieces as it aims to get back to the top of the Gisborne and District Cricket Association McIntyre Cup.

The Dragons have announced three new signings for the 2023-24 season, with two of them familiar faces at Gardiner Reserve.

Jay King returns to the club after a season off.

“We welcome Jay back to Gisborne after a year away from the game,” the club said on social media.

“Kingy is a three time Gisborne premiership player and we can’t wait to have him on board for the 2023-24 season. He will strengthen our already strong bowling cartel and his experience will be enormous for our club.”

Warren Kelly returns to the club having played for Kealba-Green Gully in the North West Metropolitan Cricket Association last season.

Like King, Kelly is a premiership player with the Dragons and will provide another option at the top of the order.

Also making the move from Kealba-Green Gully is Jarrod Catania.

He is a fast opening bowler who will provide our group with a lot of experience,” the club said.

“We look forward to seeing what Jarrod can do in his first year with the Dragons.”

The Dragons have also announced the re-signings of Darcy Thomas, Riley Vernon, Leigh Brennan and Harry Luxmoore.