Gisborne premiership captain Jarryd Vernon can add the title coach to his name in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association McIntyre Cup.
The Dragons announced that Vernon would coach the side next season, stepping up and replacing premiership coach Daniel Trevillian.
“At just 29 years old, Jarryd has already compiled an impressive list of achievements at the club, including five 1st XI Premierships (four as captain), five club champion awards, and the 2022-23 Kevin Sullivan Medal for the league’s best player.
“Jarryd expressed his enthusiasm and gratitude for being given the coaching role at the club that has been such an integral part of his life.
“He spoke of the incredible talent within the senior and junior ranks at Gisborne and his eagerness to work with this group to achieve sustained success both on and off the field.
“Jarryd also promised plenty of exciting cricket for members and supporters to enjoy at Gardiner Reserve in the upcoming season.
“A Gisborne local through and through, Jarryd is not only a former club junior but also an outstanding leader and a genuinely nice person.
“We are confident that his appointment will be beneficial to the club.
“The club would also like to take this opportunity to thank outgoing premiership coach Daniel Trevillian for his incredible work over the past couple of years. All the best, DT.”
The Dragons won the McIntyre Cup this year, going through the season undefeated.
