Tara Wheeler has been in the Queensland Cricket Junior programs from the Under 12s all the way up to the Under 18s and represented Queensland in both the 15s and 18s.
Tara opens the batting, bowls leg spin and is co-captain of the Gold Coast Dolphins first grade team and was recently picked in the Queensland premier Cricket team of the 2019/20 season
Let’s find out more about Tara cricket journey
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Welcome Tara
Firstly, what year you were born?
1999
What’s your nickname?
Gecko
What was your most memorable in junior cricket?
Taking my first 5 wicket haul
Do you have a regular pre-game routine?
Listen to Triple J
What do you like to do on your days off?
Go to the beach
How do you amuse yourself on a plane flight?
Listening to music
Which singer/band would you like to see perform live?
DMA’s, Chainsmokers & Tash Sultana
Who is the king of selfies at your club?
We don't have many players who take selfies but Grace is the King of Tik Toc
Who’s your funniest team mate?
Carly, Eliza and Grace make me laugh the most
If you won the lottery, what would you buy first?
A house & through a massive party
What’s your favourite country to visit?
Japan
Who was your childhood hero?
Michael Hussey
Who is the fastest bowler you’ve played against?
Sammy-Jo Johnson
Who is the best spinner you’ve played against?
Jemma Barsby
Who are the two opponents in Queensland Cricket you admire most in terms of skills and competitive spirit?
Delissa Kimmince and Sammy-Jo Johnson
What’s been your most memorable moment in cricket?
Taking 6/15 in a T20 at the National Championships but also just playing with DK, Sammy and Georgia we don’t have the luxury of playing with them a hell of a lot due to their hectic schedules.
Is there a Coach (Mentor) that stands out more than the other in shaping your game?
Ryan Leloux
What’s the best win you’ve been involved with?
Super Over against Western Australia Nationals 2015 in Canberra
What’s your most treasured possession?
Framed personalised signed Cricket Bat and Ball from Dennis Lillee.
What’s your favourite food?
Dumplings
What’s your favourite TV show?
Grey’s Anatomy
Three things you would like to do outside of cricket?
Snowboarding in Canada, attend Coachella, watch Stephen Curry play live
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