Australian women\u2019s coach Shelley Nitschke has inked a three-year contract extension, taking her tenure until at least the end of 2029.<\/p>\n
Nitschke was approaching the end of her initial four-year deal that she signed upon appointment in 2022.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s a huge injection of stability to the Aussies ahead of next month\u2019s Twenty20 World Cup in England and Wales.<\/p>\n
Under Nitschke, Australia has maintained its position as the No.1 ranked team in the world despite undergoing significant transition in team personnel.<\/p>\n
Nitschke said there was \u201cenormous motivation\u201d to secure further accolades during a jam-packed upcoming schedule.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a privilege to continue coaching this team and working with such an outstanding group of players and staff,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve achieved a great deal together, but there\u2019s also enormous motivation around what this group can accomplish in the years ahead.\u201d<\/p>\n
Cricket Australia chief executive Todd Greenberg lauded Nitschke for her impact at the helm.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am delighted Shelley will remain at the helm of the Australian team for the next three years,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cShelley has overseen some outstanding achievements and helped ensure the team\u2019s No.1 world ranking has been maintained throughout her time as coach.<\/p>\n
\u201cShe is also successfully guiding a period of transition with some brilliant young players joining the team from the large pool of women and girls now participating in our game.\u201c<\/p>\n