Geelong Jets add two players and coach

THE Geelong Jets have locked in more elements of their inaugural team in the Bowls Premier League (BPL), revealing two more players and a coach for the side.

Scottish lawn bowls world champion Paul Foster was announced as the Jets’ debut player last week, and he will be joined by two-time Commonwealth Games champion Aaron Wilson, Australian Jackaroo Jamie-Lee Worsnop, and coach Matt Flapper.

Wilson has dominated the world stage over recent years, and his BPL experience with the Sydney Lions will make him a key asset for the team.

“Joining a new franchise is always a thrilling challenge, I have loved my time with the Sydney Lions but now a new opportunity presents,”  Wilson said.

“The BPL is an incredible competition, and I am looking forward to teaming up with Paul and Jamie-Lee and the rest of the team to make this inaugural event one to remember.”

Originally playing for Cabramatta in New South Wales, Worsnop made her debut for Australia in 2022 and has made 43 international appearances.

“It’s a dream come true to compete at this level, and I can’t wait to represent the Geelong Jets,” Worsnop said.

“The support from Ocean Grove Bowling Club has been phenomenal, and I am grateful for the guidance and encouragement I’ve received.”

Flapper is a former Australian representative, and the general manager of bowls development at Ocean Grove Bowls Club.

“What an opportunity; I am thrilled to be involved with such a talented team,” he said.

“Our roster is filled with exceptional players but more importantly great people who will be terrific ambassadors for the Geelong Jets, and I am eager to see what we can achieve together, it’s going to be thrilling to sit rinkside watching these three strut their stuff,” Flapper said.

“This appointment aligns perfectly with our club’s vision of competing with the nation’s best.

“We are committed to excellence and are excited by representing the Geelong region on the biggest of stages.”

The Geelong Jets have two more players to announce for their side in the BPL, the showpiece television and spectator event for Australian lawn bowls.

BPL20 begins in November.