Mitch Starc and Alyssa Healy, two of Australia’s most celebrated cricketers and long-time GIANTS supporters, have been officially announced as the GIANTS' new joint number one ticket holders.

Starc, one of Australia’s greatest fast-bowlers, and Healy, captain of the prolific Australian women’s cricket team, are known for their on-field excellence and fierce competitive spirit.  The dynamic cricketing couple, who have been at the forefront of Australian cricket for several years, are known for their commitment and excellence to their craft, their fierce competitiveness and their sportsmanship.

The pair share a deep connection to the Western Sydney community and have been long time GIANTS supporters since living at Breakfast Point with the inaugural GIANTS playing group.

GIANTS Director and inaugural Number One Ticket Holder, Melissa Doyle welcomed Starc and Healy. 

“It has been a great privilege and something I have enjoyed and worked hard at.  As a Board, we are very focused on growing our GIANTS community and I think Mitch and Alyssa can support that ambition” Doyle said.

GIANTS Chief Executive Officer David Matthews thanked Doyle for her time and effort in the role and congratulated Healy and Starc.

“We were fortunate that Mel accepted the position in our very first year and immediately brought her profile and values to the club.  She has helped to build our brand across our Sydney and ACT communities to such an extent that she was elevated to the Board and continues to serve as a Director” Matthews said.

Matthews continued by welcoming Mitch and Alyssa into the role:

“We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Mitch and Alyssa as our new number one ticket holders.

“As two of Australia’s most accomplished cricketers they bring an incredible level of passion and success to our club and we are excited to have them on board as we continue to build our presence both in NSW, the ACT, nationally and also globally.

“They will be exceptional ambassadors for the club, and we look forward to their leadership and support as we enter an exciting new chapter."

Starc celebrated the GIANTS number one ticket holder role:

“I grew up in Baulkham Hills and understand how important all sports are to the communities in Western Sydney. The GIANTS journey has been great to follow and we are both very excited to accept the joint number one ticket holder role.”

Healy continued:

“Our connection with the GIANTS started when the players were based in Breakfast Point. As neighbours we got to know a lot of the players and have followed the growth of the club including the development of AFLW pathways for women and girls. It’s exciting.”

Starc and Healy will both be in attendance at this Sunday’s Opening Round match when the GIANTS take on the Magpies at ENGIE Stadium.