Sunshine Coast Lightning has lost another key player for next season.
Lightning vice-captain Tara Hinchliffe has told the club she is leaving to play for another team in 2026.
Hinchliffe joined the Lightning in 2022.
The defender made her Australian Diamonds debut in 2023 but unfortunately suffered an ACL rupture shortly after which saw her miss the 2023 season.
Sunshine Coast Lightning Head Coach Belinda Reynolds said while she was disappointed to see Hinchliffe depart, she respected her decision.
“Tarzy has been an important part of our club for the past four seasons and we’re sad to see her go,” she said.
“She’s an incredible athlete and one of the most caring teammates you’ll ever meet.
“It’s disappointing we won’t see her in the yellow dress next year but we completely respect her decision to take on this new opportunity and look forward to seeing what she can achieve in the years to come.”
Last week Reilley Batcheldor also announced she was leaving to join the Melbourne Mavericks.
The Lightning have four spots left in their roster for 2026 with Cara Koenen, Liz Watson, Courtney Bruce, Ashleigh Ervin, Leesa Mi Mi and Mahalia Cassidy all re-signed.
