Tryon named in South Africa Women's WT20 squad

Chloe Tryon has been named in the 14-member South Africa squad to take part in the ICC Women's World Twenty20 in the Caribbean in May 2010, as a reward for her stunning form in the CSA Women's Provincial League this season.

Senior National Coach, Noor Rhode said on Cricket South Africa (CSA) website: "Nobody's place in the women's squad is secure and Chloe has pushed some of the experienced campaigners this season. She has been superb for Gauteng and she can definitely play an important role in women's cricket in the future. We have kept it consistent with 12 of the 14 players having taken part in the last home series against the West Indies but have included some dynamic performers."

16-year-old Tryon is a talented all-rounder and was the leading wicket-taker in the CSA competition with 20 wickets. She is also a powerful hitter of the ball, a skill useful in Twenty20 cricket. On her appointment, she said excitedly: "Bowling is my strong point but I can definitely bat as well. The team has had disappointing runs at previous tournaments so hopefully I can help the team bring the trophy home."

The squad is led by Cri-Zelda Brits, after a two-year absence in charge. Susan Benade has been included in the team while Kirsty Thomson and Marizanne Kapp have been dropped.

The full squad is as follows: Cri-Zelda Brits (captain), Susan Benade, Trisha Chetty, Mignon du Preez, Shandre Fritz, Shabnum Ismail, Ashlyn Kilowan, Marcia Letsoalo, Sunette Loubser, Alicia Smith, Angelique Taai, Chloe Tryon, Charlize van der Westhuizen, Dane van Niekerk.