Gabi Simpson

Lured north from NSW as a teenager in 2013, Gabi Simpson is now firmly established as a legend of the Queensland Firebirds.

An athletics star in her youth, Simpson remains one of the hardest-working players in the competition along with a toughness and determination that has brought her dual-premiership success and over 40 appearances for Australia including the 2018 Commonwealth Games silver medal.

The Firebirds captain for five years from 2017-21, Simpson added academic success to her achievements in 2022, graduating from the University of Queensland as valedictorian with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours).

Her off-court success hasn't dulled her desire for more sporting glory however, with the 30-year-old entering her 11th SSN campaign eager to use her natural leadership qualities to guide the Firebirds back to the top.