Our Team

Nathan Lyon, born in Young, New South Wales, is one of the most celebrated off-spin bowlers in Australian cricket history. His rise to fame is a tale of grit and perseverance - starting as a groundskeeper at Adelaide Oval, Lyon's bowling talent was spotted while he worked behind the scenes, eventually earning him a spot in the national squad. He made his Test debut in 2011 against Sri Lanka, famously taking a wicket with his very first ball. Since then, Lyon has become a fixture in Australia's Test team, known for his deceptive flight, bounce, and tactical brilliance. He holds the record for the most Test wickets by an Australian off-spinner, surpassing Hugh Trumble's tally in 2015, and has now taken over 570 Test wickets. Nicknamed "The GOAT" (Greatest of All Time), Lyon has played pivotal roles in Ashes series, overseas tours, and World Test Championship campaigns. Off the field, he's a family man with 3 children. From rolling pitches to rolling over batting line-ups, Lyon's journey is a testament to resilience, passion, and the enduring magic of spin.

Tom Carter is a former professional rugby union player turned elite athletic performance coach and entrepreneur. Born in Young, New South Wales, Carter carved out a formidable career with the NSW Waratahs, earning 85 Super Rugby caps, and dominating the Shute Shield with eight premierships for Sydney University. After retiring from professional play, Carter channelled his passion for athletic development into founding Human Performance, a cutting-edge strength and conditioning business. His philosophy blends scientific training methods with the human element of sport, focusing on personalized programs that enhance physical, psychological, and nutritional performance. Carter's influence extends beyond rugby. He's worked with elite athletes across disciplines - including cricket legends like Brad Haddin and Nathan Lyon, the role of Head of Athletic Performance for Australia's Women's Rugby Sevens team (winners of a historic Triple Crown, winning 50 out of 55 games in a single season) and is currently Head of Athletic Performance at NSW Waratahs. Armed with a Master of Exercise Science, Carter is also committed to education, helping schools and institutions build performance cultures through tailored athletic development programs. Driven by a desire to help others unlock their potential, Tom Carter continues to shape the future of sport - one athlete, one team, one breakthrough at a time.

John Davison, is a celebrated cricket coach and former international player whose career spans continents and formats. Representing both Canada and Australia, Davison made global headlines during the 2003 Cricket World Cup with a record-breaking century—111 off 76 balls against the West Indies. He played in three World Cups (2003, 2007, 2011), captained Canada, and had a successful domestic career with Victoria and South Australia. His standout First-Class performance includes an astonishing 17 wickets for 137 runs against the USA. As a spin bowling specialist with Cricket Australia, Davison has mentored elite talents like Nathan Lyon and Mitchell Swepson, contributing to two World Cup-winning campaigns. His nickname reflects his rare ability to decode the art of spin and communicate its subtleties with clarity and precision. His coaching philosophy blends technical insight with intuitive feel, helping bowlers adapt to conditions and build mental resilience.

Brendan Lyon is a highly experienced and passionate cricket coach who has dedicated his career to developing junior talent across New South Wales and beyond. As the founder of Lyon Cricket, Brendan leads one of the region's premier coaching academies, offering tailored clinics and one-on-one sessions that focus on batting, bowling, and fielding excellence. With PDHPE qualifications and coaching accreditation, Brendan brings playing experience in Perth, ACT and NSW to his formats and has built a reputation as a batting and emerging talent coach. He is known for blending technical expertise with mentorship to help young cricketers build confidence and character. His coaching philosophy is empowering young athletes to "follow their dreams and be the best they can be" and his coaching style is interactive, focused, and fun - designed to build not just skills, but lifelong love for the game.

Mike McCarthy is the Co-Founder of GOATD, a business focused on regional and rural Australia and determined to create opportunities to strengthen leadership within communities so that talent there thrives. Through live experiences, real leadership conversation and practical resources, GOATD strengthens the environment where people can grow, contribute and thrive. With a background in business and a love of sport, McCarthy brings a unique blend of commercial experience and sports administration experience. As the father-in-law of Australian cricket legend Nathan Lyon, McCarthy has witnessed first-hand the highs and challenges of professional sport. This perspective inspired him to help athletes build purpose beyond the playing field - leading to the creation of GOATD, a space where athletes can share their stories, mindset, and behind-the-scenes. After a decade-long retirement, McCarthy returned with renewed energy, helping shape GOATD into a platform to positively inspire young people to be the best version of themselves.