Ruby Bakewell-Doran

tering her fifth season as a full-time Firebird, two-time Laura Geitz Medallist Ruby Bakewell-Doran has cemented her place as the club’s standout defender and an emerging leader. 

In 2025 she was named co-captain, leading the team for the first time while maintaining her consistent impact. 

Ever-present for three straight seasons, the Queensland pathways product tallied 15 intercepts, 34 deflections and 23 rebounds in 2025 after ranking second in the league for minutes played in 2024.