Josie Dooley medically evacuated to Brisbane after suffering a stroke while on holidays
A South Australian cricketer had to be medically evacuated from Hawaii following brain surgery and 30 days in hospital after she suffered a stroke while on holidays.
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South Australian cricketer Josie Dooley is being treated in a Brisbane hospital after being medically evacuated from Hawaii where she suffered a stroke while on holidays and spent 30 days in hospital.
Dooley, 24, who plays for the Melbourne Renegades in the WBBL and state cricket for South Australia, required urgent neurosurgical treatment in the US before being cleared to fly home.
She suffered a “serious medical incident” as a result of hydrocephalus, an abnormal build-up of cerebrospinal fluid in cavities in the brain, causing pressure.
An avid surfer who once considered going professional if her skills had matched her cricket ability, Dooley suffered the stroke on the Hawaiian island of Kauai on April 15 and was flown to Honolulu for urgent treatment. The South Australian Cricket Association released a statement on Monday outlining Dooley’s situation and confirmed she was still undergoing treatment.
“Josie was on the Hawaiian island of Kauai when she suffered a stroke as a result of hydrocephalus and was required to be airlifted to Honolulu to receive urgent neurosurgical treatment,” the statement read.
“Following surgery, Josie remained in the neurosciences ICU of the Queen’s Hospital in Honolulu for 18 days before progressing to a neurosurgical ward where she remained for a further 12 days.
“Once she was fit to fly, Josie was medically evacuated to her hometown of Brisbane where she was readmitted to hospital.
“Josie is making progress in her recovery and would like to thank her family, friends and teammates for their love and support over this challenging time. The Dooley family request privacy at this time.”
Dooley played 11 matches for South Australia last year in the domestic one-day competition, making 285 runs.
She also played all 14 games for the Renegades in the WBBL.
“Like many in the Australian cricket community, the Melbourne Renegades are thinking of our beloved team member, Josie Dooley, as she faces her current health battle,” the Renegades said in a statement.
“Josie is a much-loved member of our playing group and a favourite with our fans. We see her strength, dedication and spirit during the WBBL and we know this will guide her through this challenge.”
Dooley is the sister of Hobart Hurricanes spinner Paddy Dooley, who’s unique windmill bowling style made him a cult hero in the Big Bash League.
Originally published as Josie Dooley medically evacuated to Brisbane after suffering a stroke while on holidays
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