Queensland reveals team for Tennis Victoria Premier League as State v State showdown heats up
Queensland has announced its team for the revamped Tennis Victoria Premier League, with former Australian No. 1 John Millman set to lead a high quality line-up in the new State vs.
Millman will captain the Queensland team featuring Dane Sweeny, Emerson Jones, Olivia Gadecki and Jason Kubler. The team brings a mix of exciting Australian talent and established Grand Slam experience to the three-day competitiion.
The new-look Premier League will have Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia go head-to-head from 11-13 December, with a $100,000 prize pool on the line. As players compete alongside teammates rather than as individuals, the revamped Premier League format brings a new dimension of intensity and rivalry to the tennis coury.
Millman will lead the Queensland team, bringing extensive experience on the international stage. "Premier League is shaping up to be an exciting addition to start the Australian summer.
Queensland is putting together an exceptional team, and I'm thrilled to captain the Maroons." Dane Sweeny will add firepower to the Queensland line-up, currently ranked world No. Sweeny reached the third round of the 2026 US Open and second round of the Australian Open this year, while also winning the ATP Challenger in Brisbane in February.
"The Premier League is an exciting concept, and I love the state versus state mentality. We've got a great line-up so am sure Tennis Queensland will be a formidable opponent come December" If you missed it new Tennis Australia CEO Andrew Abdo had an extended chat to The First Serve Live on Monday night, outlining his vision for the future of Australian tennis.
Emerson Jones has continued her rapid rise over the past 12 months, transitioning from a promising young player to an established international professional. Jones has competed across the ITF, WTA and Grand Slam levels in 2026, reaching a career-high world No.
122 and earning her Australian Open main-draw wildcard through the Pro Tour Wildcard Points Race. Jones said, "I'm really looking forward to representing Queensland in the Premier League and teaming up with John, Dane, Olivia and Jason for what should be a really fun weekend." Australian star Olivia Gadecki will bring further Grand Slam experience to the Queensland team, having successfully defended her Australian Open mixed doubles title alongside John Peers in 2026.