The 21-year-old had a remarkable summer, finishing as Northcote's highest runscorer with 655 runs, including five half-centuries at an average of 40.94, while taking 15 wickets.

Lalor also captained Northcote in the Vic Super Slam, excelling as a new leader in the club.

The all-rounder has been touted as a contender for Victorian state selection.

"I think it's probably every young cricketer's goal I guess (to play for their state), but for me at the minute it's probably just to try and be consistent, try and have a consistent year," Lalor told The Courier last year.

"If you get runs on the board you put your name out there, they've almost got no reason why not to give you a crack at the 2nd XI cricket."

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