Joe Medew-Ewen, a Port Fairy junior, debuted for South Australia in the Sheffield Shield this past Saturday while Nirranda's Brody Couch earned a Victoria cap in the state's one-day loss to Tasmania on Wednesday.

Both players cemented their credentials as long-term prospects.

Medew-Ewen finished the red-ball encounter with total figures of 3-165, which included the wicket of former Australia captain David Warner, while Couch was Victoria's most economical bowler with 1-19 off seven overs.

McLeod said it was evidence of the association's strong investment in junior cricket. He said it was vital for clubs and associations to invest in young talent.

"I had a fair bit to do with Brody when he was involved in the Western Waves and he's someone who has always had ability. He showed a lot of talent when he was younger," McLeod said.

"He's grown bigger and stronger and the work he's put in at Geelong means (the Victoria call-up) was a great reward.

"I've seen a bit of Joe in my time coaching juniors at Port Fairy as well and he's made a lot of great progression. It's the same with Tommy Jackson from Woodford."

The duo are the first first-class cricketers since Nirranda's Tim Ludeman retired from professional cricket after a long domestic and Big Bash League career.

Couch was on the cusp of a Big Bash League debut for Melbourne Renegades in the summer but was forced to bide his time until Victoria coach Chris Rogers unveiled him as one of three debutants on Tuesday.

Jackson, meanwhile, has a rookie contract with Victoria but is yet to debut.

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