Sarah Elsworthy is headed back to the WNBL.
The captain of Geelong United in the NBL1 has been named as the latest signing for United’s entry into the WNBL this season.
She previously spent four years with the Adelaide Lightning in the top flight competition.
“Getting my second chance in the WNBL was something I thought I’d never get,” she said.
“Playing in the first Geelong United WNBL team in a community I really care about, it’s such a great opportunity.”
She said she was ready to create the culture that would be a part of the team’s future.
“I just want to be a great teammate and work hard. I’m really looking forward to being a part of
something so special for Geelong,” she said.
“It’s all about valuing and playing for the jersey. We now get to create that team culture and pride in playing for Geelong United, and represent the region like it should be represented.”
Coach Chris Lucas – who also coached Elsworthy in Adelaide – said she would bring value to the team.
“Her defensive pressure has always been her strength, but there’s aspects of her
game that have made significant improvement,” he said.
“She’s found ways to improve her offensive game – her penetration game has improved, her passing and three point shot have improved, she just works extremely hard and will play her role within the team perfectly.”
