No. 9–Waverly Falcons | |
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Position | Forward |
League | WNBL |
Personal information | |
Born | Frankston, Victoria | 7 August 1989
Nationality | Australian |
Listed height | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
Career information | |
College | Gonzaga (2008–2012) |
Playing career | 2012–present |
Career history | |
2012–2013 | Townsville Fire |
2014–2015 | Melbourne Boomers |
2015–2016 | Adelaide Lightning |
2016–2018 | Melbourne Boomers |
Career highlights and awards | |
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