The Sutherland Sharks are thrilled to announce the signing of US Import Forward Laci Hawthorne for the 2025 NBL1 season.

Laci, a power forward out of Texas is no stranger to the NBL1 having played the last two seasons of the NBL1 West for the Lakeside Lightning and East Perth Eagles where she averaged 17 points & 9 rebounds across the two seasons. Laci joins the Sharks women’s team hungry to make an impact in the NBL1 East.

Sharks General Manager Adrian Dark said “Laci is a fantastic addition to our team and our club. We knew we had to add some rebounding and play-making depth to our roster and I think Laci is going to give that to us in spades. She is a powerful athletic two-way player who is capable of playing long stints in games and I think she is going to make a big impact both on and off the court here at the club.”

Laci having arrived in Australia over the weekend has joined her Sharks teammates this week as they prepare for the upcoming NBL1 campaign starting with a match-up with the Penrith Panthers on opening night Saturday 29th March. Women are at 5pm & Men are at 7pm at the Shark Tank.

Make sure you become a Sharks Member to access all the amazing benefits and game day experiences. Visit https://www.intix.com.au/event/2025-sharks-membership to purchase your membership today!

For more team announcements and club news visit the Shark’s website www.sutherlandbasketball.com.au or keep an eye on the Sharks social media channels.

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