Tara Murray
Keilor Thunder’s squad for the National Basketball League 1 South women’s competition have received a massive boost with Maddy Rocci signing with the club.
The Thunder announced that the Southside Flyers guard and Opals squad member would be joining the new-look Thunder side under Kristi Harrower.
Rocci is a two-time Women’s National Basketball League champion. This season with the Flyers, she’s averaging 10.4 points, 4.7 assists and 3.8 rebounds per game.
Harrower said they were absolutely thrilled to welcome Maddy to the Keilor Thunder family.
“Maddy’s skill set, leadership, and competitive spirit align perfectly with our team’s values,” she said. “We believe her presence on the court will not only enhance our performance but also inspire our players to reach new heights.”
Rocci, who grew up in Melbourne’s west, also shared her enthusiasm about joining the Thunder. Rocci has been playing in the NBL1 North competition the past few WNBL off seasons.
“I am excited to sign with Keilor and play under Kristi,” she said . “As a point guard, I am always looking to improve and develop my game.
“Kristi [who was also a point guard] is someone I know I can learn from given her experience in the WNBA, WNBL and with the Opals”
Rocci is the second WNBL player to sign with the squad.
Rising Adelaide Lightning star Isabelle Bourne is making the move across to Victoria. Thunder junior and Melbourne Boomers development player Grace Graham is also part of the squad.
