Bullets sign Brisbane talent to multi-year deal

The Brisbane Bullets announced on Wednesday that they have secured the services of Queensland product Harry Rouhliadeff on a multi-year deal.

A versatile forward, Rouhliadeff returns home after spending the past four years with the Hawai‘i Rainbow Warriors in the NCAA system.

Prior to his collegiate career, Rouhliadeff starred at Villanova College in Coorparoo, where he averaged 30 points and 13 rebounds per game before graduating in 2021.

He was also a key member of the Queensland state team that captured back-to-back titles at the Australia Under 20 National Championships in 2021 and 2022.

Named team captain in his senior season at Hawai‘i, Rouhliadeff helped lead the Rainbow Warriors to their first March Madness appearance in a decade.

He also led the team in both field goal percentage (52.7 per cent) and three-point percentage (39.8 per cent), earning selection in the 2026 Big West Championship All-Tournament Team.

Rouhliadeff has also spent time within the Bullets’ High-Performance Centre environment, including during the club’s NBL26 pre-season program.

“Signing my first professional deal in the city I call home and where I’ve spent time working towards this moment is really special for me,” Rouhliadeff said.

“There is a strong group already assembled with players I’ve been able to learn from and train with previously, which will make that transition easier.

“The chance to play for someone like Coach (Will) Weaver at the start of my career will be hugely beneficial for me.”

He has also suited up for Southern Districts and the Brisbane Capitals in NBL1 North competition.

Rouhliadeff becomes the first new addition to Weaver’s NBL27 roster, following the re-signing of Sam McDaniel.

“It’s great to have a player of Harry’s potential commit to the Bullets,” Weaver said.

“As a Brisbane local, he’s someone our members and supporters can really get behind.

“Coaches and teammates have spoken highly of his professionalism and commitment to winning, which is no surprise given where he comes from.

“With many options available, we are excited that he has chosen the Bullets and the NBL.”

According to reports by ESPN’s Olgun Uluc, the Bullets edged out numerous Japanese teams for Rouhliadeff's signature.

Rouhliadeff and McDaniel are joined by Tyrell Harrison, Jacob Holt, Mitch Norton, Tristan Devers and Taine Murray on Weaver’s squad for next season.

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