Tasmania Locks In Star For Two Years

Monday, October 24, 2022

The Tasmania JackJumpers have secured the signing of Jack McVeigh until the end of the 2024/2025 Hungry Jack's NBL Season.

McVeigh boasts career-high averages for points (14.9 a game), assists and steals this season, and has become a valued member of the JackJumpers' roster.

"I’ve absolutely loved my time in Tasmania, it really does feel like home. I feel like I can be my true self here and play my best basketball,"McVeigh told the club's website.

“To have 5,000 (at MyState Bank Arena) chanting your name is just crazy, it was like an out of body experience. I love the people here, it’s an incredible feeling to have so many people have your back."

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McVeigh is finding career-best form, having returned from a shoulder injury he sustained during his time with the Boomers squad for the FIBA World Cup qualifiers.

The 26-year-old was awarded the NBL Blitz MVP, being the only player in the league to poll votes in all three preseason games.

"Jack exemplifies everything we want in players who pull on our jersey – authentic, humble and always hungry to improve himself and those around him," CEO Simon Brookhouse said.

"We couldn’t be happier to have Jack on board for the next two seasons and continue to build a strong culture and foundation of this club."

Read the full story here >> McVeigh here to stay with new 2-year deal