Youth Player of the Year signs with Ballarat

Reigning NBL1 South Youth Player of the Year Luke Rosendale has signed with the Ballarat Miners for the 2024 season. 

2023 was a breakout season for Rosendale, averaging 16.1 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.6 assists for the Bendigo Braves last season – leading them to a 10-12 record, 13th on the NBL1 South ladder.

Currently a development player with the South East Melbourne Phoenix, Rosendale has played in 13 games this season and is averaging 3.2 points in five minutes per game. 

Ballarat Miners Head Coach, Luke Brennan, said he is thrilled to have Rosendale on board.

“I immediately was impressed by his demeanour and work ethic. Fast forward six months and nothing has changed,” he told the Miners.

“A tireless worker who makes his teammates better, he is going to be a great addition to our team… He will give us some defensive tenacity and shot-making on the court, and off the court he will be a great leader for our program.” 

The 23-year-old guard said he is excited to be playing for the Miners this coming season. 

“I’m really excited to be joining the Miners for season 2024 and am looking forward to continuing to improve my game under Coach Brennan,” he said.

“The playing group that’s being assembled is one full of really great people that will make it a very enjoyable season and I can’t wait for it to begin.“

Rosendale joins NBL1 South First-Team member Tyler Rudolph on the roster for the 2024 season. 

Stay up-to-date with all the latest NBL1 signings via the 2024 Roster Tracker here.