A KEY cog in Bendigo Spirit’s rise to WNBL champions last season, Abbey Wehrung, has recommitted for the club’s title defence.<\/p>\n
Wehrung, who had an outstanding personal season in 2024-25, being named as the league’s Sixth Woman of the Year, adds to an exciting roster for the Spirit as the club builds towards defending their championship.<\/p>\n
Wehrung performed as a valuable scoring threat in the championship-winning season, showcasing her immense skill throughout the finals run.<\/p>\n
She averaged 7.7 points, 2.1 rebounds, 1.2 assists and .5 steals in 23.5 minutes of game time in her crucial role off the bench.<\/p>\n
It followed a stellar 2024 year in the National Basketball League 1 competition, in which she was voted the South Conference’s defensive player of the year, as well as being named the Ballarat Miners’ defensive player of the year.<\/p>\n
Again playing for the Miners this season, Wehrung is averaging 17.82 points per game, 5.82 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.64 steals.<\/p>\n
Wehrung’s composure in high-pressure moments and defensive prowess has been continually showcased.<\/p>\n
Her aggressive and tireless presence on the court continually proves her imperative position with the Spirit.<\/p>\n
The 29-year-old guard also has a significant amount of national representation under her belt, having worn the green and gold on several occasions, most recently as a part of the 2021 Australian Opals team that took home the bronze medal at the 2021 FIBA Asia Cup.<\/p>\n
In her second stint with the Spirit, Wehrung is thrilled to remain with the club for another season.<\/p>\n
“I’m super excited to be back with the Spirit for another season. Last season was obviously incredible and I’m excited to see what we can do this year,” she said.<\/p>\n
“I love this club, I love this team, I love the community, and I love that I can play professionally so close to home.<\/p>\n
“It was a no brainer to re-sign \u2013 it’s such a special time to be playing at the Spirit.”<\/p>\n
Spirit general manager Dan Jackson shared his excitement at Wehrung’s re-signing.<\/p>\n
“We are thrilled that Abbey chose to continue her career with Bendigo Spirit,” he said.<\/p>\n
“She is a hugely respected, popular teammate and member of our community, whose shooting, defence and professionalism will continue to be assets for our club.”<\/p>\n
Wehrung joins championship-winning skipper Kelsey Griffin, Isobel Borlase, Olivia Pollerd, Kelsey Rees and Casey Samuels as players announced on the Spirit roster for this season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
A KEY cog in Bendigo Spirit’s rise to WNBL champions last season, Abbey Wehrung, has recommitted for the club’s title defence. Wehrung, who had an outstanding personal season in 2024-25, being named as the league’s Sixth Woman of the Year, adds to an exciting roster for the Spirit as the club builds towards defending their […]<\/p>\n