29 March 2018: The University of Canberra Capitals are delighted to announce the re-signing of Keely Froling for the next two seasons.
The 2018/19 WNBL season will be her third with the UC Capitals, with Froling joining the club in 2016 after two seasons of college basketball in Texas.
- University of Canberra Capitals signing Keely Froling and head coach Paul Goriss will be available for interview at 9:30am TODAY at UC’s Sporting Commons (Building 29)
The 22-year-old said she is pleased to be continuing her career with the UC Capitals.
“I’ve loved playing for the UC Capitals and I’m excited to be returning for a third season,” Froling said. “Having some consistency with the coaching staff has really helped me improve my game and I’m excited to continue to learn and grow at the UC Capitals.”
Froling will spend the WNBL off-season playing her second season with the Canberra Capitals Academy in the SEABL and is in her second year of a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the University of Canberra.
She was also part of the emerging Australian Opals squad alongside teammate Lauren Scherf. The side won gold at the World University Games in Taipei last August.
Froling will juggle part-time work, study and her WNBL commitments.
“It’s pretty full on but I wouldn’t have it any other way. I’m really enjoying studying at UC while playing for the UC Capitals – it’s a great fit for me,” she said.
Head coach Paul Goriss said he was thrilled to have Froling on his roster again.
“Keely showed great improvement throughout the 2017/18 WNBL season,” Goriss said.
“She worked hard in the off-season and this showed on the court.
“She stepped up, especially at the defensive end, and shot the ball well from the three-point line. She showed tremendous consistency throughout the season.”
Froling is the fourth signing for the UC Capitals and joins Leilani Mitchell, Kelsey Griffin and Lauren Scherf.
WHAT: University of Canberra Capitals player announcement. Keely Froling and head coach Paul Goriss will be available for interview.
WHEN: TODAY, Thursday 29 March, 9:30am – 10am
WHERE: Foyer of Sporting Commons, Building 29, University of Canberra (campus map)
Contact the University of Canberra media team:
Amanda Jones: 0409 140 415
Claudia Doman: 0408 826 362