The Tasmania Jewels have sent a warning shot to their WNBL rivals, signing Opal Steph Reid ahead of their entry into the competition next season.
After unveiling ex-Sydney Flames star Keely Froling and championship-winner Darcee Garbin, on their inaugural roster, the Jewels announced Reid as one of their marquee names on Monday.
The 29-year-old, who claimed the league's championship in 2023 with the Townsville Fire, has become an Opals mainstay, and was part of last year's Asian Cup gold medal squad.
With the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup beginning in September, the point guard is tipped to receive a call-up, and that international experience is something coach Claudia Brassard feels can help the Jewels find early success.
"Signing Steph is a significant moment for our club," Brassard said.
