Athletic rising star joins Lynx

Perth Lynx announced on Wednesday that talented guard, Nya Lok, has committed to the club on a two-year deal from WNBL27, subject to League review and approval.

Lok arrives in Perth from the Southside Melbourne Flyers, where she completed a breakout WNBL campaign and further established herself as one of the league’s emerging talents, posting career-high in points (4.8), three-pointers made (0.7), rebounds (1.8), assists (1) and steals (0.5).

“I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to join the Perth Lynx,” Lok said.

“This is a club with a strong culture and a clear vision, and I’m excited to contribute, keep growing my game and embrace what’s ahead over the next two seasons.”

Born in Ethiopia and raised in Melbourne, the 25-year-old guard brings athleticism, versatility and a strong two-way presence to the Lynx backcourt.

Lok’s career has also included time with the Townsville Fire in the WNBL, as well as a standout collegiate career in the United States at George Washington University.

She is also a proud representative of the South Sudanese basketball community, having captained the country’s inaugural women’s national team and won the WNBL26 Community Award.

Perth Lynx head coach, Ryan Petrik, said Lok’s addition to the list was an exciting step for the club as it builds toward WNBL27.

“Nya was a 1-player fastbreak in the WNBL last season, and for the pace we like to play at, we know she can help take that part of our game to another level,” Petrik said.

“But it’s the perimeter defense we were most in need of, and Nya delivers that in spades.

“We had a hard time slowing down elite guards in the playoffs last season, so adding Nya will help solidify that end of the court for us”.

Lok joins Anneli Maley and Alex Ciabattoni as players already locked into the Lynx roster for the WNBL27 season.