No looking back: JackJumpers champion ready for another chapter

The Tasmania JackJumpers are one step closer to completing their roster for the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season, with the club announcing veteran leader Anthony Drmic will return for a fourth season.

After missing most of last season with a back injury, Drmic is back to provide invaluable leadership on and off the floor.

“When you’re deep into an injury like that, your mind starts to wonder about what’s next and whether you’ll play again or not,” Drmic said.

“It does give you a different perspective when you get your body back to feeling really good, and you are blessed with an opportunity like this to play again.

“I’m officially the old guy in the team; there’s no fending that title off. Last season I really put a big focus on stepping out of my shell and stepping up in the locker room, and the guys really responded and respected it.

“It’s a privilege, and with some new blood coming into the team, we’re all going to have really important roles to play on and off the court.”

Drmic has played 279 NBL games, including being an integral part of Tasmania’s inaugural championship-winning side, and now has his sights set on the 300-game milestone.

Following the recent re-signing of Bryce Hamilton, and with the JackJumpers expected to add an injury replacement while he recovers, Drmic's return all but completes a star-studded roster ahead of NBL27.

“It was really important that we sign Drmic back,” Roth said.

“He personifies the JackJumpers grit and grind, his toughness for us to go play has been hugely important.

“He unfortunately had a tough season last year, but he’s back and will be fulfilling a really important role with us with his leadership and just the way he goes about playing.”

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