“We are thrilled that Yufeng Han, (referred to as Han), will be playing his first game for the Melbourne Tigers Men’s team this week. Han’s time with the Tigers is another step forward for the relationship with the Shenzhen Leopards. We look forward to having Han help the Tigers win more games in SEABL this season.” Nigel Purchase. Melbourne Tigers General Manager.

Han has been identified as a real talent in Chinese basketball having represented his country in the U16 and Youth National teams,  earning the following awards:

2015 FIBA Asia Youth Championships – Bronze medallist

2016 Chinese National Youth League – Gold medallist

2017 Chinese National Youth League – Gold medallist

Han is an athletic small forward and a sweet shooter who will definitely add to the exciting Tigers line-up!

The Tigers take on the Ballarat Miners this Saturday night and the Oakleigh Recreation Centre. Tip-off is at 7.30pm