Han Xu agrees WNBL return for 2026-27

Deal remains subject to league approval

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 271 min read

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The Geelong Venom have made a MASSIVE move as Han Xu joins the club for WNBL27, pending League approval 🔥 Read more: ht

What happened: The center's move awaits formal clearance before the WNBL27 season.

Why it matters: Han Xu adds an elite interior defender after earning 2025-26 WNBL Defensive Player of the Year honors. She also made the All-WNBL Second Team.

By the numbers: Han Xu averaged 16.2 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists and a league-high 2.2 blocks per game in 2025-26.

What to watch: League approval is the next step before the move becomes official.

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@WNBL Jul 27, 6:28 PM ET

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Han Xu agrees WNBL return for 2026-27

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