“能够往更高的舞台去学习，我觉得对于我来说是非常有意义的一件事情。”中国女篮球员杨舒予在澳大利亚悉尼接受采访时表示，她已正式开启职业生涯的新阶段。中国新闻社报道，现年24岁的杨舒予已由澳大利亚半职业联赛NBL1墨尔本老虎队转投顶级女子职业联赛WNBL悉尼火焰队，正式出战2026—2027赛季。
Sydney Flames Welcome Yang Shuyu at Chinese Garden of Friendship
Local time on October 6, the Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) club Sydney Flames hosted an official welcome ceremony for Yang at the Chinese Garden of Friendship located in downtown Sydney. The club announced her signing at the end of June, securing the guard for the upcoming campaign.
The event drew local Chinese-Australian fans who brought jerseys for autographs and photographs. Following the ceremony, Yang noted that her primary goal has consistently involved testing different basketball systems across various countries to absorb teammates’ strengths and refine her individual skill set.
Yang Joins Sydney Flames with Familiar Tactical Schemes
Yang completed her opening practice session with the Sydney Flames on the morning of October 6. Addressing her physical condition following national team duties at the FIBA Women’s World Cup and the Asian Games, she reported feeling fresh after receiving adequate rest and adjustment time from her coaching staff.
The integration process was smoothed by prior experience in Melbourne, where she played under a head coach who now serves as an assistant with the Sydney Flames. Because both organizations share similar defensive schemes and tactical frameworks, Yang stated that the transition allowed her to establish early familiarity and court synergy with her new teammates.
Head Coach Renae Garlepp Evaluates the New Signing
Sydney Flames head coach Renae Garlepp praised the newcomer’s approach to the sport. Garlepp pointed to Yang’s basketball IQ, her clear ambition for self-improvement, and her forward-looking targets as standout qualities that impressed the coaching staff immediately upon her arrival.
The club leadership also highlighted the enduring sporting ties between Australian and Chinese basketball programs, noting frequent international matchups and expressing an expectation that local supporters will turn out in numbers to back the team.
Preparation for the 2026–2027 WNBL Season Opener
Acknowledging the physical demands and fast pace inherent in Australian professional basketball, Yang emphasized a readiness to confront higher-level competition. When asked what advice she offers to young female basketball players, she answered directly: “Do more and talk less, prove yourself with actions.”
Outside of her training schedule, Yang expressed a desire to visit various beaches around Sydney. However, her immediate focus centers squarely on October 18, when the Sydney Flames are scheduled to contest their first home fixture of the season.
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