Hawks sign star defender to new multi-year deal

The Illawarra Hawks announced on Tuesday they have signed four-time championship-winning forward Wani Swaka Lo Buluk to a new two-year deal.

Swaka Lo Buluk, who will now be in Wollongong until the end of the Hungry Jack’s NBL28 season, has developed into one of the competition’s top defenders during his eight years in the League.

The 24-year-old said he’s excited to remain in Wollongong and continue his journey with the club.

“I’ve loved my time [in the Illawarra] so far. The club, the fans and the community have been incredible,” he said.

“I’m looking forward to what’s ahead and continuing to grow with this team.”

The club said this extension reflects their confidence in the 24-year-old's ongoing growth and the role he will play as the Hawks continue to build towards sustained success.

With this extension, Swaka Lo Buluk will join the Hawks' core of Tyler Harvey, Sam Froling, Will Hickey, Daniel Grida, Todd Blanchfield, Mason Peatling, Kobe McDowell-White (team option), and Johny Narkle (team option) for next season.

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