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CLUB STATEMENT – Update Jack Salt & Hawks Roster

CLUB STATEMENT – Jack Salt Status & Roster Update

Issued: 13th May, 2022

To our Corporate Partners, Season Members, Fans and Friends of the Program,

We write to provide information in regards to the current status of Jack Salt.

Unfortunately Jack has succumbed to lingering viral issues that has impacted his immunity. Medical advice and tests has indicated he must continue to rest and recover until he can resume a graded return to play regime. The timeframe of a healthy return to play is unclear. We have already commenced the process to find a replacement for Jack’s position for either the short term or remainder of the season. We wish Jack a speedy recovery but in the mean time we will continue with our next man up mentality and take on whatever is put in front of us.

We thank you for your patience and support and will communicate further with our valued supporters once we know more.

Ngā mihi | Kind Regards,

Keith Price                                                                                Mick Downer

Board Chair                                                                              General Manager & Head Coach

“Hawks load up roster with Champion big man Jack Salt.”

Jack Salt – Video Highlights

The Taylor Hawks have landed arguably the biggest signing in the 2022 Sal’s NBL free agency with NCAA Champion (University of Virginia), Jack Salt set to battle for the Bayside team.

Currently plying his trade for the Brisbane Bullets in the Australian NBL, a current Tall Black, and former Canterbury Ram, Salt will follow his former mentor and now Hawks Head Coach Mick Downer along with several team mates back up to the North Island as the Bayside team adds a big piece to an already impressive roster.

“I’m looking forward to doing whatever I can to help the team reach its full potential this season and I’m excited to be part of such a talented group. I’m happy to be coached by Mick again, he has a great understanding of the game but it’s his ability to connect with people and help get the most out of his players that helped in my decision.”

 The decision itself was a difficult one with several teams understandably trying to land the pivotal post players signature. Salt’s story of overcoming adversity and being resilient is an inspiring one. After becoming the first NZ player to win an NCAA championship, playing in the NBA Summer League with the Phoenix Suns and signing professionally, Salt has battle illness and injury in recent seasons but through tireless effort and a tough mindset he has returned to full health and is raring to go.

“It’s been frustrating at times, for sure, but I’ve learned a lot about how to get the most out of my body and I’m healthy and ready to play. I’m excited to get to NZ after this season and help the Hawks be successful.”

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