American player Jefferson Joins Jordanian basketball team
24-07-2023 01:33 PM
Ammon News - The Jordanian Basketball Federation has announced the signing of American player Rondae Jefferson to join the national team roster ahead of the upcoming World Cup.
The team is currently gearing up for the tournament, which is slated to take place next month.
According to the federation's statement on Monday, Jefferson, a 28-year-old American basketball player, has played for three teams in the American professional basketball league over six seasons.
Additionally, Jefferson, who is 198cm tall, has had professional experience in several other countries, including Turkey, South Korea, the Philippines, and Puerto Rico, and was named Most Valuable Player (MVP) in the Philippine Basketball League.
The Federation revealed plans to speed up the process of obtaining official Jordanian citizenship for Rondae Jefferson. The aim is to complete all necessary documentation and submit it to the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) as soon as possible.