AUSTRALIAN MENS & MIXED
NETBALL ASSOCIATION
Jack Vandervelde
110
Kelpie #
Age:
Height:
183cm
Home State:
New South Wales
Position/s:
C & WD
Caps:
Jack's star has risen at a rapid pace, propelling him onto the international stage in impressive fashion. Transitioning from basketball to netball just a few years ago, he has steadily developed into a trusted competitor at the elite level of the men’s game.
Jack first emerged onto the national radar through the Under-23 pathway, earning him recognition for his consistent performances and left-handed distribution. A valuable asset in midcourt rotations.
Jack’s energy, anticipation and defensive pressure at wing defence and centre have been highlighted by coaches and commentators as key contributions to the team’s dynamic style of play. Learning from one of the leading defenders in the world in Dylan Nexhip, Jack athleticism, work rate and composure through the midcourt and defensive transitions earned him a starting position in the recent UK Aurora Series.
Off the court, Vandervelde is committed to continual improvement and supporting the growth of men’s netball, serving as a role model for younger athletes following the sport’s expanding pathways in Australia.
Athlete Snapshot
Australian U23 Representative Player
National Silver medalists 2024 & 2025
Basketball background
My Background
I grew up in:
Sydney, New South Wales
Age started playing netball:
19
How I started playing netball:
Playing mixed netball at University
Off the Court
Career/Study:
Year 5 primary school teacher
A fun fact:
Love surfing in my spare time away from netball
Person who inspires me:
My sister. Ability to play though adversity and continuously never giving up on her dreams.