Tommy Greer Steps Down as South East Melbourne Phoenix CEO
October 29, 2024
Ryan Broekhoff
- Nationality: AUS
- Date of Birth: 23/08/90
- Place of Birth: Frankston (VIC)
- Position: G/F
- Height (CM): 198
- Weight (KG): 95
- Junior Assoc: VIC - Frankston
- College: Valparaiso (2009–2013)
- NBL DEBUT: 12/03/21
- AGE AT DEBUT: 30
- LAST NBL GAME: 9/02/23
- AGE AT LAST GAME: 32
- NBL History: South East Melbourne 2021-23
- Championships: 0
- None
BIO: Ryan Broekhoff was born in Frankston (VIC) and began playing basketball as a junior with the Frankston basketball program. Broekhoff received a scholarship to attend the Australian Institute of Sport (Canberra) in 2008. He spent two years year there and played for the program’s state league team (2008, 2009).
FAMILY: Ryan Broekhoff is the son of Wim Broekhoff who played 1 games in the NBL. Has a son Ezekiel born in 2023.
NBL EXPERIENCE
Ryan Broekhoff made his NBL debut with the South East Melbourne Phoenix at 30 years of age. He scored seven points in his first game.
South East Melbourne aimed to build on their debut season by providing franchise player Mitch Creek with additional support. Cam Gliddon and Reuben Te Rangi were signed to spread the floor, while rookie Kiwis Izayah Mauriohooho-Le’Afa and Mike Karena joined as development players. The Phoenix initially celebrated the signing of Yanni Wetzell, but he exercised a European out clause before the season began, only to return later due to passport complications caused by COVID-19.
Wetzell (11.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 1.6 assists) quickly became one of the league’s standout young bigs, forming a potent one-two punch with Creek (18.2 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 3.4 assists). Keifer Sykes (14.4 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 5.0 assists), Kyle Adnam (12.0 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 3.5 assists), Cameron Gliddon (10.5 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.5 steals), and Ben Moore (10.4 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.1 assists) all contributed, making the Phoenix the highest-scoring team in the league.
Midseason, Australian Boomers forward Ryan Broekhoff joined the Phoenix, signing as an injury replacement for Dane Pineau. Broekhoff (7.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 0.8 steals) played the last 19 games, adding depth to the roster and pushing Mike Karena out of the rotation.
South East Melbourne (19-17) finished in fourth place and reached the NBL playoffs for the first time. In the semifinals against Melbourne United, Creek (26 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists) led a Game 2 victory. However, in Game 3, the Phoenix squandered a 15-point lead and lost 84-74. United’s Jock Landale dominated with 27 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 blocks, while Creek (19 points) and Reuben Te Rangi (22 points) led the Phoenix.
2021/22
After their maiden Finals appearance, the Phoenix retained core players Kyle Adnam, Ryan Broekhoff, Izayah Mauriohooho-Le’Afa, and Mitch Creek. They replaced Keifer Sykes and Yanni Wetzell with Zhou Qi, Zach Hankins, Tohi Smith-Milner, and Xavier Munford. Broekhoff began the season healthy and productive, averaging 11.1 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 1.6 steals, while Munford (16.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 4.2 assists) and Qi (11.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks) had immediate impacts.
The Phoenix started strong but hit a midseason slump after Broekhoff suffered a season-ending shoulder injury. They managed just 6 wins in their final 14 games, finishing in sixth place. Despite a disappointing end, the Phoenix had a season highlight in an overtime win over Perth (102-100), ending the Wildcats’ historic 35-year playoff streak. Injuries to Broekhoff and others disrupted the team’s consistency.
2022/23
The South East Melbourne Phoenix entered NBL23 determined to overcome the challenges of the previous injury-plagued season. Retaining their core group, including Ryan Broekhoff, Izayah Mauriohooho-Le’Afa, Cameron Gliddon, Reuben Te Rangi, and co-Captains Mitch Creek and Kyle Adnam, the team also added key imports Trey Kell III and Gary Browne to strengthen the backcourt, while Alan Williams was signed to replace Zhou Qi.
Initially, Qi was expected to return to China, but a last-minute decision saw him re-sign, forming a promising “twin towers” combination with Williams. However, Qi played only nine games (6.2 points, 4.4 rebounds) before returning to China for family reasons.
The Phoenix began their season shorthanded, with Broekhoff, Kell, and Browne all sidelined due to preseason injuries, and Qi’s arrival delayed until Round 3. Kyle Adnam stepped into the starting lineup and had a career-high performance in the season opener against Tasmania, scoring 30 points alongside 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Mitch Creek added 23 points and 6 rebounds, while Alan Williams contributed 12 points and 7 rebounds in an 84-79 victory, setting the tone for what seemed to be a promising season.
South East Melbourne’s potential was evident when all five starters were available, but this was a rare occurrence. Kell (12.5 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists) missed five games with broken ribs, and Broekhoff (10.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, 0.9 assists) sat out nearly a third of the season due to a recurring hamstring issue. Browne (12.2 points, 3.6 rebounds, 6.5 assists, 1.5 steals) struggled with a knee injury early in the season and later missed additional games with a calf complaint. Their absence during key stretches was a major factor in the Phoenix’s inconsistency, as they lost seven of the nine games Browne missed.
Mitch Creek (23.4 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.9 assists) was the team’s standout performer, appearing in all 29 games and delivering MVP-caliber performances. Creek’s consistency and leadership helped the team navigate its challenges, but the injuries to key players opened the door for younger talent. Grant Anticevich (2.1 points, 1.6 rebounds) and Anzac Rissetto (1.2 points, 0.4 rebounds) gained valuable experience, while Junior Madut (4.0 points, 2.3 rebounds) and Owen Foxwell (3.8 points, 1.7 rebounds, 1.2 steals) impressed in limited minutes. Foxwell emerged as a defensive asset, finishing among the league leaders in steals per game at one point.
Despite the disruptions, South East Melbourne climbed to second on the ladder early in the season with a 12-8 record. However, injuries and inconsistent play led to a 3-5 finish, dropping them to fifth place (15-13) with a poor 4-10 road record. Their struggles culminated in the Play-In Tournament, where they faced Perth as favorites despite missing Broekhoff. Explosive performances from Perth’s Bryce Cotton (26 points, 8 rebounds, 4 steals) and Brady Manek (24 points) ended the Phoenix’s season with a 106-99 defeat.
One of the season’s highlights was South East Melbourne’s 111-72 victory over Illawarra, the largest win by any team during the 2023/24 season. Broekhoff was instrumental, leading the way with 21 points and 7 rebounds, supported by Alan Williams (11 points, 11 rebounds) and Creek (19 points). This game showcased the Phoenix’s potential when healthy.
Gary Browne demonstrated his value as one of the league’s premier playmakers, orchestrating key victories like the 16-point, 11-assist performance in Throwdown XVIII against Melbourne United. Alan Williams (16.6 points, 9.9 rebounds) led the league in rebounds, further solidifying his reputation as a dominant big man. Mitch Creek earned the Club MVP award for his outstanding contributions.
At the end of the season, Ryan Broekhoff announced his retirement to focus on his family. Across three seasons with the Phoenix, the sharpshooting guard played 57 games, averaging 9.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, 0.7 assists, 0.3 blocks, and 1.0 steals per game.
Ryan Broekhoff played three seasons the South East Melbourne Phoenix. He averaged 9.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 0.7 assists in 57 NBL games.
NBL TOTAL STATISTICS
| SEASON | AGE | TEAM | TEAM RECORD | GP | MINS | PTS | REB | AST | OR | DR | STL | BLK | TO | PF | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | TS% | EFG% | HS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-23 | 32 | South East Melbourne | 15-13 (5) | 20 | 495.9 | 205 | 81 | 17 | 21 | 60 | 12 | 6 | 12 | 43 | 70 | 155 | 45% | 39 | 101 | 39% | 26 | 29 | 90% | 61% | 58% | 26 |
| 2021-22 | 31 | South East Melbourne | 15-13 (6) | 18 | 547.5 | 200 | 120 | 12 | 24 | 96 | 27 | 7 | 16 | 24 | 63 | 167 | 38% | 25 | 97 | 26% | 49 | 56 | 88% | 52% | 45% | 25 |
| 2020-21 | 30 | South East Melbourne | 19-17 (4) | 19 | 373.2 | 133 | 73 | 11 | 8 | 65 | 18 | 5 | 10 | 28 | 42 | 107 | 39% | 30 | 78 | 38% | 19 | 24 | 79% | 56% | 53% | 26 | Totals | 57 | 1417 | 538 | 274 | 40 | 53 | 221 | 57 | 18 | 38 | 95 | 175 | 429 | 40.8% | 94 | 276 | 34.1% | 94 | 109 | 86.2% | 56% | 52% | 26 |
NBL PER GAME STATISTICS
| SEASON | AGE | TEAM | TEAM RECORD | GP | MINS | PTS | REB | AST | OR | DR | STL | BLK | TO | PF | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | TS% | EFG% | HS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-23 | 32 | South East Melbourne | 15-13 (5) | 20 | 24.8 | 10.3 | 4.1 | 0.9 | 1.1 | 3.0 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 2.2 | 3.5 | 7.8 | 45% | 2.0 | 5.1 | 39% | 1.3 | 1.5 | 90% | 61% | 58% | 26 |
| 2021-22 | 31 | South East Melbourne | 15-13 (6) | 18 | 30.4 | 11.1 | 6.7 | 0.7 | 1.3 | 5.3 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 1.3 | 3.5 | 9.3 | 38% | 1.4 | 5.4 | 26% | 2.7 | 3.1 | 88% | 52% | 45% | 25 |
| 2020-21 | 30 | South East Melbourne | 19-17 (4) | 19 | 19.6 | 7.0 | 3.8 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 3.4 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 1.5 | 2.2 | 5.6 | 39% | 1.6 | 4.1 | 38% | 1.0 | 1.3 | 79% | 56% | 53% | 26 | Total | 57 | 24.9 | 9.4 | 4.8 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 3.9 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 1.7 | 3.1 | 7.5 | 40.8% | 0.0 | 0.0 | 34.1% | 1.6 | 4.8 | 86.2% | 56% | 52% | 26 |
CAREER HIGHS
| POINTS | REBOUNDS | ASSISTS | STEALS | BLOCKS | TURNOVERS | TRIPLE DOUBLES | 26 | 16 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
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STATE LEAGUE EXPERIENCE
- AIS (2008–2009)
Broekhoff joined the Australian Institute of Sport for the 2008 SEABL season after coming through the Frankston Blues junior pathway, and his AIS stint coincided with major junior honours as he was an AIS scholarship holder, won Australian Under-18 and Under-20 national championship gold medals, collected the R.E. Staunton Medal as the Under-20 national championship MVP, and was named Australian Junior Male Player of the Year on 10 July 2008.
Broekhoff returned to the Australian Institute of Sport for the 2009 SEABL season, completing a two-year run with the program before leaving for Valparaiso.
FIBA EXPERIENCE
Broekhoff represented Australia at a under 19 level, before making his debut with the national mens squad at the 2013 FIBA Oceania Championships. His play earning him a spot on the Boomers 2014 FIBA World Cup team, which saw NBA stars Patty Mills and Andrew Bogut both unavailable due to injuries.
Australia would lose their their opening game against Slovenia (80-90). The went on to defeat South Korea (55-89), Lithuania (82-75) and Mexico (62-70) before controversially losing to Angola. After Australia had led the game by ten at the half, they would lose the game (83-91) and fall to third place in their pool, and allowing them to avoid USA until the semi finals. This set them up to face Turkey in the crossover games, which they lost, 64-65, finishing in twelfth place (3-3). a investigation into Australias alleged tanking was undertaken, with Boomers coach Andrej Lemanis rejecting the accusation, saying he rested his players for the next stage due to the heavy tournament schedule. On 26 November 2014, Australia was cleared of tanking by FIBA. As a member of the Boomers 2014 FIBA World Cup squad, Broekhoff averaged 7.6 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1 assists in six games.
In 2016, Broekhoff was a key reserve for the Boomers squad who competed at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. Alongside Patty Mills (21.3 ppg and 1.7 apg) and Aron Baynes (9.6 ppg and 5.8 rpg), who would lead the team in scoring, Broekhoff (7.6 ppg) helped Australia reach the semi finals for the first time since 2000. There, Australia would lose to Serbia (61-87) setting up a bronze medal game against Spain. In a game where Australia would be forced to play without Andrew Bogut for the entire second half due to foul trouble and a number of controversial referee calls at the end of the game, Spain was able to gain control of the ball for the final play, giving the Boomers no choice but to foul. Spains Sergio Rodriguez made two free throws with 5.4 seconds left and the Boomers lost (88-89) to finish in fourth-place (equalling Australias best-ever finish in the Olympics).
FIBA TOTAL STATISTICS
| YEAR | AGE | GP | MINS | PTS | REB | AST | OR | DR | STL | BLK | TO | PF | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 26 | 8 | 145 | 61 | 23 | 16 | 7 | 16 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 20 | 48 | 41.7% | 10 | 29 | 34.5% | 11 | 13 | 84.6% |
| 2014 | 24 | 6 | 118 | 46 | 15 | 6 | 3 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 11 | 15 | 30 | 50.0% | 14 | 24 | 58.3% | 2 | 2 | 100.0% | Total | 14 | 263 | 107 | 38 | 22 | 10 | 28 | 8 | 2 | 8 | 21 | 35 | 78 | 45% | 24 | 53 | 45% | 13 | 15 | 87% |
FIBA PER GAME STATISTICS
| YEAR | AGE | GP | MINS | PTS | REB | AST | OR | DR | STL | BLK | TO | PF | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 26 | 8 | 18.1 | 7.6 | 2.9 | 2.0 | 0.9 | 2.0 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 1.3 | 2.5 | 6.0 | 41.7% | 1.3 | 3.6 | 34.5% | 1.4 | 1.6 | 84.6% |
| 2014 | 24 | 6 | 19.7 | 7.7 | 2.5 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 2.0 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 2.5 | 5.0 | 50.0% | 2.3 | 4.0 | 58.3% | 0.3 | 0.3 | 100.0% | Total | 14 | 18.8 | 7.6 | 2.7 | 1.6 | 0.7 | 2.0 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 1.5 | 2.5 | 5.6 | 45% | 1.7 | 3.8 | 45% | 0.9 | 1.1 | 87% |
NBA EXPERIENCE
Broekhoff played 59 games in the NBA. He averaged 4 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 0.6 assists per game over his NBA career.
NBA TRANSACTIONS:
- August 6, 2018: Signed a multi-year contract with the Dallas Mavericks
February 11, 2020: Waived by the Dallas Mavericks.
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June 27, 2020: Signed a substitution contract with the Philadelphia 76ers (filled open two-way slot)
November 27, 2020: Signed a contract with the Philadelphia 76ers
December 14, 2020: Waived by the Philadelphia 76ers.
| Season | Team | PTS | AST | STL | BLK | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 65% | 47% | 81% | 73% | ||||||
| 2 | 0 | 26 | 3 | 6 | 2 | ||||||
| Total | 175 | 429 | 40.8% | 94 | 276 | 34.1% |
NBA TOTAL STATISTICS
| YEAR | AGE | TEAM | POS | GP | GS | MINS | PTS | TRB | AST | ORB | DRB | STL | BLK | TOV | PF | FG | FGA | FG% | 3P | 3PA | 3P% | FT | FTA | FT% | TS% | EFG% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 29 | Dallas | SF | 17 | 1 | 180 | 71 | 43 | 11 | 5 | 38 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 15 | 22 | 59 | 37% | 20 | 51 | 39% | 7 | 8 | 88% | 57% | 54% |
| 2018-19 | 28 | Dallas | SG | 42 | 0 | 453 | 167 | 63 | 22 | 8 | 55 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 35 | 57 | 126 | 45% | 38 | 93 | 41% | 15 | 19 | 79% | 62% | 60% | Total | 59 | 1 | 633 | 238 | 106 | 33 | 13 | 93 | 11 | 8 | 22 | 50 | 79 | 185 | 43% | 58 | 144 | 40% | 22 | 27 | 81% |
NBA PER GAME STATISTICS
| YEAR | AGE | TEAM | POS | GP | GS | MINS | PTS | TRB | AST | ORB | DRB | STL | BLK | TOV | PF | FG | FGA | FG% | 3P | 3PA | 3P% | FT | FTA | FT% | TS% | EFG% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 29 | Dallas | SF | 17 | 1 | 10.6 | 4.2 | 2.5 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 2.2 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 1.3 | 3.5 | 37% | 1.2 | 3.0 | 39% | 0.4 | 0.5 | 88% | 57% | 54% |
| 2018-19 | 28 | Dallas | SG | 42 | 0 | 10.8 | 4.0 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 1.3 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 1.4 | 3.0 | 45% | 0.9 | 2.2 | 41% | 0.4 | 0.5 | 79% | 62% | 60% | Total | 59 | 1 | 10.7 | 4.0 | 1.8 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 1.6 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 3.1 | 43% | 1.0 | 2.4 | 40% | 0.4 | 0.5 | 81% |
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Turkey - Beşiktaş (2013–2015) | Russia - Lokomotiv Kuban (2015–2018)
Broekhoff joined Beşiktaş for the 2013–14 Turkish Basketball League season in Turkey, beginning a two-season stint with the club that ran through 2014–15 and included selection to the 2015 Turkish All-Star Game.
He moved to Lokomotiv Kuban for the 2015–16 season in Russia after signing on 6 September 2015, and during his three-year run with the club he helped Lokomotiv reach the 2016 EuroLeague Final Four and was selected for the 2017 VTB United League All-Star Game.
Broekhoff remained with Lokomotiv Kuban through the 2017–18 season, when he averaged 12.3 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.3 assists across 16 EuroCup games, averaged 8.1 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.1 steals across 16 VTB United League games, and earned All-EuroCup First Team honours.
COLLEGE
Ryan Broekhoff attended Valparaiso University from 2009–10 to 2012–13, developing into one of the program’s most productive modern-era forwards and finishing his career sixth in school history in scoring (1,591 points) and tied for second in rebounding (841 rebounds).
As a freshman in 2009–10, Broekhoff played all 32 games with six starts and averaged 6.4 points and 4.0 rebounds, including a 20-point burst in 18 minutes at Loyola (Jan. 23) where he went 6-of-8 from three, and a season-best 13 rebounds against Wright State (Feb. 4).
Broekhoff moved into a major role as a sophomore in 2010–11, appearing in all 35 games and starting 34 while averaging 10.3 points and a team-high 5.2 rebounds, leading the Horizon League in three-point percentage at 44.8%, and also leading Valpo with 39 blocked shots while ranking among the league’s top-10 in blocks per game (1.1), threes made per game (1.8) and assist-to-turnover ratio (1.54).
His junior season in 2011–12 became the breakout year, as Broekhoff was named Horizon League Player of the Year after entering the season as a preseason Second Team All-Horizon League pick, and he also earned Associated Press Honorable Mention All-American recognition while starting all 34 games and leading Valpo at 14.9 points and 8.5 rebounds per game as the league’s top rebounder. He logged 12 double-doubles, produced six 20-point games, opened the year with 18 points and nine rebounds at Arizona (Nov. 7), and posted early statement double-doubles like 22 points and 13 rebounds vs Georgia Southern (Nov. 11) as Valpo captured the 2011–12 Horizon League regular-season championship and secured at least an NIT berth as a conference regular-season champion.
As a senior in 2012–13, Broekhoff earned First Team All-Horizon League honours again and averaged 15.7 points and 7.3 rebounds while helping Valpo to a 26–7 record, then authored one of the signature moments in school history by hitting a buzzer-beater to beat Green Bay in the Horizon League semifinal as part of a 25-point night, earning All-Tournament Team recognition as Valpo went on to win the league title game over Wright State and clinch an NCAA Tournament berth. Broekhoff’s Valpo career closed in the 2013 NCAA Tournament against Michigan State, and the school’s season wrap noted he finished among the program’s all-time top-10 in multiple categories while cementing himself as one of the most accomplished Crusaders of his era.
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