Jock Landale is an Australian basketball player who has been successful in venturing outside of Australia and creating a decent career from scratch. He is also among the small group of Australians to play College basketball at Saint Mary’s. Coming off playing youth basketball in Australia, Jock committed to playing college ball at Saint Mary’s and steadily built a noteworthy basketball career.
Upon joining the institute, Jock faced initial challenges with movement, agility, and quickness on the court. But with each passing game, Jock kept his talent development at pace and soon started showing results. By his junior season, he was a top Center for the Gaels, averaging 17.9 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks.
Jock stuck to his strong attributes and had an impressive senior year where he averaged 21 points, 10 rebounds, and one block per game. Jock finished his college stint with Consensus All-American honors and was named the 2017-18 West Coast Conference player of the year. With his College success behind him, Jock began his professional career and also got to debut for the country.
Jock Landale National Team
Jock plays for Team Australia on the International stage. Jock first represented Australia in 2013 as part of the Australian U19 National team that competed at the four-nation tournament in China. After graduating from Geelong Grammar School based in Jock’s hometown of Corio, Jock went overseas to play College Ball.
Jock would not make another appearance for his country till 2019 due to his College basketball obligations. Jock was named in the 2019 team Australia squad ahead of the 2019 FIBA world cup. Representing the senior team at the World Cup, Jock averaged 6.3 points and 3.4 rebounds per game. Team Australia finished its campaign with six wins and two losses, securing 4th position.
Jock Landale earned his spot on the roster for the upcoming 2020 Tokyo Olympics and surprised many with his performance. Jock averaged 13.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, two assists, and 0.7 blocks in three games. He scored 60% from the field and the three-point line.
Landale is part of the Australian Boomers squad for the 2023 FIBA World Cup starting in late August.
Since joining the national team, Landale has showcased exceptional talent and versatility as a center. His physicality combined with precise footwork allows him to dominate inside the paint on offense while providing solid defense against opposing players.
Seeing Jock Landale’s past successes and current form, he has the attributes to be a difference-maker for any team he plays. With immense potential waiting to be unlocked, fans and experts know how beneficial his presence on the court will be for Australia against lesser experienced competition and even tougher competition when the Boomers enter the round of 16 at the World Cup.
FAQs
A. Jock’s wingspan measures 7 feet 2 inches in length.
A. He was born in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
A. Born on October 25, 1995, Jock is 27 years old.
A. Based on his new contract with Houston Rockets, Jock makes $8 Million annually.
A. Jock plays the Center position.
