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Yongin Samsung Life Insurance Blueming of the Women's Korean Basketball League (WKBL) has signed Taiwanese national team forward Han Ya-eun as an Asian quota player to strengthen its roster.
Samsung Life Insurance announced on the 3rd that it has bolstered its lineup by acquiring Han Ya-eun, who possesses strong basketball IQ and solid shooting skills.
According to the club, Han Ya-eun is a forward with excellent shooting ability and a representative player from Taiwan ahead of the 2026 Nagoya Asian Games scheduled for September. Samsung Life Insurance expects her addition to enhance the diversity of its offensive plays while injecting significant vitality into the team on both offense and defense.
Han Ya-eun, who becomes the first Taiwanese player in Samsung Life Insurance's history, could not hide her excitement upon signing. Through the club, she said, "I am truly happy and honored to join as Samsung Life Insurance's first Taiwanese player," adding, "I sincerely thank the club for giving me this precious opportunity and for believing in me."
She further stated, "As this is a new challenge for me, I will do my best. I will work hard to synchronize with my teammates and strive for more victories for the team."
Meanwhile, Han Ya-eun, embarking on a new challenge as an Asian quota player, is set to join team training shortly, coordinate with existing players, and accelerate preparations for the upcoming season.
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