Star Nationals Guard Caitlyn Jones has put pen to paper with the University of Canberra Capitals, signing to their playing roster and in an extended role as a Community Coach for the upcoming WNBL season.

Jones will begin her WNBL career in Canberra after years of working towards her dream of competing at the highest level of Australian basketball.

“Playing in the WNBL has been a dream of mine since I first picked up a ball, so to see that realised has been incredible and I’m extremely grateful to Goz [Paul Goriss] for the opportunity.

“I’ve loved being in Canberra and playing NBL1 for Nat [Hurst], so I’m excited to continue to play in front of the awesome Canberra fans,” Jones said.

Growing up through the Western Australian basketball pathways, Jones went on to spend two years at the University of Idaho in the United States before returning home, where she has since amassed six seasons of NBL1 experience across both the West and East conferences.

Jones was a standout for the Canberra Nationals under Caps Assistant Coach Nat Hurst, averaging 22 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists per game in her 13 games played.

Jones has balanced NBL1 seasons with playing professionally in Europe and has suited up for eams in Egypt, Luxembourg and most recently Germany.

Capitals Head Coach Paul Goriss is looking forward to working with Jones having kept her on his radar in recent years, following her performances in the NBL1 as well as internationally.

“Caitie gives us an experienced player who understands the physicality of a pro league and knows how to fulfil a role to her best ability after playing in Germany the last 2 years. She is an incredible worker and teammate, has a great feel for the game, and the ability to score at all 3 levels – the WNBL will be a great challenge for her,” Goriss said.

Jones’ signing further strengthens the partnership between Basketball ACT and the University of Canberra Capitals.

The Capitals will kick off their 2026/27 WNBL Season at home on 17 October against Bendigo Spirit at the AIS Arena.