Brisbane Roar have added some serious firepower to their squad ahead of the upcoming Ninja A-League 2025-26 season, signing striker Kyla Hanson on a one-year deal.
The 19-year-old joins the Queenslanders from NPLW QLD side Eastern Suburbs where she clinched the Golden Boot last season with a stunning 26 goals to her name.
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Hanson also showcased her creativity this year, recording an impressive nine assists for her side as they were eventually defeated 3-1 in the NPLW QLD Semi-Finals by Brisbane City.
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“I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to play for the Roar,” Hanson said after inking her new Brisbane contract.
“Playing in front of my family and friends for the club I grew up watching feels surreal.
She added: “I can’t wait to represent the Roar with the fans behind me.”
Hanson becomes the club’s eighth signing of the off-season following the acquisitions of Chloe Lincoln, Amali Kinsella, Daisy Brown, Kijah Stephenson, Kiera Meyers, Tahlia Franco and Ashlyn Miller.
“Kyla is someone who has been on my radar since I joined the club,” said Head Coach Alex Smith.
“Her performances and output in the NPLW this year have earned her this chance to step up to the professional level.
“Winning the NPLW Golden Boot at a young age should be a preview for fans for what she will bring to the Roar.
He continued: “She is a fearlessly attacking player who will look to take players on and score goals.”
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Hanson made her NPLW debut aged just 15 whilst playing for Capalaba FC and joins the likes of Matildas duo Tameka Yallop and Grace Kuilamu in a forward line which will also contain American import Miller, who joined on Monday from the University of Texas.
