A Strategic Addition for the Rebels
Ole Miss announced that 22‑year‑old Australian guard Ben Henshall will join the Rebels for the upcoming season, bringing a blend of size and experience to the roster.
Henshall, a 6‑foot‑5 wing from Perth, Western Australia, previously spent three seasons with the NBL Wildcats, where he averaged 8.9 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.9 assists while shooting 43 % from the field.
Coach Chris Beard, who has been deliberately shaping the roster, said the team is comfortable moving at its own pace and does not feel pressure to fill every vacancy before the season begins.
Eligibility and Expectations
The Rebels currently have 13 players on scholarship, with room for two more, and Henshall is expected to receive at least one year of eligibility, with the possibility of a second.
If granted the full two‑year eligibility, Henshall could become a key contributor as the Rebels aim to climb the SEC standings, and his prior NBA interest suggests he may bring a professional mindset to Oxford.