His progression through the New South Wales cricket pathway began when he was a junior at the Rooty Hill RSL Cricket Club, situated in the heart of Western Sydney.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Hadley\u2019s talent was recognised in 2017 when he earned selection in Australia\u2019s squad for the 2018 ICC U19 World Cup.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Although Hadley didn\u2019t feature in BBL 14, the towering quick enjoyed a strong domestic summer, taking seven wickets in four Sheffield Shield appearances for New South Wales.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Hadley said it was a special moment to give back to the Western Sydney community that helped shape his cricketing journey.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Coming from the Blacktown area and growing up supporting the Thunder, it was a real privilege to get back into the community I grew up in. Especially getting the chance to surprise the local juniors,\" Hadley said in a statement.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"It was a really exciting opportunity to be part of the squad last season for what was close to being a championship-winning campaign. The boys were incredibly welcoming, and I\u2019m stoked to be joining them again.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Hopefully I can earn a game, put some strong performances on the board, and stick around for years to come.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Thunder General Manager Trent Copeland praised Hadley\u2019s re-signing and the significance of his connection to Western Sydney.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWestern Sydney is our home and for someone who grew up playing cricket just around the corner \u2013 come full circle and represent the club again is something pretty special,\u201d Copeland said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Hads' development in the last 12 months has been exceptional. Playing for NSW, creating genuine confidence in his changeups and his top end pace has come along too. (We're) really excited to see what BBL 15 holds, our fans should be too.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Having Ryan out in the community giving back to the next generation of Thunder superstars is what we love to see, and exactly the kind of stuff that makes our club tick.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Sydney Thunder BBL 15 squad to date:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Having Ryan out in the community giving back to the next generation of Thunder superstars is what we love to see, and exactly the kind of stuff that makes our club tick.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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