Lightning strikes in new ownership 'Koo'

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South Australian cybersecurity expert Mohan Koo is part of the new minority ownership of the WNBL club Adelaide Lightning.

“I’m absolutely thrilled to team up with such an accomplished group of entrepreneurs to grow the Adelaide Lightning," Koo said.

"The Lightning has been a South Australian icon for decades and we’re committed to securing the team’s long-term success, both on and off the court.

“With the season just around the corner, we can’t wait to see the Lightning back in action.”

Koo is part of a group of investors that include Jeevan Koo, James Begley and John Paul Drake.

The State Government remains the majority owner after they bailed out the club in May with Premier Peter Malinauskas committing $571,000 a year for three years ($1,713,000) with the team training at the $88 million South Australian Institute of Sport.

Adelaide Lightning CEO Melanie MacGillivray said it was a coup for South Australia to attract state-based owners.

"“This is an exciting new chapter for the team," she said.

"To have such a passionate group of South Australians investing in Adelaide Lightning signals the importance of this team and women’s basketball in the state,” she said.

“As the Lightning grows, all team decisions will be centred around positive outcomes for the South Australian community and for Australian female basketballers.”

The Lightning announced a new major sponsor at the same time with Drakes Supermarkets signing a multi-year deal.

Adelaide plays its first game of WNBL26 on Sunday, October 19, 2025.

Adelaide Lightning Roster

• Serena Sundell (signed Wednesday August 6, 2025)
• Steph Talbot (re-signed Wednesday, June 11, 2025)
• Tayla Brazel (re-signed on Friday, June 13, 2025).
• Dallas Loughridge (signed on Monday, June 16, 2025)
• Sharne Robati (signed on June 23, 2025)
• Sania Feagin (signed on Monday, June 30, 2025)
• Ella Tofaeono (signed on Wednesday, July 2, 2025)
• Jasmin Fejo (signed on Wednesday, July 9, 2025)
• Ashlee Strawbridge
• Maddy Freer (signed on Thursday, August 28, 2025)
• Jordy Freer (signed on Tuesday, September 2, 2025)
• Ruby Porter (signed on Tuesday, September 2, 2025)

INS: Dallas Loughridge, Tayla Brazel, Sharne Robati, Sania Feagin, Ella Tofaeono, Ashlee Strawbridge

OUTS: Isobel Borlase, Isabelle Bourne, Haylee Andrews

Adelaide Lightning Players who played in NBL1 in 2025

• Tayla Brazel — Sturt Sabres
• Dallas Loughridge — Dandenong Rangers
• Sharne Robati — Casey Cavaliers
• Ella Tofaeono — Melbourne Tigers
• Jasmin Fejo — Woodville Warriors
• Ashlee Strawbridge — West Adelaide Bearcats
• Maddy Freer — Forestville Eagles
• Jordy Freer — North Adelaide Rockets
• Ruby Porter — Cockburn Cougars

Adelaide Lightning 2025–26 WNBL Fixtures

• Sunday, 19 October 2025 – Adelaide Lightning v Perth Lynx
• Saturday, 25 October 2025 – Geelong United v Adelaide Lightning (Geelong Arena)
• Saturday, 1 November 2025 – Adelaide Lightning v Canberra Capitals (SA State Basketball Centre)
• Sunday, 9 November 2025 – Adelaide Lightning v Sydney Flames (SA State Basketball Centre)
• Saturday, 15 November 2025 – Townsville Fire v Adelaide Lightning (Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre)
• Tuesday, 18 November 2025 – Adelaide Lightning v Bendigo Spirit (SA State Basketball Centre)
• Friday, 21 November 2025 – Adelaide Lightning v Geelong United (SA State Basketball Centre)
• Sunday, 30 November 2025 – Bendigo Spirit v Adelaide Lightning (TBC)
• Tuesday, 9 December 2025 – Canberra Capitals v Adelaide Lightning (AIS Arena)
• Friday, 12 December 2025 – Adelaide Lightning v Townsville Fire (SA State Basketball Centre)
• Sunday, 14 December 2025 – Sydney Flames v Adelaide Lightning (Quay Centre)
• Friday, 19 December 2025 – Bendigo Spirit v Adelaide Lightning (Red Energy Arena)
• Sunday, 21 December 2025 – Adelaide Lightning v Perth Lynx (SA State Basketball Centre)
• Sunday, 28 December 2025 – Southside Flyers v Adelaide Lightning (TBC)
• Friday, 2 January 2026 – Perth Lynx v Adelaide Lightning (Perth High Performance Centre)
• Sunday, 4 January 2026 – Adelaide Lightning v Townsville Fire (SA State Basketball Centre)
• Tuesday, 13 January 2026 – Adelaide Lightning v Sydney Flames (SA State Basketball Centre)
• Saturday, 17 January 2026 – Southside Flyers v Adelaide Lightning (RAC Arena)
• Tuesday, 20 January 2026 – Adelaide Lightning v Canberra Capitals (SA State Basketball Centre)
• Saturday, 31 January 2026 – Southside Flyers v Adelaide Lightning (VIC State Basketball Centre)
• Sunday, 8 February 2026 – Adelaide Lightning v Southside Flyers (SA State Basketball Centre)