Last Updated on February 24, 2025 by Mat Diekhake

Jack Edward McVeigh is an Australian professional basketball player known for his versatility and scoring ability.

Personal Information:

  • Full Name: Jack Edward McVeigh
  • Nationality: Australian
  • Age: Born June 27, 1996
  • Hometown: Cabarita Beach, New South Wales, Australia
  • Height: 6 feet 8 inches (203 cm)
  • Weight: 215 pounds (98 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 9 inches
  • Shoe Size: Size 15 (US)
  • Jersey Number: 58
  • Position: Forward

Educational and Athletic Background:

  • High School:
    • The Southport School, Gold Coast, Queensland
    • Lake Ginninderra College, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
  • College: University of Nebraska (2015–2018)

Professional Career:

  • NBA Draft: Undrafted in 2019
  • Teams Played For:
    • BA Centre of Excellence (2014–2015)
    • Gold Coast Rollers (2018)
    • Adelaide 36ers (2018–2021)
    • North Adelaide Rockets (2019, 2021)
    • Tasmania JackJumpers (2021–2024)
    • MLP Academics Heidelberg (2023)
    • Houston Rockets (2024–present)
    • Rio Grande Valley Vipers (2024–present, on a two-way contract with the Houston Rockets)
  • Championships and Honors:
    • NBL Champion with Tasmania JackJumpers (2024)
    • NBL Grand Final MVP (2024)
    • All-NBL Second Team (2024)

Personal Life:

  • Marital Status: Married to Bethany McVeigh (June 2024)
  • Children: Information not publicly available
  • Siblings: Younger brother, Lloyd McVeigh, plays college basketball for the Buffalo Bulls

Fun Facts

  • McVeigh began his basketball journey in Australia, attending The Southport School and Lake Ginninderra College. He further honed his skills at the BA Centre of Excellence before committing to the University of Nebraska, where he played for the Cornhuskers from 2015 to 2018.
  • After going undrafted in the 2019 NBA Draft, McVeigh returned to Australia, joining the Adelaide 36ers in the National Basketball League (NBL). In 2021, he signed with the Tasmania JackJumpers, playing a pivotal role in their 2024 NBL Championship victory and earning the Grand Final MVP honors.
  • His impressive performances led to a two-way contract with the Houston Rockets in July 2024, splitting his time between the NBA and the Rio Grande Valley Vipers in the NBA G League.
  • In addition to his professional achievements, McVeigh represented Australia at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, contributing to the national team’s efforts on the international stage.