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Teige Morrell is a highly decorated and consistently dominant power forward for the Rockingham Flames in the NBL1 West. An American import who has become an Australian permanent resident, Morrell has established herself as one of the league's premier players, evidenced by her multiple MVP awards across different conferences. In the 2026 NBL1 West season, she continues to be a central figure, averaging 19.2 points and 11.6 rebounds through 10 games, showcasing her reliable double-double threat. Her efficiency from the field remains high at 56.4%, underscoring her effectiveness in the paint and her overall impact on the game.
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- +Elite Interior Scorer: Consistently averages over 19 points per game, often exceeding 21 points, primarily operating efficiently from the post and around the rim with a high field goal percentage (56.4% in 2026, 54.8% in 2025, 58% in 2024).
- +Dominant Rebounder: A perennial double-double threat, she consistently pulls down a high volume of rebounds, averaging 11.6 in 2026 and often exceeding 12-14 rebounds per game in previous seasons.
- +Effective Playmaker from the Post: Demonstrates good court vision and passing ability for a forward, averaging 3.5 assists in 2026 and consistently around 3.0-3.5 assists in prior years.
- +Strong Defensive Presence: Contributes on the defensive end with consistent steals and blocks, particularly notable in 2025 (1.6 steals, 1.3 blocks) and 2024 (1.2 steals, 1.1 blocks).
- +Durability and Consistency: Maintains high-level production and plays a significant number of games year after year, proving to be a reliable cornerstone for her teams.
- !Inconsistent Three-Point Shooting: While she has shown flashes (37.2% in 2025, 34.8% in 2024), her three-point percentage has varied significantly across seasons (0% in 2026, 7.1% in 2022, 15.8% in 2023), indicating it's not a consistent offensive weapon or high-volume shot.
- !Free Throw Percentage: Her free throw shooting can be a liability, particularly in the 2026 season (48%) and 2024 (57.6%), leaving points at the line.
- !Limited Perimeter Offensive Game: While she has worked on her three-point shooting, her primary offensive game remains inside, which can make her less versatile against certain defensive schemes.
Teige Morrell is a quintessential power forward/center who anchors her team's offense and defense from the interior. She excels at establishing deep post position, where she can score efficiently with a variety of moves or facilitate for teammates with her solid passing vision. Her relentless effort on the glass makes her a constant threat for offensive rebounds and second-chance points, while also securing defensive boards to initiate transition. Morrell's game is built on efficiency and physicality, allowing her to control the paint and dictate the flow of the game, making her a high-usage player who consistently delivers double-double performances.
Born in Dubai, UAE, Teige Morrell (née Zeller) played college basketball for the Nevada Wolf Pack from 2014 to 2018 on a full-ride scholarship, earning All-Mountain West Conference Team honors and being named NCAA Mountain West 2018 Woman of the Year. She moved to Australia in 2019, beginning her NBL1 career with the Woodville Warriors in the South Australian Premier League (now NBL1 Central), where she was named League MVP and All-Star Five. In 2021, she led the Southern Tigers to an NBL1 Central championship, earning Grand Final MVP, NBL1 Central MVP, and All-Star Five honors. Morrell then moved to NBL1 West, playing for the Joondalup Wolves (2022-2023) and earning back-to-back All-NBL1 West First Team selections. She continued her dominance with the Lakeside Lightning (2024-2025), winning consecutive NBL1 West MVP awards in 2024 and 2025, becoming the first player to win MVP in multiple NBL1 conferences. She was also named to the All-NBL1 West First Team in both years and the NBL1 West All-Defensive Team in 2024. Morrell has also had stints in the WNBL, initially as an injury replacement for Bendigo Spirit (2019-2020), then with the Perth Lynx (2023-2025), and the University of Canberra Capitals (2025-2026). She gained Australian permanent residency in April 2024, which allowed her to sign with the Perth Lynx as a local player. Her father, Marty Zeller, coached the Lakeside Lightning women's team in 2024. Off the court, Morrell runs an online business called "Pro Ball Buddy," mentoring young athletes.
Teige Morrell signed with the Rockingham Flames for the 2026 NBL1 West season in February 2026. In May 2026, she delivered a dominant performance with 25 points and 10 rebounds in a road win against the Willetton Tigers, contributing to the Flames' strong position in the NBL1 West ladder. Later that month, she recorded 21 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2 blocks in a victory over the Warwick Senators, extending Rockingham's winning streak to six games. Morrell also recently committed to return to the Perth Lynx for the 2026-27 WNBL season, marking her second stint with the club.
| season | gp | ppg | rpg | apg | spg | bpg | fg% | 3p% | ft% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 NBL1 West | 10 | 19.2 | 11.6 | 3.5 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 56.4% | 0.0% | 48.0% |
| 2025 NBL1 West | 20 | 21.6 | 13.5 | 3.3 | 1.6 | 1.3 | 54.8% | 37.2% | 70.4% |
| 2024 NBL1 West | 23 | 21.4 | 14.5 | 3.4 | 1.2 | 1.1 | 58.0% | 34.8% | 57.6% |
| 2023 NBL1 West | 22 | 22.0 | 12.2 | 3.0 | 1.2 | 1.4 | 57.2% | 15.8% | 67.0% |
| 2022 NBL1 West | 22 | 21.6 | 11.2 | 3.5 | 1.3 | 0.6 | 59.6% | 7.1% | 76.3% |
| 2021 NBL1 Central | 20 | 23.3 | 12.6 | 2.4 | 1.2 | 0.7 | 61.5% | 33.3% | 66.7% |