"To get in at the onset and start going forward from there just seemed like a really neat opportunity for me to not only to be able to travel over there and see that part of the world but also to continue to play and maybe be able to have some input in developing that team and maybe transitioning into a coaching role or something like that," he told the Herald.
He was joined by New Zealand Diamondblacks third baseman Daniel Lamb-Hunt as the first two signings for the side.
Lamb-Hunt has spent the past six seasons playing in the German Bundesliga after beginning his career in the Atlanta Braves system at the Minor League level.
The 31-year-old has previous ABL experience, having played three seasons with the Brisbane Bandits.
"It's going to be huge, firstly to have another chance at high-level ball, but also a chance for the family and friends to finally see what has taken me away all these years and see what I've been doing," Lamb-Hunt said.
The team were planning to hold an open day in the coming weeks to announce its confirmed participation in the league, where they will reveal the team name, colour scheme, logo as well as more members of the coaching and playing staff.