Versatile Kiwi Ingham can add polish to more than just Sabah's defence
The 26 year old, who is Australian-born but represents the New Zealand national team, sees the Malaysian Super League as a great opportunity to challenge himself and make a mark on new territory.
''Joining Sabah provides a new phase in my career and represents opportunities, and I'm quite excited to start this new season as this the first time I get to test my abilities in South-East Asia,'' said Ingham.
Having previously played for A-League club Newcastle Jets, Ingham hopes that his presence in Sabah will help to strengthen the team's defence as he is aware that other clubs have dangerous strikers.
''The other clubs in the Super League are of top quality and I don't want to underestimate their abilities.''
Moreover, Ingham describes himself as a versatile player by being able to contribute to the forward line and assist in scoring for the team despite being a defender.
''Whatever it takes, I want to give my best to help the team without missing any games, and if necessary, I have no problem playing up front and assist in scoring.
'I'm a player who never gives up and I will try my best to give positive energy to my teammates,'' he added.
Sabah's main aim this year is to create surprises, especially after they impressed last season by finishing third in the Super League with 40 points.
The last time the Rhinos won the Super League was back in 1996.
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