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EuroBasket Pro Tritons Weekly Update
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We bring you last week's top former Tritons players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. French basketball champion Lauryn Vieira, a 24-year-old point guard standing at 5'3'' who graduated from Eckerd in 2024 and received the WBCA NCAA Division II All-Americans Team award that year, currently plays professionally in France. In a recent game, she was unable to lead Champagne (15-11) to victory against La Tronche, as her team suffered a 91-80 defeat on the road. Despite her stellar performance, scoring 24 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, providing 5 assists, and recording 5 steals in 31 minutes, Champagne fell short against the top-ranked La Tronche.
Throughout the season, Vieira has displayed impressive statistics, averaging 10.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 6.1 assists (leading the league), and 3.3 steals (second best in the league). Despite her individual achievements, Vieira's primary goal remains leading her team to success as they strive for a competitive edge in the league.
#2. Experienced Latvian Liga Vente, a 6'3'' center/forward aged 35 and a Tritons alumna from 2014 currently playing professionally in Italy, played a key role in her team's dominant 61-43 victory against the sixth-ranked Umbertide in the Italian Serie A2 on Sunday night. Vente showcased her skills by achieving a double-double performance, scoring 10 points and grabbing 11 rebounds in just 28 minutes of play.
The victory against Umbertide marked Vente's team's seventh consecutive win, highlighting their impressive form in the league. Vente's stellar display on the court included not only her scoring and rebounding but also providing an assist, demonstrating her versatility and impact on the game. Her exceptional performance was instrumental in guiding her team to success, culminating in their triumph as the champion of the match.
In the Serie A2 standings, Use Scotti Rosa Empoli, with a record of 17-7, holds the third position in Group A. Vente's solid season statistics of 12.7 points per game and 8.3 rebounds per game further underline her valuable contributions to the team's overall performance and success.
#3. British Maya Price, a 26-year-old center standing at 6'3'' who graduated from Eckerd in 2022 and received the prestigious CoSIDA NCAA Division II Academic All-District 5 Team award, currently showcases her talents playing professionally in Australia. Recently, she led the Sunshine Coast Phoenix to a dominant victory over the tenth-ranked Seahawks with a final score of 86-69 in the Australian NBL One North, which is the second division league. During this game, Price displayed her skills by scoring 15 points and providing 3 assists in just 29 minutes of gameplay.
Despite the team's current position of seventh in the North group with a record of 1-1, it's important to note that the season is still in its early stages, and the potential for various outcomes remains high. Price's remarkable performance against the NGC Seahawks, where she not only scored 15 points but also secured 3 rebounds and contributed 3 assists, truly exemplifies her capabilities as a champion. Her significant impact on the court played a pivotal role in securing the victory for her team, highlighting her as a standout player.
With an average of 11.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game this season, Price continues to demonstrate her prowess and value as a key player in the league. Her consistent contributions and impressive performance reflect her dedication and skillset, positioning her as a formidable finalist in the Australian NBL One North.
#4. Chilean point guard Javiera Novion, a Tritons alumna from 2008 standing at 5'7'' and aged 38, showcased her skills while playing professionally in Chile. In a recent game, she was unable to lead her team, Azul y Rojo, to victory against the undefeated Sportiva Italiana Valparaiso in the Chilean Liga Nacional Femenina.
Despite her best efforts, Novion's team suffered a 78-67 defeat at home to Sportiva Italiana Valparaiso, who are currently second in the league standings. Novion contributed significantly to her team's performance by scoring 5 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and providing 7 assists during her 28 minutes on the court.
Although Azul y Rojo couldn't secure the win, Novion's individual performance was noteworthy. She has been a standout player throughout the season, leading the league in assists with an average of 8.5 per game, along with impressive stats of 11.0 points per game and 8.0 rebounds per game. Despite the outcome of the game, Novion continues to demonstrate her prowess on the court as a skilled champion in the league.
Other former Eckerd College players, who play in pro basketball:
Katja Kotnik (6'3''-C-1990, played in 2011-13) plays for Jezica in Slovenian SKL
Armi Anttila (6'2''-C-1995, played in 2016-17) played for Tapiolan Honka in Finnish Korisliiga few monts ago
Cirkeline Rimdal (6'0''-G/F-1999, played in 2021-23) plays for Armann in Icelandic Subway League
Kati Rausberg (5'8''-G-1989, played in 2008-12) played for Audentes/Tallinna Ulikool in Estonian NKML last year
Sonja Schuch (6'2''-G-2003, played in 2024-25) plays for Vienna United in Austrian BDSL
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Eckerd College basketball alumni.
