Renars Sondors, a 6‑foot‑9 forward from Riga, has joined the University of Wyoming Cowboys after a standout stint with Latvia’s U18 national team and a season at the University of Louisiana Monroe. Known for his shooting accuracy, he brings a rare combination of size and perimeter skill to a program eager for fresh offensive weapons.
Intense Practices Shape the Adjustment
Head coach Sundance Wicks has placed Sondors in a demanding training environment designed to translate his shooting prowess into the faster, more physical style of the Mountain West. The altitude in Laramie presents an early hurdle, but the high‑elevation workouts are already sharpening his conditioning and forcing him to refine his shot selection.
Teammates such as senior guards Uriyah Rojas and Khaden Bennett, along with sophomores Naz Meyer and Gavin Gores, have welcomed the new spacing threat. Sondors’ ability to stretch the floor creates driving lanes for the returning core and opens up additional scoring options for the Cowboys.
Family Roots and International Experience
Sondors’ father, Normunds Sondors, stands 6‑5 and sparked the younger Sondors’ growth spurt at age 14, a narrative that adds a personal dimension to his collegiate journey. Growing up in a basketball‑centric family in Riga, he previously helped Latvia’s U18 squad capture a gold medal in 2023, an experience that has prepared him for the rigors of Division I play.
Despite a shaky start with his shooting percentages, the forward is beginning to find rhythm, and the coaching staff remains confident that his development will translate into consistent contributions. With a winning program mindset and a supportive cast around him, Sondors looks poised to make a meaningful impact for Wyoming in the upcoming season.