A New Chapter for Lana Brenjo
Lana Brenjo, the 6‑foot‑4 Bosnian center who averaged 7.2 points and 5.4 rebounds for ZKK Mega Superbet this past season, has officially signed with the University of Illinois women's basketball program. At just 19 years old, she will arrive on campus in July, bringing a blend of size, shooting efficiency and defensive presence that could reshape the Illini's frontcourt.
Coach Shauna Green expressed genuine excitement about the addition, noting that Brenjo's international experience on the 2025 FIBA U18 Women's EuroBasket stage — where she posted 3.1 points and 2.7 rebounds over seven games — will enrich the team's competitive edge. Brenjo is represented by superagent Miško Ražnatović, whose agency has guided several European talents through successful transitions to U.S. college programs.
The Illini enter the new season with a strong returning core, featuring standouts such as Berry Wallace, Destiny Jackson and Cearah Parchment. While the depth of that roster may temper immediate playing time for Brenjo, the coaching staff believes her development trajectory aligns perfectly with the program's long‑term goals.
Beyond the numbers, Brenjo's signing underscores Illinois's commitment to recruiting global talent. Her shooting accuracy — 48.6% from the floor and 26.2% beyond the arc — paired with 0.5 blocks per game, suggests a well‑rounded skill set that could complement the existing roster of veterans like Gretchen Dolan, Maddie Webber, Jasmine Brown‑Hagger, Lety Vasconcelos, Aaliyah Guyton, Divine Bourrage, Manuella Alves and DeAntoine Beasley.