Andrés Amón, a 7‑1 center originally from Madrid, is set to make his mark on two fronts this summer. After a standout season in Spain’s third division with Club Baloncesto Estudiantes, where he posted 10.9 points and 9.6 rebounds per game and helped the reserve side earn promotion, Amón has earned a call‑up to the Spanish U20 national team.
He will travel to Ljubljana, Slovenia, to compete in the FIBA U20 Eurobasket Tournament from July 11 to 19. Spain, a three‑time gold medalist, finds itself in Group C alongside Belgium, Croatia and Greece, with matches scheduled on consecutive days. All 16 teams advance to the knockout stage, and every game will be streamed live on FIBA’s YouTube channel.
Amón joins a 12‑player roster that also features NCAA Division I teammates Bruno Alocen, Iker Garmendia and Raúl Villar. The squad represents Spain’s 23rd consecutive appearance in the tournament, underscoring the nation’s consistent presence on the youth basketball stage.
A New Chapter in Siena
Back in the United States, the Siena Saints have announced that Amón will be one of seven newcomers on the 2026‑27 men’s basketball roster under first‑year head coach Nevada Smith. The Spanish big man brings a blend of size, rebounding prowess and international experience that coaches hope will translate into immediate impact.
Having averaged 11.3 points and 11.7 rebounds in the playoffs for Movistar Estudiantes B and earned a late‑season promotion to the senior team, Amón’s trajectory suggests he could become a cornerstone for Siena’s rebuilding effort. His recent double‑double streak, including a 17‑point, 20‑rebound performance in the final games, highlights a readiness to contribute at a higher level.