Kyle Guy, the 6‑foot‑2 guard who helped the University of Virginia capture the 2019 national championship, has agreed to a two‑year contract with La Laguna Tenerife of Spain’s Liga ACB, the club announced on Tuesday.
The deal marks Guy’s second stint with the Tenerife‑based team, having previously contributed to a season that saw the club finish as runners‑up in the Basketball Champions League, reach the Copa del Rey semifinals and advance to the Liga Endesa quarterfinals.
A Journey Across Continents
After completing that campaign, Guy briefly joined the staff of Tony Bennett at his alma mater before being released when Ryan Odom succeeded Bennett. He then moved to Nevada as an assistant under Steve Alford, a brief interlude that preceded a tryout with the Indiana Pacers.
Guy’s professional journey has taken him across continents, from the G‑League affiliate of the Pacers to the Shanxi Loongs of the Chinese Basketball Association, where he posted modest but steady numbers before returning to Europe.
Looking Ahead
Now back in the Canary Islands, the former All‑American hopes to blend his scoring prowess with a leadership role that could push Tenerife deeper into continental competitions.
Guy’s career trajectory reflects the increasingly global nature of modern basketball, where former college stars can pivot from coaching roles to playing stints in China, the United States, and now Spain.
The move also comes at a time when La Laguna Tenerife is looking to rebuild after a turbulent offseason, and the club’s management believes Guy’s experience and clutch performances can provide the stability needed to contend for the league title.
Fans in Tenerife have welcomed the news, seeing in Guy a familiar face who already knows the club’s culture and expectations.
With the two‑year agreement in place, Guy will aim to translate his collegiate success into professional triumphs abroad, while also mentoring younger talent within the squad.