Niagara University has officially added twelve new student‑athletes to its men’s basketball roster for the upcoming 2026‑27 season, a strategic infusion of talent aimed at restoring depth and sharpening the team’s competitive edge.
A Fresh Mix of Talent
Head Coach Greg Paulus emphasized that the newcomers share a common drive to develop, a relentless work ethic, and a team‑first mentality that he believes will translate into immediate contributions on the court.
Among the arrivals, Tae Blackshear brings a proven scoring touch from his stint at Youngstown State, where he averaged 6.8 points per game, while Bastien Rieber adds international flair after a freshman season at Fresno State and stints with the France National Team.
Cole Farrell, a veteran of Long Beach State and Portland State, joins the mix alongside Daniel Emokhare, who honed his game in Italy’s NextGen Cup and the Youth Basketball Champions League, bringing a blend of European experience and domestic grit.
The roster also features Fidel Rotta, a former Boca Juniors player who represented Argentina at the FIBA U19 World Cup, and Logan Woods, whose NCAA Tournament pedigree comes from Wright State, underscoring the blend of professional and collegiate backgrounds.
Noah Slingerland, who played for Rotterdam City Basketball in Belgium and earned caps for the Netherlands in the Euro U20B tournament, rounds out the international contingent, while Ruey Ruey, a standout at Massanutten Military Academy and Eastern Prep League Player of the Year, adds a domestic spark.
Samuele Miccoli and Vukasin Todorovic, both with Italian club experience and national team duties, alongside Brian Angeletti, who trained with U18 EA7 Emporio Armani Milan, further enrich the squad’s tactical versatility. Jackson Redmond, a work‑ethic driven guard from East Mississippi Community College, completes the class with a reputation for unselfish play.
Coach Paulus concluded that the collective skill set, combined with a culture of accountability, positions the program to make a meaningful impact within the Niagara community and the broader collegiate basketball landscape.