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Team USA clinched its fourth straight FIBA U‑17 Women’s World Cup title, beating Spain 82‑73. Key contributions from Micah Ojo, Arianna Robinson, Nation Williams and MVP Ivanna Wilson Manyacka underscored the victory, which marks the nation’s seventh triumph in eight tournaments.
St. John's replaces injured player Donnie Freeman with Hungarian forward Zsombor Maronka, a six‑year European veteran who brings shooting, mobility and a reunion with teammate Ruben Prey.
St. John's University has added Hungarian power forward Zsombor Maronka to its roster, bolstering depth and international flair as the team eyes another Big East championship.
St. John’s has completed its offseason roster by adding Hungarian forward Zsombor Maronka, a 6‑foot‑10 player with Bundesliga and EuroCup experience, to fill the void left by Donnie Freeman’s season‑ending injury.
Purdue’s men’s basketball team heads north for a four‑game Canadian exhibition swing, using the trip to shape a young roster, evaluate key players like C.J. Cox and freshman Luke Ertel, and build chemistry under Coach Matt Painter.
Two Illinois standouts receive invitations to Brazil’s senior women’s national team, underscoring the program’s expanding global presence under head coach Shauna Green.
After being cut by the Brisbane Bullets, 6‑foot‑4 guard Tristan Devers joins the University of Washington, hoping to translate his modest Australian stats into a meaningful contribution for the Huskies.
Mervedi Miteo, a 17‑year‑old power forward from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, has pledged to Rutgers, bringing international experience and size to the program.
Mervedi Miteo, a 17‑year‑old power forward from the Congo, has committed to Rutgers for the 2026‑27 season, bringing size and experience from Spain’s Liga ACB and the national team.
Jakub Urbaniak, a Polish basketball player with professional experience in Poland and the senior national team, has signed with BYU, filling two open roster spots and adding depth to the post.
The university announced the signing of Mervedi Miteo, a 6‑foot‑10 forward from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, completing a roster that has been reshaped by multiple overseas additions.
Rutgers announces a class of international signings, highlighting Mervedi Miteo’s historic debut for the DR Congo national team and the overseas experience of Diego Garavaglia, Martin Tonejc, Rasheed Jones and Dorin Buca.
Jakub Urbaniak, a 23‑year‑old Polish basketball player, has pledged to join Brigham Young University, adding size, skill and defensive flexibility to the team.
Two Illinois standouts, Aaliyah Guyton and Lety Vasconcelos, have been named to the preliminary roster for Brazil’s senior women’s national team as the country eyes qualification for the 2027 AmericupW.
After leading Canada to a historic win over the United States in the FIBA U18 AmeriCup final, Deng Ngor attracted scholarship offers from several elite universities, including the University of Washington.
Rutgers University has announced the commitment of 17‑year‑old Mervedi Miteo, a 6‑foot‑10 forward‑center from Kinshasa, bringing international experience from Spain and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Cayden Daughtry's breakout EYBL season catapults him into the top three of the 2027 recruiting rankings, reshaping the conversation around the class's elite prospects.
Rutgers University has finalized its 2026‑27 men’s basketball roster, welcoming Congolese forward Mervedi Miteo and a group of international and domestic transfers. The moves aim to bolster depth and competitiveness as the Scarlet Knights prepare for Big Ten play.
In practice sessions, the newly minted Huskies guard has drawn praise for his confidence and veteran-like composure, signaling a potentially pivotal role in UConn's quest for conference supremacy.
Freshman point guard Junior County arrives at UConn, bringing poise and confidence that could influence the team's strategy and future success.
Freshman guard Junior County impressed coaches during practice, showcasing confidence and poise that could reshape UConn's backcourt dynamics.
St. John's University announced the addition of Hungarian forward Zsombor Maronka, who brings Bundesliga experience and national team credentials after Donnie Freeman's season‑ending injury.
Rising sophomore guard Taissa Queiroz is back in Brazil for the national team's training camp, chasing a place on the roster for the FIBA Women's AmeriCup South American Qualifiers after a promising freshman season at North Carolina.
The UTSA women's basketball program has become a conduit for emerging Puerto Rican talent, linking standout players like Nina De Leon Negron and Adriana Robles through a shared journey of competition, guidance, and community impact.