Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Here is the weekly review of the top performing Wildcats alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Cate Reese, a 6'2'' forward who graduated from Arizona in 2023 and received the All-Pac First Team award that year, is currently playing professionally in Poland. In a recent game, Reese, despite her outstanding performance, couldn't prevent Lublin (2-1) from losing 93-100 on the road to the top-ranked Bochnia. Even though Lublin suffered a defeat, Reese showcased her skills by scoring 20 points and securing 6 rebounds in just 18 minutes of play. It's worth noting that this is only the beginning of the season, and there are still many games to be played, so anything can happen. This marks Reese's first year with the team, and she has already made a significant impact on the court. Reese's stellar performance against Bochnia highlights her talent, as she continues to be a key player for her team. She is currently having an impressive season individually, averaging 17.7 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game in the three games she has played so far.
#2. Isis Beh, a 25-year-old 6'3'' forward and Wildcats alumna from 2025, currently playing professionally in Poland, played a significant role in Lodz's recent victory over the ninth-ranked Pruszkow, with a resounding 99-63 win in the Polish Orlen Basket Liga Kobiet last Wednesday. Beh's notable performance included scoring 16 points, grabbing 9 rebounds, and providing 2 assists in just 24 minutes of play. This remarkable display of skill is particularly impressive considering it is only Beh's second season in professional basketball. Widzew Lodz, with a record of 2-1, holds the fifth position in the league standings. Beh's solid performance on the court not only contributed to her team's success but also highlighted her capabilities and determination as a champion. Throughout the season, Beh has maintained good statistics, averaging 13.7 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game over three matchups. Beh's consistent contributions and talent are proving her to be a finalist to watch in the league.
#3. Spanish champion Helena Pueyo, a 6'0'' guard at 25 years old who graduated from Arizona in 2024 and received the Pac All-Defensive Team award that year, is currently playing professionally in Spain. In a recent game, she led Valencia to a dominant 82-57 victory against the 11th-ranked Avenida in the Spanish Liga Femenina Endesa. Pueyo showcased her skills by scoring 11 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, and playing for 25 minutes. Valencia Basket Club, where she is in her first season, now holds the fifth position in the league standings. Pueyo's exceptional performance against Avenida highlights her impact on the court as she not only scored 11 points and secured 4 rebounds but also contributed with 1 assist, demonstrating her versatility and leadership as a finalist. Her efforts were crucial in securing the victory for her team and further establishing her reputation as a true champion. Throughout the current season, Pueyo has maintained an average of 7.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game over the course of two games, showcasing her consistency and valuable contributions to her team's success.
#4. Noelani Cornfield, a former Wildcats alumna from 2026 standing at 5'6'' and playing as a guard, currently showcases her talents in professional basketball in Italy. In a recent game, Cornfield, who received an All-Big 12 Honorable Mention award in 2026, made her debut for Battipaglia but unfortunately couldn't lead her team to victory. Despite her stellar performance, where she emerged as the top scorer with 14 points and contributed 4 rebounds in 39 minutes of play, Battipaglia suffered a 75-54 defeat against the fifth-ranked Scrivia on their home court. This game marked Cornfield's inaugural appearance for Battipaglia in her rookie professional season. Despite the loss, Cornfield displayed a commendable performance, showcasing her skills and potential as a burgeoning talent in the pro basketball scene.
#5. Trinity Baptiste, a 28-year-old 6'0'' forward who graduated from Arizona in 2021 and received an All-Pac Honorable Mention award that same year, currently plays professionally in France. She is a finalist who competes for Angers - Union Feminine Basket 49 in the French La Boulangere Wonderligue. In a recent match against the closely-ranked Landerneau, Baptiste helped her team secure a 66-57 victory by contributing 4 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist in just 15 minutes of play. Despite scoring only 4 points in the game, Baptiste's impact was significant in leading Angers to success. This season marks her first with the team, and her impressive performance on the court exemplified her skills as a true champion. Currently averaging 5.3 points per game and 4.0 rebounds per game in three matches, Baptiste, a naturalized American, continues to showcase her talent and determination as she competes at a professional level in France.
#6. Nora Francois, a 6'2'' forward and 23-year-old Wildcats alumna from the class of 2026, currently playing professionally in Germany, made her debut for TK Hannover Luchse in their recent game against Halle. In her first game of the season, Francois showcased her skills by contributing 9 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist in just 23 minutes of play. Despite her commendable performance, TK Hannover Luchse fell short against Halle, with a close final score of 81-79. Francois's efforts were notable as she displayed her talent on the court, but unfortunately, her team was unable to emerge victorious against the opponent.
Other former University of Arizona players, who play in pro basketball:
Jade Loville (5'9''-F-2000, played in 2022-23) signed for Dynamo Moscow in Russian PBL
Anna-Gret Asi (5'8''-G-2002, played in 2018-22) plays for Royal Braine in Belgian Top Division Women
Aari McDonald (5'6''-PG-1998, played in 2017-17) plays for Minnesota Lynx in the WNBA
Shaina Pellington (5'8''-G-1999, played in 2019-23) signed for Toulouse in French LFB
Esmery Martinez (6'2''-F-2000, played in 2022-24) plays for Panteras in Mexican LNBPF
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of University of Arizona basketball alumni.
Cate Reese is last week best Wildcats alumni, who plays professional basketball (Photo: @KangoeroesMechelen)
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