Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Pilots players who continue their career in pro basketball.
#1. Canadian Kennedy Dickie, a 6'0'' forward aged 24, who graduated from Portland in 2024 and received the All-WCC All-Tournament MVP award that year, currently plays professionally in Australia. Last Saturday, she played a crucial role in the Eltham Wildcats' narrow 82-81 victory over the fourth-ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (9-4) in the Australian NBL One North, the second division league. Dickie contributed 9 points in 21 minutes on the court, helping her team secure the win by just one point. With this win, the Eltham Wildcats (11-2) maintain their second-place position in the South group, marking their fifth consecutive victory. Against the Diamond Valley Eagles, Dickie displayed an exceptional performance, scoring 9 points while also grabbing 2 rebounds and providing 1 assist. Her stellar play was pivotal in ensuring the team's success and highlighted her abilities and determination as a champion. Throughout this season, Dickie has been averaging 6.0 points per game and 4.0 rebounds per game in the 10 games she has played so far, showcasing her consistency and contribution to the team's efforts as a finalist.
#2. New Zealand's Emme Shearer, a 24-year-old guard standing at 6'0'' and a Pilots alumna from 2025, played a crucial role in helping her team clinch the New Zealand League Champion title in the same year. Currently, she is showcasing her skills as a professional player in Australia. In a recent game, despite her remarkable performance, Shearer couldn't lift the struggling Kilsyth Lady Cobras (4-9) to victory. The team suffered a tough 84-67 defeat on the road against the formidable Knox Raiders, who hold the impressive #3 spot in the South group standings. Shearer displayed her talent by emerging as the top scorer for her team with 17 points, showcasing her defensive prowess with 3 steals, and maintaining a perfect record at the free-throw line, going 6-for-6 in 28 minutes of play. It is noteworthy that this stellar performance comes in her debut season in the professional basketball arena. Unfortunately, this loss marked the ninth consecutive defeat for the Kilsyth Lady Cobras. Despite Shearer's impressive individual stats, averaging 14.2 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.3 steals per game in the ongoing season, her team has faced challenges in securing victories. In the face of adversity, Shearer continues to exhibit her skills on the court, striving to lead her team to success despite the recent setbacks.
#3. Trista Hull, a former standout player for Portland and a key member of the WCC Regular Season Co-Champion team in 2025, is currently playing professionally in Australia. In a recent game for Kalamunda Eastern Suns, despite her remarkable effort, the team faced a tough defeat against the Hawks. Hull's impressive performance included a double-double, contributing 11 points and 12 rebounds during her 33 minutes on the court. Her exceptional display against Perry Lakes H. showcased her skills once again, with 11 points and 12 rebounds recorded. Although her team didn't emerge victorious, Hull's outstanding efforts did not go unnoticed. She was recognized for her remarkable achievement and awarded the prestigious Triple-Double Badge by eurobasket.com. Throughout the season, Hull has maintained high statistics, averaging 15.8 points, 13.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 1.3 blocks per game in the four games played. Her consistent performance and valuable contributions make her a standout player in the league.
Other former University of Portland players, who play in pro basketball:
Alexandra Fowler (5'11''-F-2001, played in 2019-23) plays for New York Liberty in the WNBA
Sara Zaragoza (6'5''-C-1996, played in 2014-18) played for Real Canoe in Spanish LF Challenge few monts ago
Cassandra Brown (6'3''-F/C-1992, played in 2010-15) plays for Chanson V-M in Japanese WJBL
Maisie Burnham (6'0''-G, played in 2021-25) plays for St.Paul's in Irish Super League
Keeley Frawley (6'0''-F-2000, played in 2019-23) plays for Nunawading Spectres in Australian NBL One
Emma Strelein (5'11''-G, played in 2021-25) plays for Kalamunda Eastern Suns in Australian NBL One
Lucy Cochrane (6'6''-F-2000, played in 2020-24) plays for Sandringham Sabres in Australian NBL One
Natalie Kleemann-Day (6'0''-G/F-1990, played in 2009-12) played for ISV NT in U.S. Virgin Islands last year
Haylee Andrews (5'9''-G-2000, played in 2018-23) plays for Kilsyth Lady Cobras in Australian NBL One
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of University of Portland basketball alumni.
Kennedy Dickie is last week best Pilots alumni, who plays professional basketball (Photo: @ewuathletics)
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