Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Here is the weekly review of the top performing Wildcats alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Jerrick Harding, a 6'1'' point guard who graduated from Weber St. in 2020 and received the USBWA All-District VIII Team award that year, currently plays professionally in Turkey. In his recent game for Turk Telekom Ankara, despite his commendable performance, he couldn't prevent his team from losing 75-82 to Tenerife on the road. Harding stood out as the top scorer with 16 points and also secured 4 rebounds, showcasing his skill by making all six of his free throws in the 30 minutes he played. This game marked his debut for Turk Telekom Ankara this season, indicating a promising start for him in the team. Although the outcome was not in his team's favor, it is still early in the season, leaving room for improvement and potential success in the future. Harding's impressive display against Tenerife highlights his capabilities, contributing significantly with his scoring, rebounding, and even an assist. It is worth noting that Harding is a naturalized Polish player, adding an interesting dimension to his professional career.
#2. Joel Bolomboy, a 6'9'' center and former Wildcats alumni from 2016, recently showcased his skills in a professional basketball game in France. Playing for LDLC ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket, he played a key role in their victory against Cholet Basket, the 11th-ranked team in the French Betclic ELITE league. In this exciting match, Bolomboy displayed his talent by contributing 5 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists in just 24 minutes of play, marking his debut for LDLC ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket this season. His exceptional performance on the court played a significant part in his team's success, ultimately leading them to a glorious triumph, thus crowning him as the champion of the game. Currently, his team occupies the top spot in the league standings, thanks in part to Bolomboy's impactful presence. It is worth noting that Bolomboy, a naturalized American, continues to excel in the world of professional basketball.
#3. Experienced champion Scott Bamforth, a 6'2'' shooting guard who is 37 years old and graduated from Weber State in 2013, currently plays professionally in Mexico. In a recent game, he led Fuerza Regia Monterrey to a 95-89 victory over El Calor, one of the league's weakest teams with a record of 7-18, in the Mexican Liga Nacional de Baloncesto Profesional's second division last Saturday. Despite facing a less challenging opponent, Bamforth showcased his skills by contributing 12 points and 7 assists in just 23 minutes of play. Fuerza Regia Monterrey, with a record of 17-7, holds the second position in the league standings, thanks in part to their recent five-game winning streak led by Bamforth. As the Regular Season nears its end with only four games remaining, each upcoming game will be crucial for the team's playoff aspirations. Bamforth's exceptional performance against El Calor highlights his valuable contributions to the team, as he not only scored 12 points but also grabbed 3 rebounds and provided 7 assists. His impact on the court proved pivotal in securing the victory, demonstrating why he is recognized as a true champion. Throughout the season, Bamforth has maintained impressive individual statistics, averaging 16.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game over the 17 games he has played so far. It is worth noting that Bamforth, a naturalized American, continues to excel in his basketball career, showcasing his talents and leadership both on and off the court.
#4. Brekkott Chapman, a 6'9'' forward/center and 30-year-old Wildcats alum from 2019, currently plays professionally in Italy. Recently, he showcased his skills in a game against the 11th-ranked Roma Basket, contributing significantly to his team's convincing 109-94 victory in the Italian Serie A last Sunday. In his debut game this season for Treviso, Chapman scored 6 points, grabbed 2 rebounds, and dished out 3 assists in 28 minutes of play. This strong performance not only aided in securing the win but also highlighted his capabilities on the court. As a result, Chapman proved himself as a champion in that game, demonstrating his value to the team as they strive for success in the league.
#5. In a recent match in the German Regionalliga, the Czech Republic's Michal Kozak, a 6'8'' power forward aged 28 and a graduate of Weber St. in 2022, currently playing professionally in Germany, played a crucial role in securing a win for SC RASTA Vechta 2nd team. They defeated the eighth-ranked Stahnsdorf with a score of 90-71 last Saturday. Kozak showcased his talent by achieving a double-double, scoring 11 points and grabbing 10 rebounds during his 25 minutes on the court. This game marked his debut appearance for SC RASTA Vechta 2nd team this season, as he recently joined the team for the first time this year. Despite being new to the team, Kozak's exceptional performance against Stahnsdorf, where he not only scored 11 points and secured 10 rebounds but also contributed with 2 assists, was instrumental in securing the victory for his team, ultimately leading them to triumph as the champion. SC RASTA Vechta 2nd team currently holds the third position in the North group standings.
#6. Kyndahl Hill, a 6'7'' forward and 32-year-old Wildcats alumnus from 2017, who had previously helped them reach the final of the Big Sky Conference Tournament that year, currently plays professionally in Germany. In a recent game for SBB Baskets Wolmirstedt against the Kirchheim Knights, Hill was unable to lead his team to victory. Despite putting up a solid performance with 4 points and 7 rebounds in 30 minutes of play, it wasn't enough to secure the win. This game marked his debut for SBB Baskets Wolmirstedt this season, where unfortunately his team suffered a crushing defeat by 29 points, with a final score of 87-58.
Other former Weber State University players, who play in pro basketball:
Jeremy Senglin (6'2''-PG-1995, played in 2013-17) signed for Paris Basketball in French Betclic ELITE ProA
Dillon Jones (6'6''-F-2001, played in 2020-24) signed for Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA
Damian Lillard (6'3''-PG-1990, played in 2008-12) plays for Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA
Steven Verplancken (6'4''-G-2000, played in 2022-24) played for Champagne in French ELITE 2
Vasilije Vucinic (6'10''-F-2001, played in 2024-25) plays for Mornar in Montenegrin Erste Liga
Zahir Porter (6'6''-G-2000, played in 2020-23) signed for King Szczecin in Polish OBL
Blaise Threatt (6'3''-G, played in 2023-25) played for Sioux Falls Skyforce in the NBA G League
Dyson Koehler (6'7''-F, played in 2021-25) played for Randers in Danish BasketLigaen
Jamison Overton (6'6''-G-1999, played in 2021-22) plays for Brussels Basketball in Belgian Pro Basketball League
Cody John (6'3''-G-1996, played in 2015-17) signed for Lokomotiv Plovdiv in Bulgarian NBL
Koby McEwen (6'4''-G-1997, played in 2021-22) played for Benfica in Portuguese Liga Betclic
Isiah Brown (6'2''-G-1997, played in 2020-21) signed for Neftci in Azerbaijani ABL
Miguel Tomley (6'3''-PG-2000, played in 2024-25) signed for CAB Madeira in Portuguese Liga Betclic
Nigel Burris (6'7''-F-2003, played in 2024-26) played for BC Raiffeisen Flyers Wels in Austrian BSL
Terrell Stovall (6'3''-G, played in 2004-06) played for Mesa Monsoons in the 94x50
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Weber State University basketball alumni.
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