Paul Stoll's buzzer-beating three-pointer led Halcones de Xalapa to a 105-104 victory over Club Nacional de Montevideo, advancing them to the BCLA Semifinals.

The Big Picture

The success of former UTRGV players in various professional basketball leagues highlights the program's ability to produce talent that excels at the next level.

By the Numbers
  • Lesley Varner II averaging 19.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 2.0 steals in 28 games.
  • Shaquille Hines averaging 17.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 47 games.
State of Play
  • Justin Johnson leading Handlova with 21 points in a recent game, averaging 23 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.5 steals.
  • Luis Valera averaging 16.5 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 1.0 assist for Guadalajara in the Spanish EBA.
What's Next

The performance of UTRGV alumni in professional basketball leagues sets a high standard for current and future players within the program, showcasing the potential for continued success at elite levels of competition.

Bottom Line

Former UTRGV players like Paul Stoll continue to make significant impacts in professional basketball leagues, underlining the university's role in developing top-tier basketball talent.