Elisa Mevius Joins Oregon Ducks with Impressive Defensive Record and International Success
Oregon adds Elisa Mevius, the 2023-24 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Year and Siena-transfer, to the 2024-25 roster, bringing in a talented rising junior guard from Rendsburg, Germany.
By the Numbers- Mevius set the Siena and MAAC single-season steals record with 135 (4.5 per game), ranking second in all of Division I.
- She averaged 12.0 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 4.5 steals per game as a sophomore, while shooting 45.5% from the field.
- Throughout her career at Siena, she averaged 11.1 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.6 assists, and 3.3 steals per game, playing in all 62 games and making 61 starts.
- Mevius will enter her junior year with two years of eligibility remaining.
- Her addition is expected to significantly boost Oregon's backcourt both in skill and leadership, as she is known for her scoring, defending, rebounding, and distribution abilities. Head coach Kelly Graves is looking forward to seeing her impact.
Oregon's signing of Elisa Mevius, a standout guard with exceptional defensive and all-around skills, is poised to elevate the team's performance and bring a new dimension to their backcourt, enhancing their prospects for the upcoming seasons.
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