Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Here is the weekly review of the top performing Knights alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.
Especially interesting is good performance of Bryce Baez (0 points), Merouane Yahya (0 points), and Brodie Crown (0 points).
#1. In the recent game, Bryce Baez, a 6'7'' forward who graduated from Edinboro in 2026 and previously played at N.Platte CC between 2023 and 2024, showcased his skills for Reales. Despite his exceptional performance, the fourth-placed Reales (10-11) were narrowly defeated 83-80 on the road by the third-ranked Caneros in the Places 1-6 group. Baez led the scoring for his team with 24 points, accompanied by 6 rebounds and 3 assists in just 28 minutes of play. This remarkable display is particularly noteworthy as it is Baez's inaugural season in professional basketball. Although Baez's contributions were significant, Reales fell short of securing the victory against the Caneros. Throughout this season, Baez has maintained an average of 4.3 points per game and 2.4 rebounds per game in the ten games he has participated in so far.
#2. Algeria's Merouane Yahya, a 6'2'' guard who is 23 years old and a Knights alumnus from 2023, currently plays professionally in Algeria. In a recent match, Yahya, despite his best efforts, could not lead Nadi Basket (20-6) to a victory over Widad (17-9) in the Algeria Division I. He contributed 7 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists during his 23 minutes on the court. The league-leading Nadi Basket ultimately suffered a narrow 66-70 defeat at the hands of the second-ranked Widad. Yahya displayed a commendable performance against Widad, showcasing his skills by scoring 7 points, securing 4 rebounds, and distributing 2 assists. Nonetheless, his standout performance was not enough to secure a win for his team. Throughout this season, Yahya has maintained solid averages of 8.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 1.4 steals per game in the 33 games he has played so far.
#3. Australian Brodie Crown, a 22-year-old forward who graduated from N. Platte CC in 2024 and now plays professionally in Australia, recently played for the Northside Wizards in a game against the Phoenix in the Australian NBL One. Despite his efforts, Crown and his team were unable to secure the victory against the much higher-ranked Phoenix, who currently hold the third position in the North group standings. In this particular game, Crown scored only 2 points and grabbed 1 rebound in 5 minutes on the court, making it a challenging match for him. As a result, Northside Wizards, currently in the tenth position with a record of 3-6, lost to the Phoenix with a score of 80-84 at Cotton Tree. This game may not be considered one of Crown's best performances, considering his limited playing time and contribution on the stat sheet. Despite this, Crown continues to work hard, maintaining an average of 1.0 points per game and 1.8 rebounds per game over the course of nine games this season as he strives to improve and support his team in their pursuit of success.
#4. Aaron Ridley III, a 6'6'' forward and Bulldogs alumnus from 2022 who also played at N. Platte CC between 2017 and 2018 before turning pro in Australia, showcased his skills as the main contributor in Northern Force's recent victory against the 16th-ranked Pioneers in the Australian NBL One. In a standout performance, Ridley III, the game's MVP, delivered an impressive 27 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists in 35 minutes on the court, leading his team to a 104-91 win. His remarkable display not only secured the victory but also highlighted his capabilities as a standout player and a true champion. With Northern Force currently ranked 17th in the South group, Ridley III's consistent performance throughout the season, averaging 14.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 1.2 steals per game in 13 appearances, has been instrumental in the team's efforts.
Other former North Platte Community College players, who play in pro basketball:
Nikolas Tomsick (6'1''-PG-1991, played in 2010-12) plays for Caballeros de Culiacan in Mexican CIBACOPA
Kirat Singh (6'4''-G-2004, played in 2023-24) played for BC Lulea in Swedish Basketligan few monts ago
Aleksa Rudic (6'7''-F-2001, played in 2021-23) plays for Vrsac in Serbian KLS
Karol Gruszecki (6'6''-F/G-1989, played in 2009-11) plays for Enea Abramczyk Astoria Bydgoszcz in Polish 1Liga
Joe Ragland (6'0''-PG-1989, played in 2009-10) plays for M.Raanana in Israeli Winner League
Wiktor Sewiol (6'6''-F-1997, played in 2013-17) plays for Lodz in Polish 1Liga
Jakub Karwowski (7'1''-C-1996, played in 2017-19) played for Lodz in Polish 1Liga last year
Edib Bronja (6'7''-F-2003, played in 2023-23) plays for Novi Pazar in Serbian 2MLS
Timur Krupalija (6'9''-F-2001, played in 2020-22) plays for Radnicki in Bosnia and Herzegovina Division I
Jesper Hallberg (6'8''-F-1995, played in 2023-24) plays for Hogsbo in Swedish Basketligan
David Niklasson (6'4''-G-1995, played in 2016-17) plays for Djurgarden in Swedish Superettan
Ilya Tyrtyshnik (6'3''-G-1998, played in 2018-19) played for Ravenna in Italian Serie B Nazionale last year
Eugene Bain (6'5''-C/F-1988, played in 2007-09) plays for Giants in Bahamas NPBA
Edgars Kaufmanis (6'4''-SG-1999, played in 2018-19) plays for Gulbenes Buki in Latvian RNBL
Trevon Dennis (6'5''-F-2002, played in 2020-22) played for Creating Young Minds in the TBL last year
Przemyslaw Zygmunciak (6'2''-G-2000, played in 2020-20) plays for Tarn.Gory in Polish 2Liga
Mike Amius (6'7''-C/F-1996, played in 2015-17) played for Jacksonville 95ers in the TBL last year
Godfrey Rolle Iii (5'11''-PG-1996, played in 2016-18) plays for High Flyers in Bahamas NPBA
Timothy Simmons (6'5''-PF-1992, played in 2012-14) plays for A.Lobos in Salvadorean Liga MB
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of North Platte Community College basketball alumni.
