Isaiah Amato, a standout guard for the Whitman College men's basketball team, has signed a professional contract with BBC Nord Dragonz in Austria. The Portland, Oregon native recently completed a successful collegiate career as part of the Class of 2025 at Whitman, where he majored in economics.
"Isaiah is a special player and person," said John Lamanna, head coach of the Whitman men's basketball team. "He brought a unique combination of skill, poise, and leadership to our program. His growth on and off the court has been tremendous, and we're thrilled to see him continue his basketball journey professionally. Austria is getting not just a talented athlete, but a tremendous teammate and competitor."
Whitman College Career
A 6'5" guard, Amato made a significant impact during his time with the Whitman Blues. In his final season, he earned a spot on the Northwest All-Conference Men's Basketball Team. He demonstrated his scoring ability with a career-high 25 points in a key matchup against rival Whitworth. Amato's performance was crucial in helping the Blues advance to the Northwest Conference Tournament finals. Over the season, he averaged 12.9 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game.
Joining BBC Nord Dragonz
Amato will continue his basketball journey in Europe, playing for BBC Nord Dragonz. The team is based in Eisenstadt, Austria, and competes in the Austrian Basketball Superliga. The move marks an exciting new chapter for the former Whitman star, as he takes his skills to the international stage.
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