While UCLA has just lost four starters from last season in the space of a few days, and the Bruins’ roster will therefore be rebuilt with new recruits, the young French back Ilane Fibleuil (17 years old) has a great opportunity to seize, as soon as he returns to the Westwood campus.
Because if he belongs to the 2005 generation, the resident of the Pôle France this season (10.2 points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.2 interceptions so far) is indeed eligible to integrate the promotion of 2023 in the United States and therefore to play with the Bruins from next season, paving the way for entry into Mike Cronin’s rotation from his “freshman” season, in a team in transition where the hierarchy is to be (re)done.
” This is a very big step forward in my young career. » so he said, about his decision to continue his development through the ranks of the most successful NCAA program in history. ” I’m very excited to start working, I always wanted to play there when I was younger. I was a big fan of Russell Westbrook in particular, so it’s a dream come true. »
I would like to thank my family, friends, coaches and teammates for their support trough these past 3 years, and the college and professional programs that recruited me.
I’m glad to announce that I will be joining @UCLAMBB next season.
Let’s get to work! #GoBruins pic.twitter.com/3F8A3cFrKp— Ilane Fibleuil (@IFibleuil10) April 13, 2023
Little known until last year, Ilane Fibleuil attracted the light of the “scouting” planet thanks to his performances during the U17 World Cup in Spain last summer, which he finished with an average of 12.6 points. and 5.9 rebounds, and a selection in the competition’s top five.
