Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Redhawks players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Jordan Dallas, a 29-year-old versatile center/forward standing at 6'10'', is a professional basketball player currently competing in Bulgaria. A graduate of Seattle University in 2020, Dallas earned recognition early in his career by being named to the Eurobasket Summer League in Las Vegas All-Star Third Team that same year, an honor that highlights his potential among players aspiring to play professionally overseas. This summer league is widely regarded as one of the premier platforms for showcasing talent to international scouts and teams. Currently, Dallas plays for Lokomotiv Plovdiv, a Bulgarian team competing in the FIBA Europe Cup. On Wednesday night, he played a pivotal role in leading Lokomotiv Plovdiv to a significant 95-83 victory over the closely ranked Fribourg team, who hold a 1-3 record. In just 19 minutes on the court, Dallas made a notable impact by scoring 12 points, grabbing 8 rebounds, and contributing 1 assist, demonstrating his efficiency and effectiveness in a limited timeframe. His strong performance was instrumental in securing the win for his team. Lokomotiv Plovdiv, now holding a 2-2 record, is positioned fourth in the league standings, and Dallas’s contributions have been a key factor in their competitive showing. Throughout the current season, he has maintained solid statistics, averaging 10.8 points per game (ppg) and 5.0 rebounds per game (rpg), reflecting his consistent production on both ends of the floor. Dallas’s background as a former Eurobasket Summer League player underscores his experience and skill level, as this league is known for being a top-tier summer competition that attracts players aiming to advance their professional basketball careers internationally. His journey from college standout to professional champion and finalist continues to make him a valuable asset to his team and a player to watch in European basketball circles.
#2. Experienced Aaron Broussard, a 6'5'' guard and 36-year-old Redhawks alumnus from the class of 2012—where he earned the prestigious All-Independent First Team award—currently plays professional basketball in Portugal. Despite his notable skills and contributions, Broussard was unable to help his team, Benfica (with a record of 3-1), secure a win in their game last Wednesday. In a closely contested match on the road, league leader Benfica was narrowly defeated 93-90 by the lower-ranked Geneve, who hold the #4 spot in the standings. Broussard delivered a very good performance, standing out as the second-best scorer on his team by putting up 17 points in 30 minutes of play. In addition to his scoring, he contributed 3 rebounds, showcasing his all-around game. This season marks Broussard's sixth with Benfica, during which he has consistently demonstrated his value on the court. Individually, he is having a very strong season, posting impressive averages of 18.0 points per game (ppg), 4.8 rebounds per game (rpg), 1.3 assists per game (apg), and 1.5 steals per game (spg). Although his personal performance remains solid, it was not enough to secure a victory in this particular matchup against Geneve.
#3. Swiss player Alex Schumacher, a 6'3" guard and 25 years old, graduated from the University of Seattle in 2024, where he played a pivotal role in leading the team to become the CBI Championship Winner that same year. Currently, Schumacher is playing professionally in Lithuania. However, he was unable to help his team Lietkabelis (with a 3-2 record) secure a win in their game last Tuesday. Despite his commendable individual performance, Lietkabelis suffered a heavy defeat at home, losing 86-68 to the higher-ranked ratiopharm Ulm, who are currently ranked #4. In that game, Schumacher was the second-best scorer for Lietkabelis, putting up an impressive 14 points in 29 minutes on the court. This season marks Schumacher's first with Lietkabelis. Along with his 14 points against Ulm, he also contributed 2 rebounds and 2 assists. Although his solid individual efforts stood out, it was not enough to prevent his team from being defeated. Over the course of the season, Schumacher has maintained relatively good statistics, averaging 12.4 points per game (ppg), 1.6 rebounds per game (rpg), 3.2 assists per game (apg), and 1.2 steals per game (spg). Additionally, it is notable that Schumacher is a naturalized Swiss citizen, bringing international experience and versatility to his team.
#4. Brandton Chatfield, a 6'10" forward and a 25-year-old Cyclones alumnus from the 2025 class, has built an impressive professional basketball career. Although he played in Seattle between 2021 and 2024, where he played a pivotal role in helping the team secure the CBI Championship Winner title, he currently showcases his talents in Japan’s professional league. Despite his strong individual performance last Saturday, Chatfield was unable to lead Earthfriends Tokyo Z to victory. The fifth-placed Tokyo Z, holding a 3-8 record, faced a tough challenge against the higher-ranked Rizing Fukuoka, who sit third in the East group. The game, held in Fukuoka, ended in a narrow 78-73 defeat for Tokyo Z. In that match, Chatfield delivered an impressive double-double, scoring 17 points and grabbing 11 rebounds in 36 minutes of play. Additionally, he contributed 2 assists, demonstrating his versatility and leadership on the court. While his outstanding efforts were not enough to secure a win this time, it is important to remember that the season is still in its early stages, and much can change as the competition progresses. Chatfield’s exceptional performance against Fukuoka R. not only showcased his skill and determination but also earned him the prestigious Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com. This accolade highlights his status as a true champion and finalist in the competition, underscoring his impact and significance within the league. Individually, Chatfield is having a very strong season, posting impressive statistics. He is averaging 15.8 points per game (ppg), 10.5 rebounds per game (rpg)—ranking third best in the league—1.9 assists per game (apg), and 1.1 steals per game (spg). These numbers reflect his consistent high-level performance and his vital role on the team, confirming his reputation as a formidable champion and finalist in professional basketball circles.
#5. Myles Carter, a 6'9'' center and 29-year-old professional basketball player who graduated from Seattle in 2020, continues to make a significant impact in the Georgian Superleague. On Saturday night, Carter led BC Telavi to a hard-fought 88-79 victory over the league outsider, Black Fortress, who currently hold a 0-4 record. Demonstrating his skills and experience, Carter contributed an impressive 12 points, secured 6 rebounds, and added 2 assists during his 25 minutes on the court, playing a pivotal role in his team's success. BC Telavi, now holding a 2-2 record, is positioned seventh in the league standings. Carter's consistent performance this season has been noteworthy, with averages of 14.5 points per game and 8.5 rebounds per game, highlighting his importance as a key player for Telavi. His ability to deliver solid statistics and influence the outcome of games underscores his value to the team as they aim to climb higher in the Georgian Superleague rankings.
#6. Danish player Mikkel Hauge, a 6'4'' forward and Redhawks alumnus from the class of 2020, currently playing professionally in Denmark, played a pivotal role in leading Vaerlose to a significant 107-99 victory over the league outsider Herlev in the Danish BasketLigaen on Friday night. Hauge delivered a strong performance by scoring an impressive 14 points, while also contributing 5 assists and securing 1 rebound during his 36 minutes on the court. His well-rounded play was instrumental in helping his team secure the win. Throughout this season, Hauge has maintained solid statistics, averaging 12.5 points per game, 2.0 rebounds per game, and 2.8 assists per game, underscoring his consistent impact on the court.
#7. Costa Rican basketball player Charles Garcia, a 6'9'' power forward who is now 38 years old, has had a notable career since graduating from Seattle University in 2010, where he earned the prestigious All-Independent Player of the Year award. Currently playing professionally in Colombia, Garcia recently faced a challenging game with his team, the Paisas. Despite his very good performance, he was unable to help the bottom-ranked Paisas secure a victory last Sunday. The team was narrowly edged out 84-83 on the road by the much higher-ranked Obera, who hold the #5 position. In that closely contested game, Garcia recorded an impressive double-double, scoring 22 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. He also contributed defensively with 2 blocks and was perfect from the free-throw line, making all six attempts in 31 minutes of play. His outstanding performance extended beyond the stat sheet, as he also provided 2 assists, showcasing his all-around skills and leadership on the court. Although Garcia's remarkable efforts were not enough to lead the Paisas to victory, his exceptional display of talent and determination did not go unnoticed. Eurobasket.com recognized his performance by awarding him the prestigious Triple-Double Badge, highlighting his significant contribution during the game. Individually, Garcia has been having a very strong season, maintaining impressive averages of 15.7 points per game (ppg) and 7.3 rebounds per game (rpg). Additionally, it is noteworthy that Garcia holds dual nationality, being both Costa Rican and Belizean, which adds to his unique profile as a professional athlete. Overall, Charles Garcia remains a key player and a consistent performer, demonstrating the qualities of a champion on the court, even if his team fell just short against tough competition. His status as a finalist for various accolades continues to reflect his high level of play and commitment to the game.
#8. British player Nathan Robinson, a 6'5'' guard and 26-year-old Redhawks alumnus from the class of 2022, who played a crucial role in helping his college team secure the WAC Regular Season Co-Champion title that year, is currently playing professional basketball in Colombia. Last Wednesday, despite his commendable efforts, he was unable to lead the Caribbean Storm Islands (who hold a 2-10 record) to victory in their matchup against the second-ranked Piratas in the Conferencia B. The third-placed Caribbean Storm Islands were decisively defeated 100-68 in Bogota. Robinson delivered a strong individual performance, emerging as the second-best scorer on his team with 13 points. In addition to his scoring, he contributed 5 rebounds and made 2 blocks over the course of 33 minutes on the court. His overall season averages stand at 4.4 points per game, 6.1 rebounds per game, 1.3 blocks per game—leading the league in this category—and 1.1 steals per game. Notably, in the game against the Piratas, Robinson showcased his skills by scoring an impressive 13 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, and providing 1 assist. However, despite his solid performance and individual contributions, his team was unable to overcome their opponents and ultimately suffered a significant loss.
#9. Italian guard Mattia Da Campo, standing at 6'6'' and aged 29, who graduated from Seattle in 2020 and currently plays professionally in Italy, played a pivotal role in leading San Vendemiano to a commanding victory over the 17th-ranked Sangiorgese. On Sunday night, in a matchup within the Italian Serie B Nazionale—the country's third division—Da Campo's outstanding performance helped crush their opponents with a decisive 83-62 win. His efforts on the court earned him the MVP of the game honors. Over the course of 31 minutes of play, Da Campo impressively scored 16 points, showcasing his scoring ability and leadership. In addition to his scoring, he contributed 2 rebounds and 1 assist, demonstrating his all-around impact and playing a crucial role in securing the triumph for his team. Throughout the current season, Da Campo has been consistently effective, averaging 9.6 points per game (ppg), 3.2 rebounds per game (rpg), and 1.8 assists per game (apg), further highlighting his value as a key player for San Vendemiano.
Other former Seattle University players, who play in pro basketball:
Isiah Umipig (6'0''-PG-1992, played in 2010-12) played for Spartak Pleven in Bulgarian NBL
Riley Grigsby (6'6''-G/F-1999, played in 2018-23) plays for Barangay Ginebra San Miguel Kings in Filipino PBA
Kobe Williamson (6'8''-F-2001, played in 2020-25) signed for Cairns Taipans in Australian NBL
Brody Nunn (6'1''-G-2002, played in 2021-24) signed for Cairns Taipans in Australian NBL
Tidjane Diop (6'8''-F-1990, played in 2011-12) plays for Gold Coast Rollers in Australian NBL One
Matthew-Alexander Moncrieffe (6'8''-F-2001, played in 2024-25) plays for Brampton Honey Badgers in CEBL
Stratos Papastavrou (6'7''-F-2007, played in 2025-27) signed for Sofadon in Greek Elite League
Cameron Tyson (6'3''-G-1999, played in 2021-24) plays for Brampton Honey Badgers in CEBL
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Seattle University basketball alumni.
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