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Bonn signs basketball talent Alijah Comithier until 2027!
Alijah Comithier is moving to Baskets Bonn until 2027. The versatile winger is looking forward to his new challenge.
Bonn signs basketball talent Alijah Comithier until 2027!
The basketball fan can breathe a sigh of relief: The Baskets Bonn have signed a promising new signing. Alijah Comithier, an athletic winger from the USA, will now wear the colors of Bonn. The 24-year-old has signed a contract until the summer of 2027 and brings a breath of fresh air to the team. Coach Marko Stankovic is already raving about Comithier's abilities and sees great potential in him for the coming seasons.
Comithier began his professional career in fall 2022 and took his first steps in European basketball at KTP Basket Kotka in Finland. In his first season he scored an incredible 16.6 points, collected 6.2 rebounds and handed out 1.5 assists per game. These impressive numbers not only earned him a lot of recognition, but also led to a move to Poland. In March 2023 he joined Dziki Warszawa and continued to put up around 12 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.0 assists per game until the end of the season. At 2.01 meters tall, Comithier is a real powerhouse who can offer Bonn new options both offensively and defensively.
A player with a promising future
Comithier's decision to move to the Baskets seems to be the right one for him. He is convinced that Bonn offers the ideal environment for his further development. “I’m really looking forward to my job with the Baskets,” said Comithier. His desire to work hard and develop is noticeable and could prove crucial to the team's success.
Basketball in Germany is currently very popular. Since 2013, the number of spectators in the Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) has risen continuously. In the 2023/2024 season the average is 4,836 spectators per game. This development not only shows the growing interest in the sport, but also the increasing popularity of teams like the Baskets Bonn, which are based on solid sporting achievements.
Review of the league and the successes of German basketball
The German Basketball Association now has over 240,000 members, a considerable increase compared to the last two decades. The German national team has attracted international attention in recent years and sensationally achieved the title at the 2023 Basketball World Cup after defeating Serbia 83:77 in the final. This shows that Germany is on the way to becoming a real basketball superpower.
On the important question of interest in basketball in Germany, a survey confirms that 13 million people, or around 19% of the population, are enthusiastic about basketball. These figures demonstrate the enthusiasm and support that this sport enjoys in our country. With a talented player like Alijah Comithier, who wants to further develop his skills with the baskets, the Bonn team is well prepared to surprise in the coming season.
In summary, the signs point to success for Baskets Bonn. It remains to be seen how the new addition will fit into the team and whether he can meet the high expectations. One thing is certain, however: the basketball scene in Germany will remain exciting.