College players from the U.S. have been recruited by BBA Hagen, a German basketball team.
American Point Guard Elijah Stephens Joins German Team Hagen Kodiaks
Elijah Stephens, a talented point guard from Waco, Texas, is set to embark on a new chapter in his basketball career as he joins the BBA Hagen Kodiaks, a professional basketball team in Hagen, Germany.
Stephens, who recently graduated from American University, played college basketball from 2021 to 2025, appearing in 123 games. During his collegiate career, he averaged 9.7 points, 3.8 assists, 2.2 rebounds, and 1.5 steals per game, with shooting percentages of 44.4% field goals, 32.8% three-pointers, and 79.2% free throws.
The American University team, where Stephens played, won the Patriot League championship in his senior year, qualifying them for the prestigious NCAA tournament, also known as "March Madness". In this high-level competition, Stephens further solidified his skills on a national stage.
Standing at 175 cm (about 5'9"), Stephens's speed, agility, and defensive strength have made him a standout player. These qualities, combined with his experience in the NCAA tournament, have made him an attractive addition to the Kodiaks' lineup for the upcoming season.
The Kodiaks have made strategic signings and contract extensions ahead of the new season, with several homegrown players also extending their contracts. This move marks another significant sporting statement for the team.
Stephens played in the highest college basketball league in the United States, where he participated in 31 games in the 2023/2024 season, starting in 28 of them. He averaged 10.7 points, 3.7 assists, and 1.5 steals per game. In recognition of his defensive skills, he was named to the All-Defensive Team of the Patriot League.
As Stephens begins his professional basketball career, fans and basketball enthusiasts alike are eager to see what he will bring to the BBA Hagen Kodiaks.
Elijah Stephens, now part of the BBA Hagen Kodiaks, brings his skills honed through four years of college basketball at American University, competing in the prestigious NCAA tournament, also known as "March Madness." With experience in both the NCAA and NBA-style gameplay, Stephens's addition to the Kodiaks can only strengthen their position in German sports and basketball leagues.
