Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Mustangs players who continue their career in pro basketball.
#1. Australian Keely Froling, a 6'2'' forward who is 30 years old and graduated from SMU in 2016, showcased her exceptional talent on the basketball court as she led the Northern Force to a triumphant victory over the 18th-ranked United with a score of 88-80 in the Australian NBL One North, the second division league, on Saturday night. Froling's stellar performance earned her the title of MVP of the game, as she achieved a double-double by scoring 34 points and grabbing 14 rebounds while maintaining a perfect record of six made free throws, all within 39 minutes of play. The Northern Force, currently placed 11th in the South group, has been on an impressive winning streak, with this latest triumph marking their fifth consecutive victory. Froling's standout game against Geelong U, where she not only scored 34 points and secured 14 rebounds but also contributed 2 assists, was pivotal in securing the win for her team. Her exceptional skills and determination on the court not only impressed fans but also earned her the prestigious Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, solidifying her status as a true champion in the realm of basketball. Individually, Froling has been having an outstanding season, boasting impressive statistics including averaging 27.4 points per game, making her the league's leader in scoring. Additionally, she has been grabbing an average of 11.6 rebounds, dishing out 3.1 assists, and blocking 1.5 shots per game, further showcasing her all-around prowess as a basketball player.
#2. Australian Paige Bayliss, a 6'5'' center and a Mustangs alumna from 2023 currently playing professionally in Australia, made a significant contribution to the Southern Districts Spartans' recent triumph over the sixth-ranked Wizards with a score of 73-65 in the Australian NBL One North, the second division league, on Saturday night. Despite playing for only 12 minutes, Bayliss managed to score 6 points. The Southern Districts Spartans, leading the North group with a 7-1 record, emerged victorious in this intense matchup. In the game against Northside Wizards, Bayliss showcased her skills by scoring 6 points, grabbing 1 rebound, and assisting her teammates, ultimately securing the champion title for her team. Throughout this season, Bayliss has maintained an average of 5.5 points per game and 3.3 rebounds per game, showcasing her consistency and valuable presence on the court.
#3. Australian champion Alicia Froling, a 6'3'' forward, is a 30-year-old professional basketball player who graduated from SMU in 2019 and received the All-AAC Third Team award that year. She currently plays in Australia and recently led the Knox Raiders to a convincing 91-73 victory against the 17th-ranked Rangers in the Australian NBL One North, which is the second division league. In this game, she showcased her skills by scoring 11 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and making all five of her free throws in 31 minutes of play. The Knox Raiders, with a record of 8-4, currently hold the fifth position in the South group standings. Froling's stellar performance contributed to her team's third consecutive win. In a recent game against Dandenong R., she once again displayed her talent by scoring 11 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and providing 1 assist, leading her team to another victory. Her exceptional contributions on the court were crucial in securing the win and ultimately crowning her as the champion of the match. Throughout the season, Froling has maintained impressive individual statistics, averaging 15.5 points per game, which leads the league, along with 12.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 1.5 blocks per game. Her outstanding performance and leadership have been instrumental in her team's success, making her a standout finalist in the league.
Other former Southern Methodist University players, who play in pro basketball:
Savannah Wilkinson (6'0''-F-1998, played in 2023-24) plays for H.Jerusalem in Israeli D1
Sydne Wiggins (5'11''-G-1999, played in 2021-22) plays for Flamurtari in Albanian Superliga
Reagan Bradley (5'8''-G-2001, played in 2019-24) played for Santa Maria in Ecuadorian D3 few monts ago
Stephanie Collins (6'5''-F-1995, played in 2014-18) played for Brisbane Capitals in Australian NBL One last year
Chantae Embry (6'1''-F, played in 2022-25) plays for Yalova Vip in Turkish TKBL
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Southern Methodist University basketball alumni.
Keely Froling is last week best Mustangs alumni, who plays professional basketball (Photo: @SydUniFlames)
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