Former Quinnipiac Men's Basketball Forward Justin Harris Signs with BK Iskra Svit
9/2/2015 8:21:00 AM | Men's Basketball
SVIT, Slovakia - Former Quinnipiac men's basketball player Justin Harris (Paterson, New Jersey) will begin his professional career overseas in Slovakia, as the 6-8 forward has signed a contract with BK Iskra Svit. Terms of the contract have not been disclosed.
Harris graduated from Quinnipiac this past May after a stellar four-year career with the Bobcats. In his senior season, Harris posted career highs in points, rebounds and assists. The forward ranked fourth on the team with 8.3 points per game and second in both rebounds (6.7) and blocks (1.1) per game.
"I am thrilled for Justin Harris and his family as he begins his professional basketball career in Slovakia. He has worked very hard for this opportunity, blossoming last year as a senior," Quinnipiac men's basketball head coach Tom Moore said. "He showed great patience and loyalty during his time here, always helping us with his shooting touch, passing skills, and rebounding. Justin was a valued member of our program and will always be remembered as one of the cornerstones in helping us make such a smooth transition from the NEC to the MAAC."
Harris came up huge for the Bobcats in several games over the course of the 2014-15 season. Against Lehigh on December 18, Harris posted a double-double including 11 points and 10 rebounds. The senior shot 60% from the field while adding two blocks on the night. His biggest game of the season came in a one point victory over conference foe, Fairfield. On February 13, Harris set a career high with 23 points, leading all scorers in the game. He went 9-of-15 from the floor and registered seven boards.
As an inside presence, Harris appeared in 74 games over his four years. Over his career, he averaged 4.5 points, 3.7 rebounds and 0.6 blocks per game. The New Jersey native shot 40% from the field and 74% from the stripe while totaling 332 points and 273 rebounds.
"It's an awesome opportunity to finally be able to call myself a professional athlete," Harris said. "It's a dream everyone wants from when they are kids, to be able to make a living playing the sport they love. I'm grateful for the chance that I've been given and I'm looking forward to getting thigs started and furthering my career."
BK Iskra Svit is part of the Slovakia SBL league, better known as the Slovakian Extraliga, the highest professional basketball league in the country. The league is part of FIBA Europe and was founded in 1993. Last season, BK Iskra Svit finished fifth in the league with a 17-22 record. BK Iskra Svit begins their season on October 3, when they take on BK Inter Bratislava.
BK Iskra Svit most recently signed former Kansas State Wildcat, Omari Lawrence. After transferring from St. John's, Lawrence graduated from KSU in 2014. He registered three solid years on the team, appearing in all 33 games his senior year.
Quinnipiac basketball is just around the corner with the Bobcats geared up for their third season in the MAAC. Fans interested in purchasing tickets for the 2015-16 campaign can call the QU Ticket Office at 203-582-3905, visit the official website of Quinnipiac Athletics, www.QuinnipiacBobcats.com or make a trip to the TD Bank Sports Center Ticket Office.
Harris graduated from Quinnipiac this past May after a stellar four-year career with the Bobcats. In his senior season, Harris posted career highs in points, rebounds and assists. The forward ranked fourth on the team with 8.3 points per game and second in both rebounds (6.7) and blocks (1.1) per game.
"I am thrilled for Justin Harris and his family as he begins his professional basketball career in Slovakia. He has worked very hard for this opportunity, blossoming last year as a senior," Quinnipiac men's basketball head coach Tom Moore said. "He showed great patience and loyalty during his time here, always helping us with his shooting touch, passing skills, and rebounding. Justin was a valued member of our program and will always be remembered as one of the cornerstones in helping us make such a smooth transition from the NEC to the MAAC."
Harris came up huge for the Bobcats in several games over the course of the 2014-15 season. Against Lehigh on December 18, Harris posted a double-double including 11 points and 10 rebounds. The senior shot 60% from the field while adding two blocks on the night. His biggest game of the season came in a one point victory over conference foe, Fairfield. On February 13, Harris set a career high with 23 points, leading all scorers in the game. He went 9-of-15 from the floor and registered seven boards.
As an inside presence, Harris appeared in 74 games over his four years. Over his career, he averaged 4.5 points, 3.7 rebounds and 0.6 blocks per game. The New Jersey native shot 40% from the field and 74% from the stripe while totaling 332 points and 273 rebounds.
"It's an awesome opportunity to finally be able to call myself a professional athlete," Harris said. "It's a dream everyone wants from when they are kids, to be able to make a living playing the sport they love. I'm grateful for the chance that I've been given and I'm looking forward to getting thigs started and furthering my career."
BK Iskra Svit is part of the Slovakia SBL league, better known as the Slovakian Extraliga, the highest professional basketball league in the country. The league is part of FIBA Europe and was founded in 1993. Last season, BK Iskra Svit finished fifth in the league with a 17-22 record. BK Iskra Svit begins their season on October 3, when they take on BK Inter Bratislava.
BK Iskra Svit most recently signed former Kansas State Wildcat, Omari Lawrence. After transferring from St. John's, Lawrence graduated from KSU in 2014. He registered three solid years on the team, appearing in all 33 games his senior year.
Quinnipiac basketball is just around the corner with the Bobcats geared up for their third season in the MAAC. Fans interested in purchasing tickets for the 2015-16 campaign can call the QU Ticket Office at 203-582-3905, visit the official website of Quinnipiac Athletics, www.QuinnipiacBobcats.com or make a trip to the TD Bank Sports Center Ticket Office.
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