7’2” Center Marko Marković Commits to East Texas A&M (2026)
NIL Plus Group client Marko Marković, a 7’2” (218 cm) center from Trebinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina, has committed to East Texas A&M University to play NCAA Division I men’s basketball in the Southland Conference.
Player profile
- Position: Center
- Height: 7’2” (218 cm)
- Hometown: Trebinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Previous club: BC Leotar Trebinje (Bosnia Pro-A)
- School: East Texas A&M University
A productive season in the BiH Liga
Marko averaged 8.5 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.1 blocks on 53.8% shooting in 20 games in Bosnia’s top-tier league, ranking second on his team in rebounds and blocks. He brings exceptional size, interior presence, mid-range touch and a developing three-point game.
How he’s doing
Marko is with the Lions for 2026-27 (roster). East Texas A&M opens the regular season with a big test on Monday, November 2, at Oklahoma (schedule).
Thank you to Head Coach Jaret Von Rosenberg and the East Texas A&M staff for believing in Marko, and a special thank you to Coach Draško Albijanić for his role in Marko’s development.
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Point Guard Simeon Stefanović Signs with Finnish Champions Salon Vilpas (2026)
NIL Plus Group client Simeon Stefanović has signed a two-year contract with Salon Vilpas Vikings, the reigning 2025-26 Korisliiga champions in Finland. At just 19, he completed a breakthrough debut professional season.
Player profile
- Position: Point guard
- Height: 6’3”
- Born: 2006
- Club: Salon Vilpas Vikings (Korisliiga, Finland)
- Previous club: Lapuan Kobrat
- NCAA class: 2027
A breakthrough debut season
Simeon led Lapuan Kobrat in assists in 2025-26, averaging 8.0 points, 2.7 assists and 1.6 rebounds. He finished the year on a strong run, averaging 13.2 points and 4.2 assists over his last two months, with a season-best 25 points and 6 assists against Lahti Basketball. He was also invited to the Finnish senior national team, Susijengi, in summer 2026.
How he’s doing
Simeon has earned a rotation role with the champions, playing all six of Vilpas’s first Korisliiga games and averaging 1.8 assists in 11.5 minutes (Flashscore). He signed a two-year deal with the club (Basket.fi), in a league that features more than 50 former NCAA Division I players, valuable experience before college.
Thank you to Salon Vilpas and Lapuan Kobrat, and to our partners at Pro Futuro Sports. The next chapter starts now!
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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German Forward Colin Schroeder Commits to Fresno State (2026)
German forward Colin Schroeder has committed to Fresno State University, taking his game to the NCAA Division I level with the Bulldogs. Colin comes from EWE Baskets Oldenburg and is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Power forward
- Height: 6’8”
- Country: Germany
- Previous club: EWE Baskets Oldenburg
- School: Fresno State, #28, freshman
Earned through hard work
Colin’s commitment is a well-earned opportunity for a player who has put in the work every day. Over his last 24 games in Germany he averaged 13.6 points and 7.6 rebounds on 53% shooting, with six 20-point games (Fresno State Athletics).
How he’s doing
Colin is on Fresno State’s 2026-27 roster as #28 (roster). The Bulldogs open the regular season at home on Monday, November 2, against Fresno Pacific.
Thank you to Coach Vance and the Fresno State staff for believing in Colin, to Coach Dejan of Basketball Akademie Bremen Süd, Colin’s mentor and personal coach, and to Brandon Gobles of JUCO Advocate for the exposure through his Undiscovered World 48 event. Go Dogs!
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Finnish Forward Kalle Kuhalampi Commits to Cameron University (2026)
Finnish forward Kalle Kuhalampi has committed to Cameron University in Lawton, Oklahoma, where he will play NCAA Division II basketball for the Aggies. Kalle comes from Helsinki Basketball Academy and is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Forward
- Height: 6’7”
- Hometown: Tampere, Finland
- Previous club: Helsinki Basketball Academy
- School: Cameron University, #20, freshman
Proven on the international stage
Kalle has represented Finland at four FIBA youth championships (U16, U18 twice and U20), averaging 4.4 rebounds per game internationally. At home he has already competed in Finland’s 1st Division A, with standout games of 16 points and 14 rebounds, and 15 points with 3 blocks.
At Cameron he joins Head Coach Nathan Kennedy, who brings 20 years of NCAA Division II experience and led Arkansas Tech to the 2024 GAC title and the NCAA Tournament.
How he’s doing
Kalle is on Cameron’s 2026-27 roster as #20 (roster). The Aggies open the regular season on Monday, November 2, at Tarleton State.
Thank you to Coach Kennedy and the Cameron staff, to Basketball Finland, Hanno Mottola and Helsinki Basketball Academy for their part in Kalle’s development. Welcome to Aggieland!
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Finnish Power Forward Matias Haliseva Signs with Dodge City Community College (2026)
Finnish power forward Matias Haliseva has signed with Dodge City Community College in Kansas, beginning his American college career at the junior college level. Matias comes from Helsinki Basketball Academy and is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Power forward
- Height: 6’10”
- Hometown: Nokia, Finland
- Previous club: Helsinki Basketball Academy
- National team: Finland U18
- School: Dodge City Community College
A new chapter
A Finland U18 national team player, Matias brings size and international experience to the Conquistadors. Junior college gives him the chance to develop, play meaningful minutes and build toward the next level.
Thank you to Coach Brad Witherspoon and the Dodge City staff for believing in Matias, and to Hanno Mottola and Helsinki Basketball Academy for their support. New chapter. Same dream.
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Serbian Point Guard Dimitrije Pavlović Commits to Bradley (2026)
Serbian point guard Dimitrije Pavlović has committed to Bradley University, joining the Braves in NCAA Division I and the Missouri Valley Conference. Dimitrije is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Point guard
- Height: 6’5”
- Hometown: Belgrade, Serbia
- Development: KK FMP Beograd; Hoosac School (New York)
- School: Bradley University
A point guard with rare size
At 6’5”, Dimitrije is a point guard with rare size for the position. He developed in the KK FMP Beograd youth program, one of Serbia’s best-known talent pipelines, before continuing his preparation at Hoosac School in New York.
How he’s doing
Dimitrije is with the Braves for the 2026-27 season and has already seen preseason action (roster). Bradley opens the regular season at home on Monday, November 2, against Monmouth College.
Thank you to Head Coach Brian Wardle and the Bradley staff for believing in Dimitrije, and to KK FMP Beograd and Hoosac School for helping prepare him for this step.
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Bulgarian Forward Mihail Gavazov Commits to Oral Roberts (2026)
Bulgarian forward Mihail Gavazov has committed to Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma, moving up to NCAA Division I with the Golden Eagles. Mihail joins ORU as a transfer from Lindsey Wilson and is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Forward
- Height: 6’6”
- Hometown: Sofia, Bulgaria
- Previous school: Lindsey Wilson
- School: Oral Roberts University, #23, sophomore
Stepping up to Division I
Mihail’s move to Oral Roberts is a step up earned through his work at Lindsey Wilson. He also joins a familiar face in Tulsa: fellow NIL Plus Group client Marko Pavlović is on the Golden Eagles’ roster too.
How he’s doing
Mihail is on Oral Roberts’ 2026-27 roster as #23 (roster). The Golden Eagles open the regular season on Monday, November 2, at Central Arkansas.
Thank you to the Oral Roberts coaching staff for believing in Mihail, and to the Bulgarian Basketball Federation and the Bulgarian league for their part in his development.
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Croatian Big Man Tin Tikveša Commits to Florida Tech (2026)
Croatian big man Tin Tikveša has committed to Florida Tech in Melbourne, Florida, where he will play NCAA Division II basketball for the Panthers in his sophomore year. Tin comes from Gaston College and is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Height: 6’10”
- Hometown: Novi Vinodolski, Croatia
- Previous school: Gaston College
- School: Florida Tech, #20, sophomore
In his own words
Announcing his commitment, Tin thanked Coach Will Murphy and Gaston College for his first year in American college basketball, and NIL Plus Group and Pepi Sport Agency for their help along the way.
How he’s doing
Tin is on Florida Tech’s 2026-27 roster as #20 (roster). The Panthers open the regular season on Monday, November 9, at Flagler.
Thank you to the Florida Tech coaching staff for believing in Tin, and to Coach Murphy and Gaston College for helping him get here. Discipline. Toughness. Together.
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Finnish Wing Oliver Kanden Commits to Pepperdine (2026)
Finnish guard/forward Oliver Kanden has committed to Pepperdine University, joining the Waves in NCAA Division I and the West Coast Conference. Oliver is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Guard/forward
- Height: 6’7”
- Country: Finland
- Previous level: Finland’s top professional league
- National team: Finland U20
- School: Pepperdine University, #14
Pro experience, college opportunity
Oliver heads to Malibu straight from Finland’s top professional league, where he held his own at just 21 years old. A former standout for the Finnish U20 National Team and one of the country’s top U21 prospects, he brings toughness, physicality and real international experience to the Waves.
How he’s doing
Oliver is with Pepperdine for the 2026-27 season, wearing #14 (roster). The Waves open the regular season on Monday, November 2, at Cornell.
Thank you to Coach Griff and the Pepperdine staff for believing in Oliver, and to Basketball Finland and Hanno Mottola for their support. Welcome to Malibu!
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Montenegrin Forward Marko Pavlović Commits to Oral Roberts (2026)
Montenegrin forward Marko Pavlović has committed to Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma, moving up to NCAA Division I with the Golden Eagles. Marko joins ORU as a transfer from Missouri Western State and is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Forward
- Height: 6’9”
- Hometown: Bar, Montenegro
- National team: Montenegro U18
- Previous school: Missouri Western State (high school: Sunrise Christian Academy)
- School: Oral Roberts University, #21, sophomore
In his own words
“I want to sincerely thank Coach Barnett and the rest of the coaching staff for believing in me and giving me this opportunity,” Marko wrote when he announced his commitment. “This is just the beginning—ready to get to work!”
A former Montenegro U18 national team player, Marko prepared for American college basketball at Sunrise Christian Academy before his season at Missouri Western State. In Tulsa he is joined by fellow NIL Plus Group client Mihail Gavazov.
How he’s doing
Marko is on Oral Roberts’ 2026-27 roster as #21 (roster). The Golden Eagles open the regular season on Monday, November 2, at Central Arkansas.
Thank you to Coach Barnett and the Oral Roberts staff, and to Marko’s family, coaches and teammates who supported him along the way.
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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