7-Footer Maruan Čičić Returns to Green Bay for 2026-27
Montenegrin center Maruan Čičić is returning to the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay for the 2026-27 season. Maruan is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Center
- Height: 7’0”
- Hometown: Bar, Montenegro
- School: UW-Green Bay, #20, sophomore
Run it back
Maruan stays with the Phoenix under Head Coach Doug Gottlieb and his staff for another season in the Horizon League. Continuity matters for a young big man, and a second year in the same system gives him the chance to build on what he started. He is joined in Green Bay by fellow NIL Plus Group client Tadej Colnarič.
How he’s doing
Maruan is on Green Bay’s 2026-27 roster as #20 (roster) and has already played in the Phoenix’s preseason exhibitions. Green Bay opens the regular season at home on Monday, November 2, against Lawrence.
Thank you to Coach Gottlieb and the Green Bay staff for their continued belief in Maruan. Together. Forward.
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Finnish Forward Olavi Suutela Signs with UC San Diego (2026)
Finnish forward Olavi Suutela has signed with UC San Diego, joining the Tritons in NCAA Division I. Olavi is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Forward
- Height: 6’10”
- Country: Finland
- School: UC San Diego, #37
A perfect fit in La Jolla
Olavi’s hard work, dedication and skill set make him a strong fit for the Triton program. At 6’10”, he brings size and versatility to the frontcourt, and we couldn’t be more excited to see what he accomplishes in La Jolla.
How he’s doing
Olavi is with UC San Diego for the 2026-27 season, wearing #37 (roster). The Tritons open the regular season at home on Monday, November 2, against Whittier.
A huge congratulations to Olavi and his family, and thank you to the UC San Diego staff and to Hanno Mottola. This is just the beginning.
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Lazar Milošević Commits to Longwood University (2026)
Forward Lazar Milošević has committed to Longwood University in Farmville, Virginia, joining the Lancers in NCAA Division I and the Big South Conference. Lazar joins Longwood as a transfer from Duquesne and is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Forward
- Height: 6’10”
- Hometown: Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Previous school: Duquesne
- School: Longwood University, #27, sophomore
In his own words
“Grateful for the opportunity to continue my academic and basketball journey at the next level,” Lazar wrote. “I’m especially looking forward to competing for Coach Ronnie Thomas and his staff. Can’t wait to get to work and be part of the program.”
How he’s doing
Lazar is on Longwood’s 2026-27 roster as #27 (roster). The Lancers open the regular season at home on Monday, November 2, against Pfeiffer.
Thank you to Coach Thomas and the Longwood staff for believing in Lazar, and to his family and coaches for their support. Go Lancers!
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
Source: Instagram post