Mario Saint-Supéry (Spain)
Spain’s youngest-ever EuroBasket participant, Mario Saint-Supéry, has drawn considerable attention in the 2025 tournament. The 19-year-old guard—soon to don the Gonzaga jersey—was a late addition to the Spanish squad, stepping in for Lorenzo Brown.
Though Spain suffered a stunning opening loss to Georgia (83–69), Saint-Supéry stood out off the bench with four points, three steals, two assists, and a +8 impact rating — second only to veteran Juancho Hernangómez.
Over the entire tournament, he averaged 8.4 points, 2.8 assists, and 1.0 steals per game. Notably, in a matchup against Greece featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo, he logged an efficient 13 points in just 17 minutes of action. His promising performance has him considered for the EuroBasket Rising Star Award, highlighting his potential as a dynamic combo guard for Gonzaga under Mark Few.
Filip Petrušev (Serbia)
Another Gonzaga alum, center Filip Petrušev, represented Serbia with moderate impact. He posted tournament averages of 8.8 points and 2.3 rebounds per game. However, Serbia’s campaign ended abruptly in the Round of 16 after a surprising upset loss to Finland, in which Petrušev contributed only three points. Following the tournament, he signed a three-year contract with Dubai Basketball in the ABA and EuroLeague.
Summary Table
| Player | Team | EuroBasket Role & Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Mario Saint-Supéry | Spain | Early standout guard; averaged 8.4 pts, 2.8 ast, 1 stl; Rising Star contender; team eliminated in group play |
| Filip Petrušev | Serbia | Center with 8.8 pts and 2.3 rebs on average; Serbia eliminated in Round of 16 |
Final Thoughts
Gonzaga’s international influence is evident in EuroBasket 2025:
- Mario Saint-Supéry has impressed as a youthful spark for Spain, showcasing maturity and efficiency that bode well for his upcoming NCAA career.
- Filip Petrušev delivered solid contributions but couldn’t help Serbia avoid an early exit.
Their performances underscore the continued global impact of Gonzaga’s program, as its alumni continue to excel and add value on international stages.
