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Welsh teenager Wells bids to fulfil NBA dream
It is a rare occurrence; a Welsh boy packing his bags, aiming to fulfil his basketball dream in the USA. David Wells is living this reality. The 19-year-old is heading to Mississippi to join Meridian Community College's National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) basketball programme on a full scholarship. An uncommon sight; when most kids in Wales aspire to be the next Jac Morgan or Aaron Ramsey, Wells' driving passion is to be a National Basketball Association (NBA) superstar. After playing two years at St David's College in Cardiff, Wells was scouted to play in the United States by excelling at Sheffield College over the past year. Wells left his family in Cardiff and moved to Sheffield. He will now look to wave the Welsh flag high, starring in the Meridian green and white. He was with his friends when told the news, and says: "My coach finally texted me, 'Congratulations, you got a full ride to Meridian Community College'." Explaining the NBA route to BBC Sport Wales, Wells adds: "NJCAA basketball is the highest major college basketball that you can play in America. "After that NJCAA Division One, you have the NBA, which is the Premier League in the world. "So, in order for me to get to the league, I will have to earn myself a Division One offer from NJCAA." His journey so far and looking to the future Inspired by basketball legends Russell Westbrook and James Harden, Wells' basketball journey began at Sevenoaks Park in Grangetown, Cardiff, at the age of 14, thanks to his mother's purchase of a basketball. "I ended up coming to this exact court the moment I got my basketball," Wells says. "My first three or four shots went in, and I instantly fell in love with the game." Now heading across the Atlantic Ocean, Wells takes inspiration from Welsh athletes' successes in America, with the likes of Gareth Bale in Major League Soccer and Louis Rees-Zammit's attempts to crack American Football's National Football League (NFL). "It gives me confidence, full confidence, 100%," he adds. "I have always had that confidence in myself ever since I was a 14-year-old kid." Wells also credits Basketball Wales for his development as he continues to make significant strides in his career. He has played for the Welsh national side since under-16 level, having been selected while impressing for Cardiff City Basketball Club. "Representing Basketball Wales has been a very big achievement for me," Wells says. "They have helped me grow a lot the past few years as I am now in the Wales under-20 national team." In addition, the guard believes that we could see a multitude of Welsh basketball players make similar strides in their careers, especially due to basketball culture in Wales seeing a drastic upwards shift. "It is growing at a rapid rate," he says. "I am seeing a lot of young hoopers, a lot of young stars, who could potentially go on to achieve amazing things in the future." Wells says his "ultimate goal" is to become a Welshman playing in the NBA. "It is a goal I have been working for, for the past four to five years, and I know I am going to accomplish it," he said.
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5 days ago
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Welsh teenager Wells bids to fulfil NBA dream
It is a rare occurrence; a Welsh boy packing his bags, aiming to fulfil his basketball dream in the USA. David Wells is living this reality. The 19-year-old is heading to Mississippi to join Meridian Community College's National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) basketball programme on a full scholarship. An uncommon sight; when most kids in Wales aspire to be the next Jac Morgan or Aaron Ramsey, Wells' driving passion is to be a National Basketball Association (NBA) superstar. After playing two years at St David's College in Cardiff, Wells was scouted to play in the United States by excelling at Sheffield College over the past year. Wells left his family in Cardiff and moved to Sheffield. He will now look to wave the Welsh flag high, starring in the Meridian green and white. He was with his friends when told the news, and says: "My coach finally texted me, 'Congratulations, you got a full ride to Meridian Community College'." Explaining the NBA route to BBC Sport Wales, Wells adds: "NJCAA basketball is the highest major college basketball that you can play in America. "After that NJCAA Division One, you have the NBA, which is the Premier League in the world. "So, in order for me to get to the league, I will have to earn myself a Division One offer from NJCAA." His journey so far and looking to the future Inspired by basketball legends Russell Westbrook and James Harden, Wells' basketball journey began at Sevenoaks Park in Grangetown, Cardiff, at the age of 14, thanks to his mother's purchase of a basketball. "I ended up coming to this exact court the moment I got my basketball," Wells says. "My first three or four shots went in, and I instantly fell in love with the game." Now heading across the Atlantic Ocean, Wells takes inspiration from Welsh athletes' successes in America, with the likes of Gareth Bale in Major League Soccer and Louis Rees-Zammit's attempts to crack American Football's National Football League (NFL). "It gives me confidence, full confidence, 100%," he adds. "I have always had that confidence in myself ever since I was a 14-year-old kid." Wells also credits Basketball Wales for his development as he continues to make significant strides in his career. He has played for the Welsh national side since under-16 level, having been selected while impressing for Cardiff City Basketball Club. "Representing Basketball Wales has been a very big achievement for me," Wells says. "They have helped me grow a lot the past few years as I am now in the Wales under-20 national team." In addition, the guard believes that we could see a multitude of Welsh basketball players make similar strides in their careers, especially due to basketball culture in Wales seeing a drastic upwards shift. "It is growing at a rapid rate," he says. "I am seeing a lot of young hoopers, a lot of young stars, who could potentially go on to achieve amazing things in the future." Wells says his "ultimate goal" is to become a Welshman playing in the NBA. "It is a goal I have been working for, for the past four to five years, and I know I am going to accomplish it," he said.
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11-06-2025
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OC's Adam Bresnu earns Male Student-Athlete of the Year honors
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The NJCAA has announced that Odessa College's Adam Brensu has been named this year's Male Student-Athlete of the Year. Bresnu is among the top 200 amateur golfers in the world according to the World Amateur Golf Ranking. Over the past two years, Bresnu has earned nine wins and placed in the top 10 30 times. During the 2024-2025 season, Brensu was ranked as the top overall men's golfer, coming into every contest averaging in the sub-70s. In addition, Brensu finished second at the 2025 NJCAA Division I Men's Championship at Sand Creek Station in Newton, KS. To go along with his stellar play over the year, Bresnu has earned a 3.69 GPA while enrolled at Odessa College. Brensu will continue his career up north in Lubbock with Texas Tech University as a junior, majoring in Business Administration. 'Adam Bresnu represents everything the David Rowlands Award stands for – excellence, perseverance, character, and leadership,' said Wayne Baker, Athletic Director at Odessa College. 'Having had the privilege to know David personally, I can say he would be incredibly proud of Adam's achievements both on and off the course. Adam's commitment to his sport, his academics, and his team embodies the very best of what it means to be a Wrangler and a student-athlete. We are honored to celebrate this remarkable accomplishment and grateful to the NJCAA for continuing David's lasting legacy through this prestigious award.' NJCAA Athletic Accomplishments Finished fourth at 2024 NJCAA Division I Men's Golf Championship Finished second at 2025 NJCAA Division I Men's Golf Championship 2024 NJCAA Academic All-American Ranked as top men's golfer in NJCAA for entire 2024-25 season Leads NJCAA in stroke average per round at 68.2 Winner of nine WAGR recognized events since Fall 2023 2025 Jack Nicklaus Award recipient Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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09-06-2025
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SUNY Orange men's golf places 11th at NJCAA Division III championships
Liam Parker finished 52nd overall to lead SUNY Orange golfers at the NJCAA Division III championships held at upstate Chautauqua Golf Club. The Colts finished last among 11 full teams, with 1,431 strokes, 295 behind champion Sandhills Community College, which shot 16-under-par over four rounds at par-72 Chautauqua Golf Course in western New York from June 3-6. Advertisement Parker posted seven pars and nine bogeys on day one; one birdie, seven pars and four bogeys on day two; two birdies, seven pars and seven bogeys on day three; and, two birdies, five pars and nine bogeys on day four. In all, Parker shot 49 over par. Daniel Conrad finished in 55th place, at 54-under. kmcmillan@ X / Twitter: @KenMcMillanTHR 2025 NJCAA Division III nationals SUNY Orange golfers: 52. Liam Parker 83-89-81-84 - 337 (+49); 55. Daniel Conrad 88-89-81-84 - 342 (+54); 65. Alex Miller 102-92-86-84 - 364 (+76); T70. Garrett McGovern 104-95-93-96 - 388 (+100); 72. William Siebert 105-97-93-102 - 397 (+109) Advertisement SUNY Ulster golfers: 59. Austin Uhl 89-88-86-84 - 347 (+59); 66. Jessie Rodriguez 89-86-90-100 - 365 (+77) This article originally appeared on Times Herald-Record: SUNY Orange competes at 2025 NJCAA Division III men's golf nationals
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24-05-2025
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Lady Raiders advance to NJCAA National Championship game
YUMA, Az (WMBB) – Northwest Florida State defeated top-seeded Florida Southwestern 3–1 in the NJCAA Division I World Series semifinals Friday, advancing to the national championship game. The Lady Raiders will face Florida Southwestern in a rematch Saturday at 3 p.m. CDT in the 2025 NJCAA Division I Softball World Series national championship game. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
