In just two weeks at EuroProBasket, Daryl McElrath has transformed his basketball career, earning a professional tryout opportunity in Spain. This week, the American guard departed for Albacete to try out with a team in the Tercera FEB league.
A New Chapter in Spain
This is a fantastic opportunity for Daryl, whose journey to professional basketball has seen some challenges. Despite having participated in previous tours and showcases, Daryl had not yet been signed to any professional teams. However, his strong performance at EuroProBasket quickly caught the attention of teams in Spain, leading directly to this tryout.
If successful, this tryout could mark the start of his professional career in Europe, giving him a chance to compete in a respected Spanish league and gaining notoriety in Europe.
Background and Playing Experience
Daryl McElrath, who is 25 years old, is an American player who previously played for the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith (UAFS) at the NCAA Division 2 level. He stands at 6’4″ (193 cm). He can be described as an athletic, high character, hard working, and skilled player.
After his collegiate career, Daryl participated in various showcases and tours, where he demonstrated his abilities, but did not receive opportunities to sign with actual teams. Following just two weeks in the Euro Professional program he received interest from multiple teams with this opportunity being the best fit for the start of his basketball career overseas.
The entire EuroProBasket team is excited to see Daryl McElrath take this big step towards achieving his goal of playing professional basketball. Stay tuned for updates on his tryout!
