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CHRIS WHITSON

Position: Shooting Guard

City: Albacete, Spain

Year: 2025-26

Chris Whitson, a dedicated athlete who has honed his skills through multiple EuroProBasket and European Summer League appearances, has signed with a Tercera FEB team in Spain for the 2025-26 season. This significant achievement marks a new chapter in Whitson’s impressive journey, which began in Australia and has seen him steadily rise through the ranks of Spanish basketball.

Chris Whitson first joined EuroProBasket in 2022, attending the European Summer League multiple times. These experiences proved invaluable, providing him with the essential tools and exposure to adapt and develop as a European player. His hard work, determination, and exceptional shooting ability quickly became evident, setting him apart on the court.

Originally from Australia, Whitson made the move to Spain in 2023, embarking on a professional career that has seen him consistently improve and make his mark. His journey includes playing for CB Mollerussa Spain in 2023-24, followed by a season with CB Lorriguilla’s Senior men’s team and 3×3 travel team in 2024-25.

EuroProBasket played a crucial role in Whitson’s adaptation to the European style of play, providing him with the necessary training, guidance, and exposure to scouts and teams. His consistent performance, including an impressive 12.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.1 steals, and 0.5 blocks per game over 13 games in the 2022-23 EuroProBasket Summer League & Euro Professional Program, showcased his potential and paved the way for his continued success.

Chris Whitson’s story is an inspiring example of how dedication, combined with the right development platform, can lead to remarkable achievements. His journey from Australia to becoming a mainstay in Spanish basketball is a testament to his talent and the impact of programs like EuroProBasket in fostering international basketball careers.

General info

Born: February 28th 2001
Nationality: Australia
Height: 6’3″ – 191 cm
Previous Team: CB Loriguilla, Valencia, Spain
University: SC Phoenix U21’s D1, Australia 2021

Previous experience

2024-25: CB Lorriguilla Valencia, Spain – Senior men’s team and 3×3 travel team
2023-24: CB Mollorusa Catalunya, Spain
June 2023: EuroProBasket European Summer League
2022-23: EuroProBasket Summer League & Euro Professional Program – 13 Games, 12.4 pts, 4.8 rebs, 1.2 asts, 1.1 stls, 0.5 blks
2021: SC Phoenix U21’s D1, Australia – 30 Games, 37.3 min, 23.3 pts, 3.0 rebs, 5.0 asts, 43% 2pt, 37% 3pt

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