Badgers Strengthen Roster with Onuetu Signing
Filmogaz.com reports Wisconsin will add forward Victory Onuetu to its roster next season. The 6-foot-11 big man is from Alhaurin el Grande in Malaga, Spain. He is expected to arrive in Madison in June.
Player profile
Onuetu provides length and athleticism at the rim. Coach Greg Gard praised his rim protection, rebounding and lob ability.
He projects as a physical frontcourt piece who can alter shots and finish around the basket.
Hofstra season
Onuetu spent last season at Hofstra and played in all 35 games. He made 17 starts during the year.
He averaged 4.7 points and 6.9 rebounds per game. He led Hofstra with 91 offensive boards and posted 36 blocks.
- Games played: 35
- Starts: 17
- Points per game: 4.7
- Rebounds per game: 6.9
- Offensive rebounds: 91
- Blocks: 36
- Field goal percentage: 56.6%
- Double-doubles: 2
- NCAA Tournament (vs Alabama): 4 points, 9 rebounds
Spanish and international background
Before moving to the United States, Onuetu played for CB Prat Juventud in Spain’s Segunda FEB. He averaged 10.9 points and 6.1 rebounds there.
He also logged minutes with Monbus Obradoiro in the Primera FEB league. Onuetu brings notable youth international experience for Spain.
He helped Spain win the FIBA Under-19 World Cup title. He also earned gold at the FIBA Under-18 European Championship and played at the FIBA Under-20 Championship.
Roster impact and transfer context
The Badgers hope to strengthen their roster with the signing of Onuetu. Wisconsin views him as a fit for its frontcourt rotation and team culture.
Onuetu is the second transfer added this spring, following Trey Autry. The staff says they look forward to integrating him into their system.
Wisconsin will begin work with Onuetu when he arrives in June. Filmogaz.com will monitor his transition and report roster developments.
