Stelios "Alex" Koukouravas (born 7 April 1998) is a Welsh professional basketball player who currently is the captain of and plays for the Welsh national team and the University of Oxford's Blues Basketball Team. He has previously played for Surrey Scorchers in the British Basketball League.

Alex Koukouravas
No. 47 Surrey Scorchers
PositionPoint guard
LeagueBritish Basketball League
Personal information
Born (1998-04-07) 7 April 1998 (age 28)
NationalityWelsh
Listed height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Listed weight165 lb (75 kg)
Career information
College
  • SGS (2014–2016)
  • Victory Rock Prep (2016–2017)
  • Surrey (2017–2018)
Playing career2018–present
Career history
2018–presentSurrey Scorchers

College career

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Koukouravas spent two years with South Gloucestershire and Stroud College and the Bristol Flyers Academy, before signing a scholarship with Victory Rock Prep in August 2016.[1]

A year later, he joined the University of Surrey, where professional team the Surrey Scorchers play their home games. During his time at university, he represented Team Surrey Basketball in British Universities and Colleges Sport.[2]

In 2021, Koukouravas joined Oxford University Men's Basketball Team known as the Blues.

Professional career

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In September 2018, Koukouravas joined British Basketball League team the Surrey Scorchers.[2]

International career

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Koukouravas has captained the Welsh national team at Under-16, Under-18, and Under-23 level. He is currently the captain of the senior men's team.[2]

References

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  1. "Alex Koukouravas signs scholarship with Victory Rock Prep". Bristol Flyers. 15 August 2016. Retrieved 25 September 2018.
  2. 1 2 3 Morgan, Ryan (21 September 2018). "Scorchers sign Koukouravas". Surrey Scorchers. Retrieved 25 September 2018.