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Alba Berlin Brings Back Jack Kayil on Season-Long Loan

The 19-year-old point guard returns to his hometown club following two seasons abroad.

Kayil im DBB-Trikot
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Overview

  • Alba Berlin confirmed a season-long loan deal for Kayil, who will rejoin his hometown club after stints at Rasta Vechta and KK Mega Basket.
  • Sports director Himar Ojeda said the club regretted letting him leave two years ago and expects him to gain valuable professional minutes.
  • Kayil said he was delighted to play basketball in Berlin surrounded by family and friends and is eager to build on his progress.
  • During 18 Adria League games with KK Mega Basket last season, he averaged 7.7 points but battled injuries.
  • He won the U18 European Championship with Germany last year and recorded 10 points, three rebounds and four assists in his senior national team debut during an EM qualifier against Sweden.