Spar Girona player Iyana Martín has been named among the ten standout talents to watch this season in the Lliga Femenina Endesa, following a roster update released ahead of the new campaign. At just 20 years old, the Asturian point guard enters the league with high expectations after an impressive showing at the Berlin World Cup with the Spanish national team and claiming the national MVP title last season.
Spar Girona Star Iyana Martín Leads the Young Talent Watchlist
Martín joins Spar Girona under the guidance of veteran coach Roberto Íñiguez. Known for her ability to break defensive lines, create her own shots off the dribble, and shoulder responsibility in crunch time, she presents a formidable matchup for opposing defenses. Prior to joining Girona, she was selected seventh overall by the Portland Fire in the WNBA draft, choosing to further develop her European game in Spain.
Sika Koné and Promising Interior Forces
Sika Koné arrives as a physical centerpiece for the newly promoted Azulmarino Palma project. The Mali international dominated the paint last season, highlighted by a stellar 52-valuation performance against Guernica—one of the highest marks in league history. Her rebounding dominance and close-range scoring power anchor her squad’s ambitions in the top flight.
Valencia Basket Reinforces Roster with National Team Players
Valencia Basket boasts a heavily reinforced roster featuring several members of the Spanish national team nucleus. Center Raquel Carrera returns to the club following her stint with the New York Liberty in the WNBA. Standing 1.90 meters tall, Carrera combines size with exceptional court vision and mobility to drive Javi Torralba’s offense.
She is joined by young shooting guard Elena Buenavida, a 2004-born talent who recently helped Valencia capture the Supercopa title. Meanwhile, Alicia Flórez brings her high-intensity defensive style to Valencia after competing with the Washington Mystics, alongside fellow newcomer Marta Suárez, who brings prior NCAA and WNBA experience to the frontcourt.
Mariona Ortiz and Casademont Zaragoza Face Roster Shakes
Casademont Zaragoza captain Mariona Ortiz anchors the team’s organization and floor play. However, her scheduled departure on December 30 to join ‘Project B’—a new international basketball league overlapping with European competitions—presents a major hurdle for the Aragonese side as they compete across domestic and continental tournaments.
Aminata Sangaré and Irati Etxarri Expand Elite Competition
Leganés relies heavily on Aminata Sangaré, a 24-year-old forward from Mali who claimed Supercopa MVP honors after averaging 23.5 points and 9 rebounds. Elsewhere, Irati Etxarri steps into a primary leadership role at Movistar Estudiants following the departures of key squad members such as Juana Camilión and Frida Buhner.
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