Former Lobo Khadijah Shumpert’s collegiate career may have come to a close, but her playing days far from over.
After signing a contract with the Panathlitikos Sykeon in Thessaloniki, Greece, she will be the second Lobo in as many years to take a plunge overseas to pursue a career in basketball, across the Atlantic.
Shooting guard Antiesha Brown signed with Milan's Paddy Power Sesto San Giovanni in Milan, Italy, in 2015.
Shumpert’s senior season was highlighted by her 14.8 points per contest and six boards per contest, both team highs.
According to a UNM release, Shumpert is not the first Lobo to play in Greece. Current women’s basketball Director of Operations Vera Jo Bustos spent 2011-2012 Apollon Kalamarias in Thessaloniki.
"This is phenomenal opportunity and I am excited to not only see another part of the world, but to be doing something I love while I'm there," Shumpert said in a statement.
Liam Cary-Eaves is the sports editor for the Daily Lobo. He primarily covers volleyball, women’s basketball and baseball. He can be reached at sports@dailylobo.com or on Twitter @Liam_CE.
