Dorka Kastl brings Yale a rim-protecting, rebound-collecting rookie presence
In the 2025-26 season, Dorka Kastl has been Yale’s most intriguing young frontcourt piece: a 6-foot-2 first-year forward from Budapest who is averaging 2.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.3 assists while showing clear value as an interior defender and shot-blocker. Penn described her as a “defensive force inside the paint,” and she led the conference at 2.5 blocks per game in the cited matchup context, which hints at real two-way upside.[1][2] Her fit is strongest for a team that needs length, activity, and disruption more than pure scoring polish right now.[1][2]
