6'8" French Guard Dominates Utah Tech with 11.9 PPG, 6.0 REB, and Elite Minutes
Noah Bolanga, a 6'8", 180-lb guard from Poitiers, France, is a high-intensity differentiator for Utah Tech, averaging 11.9 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in the 2025-26 season while leading the Trailblazers with 1,115 minutes played (32.8 MPG, 5th in WAC). His size allows him to play multiple positions, and his intensity peaked in December 2025 when he scored 18 points to beat Cal Baptist. Unlike typical guards, Bolanga brings a European defensive mindset and a 41.4% FG% with 1.3 steals/game, ranking 282nd nationally in steals. He transferred from St. Bonaventure (where he averaged 2.6 PPG as a freshman) and thrived in Utah Tech's system, showing no injury history and a personality defined by relentless hustle. For teams seeking a versatile, high-minute guard with rebounding prowess and defensive intensity, Bolanga is an ideal fit—especially for squads needing a 6'8" player who can guard wings and score in the paint.
