Just as the Spanish women’s league playoffs are set to begin, Carla Leite is leaving Zaragoza. As many of the club’s fans had feared, the French international announced her immediate departure on Thursday. This decision was made to allow her to join the training camp of the new WNBA franchise, Portland Fire, as soon as possible.
Upon arriving in Spain this summer, the point guard immediately showcased her talent. Particularly in the EuroLeague, where she averaged 10.7 points and 2.9 assists this season. She departs Zaragoza on a high note, having scored 20 points in her team’s victory over Girona (66-63) in the EuroLeague bronze medal game this past Sunday.
Carla Leite Leaves Zaragoza
French international Carla Leite has announced her immediate departure from Casademont Zaragoza, a move that comes as a concern for many of the club’s supporters, especially with the Spanish women’s league playoffs on the horizon. The decision was made to facilitate her timely arrival at the training camp for the new WNBA expansion team, the Portland Fire.
Since her arrival in Spain this summer, the point guard quickly made a significant impact with her skills. In the EuroLeague, she demonstrated her capabilities by averaging 10.7 points and 2.9 assists per game throughout the season. Her departure from Zaragoza is marked by a notable performance, as she contributed 20 points to her team’s 66-63 victory against Girona in the EuroLeague third-place playoff match on Sunday.
Carla Leite’s Departure from Zaragoza Ahead of Playoffs
French star Carla Leite is leaving Casademont Zaragoza, a move that was unfortunately anticipated by many supporters of the club. The announcement of her immediate departure came on Thursday, just days before the Spanish women’s league playoffs commence. This decision is driven by Leite’s desire to join the training camp of the new WNBA franchise, the Portland Fire, at the earliest opportunity.
Leite arrived in Spain this summer and quickly proved her worth. Her standout performances were particularly evident in the EuroLeague, where she averaged 10.7 points and 2.9 assists per game this season. She concluded her time with Zaragoza on a strong note, scoring 20 points in their 66-63 win over Girona in the EuroLeague bronze medal game on Sunday.
