Yanis Pierrot debuts in professional basketball

Yanis Pierrot, a 17-year-old player from the Pôle France, made his debut in the Betclic ELITE league during a game against the Mans team on October 24. The match ended in a 72-97 loss for Boulazac, but Pierrot, who had previously played two seasons in the Nationale 1 with the Pôle France, was given the opportunity to step into the professional arena.

Pierrot's performance in debut game

He played a total of nine minutes and 25 seconds, divided into three segments, during which he attempted two three-point shots without success. The brief appearance marked his first taste of professional competition, despite the team's defeat.

Pierrot's background and current role

Pierrot, who was born in 2009 and stands at 1.75 meters tall, has been a key player for the Boulazac Espoirs ELITE team since joining the Périgord region in the summer of 2026. Despite the team's challenging start to the season, Pierrot has been performing well, averaging 13.8 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.

Pierrot's standout performances

He has also had standout performances, scoring 22 points in games against Roanne and Bourg-en-Bresse. These performances have highlighted his potential and contributed to his selection for the professional debut.

Boulazac's injury challenges

Boulazac has been dealing with injuries, as Godwin Omenaka recently suffered an injury that required the recruitment of a first pigiste, and Patrick Beverley has been out of action since mid-October, with a return expected by the end of November. In the absence of these players, Alexandre Ménard has been relying on young talents like Pierrot to fill in.