Allen Flanigan: I want to help FC Porto win and bring home the title | OneFootball

Ready to embark on his “first year as a professional,” Allen Flanigan joins FC Porto on a try-out basis, with the possibility of extending the contract until the end of the current season. The 24-year-old American forward, standing at 1.95 m, competed for five seasons in the NCAA, had a brief stint in France, and is now preparing to wear the Dragon on his chest. Self-described as an “athletic” basketball player who likes to “run the entire court,” Allen Flanigan is “excited” to wear blue and white, eager to feel the “atmosphere” created by the fans at Dragão Arena, and aims to achieve success alongside his new teammates.

From Little Rock to Invicta“I started playing in the United States and this is my first year as a professional. I’m excited to be here and I just want to get out there with my teammates, have fun, and play basketball.”

A self-portrait“As a player, I would say I’m an athletic forward, I like to run the entire court, fight for rebounds, and block some shots on defense.”

A quick and unexpected deal“I don’t know much about FC Porto and it was quite unexpected. I spoke with the coach [Fernando Sá] last weekend, arrived yesterday, and today I’m here. It was quick and unexpected.”

The NCAA“It’s a very competitive championship.”

The first time competing in multiple competitions“I know that FC Porto competes in multiple competitions and that this weekend we will face a rival in the fight for the title.”

Comfortable and calm“So far, I’m enjoying everything. The city is excellent and the food is good.”

The energy of the Blue Sea“I’m very excited to play in front of our fans and feel the atmosphere they create.”

The Dragão Arena“The pavilion is spectacular, large, spacious, and very well decorated around the court.”

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