| No. 5 – Shonan Sesaside | |
|---|---|
| Position | Center |
| Personal information | |
| Born | (2003-01-20) 20 January 2003 (age 21) Algiers, Algeria |
| Listed height | 7 ft 1 in (2.16 m) |
| Career history | |
| 2022–2024 | USM Alger |
| 2024– | Shonan Sesaside |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Faredj Messaoudi (born 20 January 2003) is an Algerian professional basketball player.
History
Shonan Sesaside
— Faredj Messaoudi’s statement about his experience in Japan.It’s exciting also to get that chance to go to Japan. I am grateful for this opportunity to grow within this league and I’m looking forward to developing my game even further. I am sure that it’s amazing to play over there. It’s going to be fantastic !.
On February 5, 2024, the official page of the Algerian Olympic and Sports Committee announced that USM Alger player Faradj Messouadi had signed a professional contract in the Japanese 3x3 Basketball League, becoming the first Algerian to obtain a professional contract in this sport. Iwata General Manager commented that with his smooth movements that do not reveal his height of 215 cm, he is expected to be active in attack and defense. Although Messaoudi is still a young player, he plays an active role in the Algerian national team in 3x3, so he is sure that he will bring a new breath to the team.
Honours
Club
USM Alger
- Super Division: 2022–23
References
- "OUR FIRST PLAYER IN JAPAN". Blazers 3x3. 6 February 2024. Retrieved 24 June 2024.
- "Basket 3x3 : Faredj Messaoudi rejoint la Shonan Sesaside.Exe au Japon". El Moudjahid. 9 February 2024. Retrieved 25 May 2024.
- "Faredj Messaoudi(ファレジ・メッサオウディ)選手 契約締結のお知らせ". Shonan Seaside 3x3. 6 February 2024. Retrieved 24 June 2024.
- "Super-Division de Basketball: 54 ans après, l'USMA renoue avec le titre". aps.dz. June 11, 2023. Retrieved June 13, 2023.