Flash Agency is proud to announce that US-Brazilian Guard Isabelle “Bella” Nascimento (173cm/5'8'') has signed with Clube União Sportiva and will compete in both the prestigious Liga Betclic Basquetebol Feminina and the FIBA Women’s EuroCup for the 2025–26 season! Bella is a lightning-quick, athletic guard who can hurt defenses in a multitude of ways. She excels at breaking down opponents off the dribble, slicing into the lane and elevating for smooth mid-range jumpers, while also posing a potent threat from three-point range. Renowned as one of the top shot creators in the nation, she combines elite scoring instincts with fierce defensive anticipation—routinely generating steals and immediately triggering the fast break. Bella’s aggressive yet selfless approach makes her a genuine team-first player. Her vision and passing mean she not only fills the stat sheet but also creates easy scoring opportunities for her teammates and consistently raises the level of those around her.
College Career Stats:
- 2021-2022, Manhattan College (NCAA): 29 games, 2.9 ppg
- 2022-2023, Manhattan College (NCAA, starter): 31 games, 9.5 ppg, 2.2 rpg, 1.1 apg, 1.2 spg, FG% 36.6%, 3PT% 28.1%, FT% 75.7%
- 2023-2024, College of William & Mary (NCAA, starter): 29 games, 12.4 ppg, 3.1 rpg, 2.3 apg, 1.2 spg, FG% 38.0%, 3PT% 30.8%, FT% 67.1%
- 2024-2025, College of William & Mary (NCAA, starter): 35 games, 16.6 ppg, 4.0 rpg, 2.0 apg, 1.6 spg, FG% 43.8%, 3PT% 29.4%, FT% 74.1%
- 2024-2025, American NBA (Summer Opportunity): 34 games, 16.5 ppg, 3.9 rpg, 2.1 apg, 1.6 spg, 2FG% 44.4%, 3PT% 28.6%, FT% 74.1%
Awards & Achievements:
- MAAC Regular Season Co-Runner-Up – 2022
- MAAC Tournament Finalist – 2022, 2023
- CAA Tournament Winner – 2025
- All-CAA All-Tournament MVP & All-Tournament Team – 2025
- All-CAA Second Team – 2025
International Experience:
-Brazilian National Team – 2025
FIBA AmeriCup for Women (Silver Medal): 7 games, 15.0 ppg (4th), 3.6 apg, 49.0% 3PT, 93.8% FT (Tournament Leader)
Latinbasket.com All-FIBA AmeriCup Second Team – 2025
- Brazilian University National Team – 2025
World University Games (Rhine-Ruhr, Germany): 6 games, 16.5 ppg (3rd), 3.0 rpg, 1.7 apg
Eurobasket.com All-World University Games Honorable Mention – 2025
Bella now brings her international experience, competitive fire, and leadership to Clube União Sportiva, where she will make an immediate impact on both national and European stages. Competing in both Liga Betclic and FIBA Women’s EuroCup, Bella is ready to help elevate the club and continue her winning journey in Portugal! Congratulations and good luck, Bella!