Flash Agency is thrilled to announce that Canadian Guard Jannina Griffin Wallace (height: 173cm/5’8’’) has signed with Montana Basketball, the current champions and cup holders of Bulgaria, who also compete in the prestigious WABA league. Jannina’s athleticism brings outstanding speed, agility, and strength to every game. She is recognized as a dynamic, all-around player, seamlessly executing on both offense and defense. Her tenacity on the court is matched only by her skill—she attacks the basket, nails mid-range jumpers and 3-pointers, and creates opportunities for teammates with her willingness to share the ball. Defensively, her energy and anticipation make her a major threat: during her junior year, she was nationally ranked for steals, averaging 1.82 per game.
Career Highlights
- A versatile scorer known for mid-range and long-range shooting as well as aggressive drives to the rim.
- Notable playmaking skills: excels at setting up teammates and finishing in transition.
- High defensive impact: frequently among leaders in steals.
Career Timeline
- 2016-2017: Sault Ste. Marie, MI / LSSU School of Engineering & Technology
- 2017-2018: Murray State University (NCAA) 30 games: 5.0ppg, 2.4rpg, 2.2apg
- 2018-2019: Murray State University (NCAA, starting five) 29 games: 11.7ppg, 3.8rpg, 2.3apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 36.9%, 3PT:34.7%, FT: 77.9%
- 2019-2020: Virginia Commonwealth University (NCAA) Did not play (transfer rules)
- 2020-2021: Virginia Commonwealth University (NCAA) 23 games: 7.0ppg, 2.3rpg, 1.1apg, 1.1spg, FGP: 33.3%, 3PT:34.2%, FT: 86.7%
- 2021-2022: Virginia Commonwealth University (NCAA, starting five) 28 games: 8.7ppg, 4.6rpg, 1.8apg, 1.8spg, FGP:44.1%, 3PT: 29.6%, FT: 75.9%
- 2022-2023: Virginia Commonwealth University (NCAA, starting five) 29 games: 9.2ppg, 4.0rpg, 1.5apg, 1.6spg, FGP:35.9%, 3PT: 28.5%, FT: 89.7%
- 2023-2024: Durham Palatinates (UK-WBBL, starting five) 21 games: 20.4ppg (league leader), 4.9rpg, 2.5apg, 1.9spg, FGP: 37.0%, 3PT: 37.9%, FT: 80.5%
- 2024-2025: PAS Giannena (Greece-A1) 9 games: 9.7ppg, 2.2rpg, 2.8apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 34.5%, 3PT:21.2%, FT: 62.5% Eurocup: 2 games: 19.5ppg, 4.5rpg, 1.5apg, 1.5spg, FGP: 29.4%, 3PT:36.0%, FT: 100.0%
- 2025: Champs Club (Lebanon-WLBL, starting five) 16 games: 13.8ppg, 3.3rpg, 3.6apg, 2.0spg, 2FGP: 38.9%, 3PT: 28.9%, FT: 75.0%
Achievements and Awards
- Atlantic 10 Tournament Winner (2021)
- Atlantic 10 Tournament Semifinals (2022)
- British WBBL Player of the Week, Round 19 (2024)
- Eurobasket.com All-British WBBL Honorable Mention (2024)
Montana Basketball secures a proven champion and game-changer with the signing of Jannina Griffin Wallace. Her leadership, work ethic, and all-around abilities will be invaluable in the team’s campaign for domestic and international success. Welcome to Bulgaria, Jannina! Montana Basketball fans and the WABA league can look forward to her impact on and off the court.
