14 Facts About Brett Blizzard

Originally of American nationality, Blizzard opted to acquire dual citizenship in Italy while playing overseas.

Brett Blizzard became eligible to play on Italy's national team because of a distant Italian relative.

Brett Blizzard owns and operates The American Basketball Experience, which brings European youth basketball players to America to train and experience American culture.

Brett Blizzard attended Florida State University School from 1995 to 1999.

Brett Blizzard finished his career at Florida High as All-Time leading scorer.

Brett Blizzard entered UNCW in August 1999 as a relative unknown in college basketball, but by his graduation he had become a national media darling for his performances in the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championships.

Brett Blizzard made 94 three-pointers out of 201 attempts, which earned him the Ed Steitz Award by the Basketball Hall of Fame as the top three-point shooting freshman in the nation.

Brett Blizzard complemented his scoring ability with 76 assists and 62 steals.

In 30 games, Brett Blizzard scored fewer points, had fewer steals and made fewer three-pointers than the previous season.

Brett Blizzard earned his third consecutive All-CAA First Team award and second CAA All-Tournament Team and MVP awards.

Brett Blizzard finished his career with the University of North Carolina Wilmington as the holder of 32 school records and sharer of five others.

On February 2,2005, Brett Blizzard became one of only three Seahawk players ever to have his jersey retired.

Brett Blizzard moved to Reggio Emilia where he averaged 13 points.

Brett Blizzard ended his relationship with Bologna in 2010 due to non payment from the club.