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Israeli Forward Joins Seton Hall Basketball
2 Sep
Summary
- Ilay Dolinski, an Israeli forward, has joined the Seton Hall Pirates' roster.
- Dolinski previously played for Israel's senior national team and professionally.
- This signing continues Seton Hall's trend of recruiting international talent.
Seton Hall basketball has added Israeli forward Ilay Dolinski to its 2026-27 roster, marking a significant expansion of its international recruitment pipeline. Dolinski, who hails from Tel Aviv, brings a wealth of experience to South Orange.
He previously competed for Israel's senior national team during the 2026 FIBA World Cup qualifiers, averaging 4.3 points and 2.3 rebounds. Dolinski also played professionally for Kiryat in Israel's top-tier Winner League, where he averaged 7.7 points and 4.3 rebounds during the 2025-26 season.
While initially committing to Tulsa in July, Dolinski ultimately joined Seton Hall and has begun practicing with the team. This recruitment underscores a growing trend in college basketball, where programs increasingly look overseas for talent. Seton Hall is also reportedly close to adding Italian wing Theo Airhienbuwa.
With Dolinski on board, the Pirates' projected 2026-27 depth chart includes seven guards, two wings, and four bigs. His presence signifies Seton Hall's strategic move to leverage international prospects, potentially a recurring strategy if NCAA eligibility standards for foreign professionals remain flexible.
