Dayton's Amael L'Etang to Return for Junior Season

Key contributor will remain with Flyers for 2026-27 campaign

Apr. 6, 2026 at 1:22am

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Amael L'Etang, a rising junior forward for the University of Dayton Flyers, has announced he will return to the team for the 2026-27 season. L'Etang was the Flyers' third-leading scorer last season, averaging 11.9 points per game, and was second on the team with 196 total rebounds.

Why it matters

L'Etang's decision to stay at Dayton is a significant boost for the Flyers as they look to build on their success from the 2025-26 season. As one of the team's top returning players, his presence will be crucial in helping the Flyers compete for a spot in the NCAA Tournament.

The details

L'Etang, a native of Bastia, France, was named to the Atlantic 10's All-Rookie Team as a freshman in 2024-25. This past season, he reached double figures in Dayton's last four games, including the game-winning tip-in basket to beat Saint Louis in the Atlantic 10 Tournament semifinals.

  • L'Etang announced his decision to return for his junior season on Sunday, April 6, 2026.
  • The 2026-27 season will be L'Etang's third year with the Dayton Flyers.

The players

Amael L'Etang

A rising junior forward for the University of Dayton Flyers, L'Etang was the team's third-leading scorer and second-leading rebounder in the 2025-26 season.

Jaiun Simon

Another Dayton player who has announced he will return for the 2026-27 season, joining L'Etang as one of the few scholarship players with multiple years of experience at the university.

Bryce Heard

A player who is reportedly entering the transfer portal after one year at both North Carolina State and Dayton.

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The takeaway

L'Etang's decision to return for his junior season provides stability and experience for a Dayton Flyers team that will be looking to build on its recent success and compete for a spot in the NCAA Tournament.