INDIANAPOLIS - Former IUPUI big man Jonah Carrasco recently signed his first professional contract to play overseas for Brest-Metropole Basket in France's second division. Carrasco, a 6-foot-9 forward, arrived in France earlier this week to begin training for the upcoming season. 

"Jonah did everything asked of him and we're excited for him to have the opportunity to play professionally," head coach Matt Crenshaw said. "He's a great teammate and has continued to work hard to improve his game. I think his biggest impact will come at the defensive end and his ability to rebound and change ends of the floor quickly. He's been working to expand his game and he's excited to get to work. 

"Our staff is thrilled that he has the opportunity and know that he'll take full advantage of it."

Carrasco played 64 games over three seasons with the Jaguars, making 18 starts. He averaged 2.9 points and 3.1 rebounds for his IUPUI career and blocked 47 total shots. This past season was his most efficient offensive season as he shot 54.3 percent from the field while scoring 3.1 points per game. The year prior, he averaged a career-high 4.4 points and 3.8 rebounds per game, but missed the end of the season due to injury. He entered the transfer portal following that season, but ultimately returned to Indianapolis for his final season of eligibility while pursuing his Master's degree. 

He tied IUPUI's single-game record with seven blocked shots against East-West on Jan. 31, 2022 while also finishing with 15 points and 10 rebounds in that contest. This past year, he had a season-high nine points and five assists in his home finale against Youngstown State on Feb. 25, 2023. 

Academically, he was named to the NABC Honors Court each of the past two years and and CSC Academic All-District Team in 2023.