Who Is Yanni Wetzell – Is He Related To Pippa Wetzell? Details To Know
NBL player Yanni Wetzell came under the spotlight when viewers got curious about the relationship with Pippa Wetzell.
The six feet tall athlete Yanni Wetzell just scored 9.3 PGG, getting the title of a no.1 player of the 2022 NBL.
It seems like he is the only hope for New Zealand Breakers as he helped them beat Illawaeea Hawks by 90-67.
Indeed, his skill in the game got him the reward of the title f Foot Locker Player of the game.
BREAKERS ARE ?!
The @NZBreakers bounce back in a BIG way taking down the @illawarrahawks 90-67 in Tassie.
Yanni Wetzell won the battle of the BIGS and claimed Foot Locker player of the game in the process ?#NBL22 pic.twitter.com/cNGkBq5Rik
— The NBL (@NBL) February 2, 2022
Is Yanni Wetzell Related To Pippa Wetzell?
Basketball player Yanni Wetzell is related to presenter Pippa Wetzel as they are the children of Clem Wetzel. The 45-year-old journalist from Auckland works under TVNZ.
The two share the same father, but their mothers are different.
According to vucommodores, he has three other sisters, Kylie, Georgia, and Anya. Both of his parents have the sporty gene running in their blood as his father played rugby at the collegiate level while his mom was a surfer.
Reports say they have traveled 12 times to the San Diego State to watch him play.
Brian Dutcher says he feels for KJ Feagin and Yanni Wetzell missing out on this years NCAA Tournament. pic.twitter.com/X0Za2udruV
— Daily Aztec Sports (@DAztecSports) March 13, 2020
Yanni Wetzell Age And Wikipedia- Who Is He?
New Zealander professional basketball player Yanni Wetzell was born on 8th July 1996, making him 25.
Growing up in Auckland, New Zealand, he started playing soccer at eight. He changed career at 13, and he took a liking to Tennis. His aspirations for the sport led him to achieve a junior ranking nationally.
While getting his secondary education from Westlake Boys High School, he suddenly hit a growth spurt and shifted his attention to basketball.
In 2014, he led the team to the national Championships only to lose to Otago Boys High School.
Thank you, Yanni Wetzell #AztecforLife pic.twitter.com/ll0artgISU
— Aztec Game Time (@AztecGameTime) February 26, 2020
Does Yanni Wetzell Have A Wife Or Girlfriend- Who Is His Family?
Yanni Wetzell is mot married or even dating. Since the athlete is not on social media, such details about his life remain foggy.
Nonetheless, we are sure he has been a part of a few affairs in his youth. Given his tight training schedule and inherent need to do better, we doubt he has any time for a romantic endeavor.
You can follow him on his Twitter handle be part of his 1k followers.
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5️⃣ Yanni WetzellTip-off in 15 on Sky Sport 1!#UNBREAKABLE pic.twitter.com/pmzkwepSN5
— Sky Sport Breakers (@NZBreakers) February 6, 2022
Yanni Wetzell Net Worth Explored- What Is His Salary?
As of 2022, the net worth of Yanni Wetzell is still under evaluation and has an estimated salary of under 500,000 annually.
After playing for St. Mary’s in his freshman year, he got transferred to Vanderbilt. He had a glorious three years playing for the team as he gt a 59.2% field goal percentage.
He went professional when he signed a contract with South East Melbourne Phoenix in 2020. Currently, he is under New Zealand Breaker on a three years deal.
