Basketball Standout Tiefing Diawara Commits to Syracuse University

DELAFIELD, Wis. – Earlier this week, St. John’s Northwestern Academies’ Tiefing Diawara, a standout in the school’s specialized DME Basketball Program, committed to play Division I basketball at Syracuse University, a storied program in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC).

Hailing from Mali, Diawara previously played for Orange1 Bassano in Italy before joining SJNA this past year. His remarkable talent, combined with the elite development provided by the DME Basketball Program, has positioned him for this next exciting step in his athletic and academic journey.

“Tiefing is extremely talented,” said Ben Wisniewski, head coach and director of the DME Basketball Program at SJNA. “He’s 6’11” with a 7’2″ wingspan, moves his feet like a soccer player, and has a soft touch around the rim. It’s been a pleasure having Tiefing in our program, and we are excited to watch him continue his journey at Syracuse.”

Syracuse, a program with three national championships (most recently in 2003, headlined by Carmelo Anthony) and six NCAA Final Four appearances, offers an incredible stage for Diawara to showcase his potential at the highest level of college basketball.

Over the past summer, Diawara gained valuable experience playing for Team Herro’s 17U squad on the Nike EYBL circuit, where he averaged 4.5 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks in 11 games, further solidifying his reputation as a player to watch.

At SJNA, the DME Basketball Program is more than just a team; it’s a pathway to the next level, designed to keep students’ Future Aspirations in Mind by blending elite athletic training with a rigorous academic environment. Tiefing’s success is a shining example of how this program helps talented student-athletes reach their goals and seize opportunities at top collegiate programs.

Join the SJNA: DME Basketball Program today, and you could be next! Visit sjnacademies.org/dme

About SJNA:

St. John’s Northwestern provides a safe, structured environment where students build a strong foundation for success. With specialized programs tailored to future aspirations, SJNA prepares young leaders to excel academically, professionally, and personally. Learn more at sjnacademies.org.