Peristeri Signs John Ittounas

Peristeri has officially added John Ittounas to its roster, securing the promising 23-year-old Greek-American guard for the 2025-26 season. Ittounas, who showcased his skills in the Elite League with HANTH last season, is expected to significantly strengthen Peristeri's perimeter.

"KAE Peristeri is pleased to announce the agreement with athlete John Ittounas," the club stated. "The 23-year-old guard's presence is anticipated to fortify our team's guard line as we approach our upcoming challenges."

Player Profile

John Ittounas, born on September 2, 2002, in Vernon Hills, Illinois, brings a blend of scoring and playmaking to the court. Standing at 1.91m (6'3"), he's a true guard with deep Greek roots from Tripoli, Peloponnese. Beyond his on-court talent, Ittounas is also noted for his strong academic background in finance, highlighting his well-rounded profile.

Collegiate & Professional Journey

Ittounas honed his game through the demanding US collegiate system before making his professional debut in Greece.

High School Standout (Stevenson High School): As a high school phenom, Ittounas was a leader and captain, averaging 10 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists in his final two years.

NCAA & JUCO Development (2020-2024): His collegiate path saw him at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater (NCAA DIII) and Triton College (JUCO), where he averaged 4.5 points and 2.6 rebounds. He truly blossomed at Elmhurst University (NCAA DIII), earning "athlete of the year" recognition. In his senior year (2023-24), he exploded for 17.6 points and 2.4 assists across 28 games, leading Elmhurst to a CCIW Tournament title and a second-place conference finish.

Greek Professional Debut (HANTH, 2024-25): Last season marked his entry into the Greek professional scene with HANTH in the Elite League. He made an immediate impact, averaging 15.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.0 steal over 32 games, while shooting an efficient 41.6% from beyond the arc and 81% from the free-throw line.