Vrenz Bleijenbergh

Vrenz Paul M. Bleijenbergh (born 14 October 2000) is a Belgian professional basketball player for Galatasaray of the Basketbol Süper Ligi (BSL).

Early life and youth career Bleijenbergh was born in Brasschaat, Belgium. He started playing basketball by the age of four with his local club Ticino Merksem. He played the point guard position in the youth divisions even though he was tall enough to be a power forward.

Professional career Antwerp Giants (2018–2021) In October 2018, Bleijenbergh signed a long-term professional contract with the Antwerp Giants. He turned down college offers from Arizona, Texas Tech and UCLA, among others. Bleijenbergh left secondary school to focus on basketball. He declared for the 2019 NBA draft before withdrawing. In the 2020–21 season, Bleijenbergh became a regular starter with the Antwerp Giants. He was named Pro Basketball League Rising Star at the end of the season.

On 1 June 2021, Bleijenbergh declared for the 2021 NBA draft but went undrafted.

Real Betis (2021–2022) On 10 August 2021, Bleijenbergh signed with Real Betis of the Spanish Liga ACB. On 7 February 2022, he terminated his contract with the team.

Windy City Bulls (2022) On 26 February 2022, Bleijenbergh was acquired by the Windy City Bulls of the NBA G League. He appeared in three games to finish the 2021–22 NBA G League season.

Bleijenbergh joined the Phoenix Suns for the 2022 NBA Summer League. On 17 September, he scored 12 points in his Oostende debut during the 2022 BNXT Supercup, which the team won over Heroes Den Bosch. He was the 2023 Belgian League Finals MVP.

Yukatel Merkezefendi (2023–2025) On 26 July 2023, Bleijenbergh signed with Yukatel Merkezefendi of the Basketbol Süper Ligi (BSL). He averaged 8.1 points, 6.8 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.6 steals per game in 2023–24. He re-signed with the team on 18 July 2024. He was released by the Phoenix on 16 September, prior to the start of the regular season.

Adelaide 36ers (2025) Bleijenbergh played for the Adelaide 36ers at the Pavlos Giannakopoulos Tournament.

Yukatel Merkezefendi (2025–2026) On November 13, 2025, he signed Yukatel Merkezefendi of the Basketbol Süper Ligi (BSL) and completed his return.

Galatasaray (2026–present) On July 13, 2026, he signed with Galatasaray of the Basketbol Süper Ligi (BSL).

National team career Bleijenbergh has represented Belgium at several youth international tournaments. He averaged 13.5 points, eight rebounds, a tournament-high six assists and two blocks per game at the 2018 FIBA U18 European Championship Division B in Macedonia, leading his team to a bronze medal. He was named to the All-Tournament Team.

On 24 February 2019, Bleijenbergh made his Belgian senior national team debut, scoring three points against Iceland during EuroBasket 2022 Pre-Qualifiers.