East Stroudsburg, PA — East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is thrilled to celebrate another significant milestone in its athletic history. Emily Chmiel, a 6-foot-2 forward/center, has signed a professional basketball contract with SBS Ostrava, a top-tier women's club based in the Czech Republic.

While Chmiel is not the first ESU Women's Basketball player to reach the professional ranks, her signing underscores the ongoing success and talent development within the program. She joins a growing legacy of Warriors making their mark internationally.

A dominant force in NCAA Division II, Chmiel led the nation with 24 double-doubles across 28 games during her senior campaign. Her stellar performance—including averages of 22.3 points, 12.3 rebounds, 1.4 blocks, and 1.1 steals per game—earned her widespread recognition. She shot 52.0 percent from the field and 77.4 percent from the line.

Chmiel's 2024–2025 season brought in an impressive list of accolades:

• WBCA NCAA Division II All-American Honorable Mention
• D2CCA All-America Second Team
• D2CCA All-Atlantic Region First Team
• NCAA DII Double-Double Leader
• PSAC Leading Scorer and Rebounder

She also broke several program records at ESU:

• Single-Season Scoring Record
• Single-Season and Career Double-Doubles Record
• Most Consecutive 20+ Point Games
• Most 20+ Point Games in a Season

SBS Ostrava, a competitor in the Czech ZBL, CEWL, EWBL, and Eurocup circuits, praised Chmiel's basketball IQ and strong work ethic—qualities they anticipate will shine on the European stage.
As ESU continues producing high-caliber athletes ready for global competition, Chmiel's achievement represents the next chapter in an inspiring legacy.
For updates on Emily's career and SBS Ostrava's season, visit the club's official website and social media platforms.