U19 World Championship Features Future Big 12 Standouts

The U19 World Cup title game on July 6 pits the United States against Germany in Lausanne and will shine a spotlight on three rising stars from the Big 12 footprint.

BYU freshman AJ Dybantsa and Arizona’s Koa Peat are key figures for Team USA, while Texas Tech’s Christian Anderson fronts Germany’s lineup.

AJ Dybantsa has turned heads throughout the tournament, averaging 14.3 points in just 14 minutes per game, ranking fourth in the MVP discussion. His speed and scoring touch have made him one of the most intriguing players, second only to Germany’s Hannes Steinbach in the tournament’s web traffic rankings.

Team USA head coach Tommy Lloyd has managed Dybantsa’s minutes carefully, resting him late in games to keep him fresh for the title push.

Koa Peat, another Big 12 product via Arizona, has also made an impact. Peat led Team USA in the opener against Australia with 17 points and 10 rebounds, later playing key minutes in the semifinals. His balanced contributions, physicality inside, and a nose for the ball reinforce his role as a dependable forward.

On the opposing side, Christian Anderson has spearheaded Germany’s run to the final. The Texas Tech sophomore is averaging 14.5 points and 6.8 assists, a tournament-high assist rate. His ability to orchestrate Germany’s offense adds a high-level challenge for Team USA.

With a title on the line, the profiles of these three Big 12 league members lend some extra drama. Dybantsa and Peat aim to secure gold for the U.S., while Anderson seeks to cap Germany’s underdog run with a signature win. The matchup Sunday at 1 p.m. CT will test individual talent and conference pride.