Kiur Thomas Vehmanen is a Finnish-Estonian point guard known for his high basketball IQ and unselfish play. He excels in orchestrating the offense, making smart decisions, and facilitating ball movement. While not a primary scoring option, his ability to manage the game’s tempo and involve teammates makes him a valuable asset. Defensively, he brings energy and anticipation, often disrupting opposing offenses. Vehmanen’s leadership and team-first mentality are key components of his playing style.

PLAYER’S DATA COURTESY OF EUROBASKET

Born: Jan.2, 2000
Full name: Kuir Thomas Vehmanen
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Career:
2014-2015: Virumaa PK U18 team
2017-2018: In Feb.’18 signed at BA Tallinn Kavel U20 team (EYBL, starting five): 4 games: 4.8ppg, 2.8rpg, 4.3apg, 1.0spg
2018-2019: Tallinna Kalev/TLU II (1 Liiga), played also at BA Tallinn Kalev U20 team (EYBL): 18 games: 9.1ppg, 3.1rpg, Assists-3(3.3apg), 1.3spg, FGP: 50.0%, 3PT: 36.0%, FT: 76.7%
2019-2020: Karhu Kauhajoki (Finland-Korisliiga): 15 games: 0.9ppg, 1.0apg, played also at BA Tallinn Kalev U20 team (Estonia-EYBL, starting five): 4 games: 8.3ppg, 5.0rpg, 6.0apg, 2.8spg, FGP: 60.0%, FT: 75.0%
2020-2021: Karhu Kauhajoki (Korisliiga): 31 games: 2.7ppg, 1.6apg
2021-2022: LoKoKo Bisons Loimaa (Korisliiga, starting five): 32 games: 5.5ppg, 1.8rpg, 2.9apg, FGP: 35.5%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 50.0%
2022-2023: RSK Tarvas Rakvere (Estonia-KML): Lat-Est BL: 5 games: 6.0ppg, 3.0rpg, 3.0apg, 2FGP: 30.8%, 3FGP: 33.3%, FT: 66.7%, in Feb.’23 moved to ETB Wohnbau Miners Essen (Germany-Regionalliga): 12 games: 4.3ppg, 1.8rpg, 3.2apg, 1.1spg
2023-2024: Korihait Uusikaupunki (Korisliiga): 36 games: 4.9ppg, 1.7rpg, 2.4apg
2024-2025: Korihait Uusikaupunki (Korisliiga): 9 games: 3.0ppg, 1.4apg, in Feb.’25 moved to Oulun Basketball (1st Division A): 6 games: 7.5ppg, 3.7rpg, 3.7apg, 2.2spg, FGP: 50.0%, 3PT: 26.3%, FT: 57.1%
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Awards/Achievements:
Estonian 1.Liiga Regular Season Runner-Up -2019
Estonian 1.Liiga Finalist -2019
EYBL U20 Regular Season Champion -2019
EYBL U20 Champion -2019
Finnish League Finalist -2021
German Regionalliga (West Group) Champion -2023
Finnish Cup Semifinals -2024