In a thrilling basketball matchup, the Caledonia Gladiators emerged victorious over the Plymouth City Patriots in a nail-biting contest played in Plymouth. The Gladiators showed their mettle throughout the game, never backing down from the challenge posed by their opponents. Right from the tip-off, it was clear that this was going to be a closely…
In an essential BBL Championship matchup, Gladiators welcomed Bristol Flyers to the Emirates Arena. Coach Kapoulos’ Flyers were heading into the game hoping to maintain their spot in second place, whilst Gareth Murray’s Trophy winning side were looking to keep up their top four spot. After Malcolm Delpeche won the tip for the visitors, he…
In a crucial WBBL Championship fixture for both sides, Caledonia Gladiators travelled south to Sheffield to do battle with the Hatters. Sheffield’s WBBL franchise sat in fourth place heading into the fixture, with Miguel Ortega’s Gladiators seeing themselves one spot above, in third, having played one less game than tonight’s hosts. After Jamila Thompson winning…
We are delighted to announce that we will once again be organising away travel for our trip to Newcastle on the 14th of April 2023. This game has just been selected to be shown on SkySports and will now tip-off at 19:45 rather than 19:30. To register your interest, please fill out the following FORM….
MATCH DETAILS It’s game day at the Emirates! It’s time for some Friday night hoops! The Gladiators face-off against Bristol Flyers in a crucial game heading into the closing stages of the championship! Doors open at 6:30 pm and tip is at 7:30 pm. tickets are STILL AVAILABLE VIA TICKETLINE or can be purchased on the door…
The Giants came to town on Sunday to take on the Gladiators. the home team Caledonia took the win by 9 points. We spoke post match with Giants Captain Rahmon Fletcher and Coach Vince Macauley plus your Gladiator heroes. They all mentioned similar things about intensity of defence which must be great for the coaching…
Caledonia Gladiators are delighted to announce a formal partnership with Working with Parents in Sport (WWPIS). Working with Parents in Sport website WWPIS will provide us a support platform for parents/carers, coaches, and athletes across all teams within the Caledonia Gladiators network. Lisa Palombo said “ We are delighted with our newest partnership. It’s vital…
Steve Timoney and his wife Alison – who also own the Gladiators’ WBBL franchise – took over the BBL club just before the start of this season and are self financing the project they consider to be part of their legacy. With a net worth estimated at anywhere between £60 million and £100 million they…
The Caledonia Gladiators triumphed over the Manchester Giants in a thrilling championship game that had fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer. The Gladiators started strong, taking an early lead with a series of impressive three-pointers from, Prince Onwas. However, the Giants quickly rallied and managed to keep the game close…
MATCH DETAILS It’s game day at the Emirates! It’s time for some Sunday afternoon hoops! The Gladiators face-off against Manchester Giants in a crucial game heading into the closing stages of the championship! Doors open at 4 pm and tip is at 5 pm. tickets are STILL AVAILABLE VIA TICKETLINE or can be purchased on the door…
Report by Robbie Macdonald After clinching the playoffs last weekend Caledonia Gladiators (WBBL) backed up their a tightly fought victory in Cardiff with a hard-earned 79-70 win in this afternoon’s visit to Manchester Met Mystics. Bottom of the table Mystics started the game fantastically at Platt Lane Sports Complex to take a half-time lead in…
After his post-Trophy Final sprint, Gladiators General Manager, Sean Skelly, has been approached to audition for a sequel to the 1994 Robert Zemeckis classic, Forrest Gump. Skelly sprinted around the Emirates Arena upon the final buzzer of the historic Trophy win, the first silverware for the Scottish franchise in 20 years since current club captain,…
Next up, Gareth Murray’s BBL side take on Manchester Giants this Sunday in the BBL Championship – TICKETS. Also, Miguel Ortega’s WBBL side welcome Sheffield Hatters to town on Sunday 9th April – TICKETS This weekend, both BBL and WBBL sides are in action as Gareth Murray’s side welcome Manchester Giants to the Emirates on Sunday, and…
Gladiators player/assistant coach, Chantelle Handy has been selected to coach GB’s U20’s women’s team this summer for the FIBA European Youth Championships. The Under-20s side are returning to action for the first time since 2019. The squad and assistant coach remain to be confirmed. The Olympian and former GB captain is set to join the…
In Wales, with the stakes of the game on the hand, Téa Adams stepped up and brought the win home for Gladiators as they defeated Cardiff Met Archers on Saturday. She has been honoured with a place in the WBBL’s all-star five for the week. In the eventual four-point victory, the American guard dropped 23…
Following the historic win over Cheshire Phoenix in the BBL Trophy Final, two Gladiators have received mention in the league’s all-star five for the week: Jeremiah Bailey and Fahro Alihodzic. Bailey, on the night, won the league’s MVP honours and took home Molten’s golden basketball. His 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists were pivotal…
Report by Stuart Hodge If you’re going to wait 20 years, you might as well do it right. And do it right the Caledonia Gladiators did. On Sunday, our men’s professional team became the biggest sports story in the country and announced the club’s arrival to all those who hadn’t yet heard in the most…
Grant Young was joined by a variety of special guests during yesterday’s historic BBL Trophy Final for a Gladcast Basketball Podcast special episode. Chantelle Handy, Matt Haufer from Scoutory, Prince Onwas, Kyle Jimenez, Anthony Rowe, Jeremiah Bailey, Jonny Bunyan, Darryl Wood, Gareth Murray, Steve Timoney and Sean Skelly all joined the podcast. Grant and the…
Report by Daniel Gilfoyle The Caledonia Gladiators won the BBL Trophy against the holders, Cheshire Phoenix, 73-70, thanks to a last-second shot from David Sloan. Pregame, the Gladiators looked to grab silverware for the first time in 20 years. Everything had changed since then, and they ended the drought against a very tough Cheshire side….
Written by Stuart Hodge – @Hodgeythehack Today, all the talking stops and it’s time to go out and deliver. That’s the attitude the Caledonia Gladiators are adopting ahead of the British Basketball League Trophy Final against the Cheshire Phoenix, which you can watch live from 3pm on a live stream or on Sky Sports if…
