Caledonia Gladiators Awards 2022/23
The Caledonia Gladiators proudly unveil the outstanding winners of the Basketball Player of the Year Awards. These exceptional athletes have showcased remarkable talent, dedication, and leadership on and off the court, making a lasting impact in our community. Selected by fans, players and coaches, these winners have demonstrated unparalleled skills, sportsmanship, and a relentless commitment […]
Miguel Angel Ortega – the big interview with WBBL Coach of the Year…
Written by Stuart Hodge What a first season it’s been for head coach Miguel Ángel Ortega in charge of the Caledonia Gladiators! The experienced Spaniard, who has a CV which trumps just about any other in the British basketball scene, was recognised with the Betty Codona Molten WBBL Coach of the Year award for his […]
WBBL | Miguel Ortega Named Coach of the Year
Following an extremely successful debut season in the league, Gladiators Head Coach, Miguel Ortega has been named the WBBL Coach of the Year, as voted by representatives across all of the clubs. Ortega’s side finished the regular season campaign in second place, behind only league winners London Lions. Also, recently, his side qualified for the […]
BBL | David Sloan Featured in Team of the Year
Gladiators’ American guard, David Sloan, has been listed in the British Basketball League Team of the Year. He had an impressive rookie campaign, proving to be one of the best guards in the league, and one of the top young players. Undoubtedly, Sloan’s top moment was the corner 3-pointer that sealed the BBL Trophy for […]
BBL | Prince Onwas Selected in BBL’s All-Defensive Team
The British Basketball League has confirmed that Prince Onwas has been selected in the their All-Defensive Team of the Year, following an impressive season all round from the American forward. The selected five also included Lions’ Josh Sharma, Phoenix’s Jamell Anderson and Larry Austin Jr., and Giants’ Anthony Roberson. The 29-year-old’s defensive prowess has been […]
WBBL | Erin and Chan selected in WBBL All-British Team Of The Year!
The Caledonia Gladiators are proud to announce that two of its outstanding players have been selected for the prestigious Women’s British Basketball League (WBBL) All-British Team of the Year. This remarkable achievement reflects their exceptional skills, dedication, and contributions to the sport. The Gladiators’ dynamic duo, Chantelle Handy and Erin McGarrachan, have been recognised among […]
WBBL | Gladiators Knocked out of Play-Offs by Strong Riders Side
Leicester Riders booked their place in the WBBL Play-Off Final after an impressive 69-50 victory over Caledonia Gladiators in the Semi-Final. Oliana Squires was the standout player for the Riders, scoring a game-high 25 points, while Téa Adams led the way for Caledonia with 20 points. The first quarter saw both teams come out of […]
WBBL | Miguel Ortega Picks Up April Coach of the Month
Get your tickets HERE for the next Gladiators game, when the WBBL side take on Leicester Riders in the Play-off semi final this Sunday at 5PM, at the Emirates Arena. The WBBL have today confirmed that Miguel Ortega has won April’s WBBL Coach of the Month following a successful few weeks with huge wins in […]
WBBL | Gladiators to Take on Riders in WBBL Playoff Semi-Final Showdown!
Get your £6 tickets for this Sunday’s WBBL Playoff semi-final HERE! This Sunday, at Emirates Arena, Caledonia Gladiators (WBBL) take on Leicester Riders in the WBBL Playoff semi-final following a convincing 81-53 victory over Cardiff Met Archers in last week’s quarter-finals. The winner of this Sunday’s fixture will travel to The O2, London, to face […]
PODCAST | Gladcast and co preview the WBBL Playoff Semi-Final!
After a brilliant 2nd place finish in their inaugural WBBL campaign we preview the semi final action when the Caledonia Gladiators take on the Leicester Riders for a place at the o2. Joined on the Pod by Mitch, Hodgey and by WBBL Co- Commentator Rona Lightbody we look at how brilliant the 2022/23 season has […]