Caledonia Gladiators are pleased to announce the signing of guard Tia Freeman ahead of the new season.

Freeman arrives full of confidence after a standout 2025-26 campaign with Anglia Ruskin University in WNBL Division One, where she averaged 18.5 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 2.4 steals per game across 19 appearances. She was a consistent scorer all season, topping 20 points on eight separate occasions, including a 32-point outburst against Manchester Mystics and a 28-point follow-up in the rematch.

Before her time at Anglia Ruskin, the 5’11” guard came through the ranks at Essex Rebels, Nottingham Wildcats and Oaklands Wolves, giving her a great deal of experience within the league.

She’s also earned her respect on the international stage – Freeman came through the GB youth pathway at U16 and U20 level, and has more recently represented Wales and Great Britain at senior level in 3×3 basketball, helping her side to four wins from four in a tournament in Belfast.

With strong scoring instincts and a high motor on both ends of the floor, Freeman adds real excitement to the Gladiators roster heading into next season.

Season tickets are on sale now, find out more here.

Our women’s season officially kicks off on 4th October, but watch them take on Newcastle Eagles in a pre-season friendly for just £5 on 20th September, purchase your ticket here.