Caledonia Gladiators have strengthened their roster, announcing the addition of American forward Isiah Small ahead of tonight’s home game against Sheffield Sharks.

The 6’8″ forward from Jersey City, New Jersey has been training with the team over the last few weeks and is ready to make an immediate competitive impact – he knows the league well. Last season he averaged 14.9 points, 8.6 rebounds and 3.2 assists for Surrey 89ers before moving to the New Zealand NBL with the Manawatu Jets, here he averaged 16.0 points and 8.9 rebounds a game.

Small has scored consistently across an extensive global career. He averaged 16.2 points with Lok Bernau in Germany, 17.6 points and 9.8 rebounds in the Georgian Superleague, and 17.1 points with Svendborg Rabbits in Denmark’s Basketligaen. He has also played in Israel’s Winner League with Ironi Kiryat Ata.

Before turning professional, Small spent three seasons at NCAA Division I Texas State. He finished 4th on the programme’s all-time blocks list and 18th for career rebounds, leading the Bobcats in rebounding in his final season.

Head of Professional Teams, Lisa Palombo commented: “We’re really pleased to welcome Isiah to the team. Having previously played in the league, he brings valuable experience and an understanding of what it takes to compete at this level.

Isiah will bring a genuine presence and adds another dimension to our game. Importantly, we believe his strengths will complement the pace and energy of our current roster.

We’re excited to bring him into the group and look forward to the impact he can make.”

Fans can look forward to seeing Isiah take to the court at tonight’s men’s home game, with a 7.30pm tip-off at Playsport, East Kilbride. Book your tickets HERE.