Caledonia Gladiators officially move into brand new purpose built arena
Caledonia Gladiators, Scotland’s only professional basketball club, have moved into their temporary 1,800-seater arena based at PlaySport Scotland leisure complex in East Kilbride.
Article Source: British Basketball League
Last Updated: 5 October 2023 13:06
With the first phase of the arena renovation now complete, attention will turn towards 2024, when the main project will commence to develop a new state-of-the-art, purpose-built 6,000-seater arena and community facility, which is scheduled to be finished in 2026.
The news comes as excitement builds for the Gladiators first home game of the Championship season against the Surrey Scorchers, which will be shown live tonight (Thursday October 05) on Sky Sports at 7:30pm. The Women’s side will host Durham Palatinates for their first home match-up on October 22 in the Women’s British Basketball League.
In addition, the PlaySport Arena will welcome European action as both the Men’s and Women’s side gear up for their first ever campaign in the FIBA Europe Cup. The move into a purpose-built arena will transform basketball in Scotland for a generation, whilst also commercially growing the sport north of the border.
The opening ceremony for the new arena represents another exciting landmark in the League’s rapid growth, elevating the long-term success of British basketball. This news provides clubs with commercial benefit and ensures they can remain at the heart of their communities, whilst also providing the finest basketball facilities in Europe to captivate spectators of all ages with an unforgettable fan experience
The British Basketball League’s Chief Executive Officer, Aaron Radin, said: “This exciting news for Caledonia Gladiators is another key step in the growth of our League, as we look to provide the best facilities for our fans and partners. I know fans will be extremely impressed with the arena and it provides the club the opportunity to grow the game even further in the local communities.
“Alongside this, it allows for the commercial growth of the game in the UK, which is pivotal to achieving our long-term goals. I look forward to the fans' reactions and experiencing the atmospheres in their new home.”
2023/24 British Basketball League games are available to watch every week across Sky Sports, Sky Sports YouTube, NOW and on the British Basketball League YouTube channel.
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