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GLADCAST BASKETBALL | Caledonia Gladiators BBL & WBBL

GLADCAST BASKETBALL | Caledonia Gladiators BBL & WBBL

By Grant Young

Podcasting all about the Caledonia Gladiators BBL & WBBL and British Basketball. Reviews and Interviews with current and past players as well as discussions on how the team are performing. Formely the Rocks On Podcast
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GLADCAST BASKETBALL | Caledonia Gladiators BBL & WBBLAug 03, 2022

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15:44
International Womens Day

International Womens Day

A special show where Chantelle Handy, Erin McGarrachan and Yveniia Putra join the show to talk about their experiences as professional athletes. check it out



Mar 08, 202416:35
Gladiators are you ready? Ep 5

Gladiators are you ready? Ep 5

Grant and Mitchell are back! Hear guys thoughts on the season so far as they look ahead to a busy run towards the playoffs for both Gladiator squads.

Check it out and let us know what you think!
Feb 21, 202440:54
GB KB back on Gladcast

GB KB back on Gladcast

Kirsty Brown returns as we learn more about her basketball life. Check it out as we deep dive into her basketball origin story and find out what Kirsty thinks will happen the rest of the regular season.

Jan 28, 202421:57
10 minutes with Gareth Murray

10 minutes with Gareth Murray

A quick catch up with Mens Head Coach Gareth Murray before the squad took on the Surrey Scorchers. We chatted about how the season has been so far and his thoughts for the remainder of the campaign

Jan 19, 202410:42
Gladiators Women Return

Gladiators Women Return

After there second large gap in fixtures the Caledonia Gladiators Women's team return to the floor for the final part of the WBBL season. Rona and I discuss the squads progress so far and how we see the rest of the league season going and who we expect to stand out.

Jan 12, 202426:02
Patrick Whelan returns on Gladcast

Patrick Whelan returns on Gladcast

Gladiators star guard is back on the podcast. Patrick Whelan is back on Gladcast as we talk more about his career and how he is settling into life in Scotland. Check it out.

Nov 23, 202334:11
The WBBL season resumes - Robyn Lewis

The WBBL season resumes - Robyn Lewis

Caledonia Gladiators Scottish Guard Robyn Lewis joins the show as we look forward to the return to action of the Womens team as they face a busy week of Euro Cup and domestic action. We hear about Robyn and her rise through the ranks and the journey the club she is on with the club.



Nov 18, 202316:04
Gladiators are you ready? Episode 4

Gladiators are you ready? Episode 4

a big month ahead for the Gladiators where they face 11 games in 30 days. we review the past week where the club achieved 4 wins and preview ahead to the new week with the men starting in bilbao before a trip to the south coast of England. check it out

Nov 01, 202339:50
Gladiators are you ready? Episode 3

Gladiators are you ready? Episode 3

your weekly Gladiators show. Join the guys as they discuss another week of Gladiator Basketball. With 4 wins in the past week the club are trending up both domestically and in European action.

Oct 24, 202346:49
The FIBA Europe Cup Preview with Josh Bett

The FIBA Europe Cup Preview with Josh Bett

Its a big week for the mens Caledonia Gladiators. The start of their FIBA Europe Cup journey. Fiba commentator Josh Bett joins the show to preview the difficult opposition the Gladiators will face. Trips to Romania, Spain and Poland await in what will be a baptism of fire for the club. check it out and see all Gladiators Europe Cup games on Youtube.

Oct 17, 202332:40
Gladiators are you ready?

Gladiators are you ready?

Your weekly Gladcast is back. the boys run through the games over the weekend after splitting the 2 games this week. A home win to keep the new undefeated streak at home going however a defeat on the road to the Sharks ended the weekend on a sour note. we build up to the next few games with the big home game for the Womens team as they take on Benfica in FIBA Euro Cup. the club also has its first home double header as the men at 3pm seek to take revenge over Sheffield Sharks before the Womens team have their league opener against Durham.

Oct 17, 202334:19
Season Preview with Coach Ortega and Chantelle Handy

Season Preview with Coach Ortega and Chantelle Handy

with the start of the Womens British Basketball League on the horizon and an European adventure for our Womens team imminent its time to hear from Coach of the Year Miguel Ortega and Assistant Coach Chantelle Handy. We preview their European Campaign and run through the roster that the club have recruited. check it out.


Sorry for the sound quality!

Oct 15, 202315:21
The Weekly Gladcast

The Weekly Gladcast

Grant and Mitchell, are back to talk about the past weeks game against Surrey Scorchers. The boys preview the weeks action focusing on Plymouth but

Sundays game against Sheffield.

The Euro adventure kicks off and we preview both the Womens and the Mens groups.

check it out!


Oct 11, 202301:08:24
Pre Game Show - The Opening of the Amphitheatre

Pre Game Show - The Opening of the Amphitheatre

Its the moment we have all been waiting for the first league game for the Gladiators in the brand new venue. we preview the new facility as well as the Surrey Scorchers. check it out

Oct 04, 202338:38
Gladcast Season Preview

Gladcast Season Preview

check out the season preview on Gladcast

Sep 15, 202339:13
Coach Murrays talks new season

Coach Murrays talks new season

join us for another episode of Gladcast where this time we are joined by Gareth Murray.


Coach Murray discusses the season ahead with how his summer has been, the near completion of the new Playsport Facility plus more.

Sep 06, 202323:24
Season preview with Heads of Basketball at The Gladiators

Season preview with Heads of Basketball at The Gladiators

In the first season preview we sit with both the Mens and Womens Head of Basketball as we near the start of a new season. Listen to what they have to say when we talk about the new teams on the court, the new arena nearing completion and the European adventure as well as so much more.

Aug 24, 202339:59
Ariadna Pujol joins the Gladiators to add some Spanish Flair

Ariadna Pujol joins the Gladiators to add some Spanish Flair

Ari Pujol joins us on gladcast. the Spanish Junior Internationalist signs for the Gladiators after spending her full professional career so far in Spain with her last stop being Barcelona. the forward spent 4 yrs in the NCAA div 1 with the South Florida Bulls. Hear what she has to say on joining the club and the ambitions of Europe.

Aug 20, 202308:40
Sam Roscoe checks in from Down Under

Sam Roscoe checks in from Down Under

Another new recruit checks in with Samantha Roscoe joining the Gladiators. Sam a GB international joins the team after a summer playing down Under in her home town on the west coast. Hear what she has to say about her time previously in the WBBL and teams across Europe.
Aug 18, 202311:34
Wisconsin Guard Laken James checks in on her move back to Scotland

Wisconsin Guard Laken James checks in on her move back to Scotland

Gladiators new signing Laken James joins the show to chat about her basketball journey back to Scotland. We also chat basketball camps and playing this Summer for the victorious Glo. Check it out.

Aug 14, 202312:27
Cal Poly Alumni and GB International Kirsty Brown

Cal Poly Alumni and GB International Kirsty Brown

Kirsty Brown joins us on the show as she is announced a new signing on the Gladiators WBBL Roster. The former Leicester Riders Forward signs for her 2nd year as a pro as she is able to return to her birthland to play professionally.

Aug 10, 202312:26
GB Guard ready to come home and ball - Hannah Robb

GB Guard ready to come home and ball - Hannah Robb

Scottish International and Gb Eurobasket squad member Hannah Robb joins the podcast. The new Gladiator moves back to Scotland after spending 3 seasons with the Leicester Riders in the WBBL, which has elevated her to representing Gb over the last several windows. Check out what Hannah has to say on her basketball journey up until now.

Aug 07, 202322:42
kyle Johnson Swoops into the Gladiators

kyle Johnson Swoops into the Gladiators

The last addition to the bbl roster sees Gb international Kyle Johnson jet in to the Gladiators. The former Eagles man moves further north to play for the gladiators for this new season after playing this summer in canada.
Aug 03, 202315:26
Czech republic International Lukas Palyza jets into the Gladiators

Czech republic International Lukas Palyza jets into the Gladiators

The newest announced signing for the Caledonia Gladiators is Lukas Palyza. the Czech Republican internationalist joins the club after a successful career in his native NBL. he joins the podcast to discuss his move and what we can expect from European competition.

Aug 01, 202323:15
Dubose checks in on signing with The Gladiators

Dubose checks in on signing with The Gladiators

The next signing to be unveiled is US Guard Ian Dubose. Dubose joins the club after a season playing in the Danish league. check out what he has to say on joining the Gladiators in this short episode.

Jul 28, 202312:31
Gladiators look to Europe for Serbian Guard

Gladiators look to Europe for Serbian Guard

The Gladiators announced the signing of Serbian Guard Mihailo Jovicic for the new season.


Hear what Mihailo has to say on joining the Gladiators. The toughness of playing in Serbia and how he is ready to prove himself after a year battling illness.


check it out.

Jul 26, 202318:45
GB international changes Leicester for Gladiators - Patrick Whelan

GB international changes Leicester for Gladiators - Patrick Whelan

On the show we are joined by GB Wingman Patrick Whelan. Pat joins the Glads on a 2 year deal having spent the past 2 seasons at Leicester Riders. Pat talks all things joining GB and how he is enjoying his summer in the Canadian CEBL playing for the Niagara River Lions.

Jul 24, 202319:04
Clifton Moore joins the Gladiators

Clifton Moore joins the Gladiators

The Gladiators have announced the signing of Clifton Moore to their bbl roster for the new season. The former Friars big man joins for his rookie season as a pro. hear what he has to say in this short podcast with our new man.

Jul 20, 202310:57
Trent Buttrick joins The Gladiators

Trent Buttrick joins The Gladiators

The Gladiators announced the signing of 4 man Trent Buttrick to their roster for the new season. The 6'9 forward joins after a season in the Macedonia Prima Liga where he was voted DPOY. He will join Coach Murrays squad for there crucial inaugural European Campaign.

Jul 18, 202312:35
The CEO joins the Podcast.

The CEO joins the Podcast.

Tony McDaid has only been part of the Gladiators organisation for a short time but is already making a massive impact! hear from Tony on his basketball journey, the influence he hopes to have within the organisation and what the future of the franchise looks like with a European campaign announced.

Jun 29, 202333:27
1 year of the Timoney's at the helm of Scotland only Professional Basketball Club

1 year of the Timoney's at the helm of Scotland only Professional Basketball Club

with the 2022/23 season firmly in the rear view mirror we look back at the first year of Steve and Alison Timoneys time as owners of the franchise. We look at the season just completed. The new season on the horizon and the future of the club.


look out for some exciting sound bites on what is coming up for Gladiator Fans, fans of the league and more!

Jun 02, 202301:02:13
Gladcast @ The Play-Off Finals

Gladcast @ The Play-Off Finals

The end of season show down with the London Lions taking on the Leicester Riders.


A brilliant basketball spectacle we caught up with both coaches, Patrick Whelan, the dunk champion Murray Hendry and the LEGEND of the BBL Rahmon Fletcher who announced his retirement during the game.



May 15, 202312:21
2023 Gladcast Awards

2023 Gladcast Awards

a separate episode to check out our awards show.


Our panel chooses their nominations for both the WBBL and BBL side. check it out to hear what the panel choose for:


Gladiator Play of the season

Most Improved Player

Young Player

Game of the Season


What do you think of our winners?

May 09, 202340:10
WBBL Play-off Preview / GLADCAST Awards Show

WBBL Play-off Preview / GLADCAST Awards Show

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 been for the WBBL side and what we can expect.


We finish off doing our Gladcast Awards. do you agree with our selections?


May 04, 202301:11:53
The BBL Playoff Preview Show Round 1

The BBL Playoff Preview Show Round 1

Joined for this episode by Gladiator commentator Stuart Hodge and Mens Team Manager Mitchell Simpson as we discuss all things Playoff Match ups where the Caledonia Gladiators take on the Cheshire Phoenix. The 2 legged tie starts Friday night and ends with the final showdown Saturday Afternoon at The Emirates Arena.

On this episode we talk all things head 2 head. the Trophy Final and the key match ups for both teams. This has the potential to be an absolute classic playoff match up.



Apr 27, 202349:53
Post Match Gladcast! 4th place confirmed with win at home against Surrey

Post Match Gladcast! 4th place confirmed with win at home against Surrey

Another home game and a familiar result a Gladiators win. We have post match reaction from both camps with words from Surrey Centre Boban Jacdonmi and Coach Lloyd Gardener. Furthermore from the victorious side with point guard David Sloan, young squad member Will Kemp who scored 7 off the bench, Scottish Internationalist Fraser Malcolm as well as Assistant Coach Darryl Wood.


check it out and let me know what you think?

Apr 16, 202314:20
Post match Gladcast! The battle for 4th place continues with Manchester

Post match Gladcast! The battle for 4th place continues with Manchester

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 staff to hear their own analysis in what was a high scoring game.


JB chatted about his rivalry with League GOAT Rahmon Fletcher plus we heard from the game mvp in Fahro. Plus much much more.



Apr 02, 202320:47
BBL TROPHY FINAL 2023 CHAMPIONS

BBL TROPHY FINAL 2023 CHAMPIONS

AND YOUR 2023 BBL TROPHY CHAMPIONS THE CALEDONIA GLADIATORS


post game reaction from players, coaches, owners, general managers, MVP and the game winning bucket maker



Mar 26, 202330:16
Fraser Malcolm joins to talk BBL Trophy Final

Fraser Malcolm joins to talk BBL Trophy Final

Fraser Malcolm is back on the show for a 2nd time. We talk about the season so far and build towards the final against Cheshire Phoenix.

We look at the match ups the squad face in what is going to be a top quality game of basketball.

We chat about Frasers growth within the team plus the excitement when the chance comes to represent Scotland whether 5v5 or 3x3.

check it out.
Mar 23, 202321:32
Family Man Fahro Alihodžić on the pod

Family Man Fahro Alihodžić on the pod

Fahro Alihodzic checks in on the podcast this week as we continue to build towards the BBL Trophy Final.


The 6'10 GB international has spent his career throughout Europe and most recently in Kosovo. Multiple stops in Greece the 33yr old returns to the BBL with the Gladiators. Excited by his new challenge we discuss his move to Scotland and his excitement for the 2023 BBL Trophy Final

Mar 19, 202343:45
The Gladcast Draft

The Gladcast Draft

On this Pre Trophy Final podcast we are joined on the show by Coach Gareth Murray and Captain Jonny Bunyan. 

We pick our starting 5 and 6th man in a draft style where we can compare our teams with fans and supporters voting. 

check it out on all podcast sites and look out for social media to cast your vote, 


Mar 14, 202327:25
Post Match Gladcast! League Business vs Durham and Scorchers

Post Match Gladcast! League Business vs Durham and Scorchers

Double Header Sunday ends with the Gladiators going 2 - 0 

First up we hear from Chantelle Handy about the win versus Durham in WBBL action and how she feels ending her GB career. 

then hear from Boban Jacdonmi and Prince Onwas on their thoughts on a big win for the Gladiators before 2 good interviews with Coach Lloyd and Coach Wood. 

Feb 26, 202312:49
Aljami Durham checks into Gladiators

Aljami Durham checks into Gladiators

Aljami Durham joins the podcast for this weeks recording.
we talk about his upbringing in basketball before joining the prestigious Hoosiers, the becoming of a cult hero at Friars and turning pro with nba workouts in the summer.
Aljami talks honestly and open about his time in Greece and how he ends up at the Gladiators.
Feb 16, 202326:44
Post Match Gladcast! Trophy Quarters vs London Lions

Post Match Gladcast! Trophy Quarters vs London Lions

check it out. The Gladiators advance to the Trophy Semi Final. 


A hard fought battle in Glasgow with the Gladiators coming away with the 2 point win down the stretch. Game was played hard by both teams! 

We've got Lions Head Coach Ryan Schmidt giving his post game thoughts plus words from Centre Patrick Tape and guard Jonny Bunyan. Finish it off with Coach Murray summing up the game with his thoughts. check it out

Feb 10, 202312:46
Steve Timoney the new Owner of The Gladiators / Part 3 - Importance of History and Creating a fanatical Nation

Steve Timoney the new Owner of The Gladiators / Part 3 - Importance of History and Creating a fanatical Nation

In this final part of 3 with Gladiators owner Steve Timoney we discuss the importance of history for the new owners. We also speak about on the court plans in terms of European Basketball, taking control of their own fixtures with the build of a purpose built basketball facilities, with the aim to make it the best in many ways and creating a short term home.
We talk about longevity of the squads and the plan to move away from complete new rosters each season and the plan to retain a large majority of the squads. The last thing I ask Steve is what is success to them and The Gladiators?
Feb 10, 202340:39
Steve Timoney the new Owner of The Gladiators / Part 2 - Raising the Standards

Steve Timoney the new Owner of The Gladiators / Part 2 - Raising the Standards

In part 2 we chat more about the BBL. How Steve feels the league need to raise the standards of fan engagement and the product on game day to fill arenas. 

We discuss the need for greater broadcasting and the benefits Steve is seeing of 777 and the League inserting a CEO. 

We talk more on the court performance and how Steve is seeing the BBL side develop under Coach Murray and how they have improved the package for the team on and off the court.

Feb 04, 202331:26
Steve Timoney the new Owner of The Gladiators / Part 1 - becoming a Super Fan

Steve Timoney the new Owner of The Gladiators / Part 1 - becoming a Super Fan

We have a big one! Steve Timoney joins the podcast for the first time. Steve in this 1st of 3 talks his induction to Pro Basketball. How he is dealing with having to lose and how he is becoming a super fan! 

We discuss the importance of supporting and developing officials and working together to better the standards across both the wbbl and bbl, trying to improve standards and skills and his ambitious plans for the future. 

Finally we chat about the dream that was created firstly with the Lady Rocks becoming the Caledonia Gladiators and obtaining Playsport.

Jan 31, 202331:42
Gladiators Alaskan - Jeremiah Bailey

Gladiators Alaskan - Jeremiah Bailey

The Gladiators 6'6 Forward Jeremiah Bailey joins the show.
The charismatic American from Alaska discusses how important his family has been to him and how his summer working out in Vegas has helped him form who he is as a pro so far.
Jeremiah tells us of his enjoyment for the season so far and what to expect from the competitive Gladiator.
Jan 21, 202319:57
Kyle Jimenez, From Edinburgh South and Back

Kyle Jimenez, From Edinburgh South and Back

Kyle Jimenez is back on the show.
We hear how Kyle got started and the importance his Mum played in his early basketball life. We chat his different route to the pro league and the benefits he felt of playing down in England for his career. The joy Kyle had representing Scotland at 2 major events and how he enjoyed his summer playing 3x3.
We finish talking about this seasons BBL campaign and how much he is enjoying the battle between teams in an ever improving BBL and the Gladiators plan for the future.
Jan 14, 202331:33
WBBL - GB legend Chantelle Handy

WBBL - GB legend Chantelle Handy

On the show this week is Gb legend, Chantelle Handy. Chantelle discusses her career in basketball from how she started playing, stops across Europe, Playing for GB and the peak of finishing 4th at Eurobasket. We finish off talking about this season and how much she is enjoying the tutorage of coach Miguel with the Gladiators, how excited she is about this rosters potential and the full Gladiator project. 


 

Jan 06, 202351:40