Al Ahli Jeddah (SBL) inked 25-year old American forward Nahshon George (206-91kg-93, college: Idaho, agency: Haylett Sports). He is the second import player in the roster as Canadian Khalid Abdel-Gabar signed here earlier. George tested by Sporting in Egyptian Superleague few weeks ago. The last season he played at Hang Tuah (IBL) in league where in 22 games he was fifth best scorer with impressive 23.4ppg and recorded 12.9rpg (#5 in the league), 3.3apg, 1.7spg (in top 5) and 1.0bpg. George helped them to make it to the semifinals. A very good season in his career as he was selected to Asia-Basket.com All-Indonesian IBL 1st Team and to the All-Star Game. Last year (a year after he left the college) George was drafted by Salt Lake City (G-League) in third round (54th overall). He attended University of Idaho until 2016 and it will be his third season in pro basketball. George has played previously professionally in Mexico (Tijuana Zonkeys) and Thailand (Thai General Equipment). Worth to mention he played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him to get the job in pro basketball.
AHMAD ISMAIL Defending champion Sporting Al Riyadi Beirut (LBL) re-signed experienced 42-year old former Egyptian international power forward Ahmad Ismail (205-111kg-76). He played there last season. In 26 LBL games he averaged 13.7ppg, 6.9rpg, 4.3apg and 1.4spg. Ismail helped them to win the league title and the Supercup. It was a very successful season in his career as he was awarded Asia-Basket.com All-Lebanese League Forward of the Year, selected to 1st Team and selected to All-Dome... [read more]
AHMAD ISMAIL
Defending champion Sporting Al Riyadi Beirut (LBL) re-signed experienced 42-year old former Egyptian international power forward Ahmad Ismail (205-111kg-76). He played there last season. In 26 LBL games he averaged 13.7ppg, 6.9rpg, 4.3apg and 1.4spg. Ismail helped them to win the league title and the Supercup. It was a very successful season in his career as he was awarded Asia-Basket.com All-Lebanese League Forward of the Year, selected to 1st Team and selected to All-Domestic Players Team. Among other achievements Ismail received Asia-Basket.com All-Lebanese League Defensive Player of the Year award back in 2008 and 2012. Strangely he also played for Egyptian National Team in 2011. Ismail played at the Arab Club Championships Winner two years ago. He is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball Ismail experienced life in four different countries playing on three different continents. He is familiar with Asian, African and of course North American leagues. Ismail has played previously professionally in Qatar (Qatar Sports Club), Saudi Arabia (Al Ittihad), Lebanon (Homentmen and Champville) and Egypt (Al Ettehad). He is close to retirement age as a player. It may be one of last seasons in his extensive career, which he may end at Al Riyadi. Let's have closer look into Ismail's outlook:
Ahmad started as a center ,next power forward and now a natural small forward. He has long arms, huge hands, allows him to shoot long 3s, medium distance and short shuts without hardly jumping.Inside/Outside, right hand ,left hand all the same. He is an excellent rebounder, passer, and team offensive player. He has long arms on defense. Can score at any court position. Ahmad can hit the 3-pointer without a problem. He is a good post up player witht a variety of moves around the basket. He has the ability to score against his defender from inside and outside. He has a great fade-away move and great footwork.
He has good ball handling. He will rebound at both ends of the floor. Ahmad is a real tough player who works very hard.
AfroLeague: Egypt's Smouha Sporting Club in Luanda - 28 days ago
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Egypt's Smouha Sporting Club arrived in Luanda on Tuesday (21) to participate in the final phase of the first African Champions League Basketball Championships (AfroLiga) from 24 - 26 May at Multipurpose Pavilion of Kilamba, in Luanda. Smouha Sporting Club, which comprises 12 players, coaches and federation leaders, were the first to reach Luanda led by the club's president, Ahmed Aglan [read more]
Egypt's Smouha Sporting Club arrived in Luanda on Tuesday (21) to participate in the final phase of the first African Champions League Basketball Championships (AfroLiga) from 24 - 26 May at Multipurpose Pavilion of Kilamba, in Luanda. Smouha Sporting Club, which comprises 12 players, coaches and federation leaders, were the first to reach Luanda led by the club's president, Ahmed Aglan. Also Sportive Sale Association (Morocco) and JS Kairouan (Tunisia) are expected in Luanda to participate in the competition, also called the final four. Already in the country's capital is the secretary general of Fiba-Africa, Alphonse Bile. Co-organised by the Angolan Basketball Federation (FAB) and FIBA Africa, the Africa Basketball League is the redesigned version of the then Champions League Cup. 1 de Agosto (Angola) hold most titles, eight in total, while the Sportive Sale Association are the champions of the last edition. Courtesy of: angop.ao
La Paz adds Galloway to their roster, ex Al Ettehad - 1 month ago
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RAMON GALLOWAY Newly promoted Mantarrayas de La Paz (CIBACOPA) added to their roster 28-year old American shooting guard Ramon Galloway (190-82kg-91, college: La Salle). He moved there from Al Ettehad in Egyptian Superleague where he started the season. Galloway helped them to win the regular season and make it to the semifinals. The last summer he played at Leones (LNB) in Dominican Rep. league. In 12 games he recorded very impressive stats: 16.5ppg, 3.5rpg, 3.9apg and 1.0spg. Galloway... [read more]
RAMON GALLOWAY
Newly promoted Mantarrayas de La Paz (CIBACOPA) added to their roster 28-year old American shooting guard Ramon Galloway (190-82kg-91, college: La Salle). He moved there from Al Ettehad in Egyptian Superleague where he started the season. Galloway helped them to win the regular season and make it to the semifinals. The last summer he played at Leones (LNB) in Dominican Rep. league. In 12 games he recorded very impressive stats: 16.5ppg, 3.5rpg, 3.9apg and 1.0spg. Galloway has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016. He was voted NABC Division I All-District 4 1st Team back in 2013 at his college time. Galloway is quite experienced player. His career allowed him to visit four different continents, while he played in eight different countries. Galloway tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America. He has played previously professionally in Bosnia, Germany (Deutsche Bank Skyliners), Italy (Openjobmetis VA and Omegna), Lebanon (Al Riyadi), Qatar (Al Sadd), Turkey (TED Kolejliler), NBA (Orlando Magic) and NBA G League (Erie Bay Hawks). Galloway attended La Salle University until 2013 and it is his sixth season as a professional player. On Galloway:
Ramon gives us talent, athleticism and emotional effort that elevates our team. He is outstanding as a defender and scorer. His area of improvement should come in decision-making and a better assist to turnover ratio.
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