BG Karlsruhe adds Martin Samarco to its roster

Martin Samarco decided two switch teams in de Pro A in Germany this year. Martin played for Paderborn last year, but will suit up for BG Karlsruhe coming season. Last year Martin averaged 16.9 ppg and had one of his best performances in a win over Karlsruhe where he scored 31 points. Headcoach Tino Stumph says: “Martin is my absolute wish player. I am so happy that such a good Pro A player that gives us a different quality on offense and defense decided to come to Karlsruhe.

Dwight Thorne joins BG Karlsruhe

Dwight Thorne, the guard from the  University of Colorado that plays in the strong  BIG 12 conference, committed to BG Karlsruhe in the Pro A in Germany. In his first year he is going to lead Karlsruhe in their quest to return to the BBL. Thorne is excited to start his career in Germany with a  team that has such high ambitions. His leadership qualities, his quality to read offenses and his defensive intensity will help Karlsruhe reach their goals. Headcoach Silvano Poropat is very delighted with the signing of Dwight Thorne: ” He played in a very strong conference, therefore he played on a very high level. He is physically very strong and has a very good gamementality and is very versatile. I also think, that as a person he really is a good fit for us and I am looking forward to work with him.