CARLA PITMAN JOINS ONEFORTYONE PIONEERS FOR 2026 NBL1 SOUTH SEASON

The OneFortyOne Pioneers are pleased to announce the signing of Carla Pitman for the 2026 NBL1 South season.

Pitman arrives in Mount Gambier after valuable experience across the NBL1 and the WNBL. Born 19 January 2004, Carla has represented the Hornsby Spiders and Northern Suburbs Bears across 5 NBL1 East seasons and Has been a member of the Sydney Flames in the WNBL during 2025 & current 2026 season.

Across that WNBL season she featured in 22 games, averaging 6.6 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game, bringing professional-level experience and competitiveness to the OneFortyOne Pioneers roster.

At 5’10 Carla is a strong interior player known for her rebounding, physical defence and ability to finish around the rim — attributes that will add toughness and depth to the Pioneers’ frontcourt as they build toward the 2026 season.

Carla is also known for her work ethic and consistency, in which Pitman has already built a standout resume at only 21 years of age, including:

- Australian U18 Championships (2021): Averaged 15.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game
- NBL1 East Regular Season Runner-Up (2024 & 2025)
- NBL1 East Semifinalist (2024)
- WNBL Semifinalist (2025)
- NBL1 National Finalist (2023)
- NBL1 Champion (2023)

Her blend of size, strength, and basketball IQ make her a versatile frontcourt option; capable of impacting both ends of the floor and providing leadership despite her young age.

Head Coach Matt Sutton, who will again lead the OneFortyOne Pioneers in 2026, shares his excitement about Carla’s addition to their roster.

Matt Sutton said:
“Very excited for Carla to join our program, she plays hard and the right way, I can see her quickly becoming a fan favourite.”
 
“Her game is well rounded, so she will add versatility on both ends.” he added.

Pitman said she’s thrilled to make the move to Mount Gambier and can’t wait to represent the Pioneer family in 2026.

“I’m am very excited to be heading to Mt Gambier. I can’t wait to experience something completely different and get to know my new teammates! Mt Gambier has such a rich basketball history and I can't wait to become part of it.”

The OneFortyOne Pioneers will tip off their 2026 NBL1 South campaign soon, with further announcements on roster signings and pre-season activities to be released soon.