Manager Gunnar Wobke:
"Stipo Papic was high on our wishlist and we are happy to have him on board. He is exactly what we are looking for at the moment. He's young, very athletic and has the chance, on long term, being part of our future Team. Our Philosophy of attractive, fast and athletic Basketball fits well with his skills."
A true Champion joins our Team
Stipo is only 23 Years old but has already won a few titles with his former Team ALBA Berlin. Five National Titles and two German-Cup Trophies made him smile while playing for ALBA. Stipo won the Slam-Dunk Contest at the Allstar-Game 2002 in front of his home crowd in Berlin. The 2,07 Meter Forward also is a current Member of the German National Team.
Headcoach Gordon Herbert:
"I'm very happy about the signing of Stipo Papic. He has great Potential and his physical Skills allow him to develop and play on a very high Level in Europe as well. At the Age of 23, his best years are still ahead of him. Also he did not play much last Season, Stipo has a lot of experience, playing with the National Team and ALBA against Top-Teams all over Europe."
Stipo Papic happy to be in Frankfurt
"When ever i played in the Ballsporthalle in Frankfurt, i just loved it, and now it's my new home. After some up and downs last year in Berlin, it's gonna be a fresh new start for me with the OPEL SKYLINERS. My new Headcoach Gordon Herbert has high hopes in me and that's what i'm really comfortable with. I will be a part of the puzzle, a part of hopefully something big to come here in Frankfurt. The OPEL SKYLINERS are proffesionally handled and i know most of the players already. I can't wait to put on my Jersey and play my first game in front of this enthuastic crowd!"
