Lamin Dibba, the 29-year-old center for Class Sant Antoni, will return to the Pavelló Vell de la Bisbal on Saturday, a venue where he spent three seasons and considers his professional career truly began, diaridegirona.cat reported. The match, part of the Segona FEB, marks a homecoming for the Gambian-born player, who previously wore the Bisbal jersey from 2022 to 2025. “Returning to Bisbal is special,” Dibba said. “I have many good memories and feel deep respect for the club and immense gratitude for everyone who helped me.”
Dibba’s Journey from Gambia to Catalonia
Dibba’s basketball story began in 2018 when he moved to Estartit, Spain, from Gambia to reunite with his father. A relative connected him with Bàsquet Girona, where he made his professional debut in LEB Or. However, it was his time at Bisbal that solidified his career. “Bisbal gave me responsibility and the opportunity to grow,” he recalled. “I consider it more than a club—there are people like Joan Bassa or Joan Ferrer who remain in my life, and many former teammates still follow me.”
During his tenure with Bisbal, the team rose from the Lliga EBA to Segunda FEB. Dibba, standing at 2.08 meters, became a piece of the project in their ascent. “I wanted to become professional since I started playing at Sant Narcís in Segona Catalana,” he said. “That goal remains unchanged.”
A New Chapter in Eivissa
In 2025, Dibba left Bisbal for Sevilla, joining Insolac Caja 87, where he helped the team reach Primera FEB. “It was an important learning experience,” he said. “I wanted to stay, but it didn’t work out. I can change paths, but my destination remains the same.”
This season, Dibba returned to Segunda FEB with Class Sant Antoni, a team he respects for its ambition. “When they contacted me, they spoke about growth,” he said. “I’m ambitious and want to be in a team that aims to rise and play in Primera FEB.”
The Emotional Reunion
The match against Bisbal carries emotional weight for Dibba. His family, still based in Estartit, will attend, including his father, stepmother, grandmother, and uncles. “Returning to Girona is returning home,” he said. “I’m happy to see people who support me, but now I defend different colors and must play at the highest level.”
Dibba acknowledges the Pavelló Vell’s dual nature. “When it’s on your side, it’s the best environment, but when it’s against you, it’s not easy,” he admitted. He downplays expectations for the game, focusing instead on performance. “I don’t expect anything extraordinary. I go to play.”
What’s Next for Dibba and Class Sant Antoni?
Class Sant Antoni, currently in the Segunda FEB, faces a challenging season with ambitions to reach Primera FEB. “The team’s project is clear,” he said. “We want to grow, and I’m here to contribute.”
When Is Lamin Dibba Returning to Bisbal?
When is Lamin Dibba’s return to Bisbal? The match is scheduled for Saturday as part of the Segunda FEB season.
What was Dibba’s role at Bisbal? He was a piece of the project during their promotion from Lliga EBA to Segunda FEB, contributing to the team’s success.
Where is Class Sant Antoni based? The team is based in Eivissa, Spain, and competes in the Segunda FEB.
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