Former Grace standout and NAIA First Team All-American center Eric Gaff signed a contract to play basketball professionally in Oslo, Norway, for the Asker Aliens of the Norwegian Professional League.

"I am thankful for the opportunity to continue playing basketball," Gaff said. "It has always been a desire to play professionally, and I am excited to help the Asker Basketball Club continue to build success. I look forward to the challenge but also look forward to the platform of sharing my faith in Christ and impacting kids in the community through basketball."

Last year, Gaff led the nation in rebounds (12.2 per game) and double-doubles (24) while averaging 21.0 points per game in leading the Lancers to a 22-11 finish. Gaff also led the Lancers in back-to-back trips to the NAIA National Tournament in Branson, Mo. Grace advanced to the "Elite Eight" round each year.

"It is exciting to see Eric continue his career overseas," said Grace men's basketball coach Jim Kessler. "I am pleased to see him finish his academics before taking the next step in his career. We look forward to following his success both on and off the court and appreciate all that he's done for Grace College and the men's basketball program."

Gaff was also a First Team All-Conference selection. He finished his career 10^th on Grace's all-time scoring list with 1,912 points and 2^nd on Grace's all-time rebounding list with 1,219. He is the seventh player in Lancer history to top 1,000 career points and rebounds.

To follow Gaff overseas, visit Asker's website at www.askeraliens.com.