BISMARCK, N.D., December 22, 2006 – The Dakota Wizards have acquired forward Alfred Neale and expect to have him in uniform when the Sioux Falls Skyforce visits the Bismarck Civic Center Saturday.

“He’s a good athlete and a good person”, said head coach Dave Joerger. “ He played for me last year in Sioux Falls and did well. He’s got a great shot and will be good fit for this team.”

Neale played 27 games with the Skyforce last season, averaging 17.7 minutes, 5.1 points and 3.1 points. As a senior at the University of New Mexico, he averaged 26.3 minutes, 10.3 points and 4.4 rebounds.

Tip off for Saturday’s game is scheduled for 7 p.m. CT. The Wizards come into the game with a 6-2 record. Sioux Falls is 6-5. Neale will wear jersey #21.