CIS Round 25: Carleton improve to 18-0 record - Feb 4, 2012 (by Eurobasket News )
The fans could enjoy quite many interesting games in the last round. The round ended with defeat of the leader, derby games and favorites losing the games.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Thunderwolves as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Thunderwolves defeated 8th ranked Warriors in Thunder Bay, ON 84-74. The game was mostly controlled by Thunderwolves. Warriors managed to win third quarter 18-16 [read more]
The fans could enjoy quite many interesting games in the last round. The round ended with defeat of the leader, derby games and favorites losing the games.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Thunderwolves as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Thunderwolves defeated 8th ranked Warriors in Thunder Bay, ON 84-74. The game was mostly controlled by Thunderwolves. Warriors managed to win third quarter 18-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Thunderwolves looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Adam Johnson (, college: Georgetown, KY) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Greg Carter (178-90) contributed with 7 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Forward Andrew Melbourne (188-90) answered with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for Warriors. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Thunderwolves (15-2) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Laurier. Warriors lost twelfth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Winnipeg. Warriors will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Thunderwolves will try to continue on its current victory against eighth ranked Warriors in Waterloo, ON. Leading Thunderbirds (12-3) recorded its third loss in Abbotsford, BC. Visitors were defeated by fourth ranked Cascades (11-5) 77-72. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Thunderbirds. Forward Jasper Moedt (203) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 17 rebounds for the winners and Joel Friesen chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. At the losing side international point guard Nathan Yu (189-89) responded with 24 points and 5 rebounds. Thunderbirds' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Cascades. They maintain fourth place with 11-5 record. Thunderbirds at the other side still keep top position with three games lost. They share it with Victoria. Cascades will again play against league's leader Thunderbirds in Vancouver, BC in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Thunderbirds will have a break next round. Important to mention another loss for outsider RMC, who are unable to win a single game so far. This time they lost in a game in Kingston, ON versus seventh ranked Golden Gaels84-43. Alex Weatherill nailed 16 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Golden Gaels' coach Stephan Barrie felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Connor Duke came up with 12 points and 6 rebounds for RMC in the defeat. Golden Gaels maintains seventh place with 1-16 record. It was RMC's seventeenth loss in a row. They still closes the standings with 17 games lost. Golden Gaels will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. RMC's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Kingston, ON to the arena Golden Gaels. A very interesting game took place in Fredericton, NB. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of much higher ranked X-Men (9-4) to seventh ranked Varsity Reds (5-9) 67-66 on Friday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. Alex Desroches fired a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. X-Men's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Varsity Reds maintains seventh place with 5-9 record. X-Men at the other side keeps the second position with four games lost. Varsity Reds' next round opponent will be again league's second-placed X-Men in Antigonish, NS and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Another exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Toronto, ON: Rams (#3) and Blues (#5). Rams (10-8) won against visiting Blues (7-11) 89-85. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Blues. It was a very good performance for Jordon Gauthier who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 6 rebounds. Blues' coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. The victory was the third consecutive win for Rams. They maintain third place with 10-8 record having eight points less than leader UBC. Loser Blues keep the fifth position with 11 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Other games in round 25 were not that significant. TRU were beaten by TWU on the road 89-77. Manitoba lost to Calgary on its own court 89-98. Lethbridge unfortunately lost to Brandon in Brandon, MB 87-92. UBC Okanagan was rolled over Victoria at home 49-76. McGill defeated Bishop's on the opponent's court 61-44. Winnipeg were smashed by Saskatchewan in a home game 61-91. Alberta won against Regina on the road 81-69. Concordia outscored Laval on its own court 80-59. Ottawa lost to undefeated Carleton in Ottawa, ON 57-86. York was crushed by Laurentian at home 78-108. The most impressive performance of 25th round was 28 points and 15 rebounds by Sean Peter of TWU.
No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Spartans (9-7) beat 10th ranked Wolfpack (5-10) in Langley, BC 89-77 on Friday. The hosts were tied at the half but managed to speed up in last two quarters eventually winning the game. Spartans outrebounded Wolfpack 44-28 including 31 on the defensive glass. It was a very good performance for guard Sean Peter (191) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points and 15 rebounds. Guard Calvin Westbrook (193-88, college: CS Stanislaus) contributed with 20 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Four Spartans players scored in double figures. Spartans' coach Scott Allen used a ten-player rotation saving starting five for next games. Forward Chas Kok (196) answered with 22 points and 8 rebounds and Justin King added 16 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Wolfpack. Spartans moved-up to sixth place. Wolfpack lost their sixth game in a row. They dropped to the eleventh position with ten games lost. Spartans will face again Wolfpack (#11) in Kamloops, BC in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Top scorers: TRU: C.Kok 22+8reb+1ast, J.King 16+10reb+3ast, A.Pierre 16+2reb+2ast, K.Pribilsky 9+2reb+4ast, W.Ondrik 9+2reb+3ast, B.Parker 3+2reb TWU: S.Peter 28+15reb+3ast, C.Westbrook 20+6reb+1ast, T.Smith 15+3reb+5ast, K.Osborne 11+8reb+2ast, J.Bakuteka 4+1reb, N.Monachini 4+2reb
We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 8th ranked Bisons (8-10) lost to ninth ranked Dinos (8-10) in Winnipeg, MB 89-98 on Friday. Bisons trailed by 11 points at halftime and as many as 15 after three quarters before a 27-21 last quarter charge cut the deficit to 89-98 at the end of the game. Dinos dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Bisons' 32 and made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Bisons were plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a very good performance for guard Tyler Fidler (206-89) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 rebounds. Naturalized Bosnian forward Boris Bakovic (201-88, agency: Interperformances) contributed with 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American guard Stephan Walton (175-87, college: Valdosta St.) answered with 25 points and guard Kevin Oliver (198) added 15 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Bisons. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Bisons' coach let to play twelve players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Dinos. They moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Manitoba. Bisons lost their sixth game in a row. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Manitoba: S.Walton 25+1reb+3ast, K.Oliver 15+9reb+3ast, X.Smith 15+3reb+2ast, J.Huertas 11+2reb+1ast, Y.Ozsayiner 5+7reb+2ast, K.Sansregret 5+3reb+1ast Calgary: T.Fidler 27+13reb+2ast, B.Bakovic 22+7reb+4ast, J.Ogungbemi 21+9reb+3ast, K.Milburn 16+4reb+4ast, J.Owen-Thomas 7+3reb+2ast, A.McGuinness 3+3reb+1ast
There was a surprise result when twelfth ranked Bobcats (6-11) won against higher ranked Pronghorn (9-8) in Brandon, MB 92-87 on Friday. The hosts trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 2-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 92-87. Pronghorn was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a very good performance for Ilarion Bonhomme who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Ali Mounir contributed with 24 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Center Derek Waldner (201) answered with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds and forward Dominyc Coward (198) added 18 points and 12 rebounds in the effort for Pronghorn. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Bobcats moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Western. Loser Pronghorn dropped to the fifth position with eight games lost. Bobcats will face again Pronghorn (#7) in Lethbridge, AB in the next round. Top scorers: Lethbridge: D.Cooper 22+5ast, D.Waldner 18+12reb+2ast, D.Coward 18+12reb+1ast, M.Duce 9+3reb+2ast, L.Reiter 7, N.Kovac 4+4reb Brandon: A.Mounir 24+9reb+1ast, I.Bonhomme 21+6reb+9ast, K.Vince 16+3reb+1ast, M.Smith 8+1reb+1ast, J.Reaves 7+7reb+2ast, E.Schippers 6+3reb+1ast
Not a big story in a game when 14th ranked Heat (2-13) was outscored by second ranked Vikies (12-3) in Kelowna, BC 76-49 on Friday. The game without a history. Vikies led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. Vikies outrebounded Heat 45-23 including a 31-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a very good performance for guard Ryan Mackinnon (193-89) who helped to win the game recording 21 points. Terrell Evans contributed with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Yassine Ghomari answered with 10 points and Bret Macdonald added 9 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Heat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Vikies used an opportunity after UBC lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Heat lost their seventh game in a row. They keep the fourteenth place with 13 games lost. Vikies will have a break next round. Heat will play again at home against the league's second-placed Vikies (#2) in Victoria, BC. Top scorers: UBC Okanagan: Y.Ghomari 10+3reb+3ast, S.Morrison 10+4reb, B.Macdonald 9+5reb+2ast, S.Pelland 8+3reb, E.Dane Medi 6+6reb+2ast, B.Quevillon 4 Victoria: R.Mackinnon 21+2reb+2ast, T.Evans 13+11reb, P.Anderson 12+8reb, M.Acheampong 9+1reb, Z.Andrus 8+3reb, C.McLaughlin 7+6reb
Leading Thunderbirds (12-3) recorded its third loss in Abbotsford, BC. Visitors were defeated by fourth ranked Cascades (11-5) 77-72. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Thunderbirds. It looked good early as Thunderbirds took an 11-point lead at the end of first quarter. But then Cascades took control and eventually winning the game that evening by 5 points. Cascades outrebounded Thunderbirds 41-26 including 28 on the defensive glass. Thunderbirds were plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. Forward Jasper Moedt (203) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 17 rebounds for the winners and guard Joel Friesen (193) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Five Cascades players scored in double figures. At the losing side international point guard Nathan Yu (189-89) responded with 24 points and 5 rebounds and American guard Doug Plumb (193, college: Minnesota St.) scored 15 points and 4 assists. Thunderbirds' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Cascades. They maintain fourth place with 11-5 record. Thunderbirds at the other side still keep top position with three games lost. They share it with Victoria. Cascades will again play against league's leader Thunderbirds in Vancouver, BC in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Thunderbirds will have a break next round. Top scorers: UBC: N.Yu 24+5reb+2ast, D.Plumb 15+1reb+4ast, G.Bath 11+5reb+1ast, B.Bains 7+2reb, K.Burke 6+7reb+2ast, T.Nixon 4+2reb+1ast UFV: J.Friesen 18+6reb+3ast, K.Grewal 13+8reb, J.Blackman 12+3reb, S.Freeman 12+2reb, J.Moedt 10+17reb+2ast, J.York 7+1reb+2ast
Everything went according to plan when second ranked Redmen (7-4) defeated 5th ranked Gaiters (1-9) in Lennoxville, QC 61-44 on Friday. The game was mostly controlled by Redmen. Gaiters was better in fourth quarter 16-12. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Gaiters to just 6 points in first quarter. Redmen forced 20 Gaiters turnovers and outrebounded them 43-24 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a very good performance for Vincent Dufort who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 5 rebounds. Winn Clark contributed with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Four Redmen players scored in double figures. Forward Jeremy Leonard-Smith (193) answered with 16 points and 4 steals and guard Mukiya Post (193) added 13 points in the effort for Gaiters. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Redmen. They maintain second place with 7-4 record having eighteen points less than leader UBC. Loser Gaiters keep the fifth position with nine games lost. Redmen will face Rouge et Or (#4) in Quebec City, QC in the next round. Top scorers: Bishop's: J.Leonard-Smith 16+2reb+1ast, M.Post 13, R.Aristil 5, M.Andrews 3+8reb, A.Spurrell 2+2ast, M.McLean 2+1reb McGill: V.Dufort 16+5reb+3ast, W.Clark 12+10reb+2ast, A.Mitrovic 11+6reb, N.Langley 10+4reb, K.Sy-Morissette 5+3reb+5ast, N.Yantzi 3+7reb+1ast
There was no surprise when 13th ranked Wesmen (4-13) was outleveled by third ranked Huskies (12-4) in Winnipeg, MB 91-61 on Friday. The game was mostly controlled by Huskies. Wesmen was better in third quarter 21-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Wesmen's 28. They outrebounded Wesmen 44-27 including a 33-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a very good performance for international forward Michael Lieffers (203-87) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 12 points and 15 rebounds. American point guard Jamelle Barrett (180) contributed with 16 points and 8 assists for the winners. Five Huskies players scored in double figures. Guard Andrew Cunningham (186, college: Redlands CC) answered with 10 points and 8 assists and point guard Travis Krahn (183) added 15 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Wesmen. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Huskies. They maintain third place with 12-4 record having eight points less than leader UBC. Wesmen lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the eighth position with 13 games lost. Huskies will have a break next round. Wesmen will play again at home against Huskies (#3) in Saskatoon, SK. Top scorers: Winnipeg: T.Krahn 15+5reb, A.Cunningham 10+4reb+8ast, B.Duff 8+5reb, B.Iko 7+3reb, J.Horaska 5+1reb, M.McNee 4+4reb+2ast Saskatchewan: P.Lomuro 18+4reb, J.Barrett 16+4reb+8ast, C.Unsworth 13+4reb+1ast, M.Lieffers 12+15reb+2ast, M.Forbes 11+6reb+1ast, B.Baker 8+4reb+1ast
No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Golden Bears (11-6) beat 11th ranked Cougars (5-11) in Regina, SK 81-69 on Friday. The game without a history. Golden Bears led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Golden Bears forced 19 Cougars turnovers. It was a very good performance for international guard Jordan Baker (192-91, college: Utah Valley) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points and 17 rebounds. Swingman Daniel Ferguson (191, college: Valdosta St.) contributed with 26 points and 4 assists for the winners. Golden Bears' coach Greg Francis let to play all 12 players saving starting five for next games. Forward Connor Burns (201) answered with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Paul Gareau (201) added 11 points and 12 rebounds in the effort for Cougars. Four Cougars players scored in double figures. Golden Bears moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Windsor. Loser Cougars dropped to the twelfth position with 11 games lost. Golden Bears will have a break next round. Cougars will play again at home against Golden Bears (#5) in Edmonton, AB. Top scorers: Regina: C.Burns 23+13reb+4ast, P.Gareau 11+12reb+2ast, G.Childerhose 11+5reb+2ast, B.Hebert 10+1reb+4ast, S.Nostedt 7+2reb, A.Tate 4+1ast Alberta: D.Ferguson 26+2reb+4ast, J.Baker 21+17reb+3ast, A.Bates 9+5reb, S.Saffa 8+3reb, T.Bergen-Henengouwen 7+4reb, R.Dewar 7+2reb+1ast
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Thunderwolves as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Thunderwolves defeated 8th ranked Warriors in Thunder Bay, ON 84-74. The game was mostly controlled by Thunderwolves. Warriors managed to win third quarter 18-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Thunderwolves looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Adam Johnson (, college: Georgetown, KY) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Greg Carter (178-90) contributed with 7 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Forward Andrew Melbourne (188-90) answered with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Zach Angelini (188-92) added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists in the effort for Warriors. Four Warriors players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Thunderwolves (15-2) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Laurier. Warriors lost twelfth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Winnipeg. Warriors will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Thunderwolves will try to continue on its current victory against eighth ranked Warriors in Waterloo, ON. Top scorers: Waterloo: M.Wright 19+2ast, A.Melbourne 14+11reb+4ast, Z.Angelini 13+5reb+6ast, T.Stevenson 12+2reb+5ast, W.Bridge 6+5reb+4ast, S.Pejicic 4+3reb+1ast Lakehead: A.Johnson 26+9reb+2ast, N.Wainwright 12+3ast, B.Johnson 11+1reb+3ast, M.Schmidt 9+1reb+2ast, G.Carter 7+7reb+7ast, R.Thomson 6+2reb+4ast
Important to mention another loss for outsider RMC, who are unable to win a single game so far. This time they lost in a game in Kingston, ON versus seventh ranked Golden Gaels84-43. The game without a history. Golden Gaels led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding RMC to just 5 points in first quarter. Golden Gaels dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to RMC's 24. They outrebounded RMC 44-25 including a 19-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Golden Gaels looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by RMC's players. Forward Alex Weatherill (196) nailed 16 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winning side and forward Matthew Baker (193) accounted for 13 points and 5 rebounds. Four Golden Gaels players scored in double figures. Golden Gaels' coach Stephan Barrie felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Connor Duke (191) came up with 12 points and 6 rebounds and Alexandre Lavoie added 11 points and 5 rebounds respectively for RMC in the defeat. Golden Gaels maintains seventh place with 1-16 record. It was RMC's seventeenth loss in a row. They still closes the standings with 17 games lost. Golden Gaels will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. RMC's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Kingston, ON to the arena Golden Gaels. Top scorers: RMC: C.Duke 12+6reb+2ast, A.Lavoie 11+5reb+1ast, M.Buss 7+4reb, J.Byun 7+3reb+3ast, T.Boettcher 4+2reb, S.Hui 2+2reb+1ast Queen's: A.Weatherill 16+4reb+1ast, N.Misljencevic 13+4reb+1ast, M.Baker 13+5reb+2ast, M.Simpson 11+2reb+2ast, B.Burgesson 6+2reb+2ast, M.Farine 6+5reb+2ast
Rather expected game when 4th placed Rouge et Or (3-7) was smashed by first ranked Stingers (9-1) in Montreal, QC 80-59 on Friday. The game without a history. Stingers led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Stingers forced 21 Rouge et Or turnovers and outrebounded them 39-27 including 24 on the defensive glass. Rouge et Or was plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a very good performance for international point guard Kyle Desmarais (188-87, college: Cent.Conn.St.) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 7 assists. Forward Evens Laroche (193) contributed with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Four Stingers players scored in double figures. Coach John Dore's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play all 12 players saving starting five for next games. Swingman Etienne Labrecque (196-86, college: Quinnipiac) answered with 15 points and naturalized Bosnian forward Boris Hadzimuratovic (204-91, college: High School) added 10 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Rouge et Or. Stingers maintains first place with 9-1 record. Rouge et Or lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the fourth position with seven games lost. Stingers will face Citadines (#3) in Montreal, QC in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Rouge et Or will play on the road against the league's second-placed Redmen in Montreal, QC and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Laval: E.Labrecque 15+4reb+2ast, T.Dezutter 11+4reb, B.Hadzimuratovic 10+7reb, H.Ryan 8+7reb+1ast, X.Baribeau 7+2ast, S.Mercier 4+4reb+1ast Concordia: K.Desmarais 18+4reb+7ast, Z.Brisebois 11+6reb+1ast, E.Laroche 11+10reb+1ast, F.Fiola 10+1reb+2ast, D.Krah 9+6reb+3ast, T.Garner 8+2reb
A very interesting game took place in Fredericton, NB. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of much higher ranked X-Men (9-4) to seventh ranked Varsity Reds (5-9) 67-66 on Friday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. X-Men was ahead by 3 points after three quarters before a 25-21 charge of Varsity Reds, which allowed them to win the game. Guard Alex Desroches (193) fired a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Guard Daniel Quirion (183) chipped in 23 points. Forward Jeremy Dunn (198) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds and guard Terry Thomas (193) added 17 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. X-Men's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Varsity Reds maintains seventh place with 5-9 record. X-Men at the other side keeps the second position with four games lost. Varsity Reds' next round opponent will be again league's second-placed X-Men in Antigonish, NS and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Top scorers: St.Francis X.: J.Dunn 24+10reb+2ast, T.Thomas 17+12reb+1ast, S.Coupland 9+2reb+1ast, B.Kong 7+7reb, T.Vernon 5+3reb+3ast, R.Madera 2+1ast New Brunsw.: D.Quirion 23+2reb+1ast, A.Desroches 16+10reb+4ast, S.Amoah 14+3reb+2ast, M.Fosu 6+9reb+5ast, D.Anthony 4+2reb+1ast, A.O'Brien 2
Another exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Toronto, ON: Rams (#3) and Blues (#5). Rams (10-8) won against visiting Blues (7-11) 89-85. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Blues. The hosts were tied at the half but managed to speed up in last two quarters eventually winning the game. It was a great shooting night for Rams especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.9 percentage. It was a very good performance for Jordon Gauthier who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 6 rebounds. International point guard Jahmal Jones (183-91) contributed with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Four Rams players scored in double figures. Center Andrew Wasik (201) answered with 25 points and 8 rebounds and forward Alex Hill (196, college: Cornell) added 23 points in the effort for Blues. Blues' coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. The victory was the third consecutive win for Rams. They maintain third place with 10-8 record having eight points less than leader UBC. Loser Blues keep the fifth position with 11 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Toronto Univ.: A.Wasik 25+8reb, A.Hill 23+3reb+2ast, D.Glisic 13+9reb+1ast, B.Garvin 7+1reb+1ast, A.Kumar 6+3reb+1ast, S.Nickel 6+1reb+2ast Ryerson: J.Gauthier 26+6reb+3ast, J.Jones 23+6reb+5ast, A.Best 12+2reb, O.Adegboruwa 11+6reb+3ast, B.Michaelsen 9+7reb, N.Stankovic 4
The game between closely ranked teams ended with leader Ravens' (18-0) home victory over their biggest opponent Gee-Gees (11-7) in Ottawa, ON 86-57 on Friday. The game without a history. Ravens led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Ravens outrebounded Gee-Gees 39-24 including 24 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Gee-Gees' players. Quite impressive performance for international guard Philip Scrubb (194-92) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Willy Manigat (180) contributed with 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Coach Dave Smart's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 11 players saving starting five for next games. Michael L'Africain answered with 17 points and guard Johnny Berhanemeskel (185) added 12 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Gee-Gees. The victory was the eighteenth consecutive win for Ravens. They maintain first place with 18-0 record. Loser Gee-Gees keep the second position with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Ottawa: M.L'Africain 17+4reb+1ast, J.Berhanemeskel 12+7reb+3ast, C.Anderson 8+2reb, G.Gonthier-Dubue 7+1ast, J.Gibson-Bascombe 5+2ast, V.Gill 3+3reb Carleton: P.Scrubb 30+5reb+3ast, W.Manigat 18+5reb+2ast, K.Churchill 12+6reb+1ast, K.Smendziuk 9+4reb+3ast, T.Scrubb 7+5reb+2ast, T.Hinz 3+2reb+8ast
Not a big story in a game when 6th ranked Lions (3-15) were outscored by fourth ranked Voyageurs (9-9) in Toronto, ON 108-78 on Friday. The game without a history. Voyageurs led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Lions' 32. They outrebounded Lions 38-21 including a 17-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Quite impressive performance for guard Manny Pasquale (183) who helped to win the game recording 26 points. Guard Isiah Pasquale (191) contributed with 16 points for the winners. Coach Shawn Swords's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play all 12 players saving starting five for next games. Guard David Tyndale (180) answered with 26 points and forward Nick Tufegdzich (201) added 11 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Lions. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Voyageurs maintains fourth place with 9-9 record. Lions lost their third game in a row. They keep the sixth position with 15 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: York: D.Tyndale 26+3reb+2ast, A.Rados 17+4reb+1ast, J.Bell 14+2reb+1ast, N.Tufegdzich 11+9reb+4ast, K.Buchanan 6+1reb+1ast, D.Watt 4+2reb+5ast Laurentian: M.Pasquale 26+1reb+1ast, A.Ratte 17+1reb+5ast, I.Pasquale 16+4reb+3ast, G.Serresse 12+5reb, N.Yengue 9+5reb+1ast, M.Ramalho 9+3ast
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CIS Round 24: Golden Hawks beat Lancers by two after a very close game - Feb 4, 2012 (by Eurobasket News )
The most exciting game of round 24 in the CIS took place in Windsor, ON. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of one of their biggest challengers Lancers (11-6) to second ranked Golden Hawks (15-2) 79-77 in the game for the first place. The guests trailed by 5 points at the halftime before their 30-14 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to win the game. Golden Hawks outrebounded Lancers 55-42 including 19 on the offensive glass. It was a good game for forward Maxwell Allin (193) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists. Center Matthew Buckley (215) contributed with 12 points and 18 rebounds for the winners. Golden Hawks' coach Peter Campbell used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Guard Josh Collins (186-90) replied with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 5 rebounds, 12 assists and 4 steals for Lancers. Golden Hawks have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Lancers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the second place with six games lost. They share the position with Ottawa. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Important game to mention about took place in Halifax, NS. Fourth ranked Axemen (8-4) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging 6th ranked Huskies (6-8) 76-75 on Wednesday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of international forward Owen Klassen (208-91) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks and Anthony Sears who added 22 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Tory Fassett with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Axemen have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Huskies at the other side keep the sixth position with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. A very close game took place in Guelph, ON between Mustangs and Gryphons. Seventh ranked Mustangs (6-11) got a very close victory on the road over 6th ranked Gryphons (8-9). Mustangs managed to escape with a 3-point win 69-66 on Wednesday evening. The winners were led by Ryan Barbeau who scored that evening 27 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Even 18 points and 9 rebounds by Kareem Malcolm did not help to save the game for Gryphons. Gryphons' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Mustangs maintains seventh position with 6-11 record. Gryphons lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Manitoba and Laurentian. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. The game between fourth ranked Marauders (12-5) and 5th ranked Badgers (9-8) in Hamilton, ON ended with biggest points difference. Marauders outscored guests from St.Catharines, ON 104-60. The best player for the winners was Victor Raso who scored 18 points and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Marauders have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place which they share with defeated Badgers. Badgers at the other side dropped to the third position with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
In the last game of round 24 Calgary beat Manitoba on the road 87-79.
A very close game took place in Guelph, ON between Mustangs and Gryphons. Seventh ranked Mustangs (6-11) got a very close victory on the road over 6th ranked Gryphons (8-9). Mustangs managed to escape with a 3-point win 69-66 on Wednesday evening. The guests trailed by 3 points at the halftime before their 30-24 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Mustangs made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. Strangely Gryphons outrebounded Mustangs 43-27 including 28 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by guard Ryan Barbeau (178) who scored that evening 27 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists and Ryan Higgins supported him with 12 points and 5 rebounds. Even 18 points and 9 rebounds by guard Kareem Malcolm (183) did not help to save the game for Gryphons. Guard Zachary Angus (186) added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Gryphons' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Mustangs maintains seventh position with 6-11 record. Gryphons lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Manitoba and Laurentian. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Guelph: K.Malcolm 18+9reb+1ast, Z.Angus 15+5reb+4ast, D.McCarthy 13+8reb+1ast, A.Bering 9+7reb, E.McDonald 8+5reb, D.Morris 3+6reb Western: R.Barbeau 27+7reb+7ast, R.Higgins 12+5reb+1ast, C.Drouin 8+2reb, P.Scholtes 8+2reb+3ast, G.Morrow 5+2reb, Q.Henderson 4+7reb+1ast
The game between fourth ranked Marauders (12-5) and 5th ranked Badgers (9-8) in Hamilton, ON ended with biggest points difference. Marauders outscored guests from St.Catharines, ON 104-60. The game without a history. Marauders led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Badgers' 28. Marauders forced 25 Badgers turnovers and outrebounded them 40-29 including 30 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Victor Raso (193) who scored 18 points and 5 assists. Forward Cam Michaud (198) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Five Marauders players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Andrew Kraus (188-86) who recorded 15 points and 5 assists and forward Brian Nahimana (206) added 6 points, 8 rebounds and 4 blocks respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Marauders have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place which they share with defeated Badgers. Badgers at the other side dropped to the third position with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Brock: A.Kraus 15+5ast, M.Williams 8+3reb, T.Kasamba 8+3reb+1ast, D.Mukendi 8+5reb, A.Ferguson 7+2reb, B.Nahimana 6+8reb McMaster: V.Raso 18+1reb+5ast, J.Rocca 15+4reb+2ast, A.Presutti 14+2reb+4ast, C.Michaud 14+6reb+3ast, N.Mccarthy 11+9reb, A.Redpath 10+2reb+4ast
We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when ninth ranked Dinos (7-10) beat 8th ranked Bisons (8-9) in Winnipeg, MB 87-79. The guests were already 11 points ahead after 3 quarters before a 25-22 Bisons' run in the last quarter cut the lead to 87-79 at the end of the game. Dinos made 20-of-26 charity shots (76.9 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was guard Jarred Ogungbemi (175-91) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Naturalized Bosnian forward Boris Bakovic (201-88, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds. Four Dinos players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Kevin Oliver (198) who recorded a double-double by scoring 11 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and Kurtis Sansregret added 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Dinos have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Toronto Univ. Bisons lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with nine games lost. Dinos will have a break next round. Bisons will play again at home against Dinos (#9) in Calgary, AB. Top scorers: Manitoba: K.Sansregret 18+5reb+4ast, X.Smith 13+1reb, K.Oliver 11+12reb+4ast, S.Walton 9+4reb+6ast, B.Speer 8+4reb, J.Huertas 7+3reb+1ast Calgary: B.Bakovic 21+8reb+2ast, J.Ogungbemi 18+11reb+4ast, T.Fidler 14+6reb, J.Owen-Thomas 13+5reb+2ast, J.Wolfram 9+5reb, K.Milburn 6+2reb+4ast
Important game to mention about took place in Halifax, NS. Fourth ranked Axemen (8-4) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging 6th ranked Huskies (6-8) 76-75 on Wednesday evening. The guests were tied after three quarters but managed to speed up in last quarter eventually winning the game. Axemen forced 19 Huskies turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of international forward Owen Klassen (208-91) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks and guard Anthony Sears (193) who added 22 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Tory Fassett with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and Brian Rouse produced a double-double by scoring 10 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Axemen and four Huskies players scored in double figures. Axemen have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Huskies at the other side keep the sixth position with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: St.Mary's: T.Fassett 28+11reb+5ast, M.Pink 14+6reb+3ast, J.Smith 14+4reb+2ast, B.Rouse 10+11reb+4ast, R.Halpin 7+3reb+1ast, H.Ezenibe 2+4reb+1ast Acadia: A.Sears 22+4reb+3ast, S.Stoqua 16+1reb+4ast, O.Klassen 16+13reb+3ast, J.Tull 10+5reb, A.Ashe 10+4reb, B.States 2+5reb
The most exciting game of round 24 in the CIS took place in Windsor, ON. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of one of their biggest challengers Lancers (11-6) to second ranked Golden Hawks (15-2) 79-77 in the game for the first place. The guests trailed by 5 points at the halftime before their 30-14 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to win the game. Golden Hawks outrebounded Lancers 55-42 including 19 on the offensive glass. It was a good game for forward Maxwell Allin (193) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists. Center Matthew Buckley (215) contributed with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 18 rebounds for the winners. Golden Hawks' coach Peter Campbell used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Guard Josh Collins (186-90) replied with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 5 rebounds, 12 assists and 4 steals and guard Enrico Diloreto (186-90) added 23 points in the effort for Lancers. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Golden Hawks have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Lancers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the second place with six games lost. They share the position with Ottawa. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Windsor: E.Diloreto 23+4reb, E.Matthews 13+8reb, J.Collins 13+5reb+12ast, L.Phillip 11+14reb+1ast, R.Osuntola 8+3reb+1ast, J.McQueen 7+7reb Laurier: M.Allin 21+10reb+9ast, K.Harrison 18+7reb+2ast, M.Buckley 12+18reb+2ast, P.Donnelly 11+13reb+1ast, K.Enright 7, W.Coulthard 6+2reb+3ast
Lightning strike down Storm - Feb 3, 2012 (by Eurobasket News )
The 2474 fans in attendance at the John Labatt Centre have known for a week that their Lightning were headed to the post season, but who their opponent would be remains a mystery. Fifth place Summerside Storm was the visitor tonight, and a close battled game saw the Lightning winning, 113-107.
'We didn't play well,' explained Lightning Coach Michael Ray Richardson. 'We gave away 25 offensive rebounds and let their guards score too many layups [read more]
The 2474 fans in attendance at the John Labatt Centre have known for a week that their Lightning were headed to the post season, but who their opponent would be remains a mystery. Fifth place Summerside Storm was the visitor tonight, and a close battled game saw the Lightning winning, 113-107.
'We didn't play well,' explained Lightning Coach Michael Ray Richardson. 'We gave away 25 offensive rebounds and let their guards score too many layups. In the end though a win is a win and we will take it.'
The Storm trail Saint John Mill Rats in the standings and have a very tough schedule ahead. London meanwhile, used its tried and true formula in tonight's contest: Gabe Freeman (6'6''-F-85, college: Costa Mesa JC) ending with his double double, 18 points and 14 rebounds, while 5 players on the Lightning roster scored in double digits, led by DeAnthony Bowden (6'1''-G-80, college: Creighton) with 25.
London gets right back at it on Sunday against Oshawa. Tip-off at the John Labatt Centre is 2 PM
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