CIS Round 11: Stingers lose a game and the top position to Redmen - Nov 25, 2012
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There was no lack of interesting games this round. The round ended with defeat of the leader, derby games and favorites losing the games.
The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Stingers (3-1) in Montreal, QC on Saturday night. Hosts were edged by Redmen (3-0) 69-68. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Stingers. It was a key game for the top position in the league as both teams had the same 2-0 record before this meeting. Stingers were trailing by 6 points at halftime but managed to get 7-point lead after three quarters before a 22-14 charge of Redmen, which allowed them to win the game. It was a great evening for forward Vincent Dufort (195) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds. Guard Christian McCue (188) helped adding 13 points. Guard Jerome Blake (180) responded with 20 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Redmen have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader. Stingers at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Very significant was Cougars' (#8) 74-68 road victory against 8th ranked Heat. It was an exceptional evening for guard Frank Brown (188) who led the winners and scored 23 points. Connor Burns accounted for 14 points and 12 rebounds. Azi Fahandeg-Sadi (193) came up with 20 points and 7 rebounds for Heat in the defeat. Heat's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cougars (2-6) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Heat lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. A very close game took place in Edmonton, AB between Golden Bears and Thunderbirds. First ranked Golden Bears (7-1) got a very close home victory over leader Thunderbirds (6-2). Golden Bears managed to escape with a 2-point win 68-66 in the fight for the first place. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Golden Bears have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-1 record which they share with defeated Thunderbirds. Loser Thunderbirds still keep top position with two games lost. Golden Bears will meet Timberwolves (#5) in the next round. Thunderbirds will have a break next round. A very interesting game took place in Langley, BC. It ended with only one-point home defeat of 7th ranked Spartans (2-6) to fourth ranked Bisons (5-3) 81-80 on Saturday evening. Stephan Walton saved the victory by scoring 19 points. Bisons moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Spartans lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Very important is a road loss of second ranked Vikies (5-3) against fifth ranked Huskies (5-3) on Saturday night. Visiting Vikies were defeated by Huskies in Saskatoon, SK 90-74. It was a great evening for Stephon Lamar who led his team to a victory scoring 32 points and 8 assists. Huskies' coach Barry Rawlyk used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Huskies moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Vikies. Huskies will face Mount Royal (#6) in Calgary, AB in the next round.
There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 11: Winnipeg lost to UFV on the opponent's court 62-68. Lethbridge outscored Mount Royal in a home game 93-73. UNBC recorded a loss to Calgary on the road 62-73. Bishop's defeated Laval on its own court 74-58. Brandon was beaten by TRU in Kamloops, BC 88-80. Carleton destroyed Guelph at home 104-54. Laurier was outscored by Laurentian on the opponent's court 92-63. McMaster recorded a loss to Queen's in a home game 73-77. Lakehead was defeated by Ottawa on the road 82-67. York smashed Waterloo on its own court 80-54. Toronto Univ. lost to Windsor in Windsor, ON 64-82. Western lost to undefeated Ryerson at home 70-79. Dalhousie lost to undefeated Cape Breton on the opponent's court 68-86. Winless Memorial was defeated by New Brunsw. in a home game 69-77. St.Mary's was beaten by St.Francis X. on the road 77-69.
A very interesting game took place in Langley, BC. It ended with only one-point home defeat of 7th ranked Spartans (2-6) to fourth ranked Bisons (5-3) 81-80 on Saturday evening. Spartans were ahead by 7 points at the halftime before a 48-40 second half run of Bisons. They made 17-of-19 charity shots (89.5 percent) during the game. They also forced 23 Spartans turnovers. American guard Stephan Walton (178-87, college: Valdosta St.) saved the victory by scoring 19 points. Guard Jonar Huertas (183) contributed with 14 points for the winners. Walton is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Bisons players scored in double figures. Mark Perrin answered with 21 points and 9 rebounds and Denny McDonald added 21 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Spartans. Bisons moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Spartans lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Manitoba: S.Walton 19+2reb+2ast, J.Huertas 14+2reb+3ast, X.Smith 13+1reb, Y.Ozsayiner 11+3reb+2ast, C.Noel 9+5reb, D.Joseph 5+4reb+2ast TWU: M.Perrin 21+9reb+1ast, D.McDonald 21+6reb+1ast, K.Osborne 14+3reb, E.Mara 5+2reb+2ast, L.Goossen 5+1ast, M.Blackaby 4+3reb+2ast
Very significant was Cougars' (#8) 74-68 road victory against 8th ranked Heat. The guests started the game with a very strong first quarter 20-9. But Heat won second period 16-14. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. It was an exceptional evening for guard Frank Brown (188) who led the winners and scored 23 points. Forward Connor Burns (201) accounted for 14 points and 12 rebounds for the winning side. Four Cougars players scored in double figures. Azi Fahandeg-Sadi (193) came up with 20 points and 7 rebounds and guard Mitch Goodwin (188) added 23 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Heat in the defeat. Heat's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cougars (2-6) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Heat lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Regina: F.Brown 23+4reb+2ast, P.Gareau 14+9reb, C.Burns 14+12reb, B.Hebert 10+3reb, M.Augustin 5+3reb, J.Zver 4+2reb UBC Okanagan: M.Goodwin 23+5reb, A.Fahandeg-Sadi 20+7reb+1ast, D.Mackay 6+3reb+1ast, A.Faza 6+5reb+1ast, G.Gill 6+9reb+2ast, E.Dane Medi 4+3reb
We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Abbotsford, BC where second-ranked Wesmen (5-3) was defeated by third ranked Cascades (5-3) 68-62 on Saturday. Wesmen was tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. Cascades made 19-of-20 free shots (95.0 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for Kevon Parchment who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Guard Samuel Freeman (191) helped adding 24 points and 6 rebounds. Four Cascades players scored in double figures. American forward Steven Wesley (196, college: E.Washington) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and the other American import forward Benny Iko (198) scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Cascades have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Wesmen. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: UFV: S.Freeman 24+6reb, K.Parchment 20+12reb+3ast, N.Kendall 12+7reb+1ast, K.Grewal 10+11reb+5ast, S.Ashkenazy 2, J.York 0+2reb+3ast Winnipeg: S.Wesley 17+12reb+1ast, B.Iko 14+7reb+2ast, A.Cunningham 8+5reb+9ast, N.Gooding 8+1reb+2ast, J.Clennon 8+2reb, T.Krahn 6+3reb+1ast
Rather predictable result in Lethbridge, AB where third ranked Pronghorn (5-3) smashed 6th ranked Mount Royal (2-6) 93-73 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Pronghorn. Mount Royal was better in fourth quarter 17-12. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Pronghorn forced 21 Mount Royal turnovers and outrebounded them 41-29 including 27 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Mount Royal's players. It was a great evening for center Derek Waldner (201) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds. Guard Morgan Duce (180) helped adding 20 points and 4 assists. Four Pronghorn players scored in double figures. Forward Nick Loewen (196) responded with 22 points and 6 rebounds and guard Jalen Gardener (188) scored 9 points and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pronghorn moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Mount Royal lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with six games lost. Pronghorn will have a break next round. Mount Royal will play at home against Huskies (#4) in Saskatoon, SK and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Lethbridge: M.Duce 20+4reb+4ast, J.Chief-Morris 16+2reb+2ast, D.Waldner 15+13reb+2ast, L.Reiter 13+5reb+5ast, A.Fletcher 9+3reb+1ast, C.Johnson 8+3reb+5ast Mount Royal: N.Loewen 22+6reb, A.Abraha 11+3reb+1ast, J.Gardener 9+4reb+4ast, A.Callaghan 8+2reb+2ast, O.Ogun 5+3reb+1ast, M.Matear 4+4reb
Very important is a road loss of second ranked Vikies (5-3) against fifth ranked Huskies (5-3) on Saturday night. Visiting Vikies were defeated by Huskies in Saskatoon, SK 90-74. The game was mostly controlled by Huskies. Vikies was better in fourth quarter 24-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for American guard Stephon Lamar (185, college: Pacific) who led his team to a victory scoring 32 points and 8 assists. Guard Ben Baker (191) helped adding 13 points and 9 assists. Huskies' coach Barry Rawlyk used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kyle Peterson responded with 11 points and 7 assists and Ryan Erikson scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Five Vikies players scored in double figures. Huskies moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Vikies. Huskies will face Mount Royal (#6) in Calgary, AB in the next round. Top scorers: Saskatchewan: S.Lamar 32+3reb+8ast, B.Baker 13+4reb+9ast, T.Severinski 12+7reb, M.Forbes 9+7reb, P.Burns 9+9reb, E.Ostertag 6+1reb Victoria: B.Taylor 13+2reb+1ast, R.Erikson 11+7reb+1ast, K.Peterson 11+1reb+7ast, T.Evans 10+4reb+1ast, M.Acheampong 10+7reb, R.Theil 10+6reb+1ast
There was a minor upset in Calgary, AB where 4th placed Timberwolves (4-4) were defeated by sixth ranked Dinos (4-4) 73-62 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Dinos. Timberwolves was better in third quarter 21-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Timberwolves were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for guard Jarred Ogungbemi-Jackson (175-91) who led his team to a victory scoring 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Thijin Moses (201) helped adding 9 points and 15 rebounds. Guard Charles Barton (193) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds and swingman Sam Raphael (188) scored 15 points. Timberwolves' coach tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Dinos moved-up to fourth place, which they share with TRU and UNBC. Dinos' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Calgary, AB to the arena . Top scorers: Calgary: J.Ogungbemi-Jackson 24+6reb+4ast, M.Ligertwood 12+4reb, J.Gill 9+3reb+1ast, T.Moses 9+15reb+2ast, J.Owen-Thomas 7+8reb+3ast, C.Mbayi 7+5reb+2ast UNBC: S.Raphael 15+4reb+1ast, C.Barton 12+12reb+1ast, J.Araujo 8+3reb, J.Rybachuk 8+2reb+3ast, F.Rowe 8+4reb+3ast, G.Aubertin 6+7reb+2ast
We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Lennoxville, QC where fourth ranked Gaiters (1-1) beat 3rd placed Rouge et Or (1-3) 74-58 on Saturday. Gaiters left bottom position moving up to third place. Loser Rouge et Or dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Bishop''s: S.Ring 23+2reb+7ast, O.Blackwood 14+5reb+1ast, T.Hunter 10+2reb+2ast, J.Leonard-Smith 9+8reb+2ast, M.Andrews 7+10reb+2ast, P.Kabongo 5+2reb+1ast Laval: B.Hadzimuratovic 13+6reb, T.Dezutter 12+8reb+1ast, R.Mathieu 11+6reb+1ast, H.Ryan 6+8reb+1ast, K.Demers-Belanger 6+1reb+1ast, K.Amrani 5+2reb+3ast
There was no surprise in Kamloops, BC where 7th ranked Bobcats (2-6) were defeated by fifth ranked Wolfpack (4-4) 88-80 on Saturday. Wolfpack outrebounded Bobcats 45-27 including a 34-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Bobcats were plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for Will Ondrik who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points and 7 rebounds. Blaz Bozinovic helped adding 9 points and 16 rebounds. Kenonte Ramsey responded with 18 points and 5 rebounds and Ali-Mounir Benabdelhak scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Five Bobcats players scored in double figures. Wolfpack have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with UNBC and Calgary. Loser Bobcats dropped to the sixth position with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: TRU: W.Ondrik 27+7reb+1ast, T.Grant 18+6reb+1ast, B.Rouault 12+8reb+1ast, I.Bozinovic 9+3reb+1ast, B.Bozinovic 9+16reb+1ast, A.Pierre 7+5reb+2ast Brandon: K.Ramsey 18+5reb+3ast, R.Smith 15+1reb+1ast, J.Reaves 12+4reb, A.Benabdelhak 11+7reb, I.Bonhomme 11+2reb+5ast, J.Elias 6+3reb+2ast
The game between closely ranked teams ended with second ranked Ravens' (5-1) home victory over 3rd placed Gryphons (1-4) 104-54 on Saturday. The game without a history. Ravens led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Gryphons' 22 and made 17-of-17 free shots (100 percent !!!) during the game. They outrebounded Gryphons 30-13 including a 21-9 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for international guard Philip Scrubb (190-92) who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points and 4 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). International forward Tyson Hinz (198-91) helped adding 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Ravens players scored in double figures. Forward Stefan Cornelissen (201) responded with 12 points and guard Michel Clark (185) scored 10 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Ravens have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain second place with 5-1 record behind leader Windsor, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Gryphons keep the third position with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Carleton: P.Scrubb 27+2reb+4ast, C.Springer-Williams 19+2reb, T.Hinz 15+5reb+4ast, T.Scrubb 11, K.Smendziuk 6+2reb+1ast, K.Blain 6+2reb+1ast Guelph: S.Cornelissen 12+1reb+1ast, D.Thompson 11, M.Clark 10+1reb+2ast, T.Armstrong 8+4reb, Z.Angus 6+3reb+1ast, A.Kemp 3+2reb
We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Sudbury, ON where second-ranked Golden Hawks (2-3) were crushed by third ranked Voyageurs (5-1) 92-63 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Voyageurs. Golden Hawks was better in third quarter 18-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. It was a great evening for Alex Ratte who led his team to a victory scoring 31 points and 4 assists. Guard Manny Pasquale (183) helped adding 16 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Four Voyageurs players scored in double figures. Guard Maxwell Allin (193) responded with 20 points and 9 rebounds and center Matthew Chesson (201) scored 15 points and 9 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Voyageurs have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Golden Hawks keep the second position with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Laurentian: A.Ratte 31+3reb+4ast, N.Yengue 20+11reb+1ast, M.Pasquale 16+9reb+7ast, J.Budd 11+5reb, R.Bennett 6, T.Carter-Newman 2 Laurier: M.Allin 20+9reb+3ast, M.Chesson 15+9reb+1ast, J.Forde 12+3reb+3ast, P.Donnelly 8+5reb, W.Coulthard 2+4reb+1ast, A.Walters 2+3reb
There was a small surprise in Hamilton, ON where fifth ranked Golden Gaels (5-1) defeated 5th ranked Marauders (1-4) 77-73 on Saturday. Golden Gaels moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Marauders lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the third position with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
There was a minor upset in Ottawa, ON where 4th placed Thunderwolves (1-4) were defeated by fourth ranked Gee-Gees (5-1) 82-67 on Saturday. The hosts trailed by 7 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 3-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 82-67. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Gee-Gees made 11 blocks. It was a great evening for guard Mehdi Tihani (188) who led his team to a victory scoring 8 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. International guard Warren Ward (196-89) helped adding 14 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Ben Johnson (-88) responded with 16 points and guard Dwayne Harvey scored 6 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Gee-Gees have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Thunderwolves lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the third position with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Ottawa: J.Berhanemeskel 20+2reb+1ast, G.Gonthier-Dubue 15+4reb+1ast, W.Ward 14+9reb+1ast, M.L'Africain 9+3reb+3ast, M.Tihani 8+11reb+5ast, R.Evans 6+1reb Lakehead: B.Johnson 16+3reb+1ast, J.Jones 11+2reb, J.Hart 9+2reb+1ast, M.Schmidt 6+1reb, D.Harvey 6+9reb+3ast, G.Carter 6+4reb+1ast
The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Lions' (3-3) home victory over bottom-ranked Warriors (0-5) 80-54 on Saturday. The game without a history. Lions led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They also forced 20 Warriors turnovers and outrebounded them 41-29 including 28 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for forward Daniel Tulloch (196) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. Guard Isaac Akeem (190-90) helped adding 10 points, 5 assists and 5 steals. Forward Kyrie Coleman responded with 10 points and 8 rebounds and forward Wells Davis (196) scored 11 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Lions moved-up to sixth place. Loser Warriors still closes the standings with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: York: D.Tulloch 17+11reb, R.Iheadindu 11+1reb, I.Akeem 10+4reb+5ast, D.Tyndale 9+1reb+2ast, C.Coldea 8+8reb+1ast, A.Rados 7+1reb+2ast Waterloo: J.Ravenhorst 11+1reb+1ast, W.Davis 11+2reb+2ast, K.Coleman 10+8reb+1ast, B.Smith 8+5reb, D.Buchanan 6, M.Helsby 4+4reb+3ast
There was no surprise in Windsor, ON where 6th ranked Blues (2-4) were defeated by first ranked Lancers (4-2) 82-64 on Saturday. Lancers forced 19 Blues turnovers and outrebounded them 53-20 including a 24-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for international forward Lien Phillip (203-89) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds. Guard Josh Collins (185-90) helped adding 13 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Four Lancers players scored in double figures. Naturalized Greek guard Alex Hill (196-90, college: Cornell) responded with 23 points and 6 rebounds and guard Dylan Churchill (185) scored 16 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Lancers maintains first place with 4-2 record, which they share with St.Francis X. Loser Blues keep the sixth position with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Windsor: L.Phillip 15+13reb+2ast, J.Collins 13+6reb+8ast, M.Petrella 11+4reb+3ast, R.Osuntola 11+6reb, E.Diloreto 9+7reb+2ast, N.Ntim 6+2reb+2ast Toronto Univ.: A.Hill 23+6reb+2ast, D.Churchill 16+1reb, A.Kumar 10+1reb+3ast, B.Garvin 8+4reb+1ast, A.Plummer 4+3reb+1ast, N.Irvine 3+4reb
No shocking result in a game in London, ON where leader Rams (6-0) won against 7th ranked Mustangs (1-5) 79-70 on Saturday. Rams forced 24 Mustangs turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for forward Bjorn Michaelsen (201) who led his team to a victory scoring 21 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Jordon Gauthier (191) helped adding 18 points and 5 rebounds. Five Rams players scored in double figures. Guard Quinn Henderson (193) responded with 16 points and 7 rebounds and forward Greg Morrow (190) scored 17 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Rams have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 6-0 record. Loser Mustangs keep the seventh position with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Ryerson: B.Michaelsen 21+7reb+2ast, J.Gauthier 18+5reb+2ast, A.Best 13+5reb+2ast, Y.Walcott 12+3reb+1ast, J.Jones 10+4reb+10ast, G.Osawe 2 Western: G.Morrow 17+4reb+3ast, Q.Henderson 16+7reb+3ast, G.Johnson 8+1reb+3ast, J.Daneyko 7+2reb+1ast, R.Higgins 7+1reb+1ast, P.Scholtes 2+3reb+2ast
Very expected game in Sydney, NS where 7th ranked Tigers (1-4) were defeated by leader Capers (5-0) 86-68 on Saturday. The game without a history. Capers led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Tigers' 34. Capers forced 24 Tigers turnovers. It was a great evening for forward Meshack Lufile (203) who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points and 9 rebounds. American guard Jimmy Dorsey (188) helped adding 27 points, 6 assists and 4 steals. Cameroonian forward William Yengue (193) responded with 6 points and 10 rebounds and forward Devon Stedman scored 10 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Capers have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Acadia. Loser Tigers dropped to the third place with four games lost. Capers will have a break next round. Tigers' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Halifax, NS to the arena Huskies. Top scorers: Cape Breton: J.Dorsey 27+2reb+6ast, M.Lufile 26+9reb+1ast, A.Geugjes 13+6reb, S.Keith 9+4reb+1ast, K.Mayers 7+3reb+1ast, S.Mccormick 4+4reb Dalhousie: H.Abdullahi 11, D.Stedman 10+4reb+1ast, K.Lawrence 8+4reb, J.Mullings 8+1reb+4ast, K.Robinson 7+1reb, C.Majok 6+5reb
Rather predictable result in St.John's, NL where sixth ranked Varsity Reds (2-3) defeated bottom-ranked Sea Hawks (0-7) 77-69 on Saturday. Sea Hawks were trailing by 16 points at halftime but managed to get 2-point lead after three quarters before a 25-15 charge of Varsity Reds, which allowed them to win the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Sea Hawks were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for Matthew Daley (175) who led his team to a victory scoring 15 points, 7 assists and 4 steals. Forward Ryan Smith (190) helped adding 8 points and 11 rebounds. Swingman Ryan Wood (191) responded with 19 points and 6 assists and Caleb Gould produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Four Sea Hawks players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Varsity Reds moved-up to second place, which they share with Laurier. Loser Sea Hawks still closes the standings with seven games lost. Varsity Reds will have a break next round. Sea Hawks will play again at home against Varsity Reds (#5) in Fredericton, NB and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: New Brunsw.: D.Quirion 15+3reb+2ast, W.Mc Fee 15+3reb+2ast, M.Daley 15+3reb+7ast, R.Smith 8+11reb+3ast, A.O'Brien 8+7reb+3ast, R.Linton 6+3ast Memorial: R.Wood 19+4reb+6ast, T.Stanoev 13+5reb+1ast, K.Macneill 12+1reb, C.Gould 12+10reb+3ast, T.Sargent 5+1reb+4ast, A.Kisusi 4+2ast
The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Stingers (3-1) in Montreal, QC on Saturday night. Hosts were edged by Redmen (3-0) 69-68. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Stingers. It was a key game for the top position in the league as both teams had the same 2-0 record before this meeting. Stingers were trailing by 6 points at halftime but managed to get 7-point lead after three quarters before a 22-14 charge of Redmen, which allowed them to win the game. It was a great evening for forward Vincent Dufort (195) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds. Guard Christian McCue (188) helped adding 13 points. Guard Jerome Blake (180) responded with 20 points and Ivorian forward Kafil Eyitayo (201) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Redmen have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader. Stingers at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: McGill: V.Dufort 25+14reb+2ast, C.McCue 13+2reb+1ast, A.Hynes-Guery 8+4reb+3ast, S.Bibeau 6+4reb+1ast, N.Joyal 5+1ast, D.Clark 5 Concordia: J.Blake 20+4reb+1ast, K.Eyitayo 12+10reb, A.Chmielewski 11+3reb, T.Garner 8+3reb+1ast, M.Tajfel 8+5reb+3ast, E.Laroche 7+3reb+2ast
Not a big story in a game in Antigonish, NS where 5th ranked Huskies (2-4) were defeated by third ranked X-Men (4-2) 77-69 on Saturday. Huskies were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for guard guard Terry Thomas (193) (193) who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points and 6 rebounds. Guard guard Tyrell Vernon (185-88) (185-88) helped adding 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard guard Terry Thomas (193) (193) responded with 25 points and 6 rebounds and guard guard Tyrell Vernon (185-88) (185-88) scored 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. X-Men used an opportunity after Windsor lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Huskies lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with four games lost. X-Men will face league's leader Axemen in Wolfville, NS in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week.
A very close game took place in Edmonton, AB between Golden Bears and Thunderbirds. First ranked Golden Bears (7-1) got a very close home victory over leader Thunderbirds (6-2). Golden Bears managed to escape with a 2-point win 68-66 in the fight for the first place. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Golden Bears have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-1 record which they share with defeated Thunderbirds. Loser Thunderbirds still keep top position with two games lost. Golden Bears will meet Timberwolves (#5) in the next round. Thunderbirds will have a break next round.
Dillon Brooks' 36 points make him top Canadian player abroad of the week - 7 days ago
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We bring you last week's top performances from Canadians who are playing abroad and who all have had prior experience of national team duties at youth or senior level. This week's number one is former international forward Dillon Brooks (198-96). He could not help the Memphis Grizzlies (22-60) in their last game. Despite Brooks' very good performance the Memphis Grizzlies (22-60) lost 123-137 on the road to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
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DILLON BROOKS
We bring you last week's top performances from Canadians who are playing abroad and who all have had prior experience of national team duties at youth or senior level.
#1. This week's number one is former international forward Dillon Brooks (198-96, college: Oregon, currently plays in NBA). He could not help the Memphis Grizzlies (22-60) in their last game. Despite Brooks' very good performance the Memphis Grizzlies (22-60) lost 123-137 on the road to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
He was the top scorer with 36 points. Brooks also added 7 rebounds in 33 minutes on the court; quite an impressive performance considering it's only his third season in pro basketball. The Regular Season already ended in the NBA.
It's Brooks' first year with the team.
Brooks has relatively good stats this season: 11.0ppg, 3.2rpg, 1.7apg, 2FGP: 48.4%, 3FGP: 35.9% and FT: 74.4% in 81 games he played so far.
He played for the Canadian senior national team three years ago.
#2. Second place goes to former international power forward Kelly Olynyk (213-91, college: Gonzaga, currently plays in NBA). Olynyk was not able to help the Miami Heat (44-38) in their last game on Saturday. Despite his very good performance the Miami Heat (44-38) was crushed 130-103 at home by the Philadelphia 76ers.
Olynyk was the top scorer with 26 points. He also added 7 rebounds.
Olynyk has individually a very good season with high stats. He averages: 11.7ppg, 5.7rpg, 2.7apg, 2FGP: 58.6%(217-370), 3FGP: 38.7% and FT: 76.8%.
Olynyk played for the Canadian national team in 2015.
#3. The Canadian player who performed third best last week abroad was an international forward Thomas Scrubb (198-91, currently plays in Italy). He was the major contributor in a Scandone AV's victory against the league outsider VL Pesaro (6-20) crushing them 103-81 in the Italian Serie A on Sunday night.
Scrubb scored 14 points in 21 minutes.
Scandone Avellino (17-9) is placed fourth in the Serie A.
There are only four games left until the end of the Regular Season. So now every game will be critical.
It's Scrubb's first season with the team.
This year his overall stats are: 9.7ppg, 4.8rpg, 1.1apg, 2FGP: 56.9%(58-102), 3FGP: 57.6%(38-66) and FT: 77.8% in 26 games.
Scrubb has a dual citizenship: British and Canadian.
He is also a member of the Canadian senior national team.
#4. Guard Philip Scrubb (191-92, college: Carleton, currently plays in Germany) was not able to secure a victory for Deutsche Bank Skyliners (16-14) in their last game on Sunday. Despite Scrubb's very good performance Deutsche Bank Skyliners was defeated 87-83 in Muenchen by the leading Bayern.
He was the second best scorer with 23 points. Scrubb also added 4 rebounds and dished 5 assists.
This season Scrubb has very high stats. He averages: 19.5ppg, 3.9rpg, 3.9apg and 1.5spg.
Scrubb is another player who holds two passports: Canadian and British.
He is also Canadian national team player.
#5. Former international swingman Jamal Murray (198-97, college: Kentucky, currently plays in NBA) couldn't help the Denver Nuggets (46-36) in their last game. Despite Murray's very good performance the Denver Nuggets (46-36) lost 106-112 in Minnesota to the Timberwolves.
He scored 20 points, had 6 rebounds and dished 6 assists in 43 minutes; not bad, considering it's only Murray's second season in pro basketball.They ended the series of six consecutive victories.
The Regular Season already ended in the NBA.
Murray has very impressive stats this year: 16.7ppg, 3.7rpg and 3.4apg in 81 games.
He used to play for the Canadian national team
three years ago.
#6. An experienced forward Aaron Doornekamp (201-85, agency: Interperformances, currently plays in Spain) led Valencia Basket to an easy victory against the 15th-ranked Zaragoza (8-20) crushing them 97-74 in the Spanish Liga Endesa on Saturday night.
Doornekamp recorded 14 points.
Valencia Basket (23-3) is placed first in the Liga Endesa.
It was his team's 19th consecutive victory in a row.
Doornekamp's total stats this season are: 7.1ppg, 3.0rpg and 1.7apg.
He is a former international player as he played for the Canadian senior team three years ago.
#7. Former U19 international power forward Stefan Jankovic (211-93, college: Hawaii, currently plays in ABA League) couldn't help Crvena Zvezda (19-3) in their last game. Despite Jankovic's good performance the league leader Crvena Zvezda lost 76-80 on their home court in Beograd to the second-ranked Buducnost.
He recorded 12 points in a mere 18 minutes.
This year Jankovic's total stats are: 5.3ppg and 2.9rpg in 27 games.
He used to play for the Canadian U19 national team
seven years ago.
#8. Point guard Kenny Chery (180-92, college: Baylor, currently plays in Spain) led Gipuzkoa to a victory against the closely-ranked CB Canarias (14-14) 92-88 in the Spanish Liga Endesa last Thursday.
Chery scored 17 points, had 6 boards, passed 5 assists and added 5 steals.
Delteco Gipuzkoa BC San Sebastian (12-16) is placed 12th in the Liga Endesa.
This season Chery has relatively solid stats: 13.8ppg, 3.2rpg and 2.4apg.
He used to play for the Canadian U18 national team
back in 2010.
#9. Former international point guard Kevin Pangos (188-93, college: Gonzaga, currently plays in Lithuania) managed to help B.C. Zalgiris Kaunas in a victory against the closely-ranked Neptunas (22-9) crushing them 94-47 in the Lithuanian LKL last Tuesday.
Pangos scored 5 points, had 5 rebounds and dished 7 assists in 17 minutes.
It was the game of the round between two top 4 ranked teams. B.C. Zalgiris Kaunas (27-4) is placed first in the LKL.
It was his team's third consecutive victory in a row.
Pangos has averaged so far 8.4ppg, 2.5rpg and 4.2apg in 31 games.
He used to play for the Canadian national team
nine years ago.
#10. Shooting guard Nik Stauskas (198-93, college: Michigan, currently plays in NBA) couldn't help the Brooklyn Nets (28-54) in their last game on Wednesday. Despite Stauskas' very good performance the Brooklyn Nets (28-54) were defeated 110-97 in Boston by the Celtics.
He was the top scorer with 18 points. Stauskas also added 4 rebounds and dished 3 assists.
The Regular Season already ended in the NBA.
Stauskas has averaged so far 5.1ppg, 1.8rpg and 1.1apg.
He is a former international player as three years ago he still played for the Canadian senior national team.
#11. Former international guard Andrew Wiggins (203-95, college: Kansas, currently plays in NBA) faced previously mentioned Jamal Murray in the NBA last game.
Wiggins contributed to a Minnesota Timberwolves' victory against the Denver Nuggets 112-106.
He scored 18 points, had 5 rebounds and dished 3 assists in 42 minutes.
Wiggins has very impressive stats this year: 17.7ppg, 4.4rpg, 1.9apg and 1.1spg in 83 games.
He used to play for the Canadian national team
three years ago.
#12. Former international guard Devoe Joseph (193-90, also represented by Interperformances, college: Oregon, currently plays in Finland) led BC Nokia to a victory over the seventh-ranked Joensuun Kataja 92-80 in the Finnish Korisliiga last Thursday.
Joseph was MVP of the game. He scored 28 points (!!!) and grabbed 7 rebounds.
This season Joseph has very high stats. He averages: 17.7ppg, 3.9rpg and 3.4apg.
Joseph used to play for the Canadian national team
back in 2013.
#13. International forward Melvin Ejim (201-91, college: Iowa St., currently plays in VTB United League) helped his Russian team Unics Kazan win their game against the 11th-ranked Astana 90-75 in the VTB United League on Sunday night.
He scored 10 points, had 4 rebounds and dished 4 assists in 26 minutes.
Ejim has averaged so far 7.9ppg, 5.2rpg and 1.6apg in 20 games.
He is also Canadian national team player.
#14. Former international center Khem Birch (208-92, college: UNLV, currently plays in NBA) helped Orlando Magic win their game against the Washington Wizards 101-92 in the NBA in Wednesday night's game.
Birch scored 13 points, had 9 rebounds and made 2 blocks.
Birch has averaged so far 4.3ppg and 4.4rpg.
He used to play for the Canadian national team
back in 2016.
#15. International power forward Owen Klassen (208-91, college: Acadia, currently plays in Germany) helped s Oliver Baskets win their game against the closely-ranked EWE Baskets 93-80 in the German BBL last Saturday.
Klassen scored 16 points and grabbed 4 rebounds in a mere 18 minutes.
Klassen has averaged so far 7.6ppg and 5.0rpg in 16 games.
He is also in the roster of the Canadian national team.
The list of other players, who all have Canadian passport but never been selected to any of Canadian national teams:
#1.Yannick Anzuluni (205-F-87, college: Houghton, currently plays in Sweden) led BC Lulea to a victory over the closely-ranked Sodertalje Kings (15-13) crushing them 83-62 in the Swedish Basketligan on Tuesday night.
Anzuluni was MVP of the game. He recorded 22 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals in 30 minutes.
It was the game of the round between two top 4 ranked teams. BC Lulea (22-6) is placed first in the Basketligan.
It was his team's sixth consecutive victory in a row.
Anzuluni has reliable stats this year: 14.7ppg, 8.3rpg, 3.0apg and 1.4spg in 31 games he played so far.
#2.Dejan Kravic (211-F/C-90, college: Texas Tech, currently plays in Greece) could not help one of league's weakest teams Panionios (15-5) in their last game on Saturday. Despite his very good performance Panionios was defeated 79-73 at home by the second-ranked Olympiacos.
Kravic recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points and getting 13 rebounds.
There are only three games left until the end of the Regular Season. So now every game will be critical.
Kravic has reliable stats this season: 12.1ppg, 4.6rpg and 1.3bpg.
He has a dual citizenship: Serbian and Canadian.
#3. Experienced Billy McNutt (203-C/F-85, currently plays in Luxembourg) was the main contributor in Etzella's victory against the second-ranked Musel Pikes (18-8) crushing them 114-94 in the Luxembourg Total League last Thursday.
McNutt was the best player in that game. He recorded a double-double by scoring 39 points and getting 21 rebounds. McNutt also added 3 assists and 3 blocks.
It was the game of the round between two top 3 ranked teams in group Places 1-6. BBC Etzella Ettelbruck (18-5) is placed second.
It was his team's 13th consecutive victory in a row.
McNutt is one of the most experienced players in a team as it's his fourth year in Etzella's roster.
He has individually a very good season with high stats. McNutt averages: 22.7ppg, 11.7rpg, 2.8apg and 2.0bpg.
#4.Michael Fraser (203-C-84, college: Oklah.Baptist, currently plays in Poland) contributed to a 2-point Rosa's victory against the 12th-ranked Start (15-15) 72-70 in the Polish PLK in Sunday night's game.
He recorded 9 points, 8 rebounds and 2 blocks.
Rosa Radom (18-14) is placed seventh in the PLK.
It was his team's first victory after three consecutive loses.
There are only two games left until the end of the Regular Season. So now every game is very crucial.
Fraser has averaged so far 6.5ppg and 7.2rpg.
#5.Ali Mahmoud (184-PG-83, currently plays in Lebanon) managed to help Sporting Al Riyadi Beirut in a victory against the second-ranked CS Antonine (10-16) crushing them 102-79 in the Lebanese LBL on Friday night.
He scored only 4 points and added 5 assists in 14 minutes.
It was the game of the round between two top 3 ranked teams in Group A. Sporting Al Riyadi Beirut (21-5) is placed second.
Mahmoud has averaged so far 1.7ppg, 1.3rpg and 1.3apg in 25 games.
He is another player who holds two passports: Canadian and Lebanese.
#6.Kendall Williams (191-G-91, college: N.Mexico, currently plays in Mexico) was not able to help Pioneros Los Mochis (2-4) in their last game. Despite Williams' very good performance Pioneros Los Mochis was badly defeated 102-82 on the road by the higher-ranked (#3) Ostioneros de Guaymas.
He was the top scorer with 19 points. Williams also added 5 rebounds and dished 8 assists in 32 minutes.
Williams has reliable stats this year: 15.0ppg, 7.4rpg and 8.6apg in five games.
#7.Jamal Williams (196-F-86, college: Regina, currently plays in United Kingdom) was not able to secure a victory for Newcastle Eagles (20-9) in their last game. Despite his good performance Newcastle Eagles was crushed 87-65 in Worcester by the lower-ranked (#6) Wolves.
Williams was the second best scorer with 13 points. He also added 7 rebounds in 29 minutes.
Williams has averaged so far 7.5ppg, 4.5rpg and 1.9apg in 22 games.
He has both Canadian and British nationalities.
#8.Jermel Kennedy (201-F-89, college: Lander, currently plays in Portugal) couldn't help Ovarense in their game against Lusitania in the Portuguese LPB, despite his very good performance last Sunday.
Kennedy was the second best scorer with 19 points. He also added 7 boards, passed 8 assists and added 3 steals in 32 minutes.
But his team lost 71-79.
Kennedy has reliable stats this year: 15.0ppg, 6.4rpg, 3.5apg and 1.8spg in 21 games.
He also holds two passports: Canadian and British.
#9.Mohamed Hachad (194-SG-83, college: Northwestern, currently plays in France) couldn't help Le Portel in their game against Gravelines-Dunkerque in the French ProA.
Hachad scored 5 points and grabbed 4 rebounds.
His team was defeated 80-69.
Hachad has averaged so far 6.7ppg, 4.0rpg and 1.9apg.
He holds both Moroccan and Canadian passports.
#10.Joey Puddister (183-PG, currently plays in Holland) couldn't help Rotterdam in their game against Den Bosch in the Dutch Eredivisie, despite his very good performance last Saturday.
He was the second best scorer with 14 points in a mere 17 minutes.
But his team was crushed by 28 points 114-86.
Puddister has averaged so far 3.4ppg and 1.3apg in 16 games.
Worth to mention Puddister played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball.
Saskatoon win Goyang 3x3 Challenger 2018 - 8 days ago
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Saskatoon (CAN) won the Goyang 3x3 Challenger - the first event of the professional season - after beating last year's FIBA 3x3 World Tour winners Zemun (SRB) 17-11 in the final in Goyang, South Korea on April 14-15, 2018. With the scored tied at 9-9 with 3 minutes to go, Saskatoon switched to 6th gear and finished on a 8-2 run. Saskatoon captain Michael Linklater was named MVP of the tournament. He got plenty of help from sharpshooter Steve Sir and the latest addition to the team, Jordan... [read more]
Saskatoon (CAN) won the Goyang 3x3 Challenger - the first event of the professional season - after beating last year's FIBA 3x3 World Tour winners Zemun (SRB) 17-11 in the final in Goyang, South Korea on April 14-15, 2018. With the scored tied at 9-9 with 3 minutes to go, Saskatoon switched to 6th gear and finished on a 8-2 run. Saskatoon captain Michael Linklater was named MVP of the tournament. He got plenty of help from sharpshooter Steve Sir and the latest addition to the team, Jordan Baker, who topped all scorers in Korea (34 points in 5 games). Though Saskatoon reached the World Tour Final 4 times in 6 editions, won 2 Masters (Chicago 2014 and Lausanne 2016) and have consistently ranked among the best teams in the ranking, it is their first-ever Challenger title. With this win, not only did Saskatoon get 10,000 USD, they also earned their ticket to the (home-based) FIBA 3x3 World Tour Saskatoon Masters, where they finished second last season and which will be staged on July 21-22. Zemun (SRB) took home 6,000 USD and a trip to Canada as well. This means the number 2 team in the world is already guaranteed to play in 4 Masters this year. Thanks to their ranking, they were already given a wildcard to the Utsunomiya, Lausanne and Kuala Lumpur Masters. The Serbian team was missing last year's World Tour Final's MVP Bogdan Dragovic (195-G/F-90), who tore his MCL in practice and could be out for 3 months. Both semi-finalists Princeton (USA) and Riga (LAT) will join Saskatoon and Zemun since they had already earned their ticket to Canada (by winning the NBA Dew 3X Tour and thanks to a ranking wildcard respectively). Princeton featured 2 new players in Korea: the athletic Kareem Maddox (202-F/C-89, college: Princeton) (who finished 4th in scoring) and former NBA player Robbie Hummel (205-F-89, college: Purdue). A total of 16 teams from 7 different countries competed in a crowded shopping mall, including 6 of the top 20 teams in the world: Zemun (#2), Riga (#6), Belgrade (#8), Amsterdam (#10), Ulaanbaatar (#12) and Saskatoon (#16). Final Standings 1. Saskatoon (CAN) 2. Zemun (SRB) 3. Princeton (USA) 4. Riga (LAT) 5. Amsterdam (NED). Courtesy of: fiba.basketball
Boomers romp to Commonwealth Games gold over Canada - 9 days ago
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Lightning failed to strike twice for Canada as Australia cruised to Commonwealth Games gold, the Boomers making good on pre-tournament favouritism with an 87-47 romp in the final. Canada stunned New Zealand with a last-second semi-final win on Saturday, but they were unable to back it up 24 hours later against the Boomers. Australia, who were only really challenged once all tournament - by New Zealand in their pool game - broke open the game with a 14-0 run to start the second quarter. Wi... [read more]
Lightning failed to strike twice for Canada as Australia cruised to Commonwealth Games gold, the Boomers making good on pre-tournament favouritism with an 87-47 romp in the final. Canada stunned New Zealand with a last-second semi-final win on Saturday, but they were unable to back it up 24 hours later against the Boomers. Australia, who were only really challenged once all tournament - by New Zealand in their pool game - broke open the game with a 14-0 run to start the second quarter. With it they established a 24-point lead, Canada's spirits all but broken as the host nation cruised the rest of the way. "The scoreboard suggested it was easy, but we saw what they did to New Zealand yesterday, they played a great game and won on the buzzer," said Boomers guard Chris Goulding (192-G-88), who top-scored with 11 points. "We wanted to come out and show them the utmost respect and give them our A-game, which pushed the scoreboard out a bit. "There was every danger if we disrespected them, we could have got our arses handed to us." It completes a big few weeks for Goulding, who joined the Boomers camp just days after leading Melbourne to the NBL championship, where he was named finals MVP. Having played with a mantra of unselfishness throughout the competition, the Boomers lacked direction early. Their first possession resulted in a shot clock violation, while assists and turnovers were waging a running battle. A pair of Goulding threes powered the host nation to a 20-10 quarter-time lead. By the time Canada had scored their first points of the second stanza, there were just over four minutes remaining, by which time the game was as good as gone. Courtesy of: smh.com.au
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