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ROUND 2

Yarra Park Bears vs. Gisborne Gladiators 130 - 99 (36141616)

Well this encounter has seen the Bears move to the top of the table and also drop the gladiators right to the bottom early in the new season.
With the Bears opting to go with the run and gun offence, they managed to pile on a massive 42pts - 25 first term which basically decided the game. The guards were having a great time running the court and dropping pts all game, also running a muck in defence with steals galore.

3 votes: Matej Kropácek

Scored at will in his 30mins on court 32pts and chipped in with a lazy 7 steals. Downed 6-14 from beyond the arc.

2 votes: Emílio Diniz Jr

Put in 28pts in only 23mins also had 3 blocks and 4 steals not a bad cameo from the Brazilian.

1 vote: António Terroso

Scored 28 pts for the gladiators and reeled in 16 boards. hit 13-21 in a fairly one sided affair but could have been alot worse with this man. Also I believe he is for sale so feel free to check big Antonio out.

Last edited by whompa at 07/29/2011 23:44:20

Rampaging Marmots vs. Eggplantpopolopolous 108 - 89 (36141615)

Another game with yet again another comfortable margin.The rampaging ones opened up a break in the 2nd to lead by 14pts at the break and comfortably cruised home from there. The team hitting 43-80 and shooting very well from the line they were able take the cake.
The lack of outside defence was the big difference allowing the Marmots good looks at the basket.

3 votes Barry Ó Daire The Irishman scored a game high 35pts and dished off 8 assists to ensure a best on court effort.

2 votes Sam Clune Dropped in 24pts with 7 assists and 7 boards a good all round game to secure the 2 votes.

1 vote Thomas Rice All the votes for the Marmots, couldn't sneak any Eggplants in. The big 120k C scored well and pulled in 15 boards. There may of been a few guys looking at the one vote but with the marmots dominating the game i had to go with the big Rice man.

Last edited by whompa at 08/01/2011 04:01:54

All-Sorts vs. Home Axis 131 - 121 (36141617)

I would have to say that this game was Match of the round, a high scoring fast tempo game. Only a couple of points each way every break and level at the last. The All Sorts took the last by 10 to finish the stronger team and take the W.
There was plenty of good performances on the court and it was a tough game to give the votes.

3 votes Antonio Pizzolato All Sorts

The Pizzo man had the lot, game high 33pts 10 ass, no turn overs and shot well from the line in a high fouling game.

2 votes Melchor Manzanera Axis

Good game inside cleaned the glass better then windex. 21 boards 32 pts and 13-17 from the line.

1 vote Duilio Pasquino All Sorts

Another big man, no foul trouble and 25pts zero turn overs and19 boards.

Possum Chasers vs. Whompas Donkeys 109 - 85 (36141614)

The game was done with the tactics chosen. The Ring tailed ones picked the right D and as always dumped it inside. Not too much between the teams at half time, but with the Donkeys guards shooting at a ring obviously non regulation size they were no match for their opponents in the second half.

3 votes Carl Halliday Chasers

the man with the toupee score points, claimed rebounds and defended well. Not even a foul to his name.

2 votes Luca Cieckan Chasers

" I don't foul I score" well that was before he defended Iggy, but Luca got it done. Takes the 2 in front of TT as he shot very well scored 24pts and claimed 12 boards. Although he took an early rest he got the job done when it counted.

Trinh Trinh Chasers

Another Possum another vote, no Donkey in the votes as they were rubbish. TT scored 24pts had 5 assist but only the 10 boards for him. Was close to 2 votes but missed out. I am sure he will poll many more this season.

Mangoloids vs. Beasts Red 95 - 80 (36141618)

Well im running late with the write ups so mango you miss out sorry mate. Good win in an all Kevin affair.

3 votes Jasper Bains Mango

20pts and 7 assists in 36 mins is a good game and gets the 3

2 votes Luke McCaskie Mango

The u/21 player also had 20pts and 5 assists in a comfortable win.

1 vote Andrea Runcio Beasts

Game high 39 didnt shoot too well but also 10 boards without him the score would have been alot worse.

[bMad Rangas vs. TEAM LORDY 87 - 118 (36141613) ]

Team Lordy controlled this one from start to finish. The team shot above 50% and cruised to a big win and remain undefeated.

3 votes Ross Underwood Lordy

The 32yo hit 33pts with 5/6 from beyond the arc, also chipped in with 5 assists/

2 votes Wilhelm Reichensperger Lordy

22pts 6 boards and 7 assists take him to 2votes.

1 vote Orest Wsól Lordy

10pts 14boards and 5 assists gives him the last vote. Could have gone to a few players but i think he did enough

South MVP Leaderboard(after round 2)

Underwood has played to stellar games to jump to the front, but no doubt there will be a few players waiting in the wings for their chance to strike

6 - Ross Underwood (TL)

5 - Melchor Manzanera (HAX)

4 - Luca Cieckan (PC)
4 - Sam Clune (RM)
4 - Trinh Trinh (PC)

3 - Antonio Pizzolato (ALL)
3 - Barry Ó Daire (RM)
3 - Carl Halliday (PC)
3 - Francesc Gómez (YPB)
3 - Jasper Bains (MAN)
3 - Matej Kropácek (YPB)
3 - Nicola Pisanu (EGG)
3 - Tuomas Uusimäki (ALL)
3 - Wilhelm Reichensperger (TL)

2 - Albanos Timpani (EGG)
2 - Duilio Pasquino (ALL)
2 - Emílio Diniz Jr (YPB)
2 - Ignacio Santana (WHO)
2 - Kazimierz Reda (YPB)
2 - Luke McCaskie (MAN)
2 - Mamerto Méndez (ALL)

1 - Andrea Runcio (BST)
1 - António Terroso (GIS)
1 - Gabriel Wall (MAD)
1 - Gniewosz Sznajder (GIS)
1 - Jacek Sudzinski (BST)
1 - Orest Wsól (TL)
1 - Paco Garrido (HAX)
1 - Thomas Rice (RM)

Week 3

Mangoloids vs. Gisborne Gladiators 70 - 56 (36141623)

Last time these two sides met it was a last quarter win for the Mangoloids, taking it 83-74. Mangos went in with almost a similar lineup to last seasons matchup. Gladiators however were absent last seasons center Xavier Suelves who has moved on to greener pastures he hopes. This time the Mangos were favourites again, however a close first quarter saw the affair tied at the break. A big 2nd quarter though saw them gain a 10 point lead which they ultimately won the match with. which is no suprise after the Gladiators spearhead so far this season Antonio Terroso was injured in only 5 minutes. Less impressive rankings for the two sides than last time they squared off may suggest the wrong tactics were used.

A brilliant last quarter start for the Gladiators saw them slash their way back to 53-52 with 7 minutes to go. The momentum looked to have the gladiators heading for a memorable victory, but the Mango's regain composure as a good side does and walked away with a 14 point win. Definitely a closer game that the score suggests. could the Gladiators first win be just around the corner???

3 votes - Mangoloids - Sofronio Mabutol - 22 points 25 rebounds 6 blocks

Great night for Mabutol with a 20-20 along with 6 blocks. He kept his opponent to 2-16, albeit a player out of his depth against Mabutol. He shot 7-12 from the field along with 7-9 from the line. don't think he will have many easier nights this season.

2 votes - Gisborne Gladiators - Gniewosz Sznajder - 17 points 6 rebounds 4 assists

'Snotman' was the best of the Gladiators with his team high 17 points. He only shot 6-18 however none of the Gladiators shot very well at all.

1 vote - Mangoloids - Jasper Bains - 14 points 4 assists 3 steals

Jasper didn't have a great night with those stats, however besides Mabutol who dominated the game the rest of the players had only respectable night. So Bains grabs the 1.

TEAM LORDY vs. Possum Chasers 75 - 92 (36141619)

sorry guys but this write-up will be limited. you will get a better one for the next game.

The Possum's were never really in doubt in this game after winning the 1st quarter by 8 points, 9-17. The Possum's inside game was way too strong for TEAM LORDY with their strength coming on the outside with MVP leader Ross Underwood leading their charge in the South. TEAM LORDY steadied in the 2nd and 3rd quarters only dropping a further 2 points behind across the 24 minutes in the middles of the game. Another surge in the last for the Possums put another W in the bag to go 3-0 with the 17 point win.

3 votes - Possum Chasers - Luca Cieckan - 18 points 17 rebounds

The Possums were outstanding while the big Italian was on the court being +23 on their opponents. Luca had a dual team-high scoring with 18, but sets himself apart for the three for his efficiency with 8-13 shooting. 17 rebounds caps of a double double night.

2 votes - TEAM LORDY - Ross Underwood - 39 points 5 assists

Granted, Ross was in a losing side by a reasonable amount. But when you score over half your teams points you are pretty god damn valuable.

1 vote - Possum Chasers - Trinh Trinh - 18 points 14 rebounds

TT wasn't outstanding by his standards but a 18-14 double double does enough to secure a vote.

All-Sorts vs. Eggplantpopolopolous 101 - 113 (36141622)

The Calamari 'hb' manager of All-sorts has been up to a fair bit of talk recently about how superior the calamari are to other teams. However maybe he should have concentrated to his teams on court performance. The Eggplants had a nice first quarter getting away to a 7 point lead, only to have the All-Sorts shows some resembelance to their off-court antics and fight back to steal a 1 point lead at the half. In a tense 3rd quarter the Eggplant's prised open a 3 point lead going into the last where they silenced the 'hb' and his All-Sorts to restore some Sharks pride.

3 votes - Eggplantpopolopolous - Gorka Baztarrika - 22 points 7 rebounds 6 assists

Gorka had a stellar night hitting 22 points in only 35 minutes off an efficient 9-14 shooting. When you add his 7 boards and 6 dimes you get a complete performance that led his side to a nice win.

2 votes - All-Sorts - Mamerto Méndez - 34 points 5 rebounds 4 assists 4 steals

Mendez like Baztarrika had a well rounded night, while also adding a game high 34 points from 15-25 shooting and 4-5 from the line. The only blemish on his night was an inability to rattle it in from long range, chucking up all-sorts of shots.

1 vote - Eggplantpopolopolous - Igotz Arranz - 25 points 21 rebounds

Igotz 'Game' Arranz showed his stuff grabbing more boards than anyone on the night with 21. He also dialed in for 25 points off 48% shooting