2014 Game reports
WEEK 1: TESTING OUT THE WATERS
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GAME 1: Blue (101) vs. Gold (85/80)
This game was a game of runs with both teams waiting to see who could make the biggest run at the right time. Blue scored consistently and when Gold flinched , Blue rained down a flurry of threes on them and put the game firmly out of reach. Both teams looked formidable in their debuts , setting the bar high with their scoring prowess , a great start to the 2014 season. MEN OF THE MATCH:
D.Lowe, Blue K.Mader, Gold |
GAME 2: Brown (61) vs. Orange (93)
Both teams came out strong but it was Orange that found the bottom of the net with regularity. Brown played with ferocity but their offence lacked bite as Orange ran away with the second game of the season and they look like they are going to be a force to be reckoned with as the season continues. Brown will look to next week to right the ship and find a way to put more points on the board. MEN OF THE MATCH:
M.Trethewey, Brown C.Carver, Orange |
GAME 3: Pink (57/53) vs. Red (46)
This game was a slugfest from the beginning as both teams looked to make their mark on the season. Pink jumped ahead early behind Caleb Leary and Mustapha Maynard and then clung on for victory as Red stormed back behind some timely scoring and hard pressed defence. Both teams are poised to be solid defensive teams and will cause problems for opponents throughout the upcoming season. MEN OF THE MATCH:
M.Maynard, Pink A.Slauenwhite, Red |
WEEK 2: WORKING OUT THE KINKS
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GAME 1: Brown (60) vs. Gold (77/70)
Both teams were looking to bounce back after first week losses but unfortunately only one team could claim victory. Both teams found their rhythm early and the game was close going into the half . The second half saw Brown struggle to put the ball in the net while Gold, backed by Andrew Johnson, started to find their pace. Gold pulled away from Brown in the end and escaped with the 77 to 60 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
M.Carver, Brown A.Johnson, Gold |
GAME 2: Blue (102) vs. Red (82/75)
Blue is proving to be an early force on the season as they have had no problems finding the basket and putting the ball in it. This game saw the Zinck brothers do battle with Kyle (33pts) out doing older brother MIke (15pts). Despite Red's pestering defence, Blue was able to do as they wished on the offensive end. In the end Blue hit the hundreds for the second straight week and won 102 to 82. MEN OF THE MATCH:
K.Zinck, Blue D.Looke, Red |
GAME 3: Orange (98) vs. Pink (65)
Orange was carrying the full weight of their lineup while Pink was playing shorthanded. Orange built a comfortable lead behind a strong showing from Channing Carver (36pts) and managed to ward off the pink assault from Caleb Leary (22pts) and Devan Dexter (15pts). Orange used a balanced attack to wear down the Pink team and captured their second victory of the season 98 to 65. MEN OF THE MATCH:
L.Young, Orange C.Leary, Pink |
WEEK 3: SETTLING INTO THE SCHEDULE
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GAME 1: Blue (68) vs. Pink (78/73)
Blue was riding a tidal wave of offensive success while Pink was looking to bounce back after a tough second week loss. Pink didn't let Blue get going and jumped out to an early lead that they would never relinquish. Caleb Leary (34pts) dominated the game on both ends of the court while Wendell Weir (19pts) provided some push back for the Blue team. In the end Pink scored the 78 to 68 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
W.Weir, Blue C.Leary, Pink |
GAME 2: Gold (72/63) vs. Orange (90)
Orange continued its winning ways as they took on the depleted Gold team. Both teams played consistent games with Orange managing to separate themselves a little each shift. Andrew Johnson (20pts) and Shane Slauenwhite (11pts) played strong for Gold while Channing Carver (28pts) and Michael O'Hearon (17pts) led four Orange players in double figure scoring en route to the 90 to 72 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
J.van Dyk, Gold K.Lowe, Orange |
GAME 3: Brown (80/79) vs. Red (77)
Brown and Red was a battle of heavyweights , with the fouls coming frequently as both teams looked to impose their will on the game. Tyler Smith (27pts) helped Brown hold onto their slim lead and was countered by Mike Zinck (32pts) as both men bombed from distance. In the end the free throw shooting was the difference as Brown hit theirs and Red didn't, allowing Brown to win 80 to 77. MEN OF THE MATCH:
S.Emino-Savory, Brown M.Zinck, Red |
WEEK 4: BATTLE LINES IN THE SAND
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GAME 1: Gold (66) vs. Red (73/69)
Both teams wanted to put their stamp on the game and from the beginning they both moved the ball fluidly around the court. Red managed some separation early in the second half with Zach Dowe (19pts) and Mike Zinck (10pts) leading the way but Gold tried to storm back behind Kent Mader (14pts) and Andrew Johnson (13pts). Red clung to their lead and in the end escaped with the 73 to 66 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
K.Mader, Gold Z.Dowe, Red |
GAME 2: Brown (65) vs. Pink (60/57)
The first game was a thriller and the second game matched it for intensity as Brown and Pink battled with ferocity for the game. With Mackenzie Carver (20pts) and Tyler Smith (22pts) battling Caleb Leary (28pts) and Mustapha Maynard (17pts) this was anyone's game until the dying minutes when Brown exerted its defensive willpower over Pink, shut down the lanes and earned the 65 to 60 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
T.Smith, Brown M.Maynard, Pink |
GAME 3: Blue (83/82) vs. Orange (87)
The top two offensive teams locked horns in this game and the game was full of fireworks from the big players. Kyle Zinck (22pts) and Wendell Weir (15pts) paced the Blue assault while Caleb Barry (15pts) and Daniel Uhlman (15pts) answered for orange. In the end big three's from Drew Frank (9pts) made the difference as Orange won the battle of the offenses 87 to 83. MEN OF THE MATCH:
K.Zinck, Blue D.Frank, Orange |
WEEK 5: AN ENDING AND A BEGINNING
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GAME 1: Orange (98) vs. Red (68/67)
Red was hungry for more wins after their big win against Gold , while Orange was looking to extend their four game win streak. Red started off strong, pounding Orange and hitting big shots but Orange stayed close until finally the Orange pressure crushed the Red attack. With Channing Carver (28pts) and Michael O'Hearon (17pts) leading the Orange team they managed to outscore the Red team led by Mike Zinck (21pts) and Zach Dowe (14pts) and capture the 98 to 68 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
C.Carver, Orange M.Zinck, Red |
GAME 2: Blue (95) vs. Brown (79/78)
Blue was coming off two straight defeats while Brown was coming off some strong victories. Blue found their groove as their offensive clicked again and they were able to manhandle the Brown defence, which on this particular night had no answer for the Blue attack led by Kyle Zinck (32pts) and Ryleigh Theriau (18pts). Mackenzie Carver (29pts) and Matt Trethewey (21pts) had good games in the loss but it was Blue that walked away with the all important 95 to 79 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
R.Theriau, Blue M.Carver, Brown |
GAME 3: Gold (63/55) vs. Pink (70/67)
This game was a statement game between two teams. Both teams played hard in this game as Pink was looking to keep pace with Blue and Gold was looking to stay in the playoff race. Pink had there big guns firing with Caleb Leary (23pts) and Mustapha Maynard (16pts) leading the attack while Gold countered with Andrew Johnson (19pts) and Shane Slauenwhite (18pts). Despite their efforts Gold was unable to overcome the Pink pressure and in the end Pink captured the 70 to 63 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
S.Slauenwhite, Gold D.Dexter, Pink |
WEEK 6: THE STORM BEFORE THE CALM
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GAME 1: Orange (81/80) vs. Brown (68)
Missing the top scorer in the league Brown was primed for an easy defeat but they missed the memo and played a strong game. Orange appeared lost for the first half of the game but halftime is a great equalizer and Orange found their footing in the second half behind Daniel Uhlman (21pts) and Caleb Barry (12pts). Despite strong performances from Brandon Milbury (18pts) and Tyler Smith (14pts) Brown was unable to break the Orange team who captured the game 81 to 68. MEN OF THE MATCH:
B.Milbury, Brown D.Uhlman, Orange |
GAME 2: Pink (73) vs. Red (71)
Two teams looking to build on their momentum - Pink trying to keep pace with Orange and Red looking to get into the playoff picture. Neither team gave any quarter and it was clear that this game was going to come down to the final shot. Caleb Leary (27pts) and Mustapha Maynard (20pts) led the Pink offence while Red countered with Alex Slauenwhite (20pts) and Mike Zinck (15pts) but in the end it was Pink who blocked the last shot and escaped with the 73 to 71 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
C.Leary, Pink A.Slauenwhite, Red |
GAME 3: Blue (82) vs. Gold (86/79)
This game started with the same intensity as the second game. Both teams came out shooting the ball well and playing hard with every possession. Blue looked to run while Gold played a methodical mid-range game. This game was a battle between Kyle Zinck (40pts) and Andrew Johnson (22pts) with Zinck getting the individual glory while Johnson stole the game. In the end Gold won but with the sub-adjustment Blue stole a point meaning both teams garnered a victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
K.Zinck, Blue A.Johnson, Gold |
WEEK 7: BACK IN THE SADDLE
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GAME 1: Orange (70) vs. Pink (90/87)
Orange was undefeated coming into this game and thought this game was to be no different but Pink had other plans. Pink simply outplayed Orange at every facet of the game on this night behind Caleb Leary (45pts) who hit seven from long distance. Pink played solid from beginning to end, the most complete game of the season. In the end they finished with a comfortable 90 to 70 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
B.Duman, Orange C.Leary, Pink |
GAME 2: Blue (69) vs. Red (76/73)
Red came out after the break with a vengeance as they shut down the middle for Blue with their three towers of power. With Kyle Zinck (26pts) and Wendell Weir (19pts) leading the way Blue fought valiantly but weren't able to keep up with Daniel Looke (17pts) and Alex Slauenwhite (15pts) as the Red team played solid in defence , controlled the glass and managed to steal the 76 to 69 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
S.Zwicker, Blue D.Looke, Red |
GAME 3: Brown (68) vs. Gold (63/60)
Even with last year's MVP returning to the court, Gold couldn't turn their fortunes as Brown played their game, stifling the Gold offence and bruising their way the the five point victory. Matt Trethewey (16pts) and Mackenzie Carver (14pts) led the Brown offence over Bailey Weagle (20pts) and Damon Wamboldt (12pts) as Brown took home another victory and kept themselves positioned nicely for a playoff run. MEN OF THE MATCH:
M.Trethewey, Brown B.Weagle, Gold |
WEEK 8: UNE VOYAGE FRANCAISE
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GAME 1: Blue (59/50) vs. Pink (57/56)
Blue was playing shorthanded, including missing the leagues leading scorer, and Pink was coming off the annihilation of Orange. The Blue players were unintimidated by the challenge and this game was a game that was controlled by runs. The Blue runs were led by the Liverpool Legion - Wendell Weir (15pts) and Ryleigh Theriau (18pts) while Pink runs were led by Caleb Leary (20pts) and Mustapha Maynard (17pts). In the end Blue managed to get the last shot in and took the victory only to have Pink steal a point after the sub-adjustment. MEN OF THE MATCH:
R.Theriau, Blue M.Jodrey, Pink |
GAME 2: Gold (87) vs. Orange (95)
Gold needed this game to stay relevant in the playoff race but Orange wanted vengeance after their loss last week. Back and forth the game went until Orange made a run that seemed unsurmountable. Gold would not be cowed and quickly mounted a comeback, closing the lead behind strong performances from Andrew Johnson (25pts) and Damon Wamboldt (20pts). The Orange offence led by Michael O'Hearon (21pts) and Kyle Lowe (18pts) was enough to carry the Orange team down the stretch. Orange snuck away with the 95 to 87 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
D.Wamboldt, Gold K.Lowe, Orange |
GAME 3: Brown (78) vs. Red (61/48)
This game was a farewell for Tyler Smith who was playing in his last game before heading west. He bombed Red right out of the game early on as Tyler (29pts) hit nine from beyond the arc. Red didn't have an answer as he hit from every distance and every spot beyond the arc. Jeremiah Wagner (13pts) and Dustin Ott (13pts) played hard as subs for the Red team but weren't able to stop the North Queens Spartans tandem of Tyler Smith and Mackenzie Carver (17pts). Brown sent Smith off with a victory as they won 78 to 61. MEN OF THE MATCH:
T.Smith, Brown D.Broome, Red |
WEEK 9: WHO WANTS IN - PLAYOFFS AROUND THE CORNER
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GAME 1: Gold (57/55) vs. Red (81)
With their playoff lives hanging in the balance Red came out firing on all cylinders. Gold couldn't find their figure out what to do with Red barraging them from the inside and the out. Jeremiah Wagner (16pts) slashed inside and out, providing the ball for the guards and forwards. Andrew Johnson (18pts) looked strong for Gold but they couldn't make any ground on Red and in the end Red walked away with the easy 81 to 57 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
A.Johnson, Gold J.Wagner, Red |
GAME 2: Brown (78) vs. Pink (84/74)
After a haphazard game versus Blue the week before Pink looked to rebound against a very tough Brown team. Both teams played hard the entire game with Mackenzie Carver (23pts) and Matt Trethewey (14pts) leading the Brown charge but the determined Pink pride and a mighty performance from Caleb Leary (35pts) allowed Pink to escape with the victory. In the end Brown stole a point after the sub adjustment and stole into the playoffs. MEN OF THE MATCH:
B.Silver, Brown C.Leary, Pink |
GAME 3: Blue (61/60) vs. Orange (81)
Orange needed the win to secure top spot going into the playoffs. For the first half it appeared the Blue was going to pull yet another upset but the second half saw Orange press the shorthanded Blue team into submission as their offensive fire power behind Michael O'Hearon (18pts) and Daniel Uhlman (17pts) held off the strong games from Anthony Smith (12pts) and Wendell Weir (19pts) to capture first place in the playoffs and the 81 to 61 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
A.Smith, Blue M.O'Hearon, Orange |
WEEK 10: LAST CHANCE BEFORE THE DANCE
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GAME 1: Blue (61/56) vs. Brown (52)
This was the matchup of the evening as both teams were jockeying for that all important third spot in the playoffs. Unfortunately the hype didn't match the game as it was a sloppy affair with Blue holding a lead and Brown scrapping to stay in the game. In the end Wendell Weir (25pts) and Ryleigh Theriau (13pts) guided the Blue assault over Mackenzie Carver (24pts) and James Quick (10pts), allowing Blue to capture third place and relegate Brown to a match up with Orange in the playoffs MEN OF THE MATCH:
W.Weir, Blue J.Quick, Brown |
GAME 2: Gold (66/61) vs. Pink (34/33)
This should have been a relaxed game with both teams playoff fates decided but tempers flared and both teams drew technicals - including an ejection. After the smoke cleared, Pink was off kilter with only two players, Devan Dexter (10pts) and Mustapha Maynard (10pts) , hitting double figures. Gold behind Andrew Johnson (21pts) and Justin Trethewey (11pts) led the way for the Gold team who showed poise in adversity and showed a chick in the Pink armor. Gold won the match 66 to 34 in resounding fashion. MEN OF THE MATCH:
A.Johnson, Gold M.Maynard, Pink |
GAME 3: Orange (88) vs. Red (54/50)
Orange was coasting into the playoffs and Red was finished for their chances at the playoffs so both teams came out and played a pleasant game down the stretch. Orange behind exceptional play from Drew Frank (6pts) at both ends of the court were motivated to win . Jeremiah (10pts) spurred Red on in the game but didn't get much in the way of support offensively as Orange finished the season strong and looks almost unbeatable going into the playoffs. The final from this one was 88 to 54. MEN OF THE MATCH:
D.Frank, Orange J.Ott, Red |
WEEK 11: THE PLAYOFFS - ROUND 1
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GAME 1: Gold (83) vs. Red (80)
In the Consolation Bracket Red and Gold played an intense and high powered fun game. Both teams were firing on all cylinders and played excellent basketball. Gold, playing shorthanded, were led by Andrew Johnson (35pts) and managed to spread the score quite a bit before Red behind the guard play of Mike Zinck (28pts) and Jeremiah Wagner (19pts) brought the game close. With Bailey Zinck (15pts) keeping Red at an arms length the game came down to a tense buzzer beater that rimmed out and allowed Gold to step away with the 83 to 80 victory. MEN OF THE MATCH:
B.Zinck, Gold J.Wagner, Red |
GAME 2: Blue (57) vs. Pink (89)
With a suspension from last week leaving MVP candidate Caleb Leary benched, Blue was in prime position to cause an upset. Early on it looked like Blue would pull the upset but Mustapha Maynard (25pts) took charge of the game and controlled both ends of the court. Moose rallied his troops and got them on the same page, while Blue tried to gain footing behind a strong game from Steven Zwicker (18pts) but it wasn't enough as Pink rolled past Blue 89 to 57 in the first semi-final game . Now they just had to wait for the winner of the last game of the evening. MEN OF THE MATCH:
S.Zwicker, Blue A.Slauenwhite, Pink |
GAME 3: Brown (83) vs. Orange (81)
Orange plays a finesse game while Brown plays a gritty , in your face kind of game. This game was played on Brown's terms and for the majority of the game they controlled the tempo and pace. When Allan carver (13pts) hit his first three pointer of the season it was clear that Brown was getting the bounces. Orange tried to rally behind Channing Carver (26pts) but with Mackenzie Carver (30pts) leading the Brown assault the upset was on and no prayers from Orange could stop the Brown upset from happening as they won 83 to 81. MEN OF THE MATCH:
M.Carver, Brown L.Young, Orange |
WEEK 12: THE PLAYOFFS - ROUND 2
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GAME 1: Gold (80) vs. Orange (87)
This game was forfeited by Gold but players divided up and a game was played. Orange players played hard, with an edge to them as they felt they should be in the championship game. Orange ran the ball behind Caleb Barry (22pts) and Channing Carver (20pts) while Gold played the perimeter behind Bailey Weagle (27pts) and Michael O'Hearon (20pts). In the end fun was had by all the players and Orange grabbed its final win of the lost season 87 to 80. MEN OF THE MATCH:
B.Weagle, Gold C.Barry, Orange |
GAME 2: Blue (65) vs. Red (78)
In the other consolation game Blue and Red locked horns in an amusing game. Both teams played hard throughout the game and enjoyed heated competition. Red played some high pressure defence and managed to get some easy fast break baskets. Daniel Looke (23pts) and Jacob Ott (15pts) led the Red fast break while Ryleigh Theriau (26pts) and Wendell Weir (22pts) countered for Blue but Red slipped away with the win, 78 to 65. MEN OF THE MATCH:
R.Theriau, Blue D.Looke, Red |
GAME 3: Brown (56) vs. Pink (58)
The championship game was a pit fight and probably the best game that was played in Spring League history. Pink burst out to a quick release in the game behind Caleb Leary (28pts) but Brown slammed him down and played hack-a-player down the stretch. Behind Matt Trethewey (16pts) who rallied the troops, Brown stormed back in the second half to draw within two when a last second shot rimmed out and sent Pink to the championship. MEN OF THE MATCH:
M.Trethewey, Brown C.Leary, Pink |
WEEK 13: ALL-STAR FESTIVITIES
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SKILLS COMPETITION:
Free-Throw Competition: Channing Carver Three-Point Competition: Andrew Johnson |
GAME 1: Team 1(54) vs. Team 2 (68)
The Junior Leagues stepped up and provided an excellent game as their offence was on full display. Both teams pushed the tempo and pounded the ball inside and in the second half Wendell Weir (32pts) took over the game. Along with Anthony Smith (13pts) the Team 2 All-Stars out dueled Caleb Barry (12pts) and Dylan Lowe (9pts) as Team 2 captured the win in the Junior/Senior All-Star Game. MEN OF THE MATCH:
C. Barry, Team 1 W.Weir, Team 2 |
GAME 2: Team 1 (105) vs. Team 2 (100) *OT
This game was what the All-Star game needed. Both teams said to heck with defence and played offence with reckless abandon. Alley-oops were tossed and three pointers were taken as both teams tried to light up the scoreboard. Both teams drew even at the end of regulation and overtime was decided when the boys from North Queens shut the door and escaped with the 105 to 100 victory. Leading scorers were Channing Carver (38pts) for Team 1 and Kyle Zinck (32pts for Team 2. MEN OF THE MATCH:
C.Carver, Team 1 K.Zinck, Team 2 |
