D1 Round 5: Galil Elion beats Hap.Petah Tikva in the most crucial game of the week - Dec 3, 2012
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An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Kfar Blum. Third ranked Galil Elion faced second-ranked Hap.Petah Tikva. Host Galil Elion (3-1) defeated guests from Petah Tikva (3-2) 71-66. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Hap.Petah Tikva. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Galil Elion forced 25 Hap.Petah Tikva turnovers. The best player for the winners was American forward Adaora Elonu (185-90, college: Texas A&M, agency: Ronsport) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds. Her fellow American import point guard Sydney Carter (167-90, college: Texas A&M, agency: Ronsport) chipped in 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Jamaican power forward Vanessa Gidden (193-85, college: Hofstra, agency: Ronsport) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds for the guests. Galil Elion moved-up to second place. Hap.Petah Tikva at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost. Galil Elion are looking forward to face league's leader Maccabi Ashdod on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Hap.Petah Tikva will have a break next round. Elitzur Holon can celebrate their first win this season after four consecutive loses. They used home court advantage to defeat Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion (0-4) 80-76. American forward Kerri Gardin (186-84, college: Virginia Tech, agency: Regeneracom Sports) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds. Bat-El Lazmi contributed with 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. American point guard Shey Peddy (170-88, college: Temple) answered with 24 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) for Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion. Elitzur Holon (1-4) left bottom position moving up to eighth place. It was Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion's fourth loss in a row. They still closes the standings with four games lost. Elitzur Holon will play against higher ranked Ramat Hasharon (#5) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion will play against Elitzur Ramla (#4) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Undefeated leader Maccabi Ashdod delivered the fifth consecutive victory on Monday night. This time they beat 6th ranked Elitzur Netanya (1-2) 76-71. Ashley Shields stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 7 rebounds, 10 assists and 6 steals for the winners. Courtney Hurt responded with 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Maccabi Ashdod have a solid series of four victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 5-0 record. Loser Elitzur Netanya dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. Maccabi Ashdod will meet at home league's second-placed Galil Elion in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Elitzur Netanya will play against Maccabi Ramat Hen (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in Ramla was also worth to mention about. 4th placed Maccabi Ramat Hen (2-2) played at the court of seventh ranked Elitzur Ramla (2-2). Elitzur Ramla defeated Maccabi Ramat Hen 79-69. The game was dominated by American players. Allison Hightower nailed 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Elitzur Ramla moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Ramat Hasharon and Maccabi R.Hen. Elitzur Ramla's next round opponent will be bottom-ranked Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion (#9) on the road which should be theoretically an easy game. Maccabi Ramat Hen will play against Elitzur Netanya (#7).
The game in Ramla was also worth to mention about. 4th placed Maccabi Ramat Hen (2-2) played at the court of seventh ranked Elitzur Ramla (2-2). Elitzur Ramla defeated Maccabi Ramat Hen 79-69. After very bad start, Maccabi Ramat Hen stormed back in the second period cutting the deficit to 3 points 37-34. But it was not enough and Elitzur Ramla took back the control in second half. The game was dominated by American players. Guard Allison Hightower (178-88, college: LSU, agency: Josep and Nicolas) nailed 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and center Kaayla Chones (191-81, college: N.Carolina St.) accounted for 20 points. Four Elitzur Ramla players scored in double figures. Swingman Karima Christmas (182-89, college: Duke) came up with 20 points and 8 rebounds and center Jenna Smith (191-88, college: Illinois) added 16 points and 8 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) respectively for Maccabi Ramat Hen in the defeat. Elitzur Ramla moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Ramat Hasharon and Maccabi R.Hen. Elitzur Ramla's next round opponent will be bottom-ranked Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion (#9) on the road which should be theoretically an easy game. Maccabi Ramat Hen will play against Elitzur Netanya (#7). Top scorers: Elitzur Ramla: K.Chones 20+4reb+2ast, A.Hightower 15+6reb+5ast, T.James 14+7reb+1ast, K.Levitsky 11+5reb+3ast, M.Epstein 10+2reb+1ast, O.Oren 7+6reb+6ast Maccabi R.Hen: K.Christmas 20+8reb+1ast, J.Smith 16+8reb+2ast, C.Degraffenreid 12+2reb+2ast, K.Rushdan 8+4reb+1ast, R.Ben Nun 4+1reb+1ast, A.Rachel Lux 3
Elitzur Holon can celebrate their first win this season after four consecutive loses. They used home court advantage to defeat Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion (0-4) 80-76. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion won third quarter 13-12. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion 49-26 including a 23-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. American forward Kerri Gardin (186-84, college: Virginia Tech, agency: Regeneracom Sports) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds. The former international guard Bat-El Lazmi (170-86, agency: Ronsport) contributed with 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Five Elitzur Holon players scored in double figures. American point guard Shey Peddy (170-88, college: Temple) answered with 24 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and the other American import guard Tiffany Hayes (177-89, college: Connecticut) added 17 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) in the effort for Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion. Elitzur Holon (1-4) left bottom position moving up to eighth place. It was Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion's fourth loss in a row. They still closes the standings with four games lost. Elitzur Holon will play against higher ranked Ramat Hasharon (#5) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion will play against Elitzur Ramla (#4) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Elitzur Holon: B.Lazmi 15+6reb+2ast, B.Gilinski 15+4reb+1ast, K.Gardin 14+13reb+1ast, T.James 12+3reb+2ast, A.Warley 12+7reb, H.Gutin 6+3reb+3ast H.R. Le-Zion: S.Peddy 24+7reb+6ast, T.Hayes 17+5reb+5ast, J.Lawson 11+8reb, S.Levi 8+1reb, S.Fridman 7+1reb, R.Ros 6+4reb+3ast
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Kfar Blum. Third ranked Galil Elion faced second-ranked Hap.Petah Tikva. Host Galil Elion (3-1) defeated guests from Petah Tikva (3-2) 71-66. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Hap.Petah Tikva. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Galil Elion forced 25 Hap.Petah Tikva turnovers. The best player for the winners was American forward Adaora Elonu (185-90, college: Texas A&M, agency: Ronsport) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds. Her fellow American import point guard Sydney Carter (167-90, college: Texas A&M, agency: Ronsport) chipped in 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Jamaican power forward Vanessa Gidden (193-85, college: Hofstra, agency: Ronsport) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds and American guard Rebekah Gardner (185-90, college: UCLA) added 20 points and 12 rebounds respectively for the guests. Galil Elion moved-up to second place. Hap.Petah Tikva at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost. Galil Elion are looking forward to face league's leader Maccabi Ashdod on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Hap.Petah Tikva will have a break next round. Top scorers: Galil Elion: A.Elonu 26+12reb+2ast, S.Carter 19+6reb+4ast, B.Carter 10+3reb+1ast, I.Lev Ron 9+5reb+2ast, C.Zel-Zion 4+1reb+2ast, D.Shnap 2+1reb+1ast Hap.Petah Tikva: V.Gidden 20+16reb+1ast, R.Gardner 20+12reb, P.Poole 17+7reb+6ast, M.Isarov 7+1reb+4ast, O.Amsalem 2+2reb+2ast, H.Levi 0
Undefeated leader Maccabi Ashdod delivered the fifth consecutive victory on Monday night. This time they beat 6th ranked Elitzur Netanya (1-2) 76-71. Maccabi Ashdod forced 22 Elitzur Netanya turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American Ashley Shields (180-85, college: SW Tenn.St.CC) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 7 rebounds, 10 assists and 6 steals for the winners and the former international point guard Shiran Tzairi (166-86, agency: Data Plus Group) chipped in 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Maccabi Ashdod players scored in double figures. American forward Courtney Hurt (185-90, college: VCU) responded with 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and Jamaican-American point guard Maurita Reid (173-85, college: Miami, FL) scored 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Maccabi Ashdod have a solid series of four victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 5-0 record. Loser Elitzur Netanya dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. Maccabi Ashdod will meet at home league's second-placed Galil Elion in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Elitzur Netanya will play against Maccabi Ramat Hen (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Maccabi Ashdod: A.Shields 22+7reb+10ast, C.Houston 15+3reb+1ast, S.Tzairi 14+7reb+5ast, N.Ganor 11+2reb+2ast, B.Denson 11+8reb+1ast, M.Dori 2+3reb+4ast Elitzur Netanya: M.Reid 19+6reb+5ast, C.Hurt 18+8reb+4ast, C.Reed 11+8reb+2ast, L.Kenig 9+5reb+1ast, P.Phillips 7+4reb+1ast, N.Williams 4+2reb+2ast
Great Britain outscore Israel at Surrey Sports Park - May 25, 2013
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Great Britain-Israel 73:64
Great Britain outscore Israel at Surrey Sports Park in the start of the Surrey Sports Park tournament. The home side posted a 73:64 win over Israel in Guildford.
Great Britain started with an 8:2 run, but allowed the guests to catch up with them later in the half. Rachel Vanderwal (176-G-83, college: Boston U.) pulled her side with a 10-2 run in the third quarter that saw them go 54:41 clear [read more]
Great Britain-Israel 73:64
Great Britain outscore Israel at Surrey Sports Park in the start of the Surrey Sports Park tournament. The home side posted a 73:64 win over Israel in Guildford. Great Britain started with an 8:2 run, but allowed the guests to catch up with them later in the half. Rachel Vanderwal (176-G-83, college: Boston U.) pulled her side with a 10-2 run in the third quarter that saw them go 54:41 clear. The team from Israel replied with a 12-0 run and later took 60:59 advantage. Great Britain needed another run to seal the victory in their opener. Stefanie Collins (168-PG-82, college: St.Bonaventure) and Rachel Vanderwal top-scored for the winners with 12 points each. Liron Cohen (173-G-82) replied with 13 points in the losing effort. Tomorrow Great Britain will take on Germany. The latter lost their opener to Greece 42:61 in the first game of the tournament. Greece will face Israel in another game of Day 2.
The Israeli National Guard
signed with he cup holder - M. Ashdod for the second year.
She was the first player to sign with with the team.
2011-2012: A.S. Ramat Hasharon Electra (D1): 4 games: 1.3ppg; in Dec.'11 moved to Elitzur Netanya (D1, starting five): 15 games: 7.3ppg, 3.8rpg, 2.2apg, FGP: 45.3%, 3PT: 27.3%, FT: 82.4%
2012-2013: Maccabi Bnot Ashdod (D1, starting five): 26 games: 6.6ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.2apg, 1.2spg, FGP: 45.1%, 3PT: 30.8%, FT: 71.4% Noa Ganor (171-G-86) [read more]
The Israeli National Guard signed with he cup holder - M. Ashdod for the second year. She was the first player to sign with with the team. 2011-2012: A.S. Ramat Hasharon Electra (D1): 4 games: 1.3ppg; in Dec.'11 moved to Elitzur Netanya (D1, starting five): 15 games: 7.3ppg, 3.8rpg, 2.2apg, FGP: 45.3%, 3PT: 27.3%, FT: 82.4% 2012-2013: Maccabi Bnot Ashdod (D1, starting five): 26 games: 6.6ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.2apg, 1.2spg, FGP: 45.1%, 3PT: 30.8%, FT: 71.4%
Noa Ganor (171-G-86)
Here is the list of the coaches indiv 1
in Israel - season 2013-14:
Rama Chen - Ami Barda will continue for second season.
Ashdod - Edny Dagan will continuie for the 3rd season.
Ramat Hasharon - Orna Ostfeld will continue for the 20th season.
Hapoel Rishon Lezion - Shira Haelion will continue for the 3rd season.
Elitzur Holon - Roi Aizinberg, last season Ramat Hasharon ast. coach.
Hapoel Petach Tykva - Gil Sela will continue for the 3rd season [read more]
Here is the list of the coaches indiv 1 in Israel - season 2013-14:
Rama Chen - Ami Barda will continue for second season. Ashdod - Edny Dagan will continuie for the 3rd season. Ramat Hasharon - Orna Ostfeld will continue for the 20th season. Hapoel Rishon Lezion - Shira Haelion will continue for the 3rd season. Elitzur Holon - Roi Aizinberg, last season Ramat Hasharon ast. coach. Hapoel Petach Tykva - Gil Sela will continue for the 3rd season. Hetzelia - Yoni Oren. Elitzur Ramla - Adan Inbar will continue for the 4th season.
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