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Maltese - Men Basketball
Siggiewi just manage to hold off Luxol's bold fightback - Jan 22, 2010 (by Eurobasket News)
BUPA Luxol 62
Siggiewi Kent Boringer 64
(15-19, 10-17, 15-21, 22-7)
As was the case in their match against Depiro, Siggiewi held on to victory by the skin of their teeth after almost surrendering a 17-point lead in the final quarter.
Luxol, who were without pivot Andrew Cremona, had possession and could have forced extra-time but Alan Borg (196-G/F-80) incredibly missed an easy chance with four seconds left
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BUPA Luxol 62
Siggiewi Kent Boringer 64
(15-19, 10-17, 15-21, 22-7)
As was the case in their match against Depiro, Siggiewi held on to victory by the skin of their teeth after almost surrendering a 17-point lead in the final quarter.
Luxol, who were without pivot Andrew Cremona, had possession and could have forced extra-time but Alan Borg (196-G/F-80) incredibly missed an easy chance with four seconds left.
Luxol had been the first team to settle down and sunk the opening two baskets.
Siggiewi, who were hampered by the absence of playmaker Karl Borg and Marco Matijevic, both injured, improved and finished the first quarter strongly to move four points ahead, 19-15.
With Luxol being somewhat erratic in their play, Siggiewi took advantage and potted nine consecutive points in the early minutes of the second session to extend their lead to 28-17.
John Tabone, the Luxol coach, called a time-out and this left the desired effect on his team who came through a difficult spell to share the exchanges until half-time.
Nevertheless, Siggiewi changed ends 36-25 ahead and had the edge after opening what looked like a handsome 57-40 lead before the last 10 minutes got underway.
But, Luxol looked more determined as the final quarter began.
Encouraged by Siggiewi's drop in concentration, Tabone's men gained in confidence to narrow the gap significantly. In fact, Siggiewi took six minutes to score their first points of the final session.
The last minutes were nailbiting. Siggiewi still looked strong to preserve their slender lead but a couple of mistakes allowed Luxol to have the last attempt. However, to the relief of Siggiewi, Borg squandered the chance to level matters for his team.
Luxol: A. Micallef Trigona, Marco Mercieca (184-G-83) 8, R. Azzopardi 7, A. Spiteri 2, A. Borg 11, A. Portelli, N. Vasovic, T. Paris, D. Schembri 11, J.P. Bonnici 2, S. Schembri 21.
Siggiewi: P. Shoults 11, J.P. Antoncich, L. Camilleri 5, E. Xuereb, A. Tabone 8, A. Micallef 14, L. Ross 9, A. Costa 3, J. Jetsen 14.
Referees: E. Mangani, J.P. Sammut, S. Micallef.
Standings: Siggiewi 12 (5-2); Athleta 11 (5-1); Luxol 9 (3-3); Depiro 7 (2-3); Loyola 6 (0-6).
Top scorers: Michael Naudi (193-G/F-80) (Athleta) 113; D. Schembri (Luxol) 112; O. Said (Athleta) 102.
League: Tomorrow 18.15 Siggiewi vs Depiro; 19.45 Loyola vs Athleta.
Courtesy of: http://www.timesofmalta.com
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Athleta Compleet take sole leadership - Jan 22, 2010 (by Eurobasket News)
Siggiewi Kent Boringer 47
Athleta Compleet IS 61
(4-24, 9-17, 10-12, 24-8)
Athleta are sole leaders of the National League after easily disposing of Siggiewi Kent Boringer's feeble challenge.
Those who braved the cold weather to watch this match expected a better fare from the top two teams in the championship.
However, while Athleta showed grit and determination, Siggiewi, without pivot Marco Matijevic, lacked ideas and were never in the match
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Siggiewi Kent Boringer 47
Athleta Compleet IS 61
(4-24, 9-17, 10-12, 24-8)
Athleta are sole leaders of the National League after easily disposing of Siggiewi Kent Boringer's feeble challenge.
Those who braved the cold weather to watch this match expected a better fare from the top two teams in the championship.
However, while Athleta showed grit and determination, Siggiewi, without pivot Marco Matijevic, lacked ideas and were never in the match.
Though Athleta had strong rebounder Addison Bonnici missing, this did not affect their play as Omar Said (177-G-80) and Michael Naudi were in a class of their own.
The first basket was potted by Siggiewi but from then on it was all Athleta. They were turning the ball easily, finding gaps in a standstill Siggiewi defence.
After leading 24-4 by the end of the first quarter, Athleta continued to dictate matters as Siggiewi's reaction never materialised and the teams changed ends 41-13 for Athleta.
Joe Galea's team slowed down the tempo after the interval and it was only in the last quarter that Siggiewi woke up to make the score look more respectable.
Siggiewi: P. Shoults 8, J.P. Antoncich, L. Camilleri, Alex Tabone 16, K. Borg 1, A. Micallef 2, L. Ross 11, A. Costa 3, J. Jetsen 6, E. Baldacchino.
Athleta: M. Naudi 16, C. Doughty 4, E. Bezzina 4, M. Giusti, C. Galea, Omar Said 26, C. Calleja 2, J. Zammit, S. Cassar 9.
Referees: G. Barbara, J.P. Sammut, A. Carbonaro.
Loyola St James 61
BUPA Luxol 76
(10-18, 19-14, 15-20, 17-24)
Luxol struggled to fend off the bold challenge of bottom-placed Loyola who were found wanting in stamina in the latter stages of the match.
Loyola sorely felt the absence of shooter David Camilleri and pivot Jonathan Ransley.
Luxol settled down first and led 15-3 by the fifth minute but Loyola, after a time-out, improved and the champions lost their pace. At half-time, it was only a three-pointer by Dirk Schembri (32-29) that separated both sides.
Loyola levelled the scores at 37-all but Luxol suddenly found their shooting touch to start the last ten minutes 52-44 ahead. Loyola withered under the pressure as Luxol continued to pot the points to avoid an embarrassing situation.
Loyola: S. Pace 4, B. Zammit 2, S. Borg, G. Cuschieri, N. Sultana 16, S. Vella, A. Axiaq 2, G. Mihajlovic 19, K. Baldacchino 18, M. Cini.
Luxol: M. Mercieca 5, Robert Azzopardi 18, A. Spiteri 2, A. Borg 7, A. Portelli, N. Vasovic, T. Paris 2, D. Schembri 21, A. Cremona, J.P. Bonnici 3, S. Schembri 18.
Referees: B. Vassallo, E. Mangani, A. Micallef.
Standings: Athleta 11 (5-1); Siggiewi 10 (4-2); Luxol 8 (3-2); Depiro 7 (2-3); Loyola 6 (0-6).
Top scorers: M. Naudi (Athleta) 113, Omar Said (Athleta) 102, D. Schembri (Luxol) 101.
Next fixtures: National League - Sunday, 16.15 Siggiewi vs Luxol.
Courtesy of: http://www.timesofmalta.com
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Shoults player of the month - Dec 29, 2009 (by Eurobasket News)
Shoults player of the month
The Miles Express Player of the Month award for November went to Siggiewi Kent Boringer forward Peter Shoults (168-G-85).
Siggiewi reached the Louis Borg Cup semi-finals and also moved to the top of the league's table during November. Shoults contributed to his team's fine results by potting 98 points, including 17 three-pointers.
At the moment, Shoults is the season's second best assist man with a total of 33, averaging three per game
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Shoults player of the month
The Miles Express Player of the Month award for November went to Siggiewi Kent Boringer forward Peter Shoults (168-G-85).
Siggiewi reached the Louis Borg Cup semi-finals and also moved to the top of the league's table during November. Shoults contributed to his team's fine results by potting 98 points, including 17 three-pointers.
At the moment, Shoults is the season's second best assist man with a total of 33, averaging three per game. He is also second in the 'steals' list with an average of 3.36 per game.
Patrick Mercieca, on behalf of Miles Express Ltd, presented a memento to Shoults.
Courtesy of: www.timesofmalta.com
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Siggiewi relief as Depiro's fightback just falls short - Dec 29, 2009
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Athleta see off Luxol to join Siggiewi on top - Dec 18, 2009
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Champions BUPA Luxol bounce back - Dec 4, 2009
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BoV-MBA agree to extend KO sponsorship - Nov 27, 2009
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Siggiewi, Athleta set the pace - Nov 27, 2009
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Naudi nets October award - Nov 12, 2009
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Athleta scrape past Siggiewi to reach semis - Nov 12, 2009
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Depiro upset title hopefuls Siggiewi - Nov 4, 2009
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Athleta thrash Luxol - Nov 2, 2009
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Depiro beat Loyola to keep hopes alive - Nov 2, 2009
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Siggiewi upset MBA Shield defending champions - Oct 13, 2009
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Malta clinch Division C crown - Jul 26, 2009
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Samuel Deguara propels Malta into the Final - Jul 25, 2009
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Nigel Sultana paces Malta past Moldova - Jul 22, 2009
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Malta clinch semifinal birth at U18 European Championship in Division C - Jul 21, 2009
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Malta beat San Marino in opener - Jul 21, 2009
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Maltese U18 National Team 2009 - Jul 20, 2009
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