Athleta opened the championship series victoriously. They overcame Depiro in the opener. Marko Todorovic (204-F/C-85) posted 20 points to lead the effort. Athleta entered the game aggressively. They built a 16:9 lead after ten minutes. Athleta maintained the lead throughout the second frame. The hosts established a 34:23 halftime advantage. Depiro tried to turn things around in the third quarter. The visitors limited Athleta to just 7 points and cut the deficit at just 3-point mark. But Athleta were back in control in the fourth frame. They unleashed 29 points in the final quarter and sealed the victory at the end. Steve Schembri (187-SF-79) accounted for 19 points, while Michael Naudi (193-G/F-80) provided 10 points in the win. Roderick Vella (PG-85) answered with 20 points for Depiro. Nigel Sultana (191-F-91) netted 13 points in the loss.
Hibernians are the winners of the U-14 and U-16 championships this season, a rare achievement in local basketball circles. Both teams are coached by Silvio Cassar and Reuben Baldacchino.
The U-14 team won the championship without conceding defeat.
This is the second consecutive league title for the Hibs boys in this category. The side includes home-grown nursery players, the likes of Kurt Cassar, Paul Attard, Isaac Bonett, Isaac Gili and Luke Busuttil, all members of the MBA Academy [read more]
Hibernians are the winners of the U-14 and U-16 championships this season, a rare achievement in local basketball circles. Both teams are coached by Silvio Cassar and Reuben Baldacchino.
The U-14 team won the championship without conceding defeat.
This is the second consecutive league title for the Hibs boys in this category. The side includes home-grown nursery players, the likes of Kurt Cassar, Paul Attard, Isaac Bonett, Isaac Gili and Luke Busuttil, all members of the MBA Academy.
The U-16 team wrapped up the league after winning a tight match against Depiro 66-61. Hibs U-16 have a bright future with promising players in their ranks including Kieron Caruana, Simon Attard, Luke Farrugia, Jaden Borg, Matthew Formosa, Jake Magro, Jeremy Piscopo, Joel Cauchi, Paul Attard and Isaac Bonnet. Courtesy of: http://www.timesofmalta.com
Floriana hold nerve to win first basketball title - Apr 29, 2013
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Floriana held their nerve to win their first national basketball title after beating defending champions Athleta 74-71 in yesterdays fifth and decisive game. With the final series level at 2-2, Athleta, who had twice recovered from a game down, looked on course to retain the title as they led 36-29 at half-time but an 8-0 run at the start of the third session swayed the balance in Florianas favour [read more]
Floriana held their nerve to win their first national basketball title after beating defending champions Athleta 74-71 in yesterdays fifth and decisive game. With the final series level at 2-2, Athleta, who had twice recovered from a game down, looked on course to retain the title as they led 36-29 at half-time but an 8-0 run at the start of the third session swayed the balance in Florianas favour. Inspired by Christopher Sammut (169-G-85) and Bevan Scott Camilleri, the Greens went on to build a 13-point advantage in the last session but Athleta refused to give up. They produced a stirring fightback, going on a 14-0 run to move one point ahead but Dirk Schembris late basket proved crucial for Floriana. Sammut hit 20 points for the winners, eight fewer than Athletas Marco Todorovic who was the games top scorer. At the end of the match, Floriana captain Ian Mercieca received the BOV National League trophy from Stefan Buontempo, the Parliamentary Secretary for Sport. Courtesy of: http://www.timesofmalta.com
Athleta force the decider in the Play-offs Finals. The second team of the Regular Season overcame the Winner Floriana 91:82 in Game 4 for 2-2 in the series. The decisive Game 5 to be played on April 28th.
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Athleta force the decider in the Play-offs Finals. The second team of the Regular Season overcame the Winner Floriana 91:82 in Game 4 for 2-2 in the series. The decisive Game 5 to be played on April 28th.
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