Results of 2nd round Day 3

Hi all,

The result of the game vs Pierce was PCS 26 PS 51.

Even though we started the game with little energy on both ends of the court, we soon got into our groove on our defence and shut down their passing lanes and prevented them from taking easy shots.

Like the coach said during the halftime break, we played great D, but it was a bit late coming, because they had already piled on their points.

I also need to say this: Do not take what the coach says too personally - he was angry, yes, for the silly and amateurish mistakes that you guys make, but remember he is only human, he has his emotions. After all, he has already taught and reminded you guys many times not to make simple blunders, like travelling, giving aways unnecessary fouls and yesterday's rebound incident by Siang Choong, which was outright very silly.

But overall, it was a brilliant effort put in by you guys. Well done on the excellent defence. You all showed aggressiveness and strength when it mattered the most. That's why for a long period of time, Pierce had their score stuck at 18.

Sec 1s, you have proven yourselves to be worthy and formidable opponents to all the teams that we played against. You will become better and stronger next year and the following years when you promote to B boys. Sec 2s, you have played your guts out but you need to work on your aggressiveness and not be too 'soft'.

Hopefully, yesterday's loss (which was only our 2nd out of 6 games) provided you all with a better idea of where the team needs to improve and all how you can improve as individual players. It was a tremendous learning experience I'm sure.

Ok, rest well and see you all at the game vs Guangyang.

Results of 2nd round Day 2

Hi all,

The score was PCS 66 KRS 57.

And guess which Peicaian player scored the bulk - 48 points?

First impressions of the opponents were that they were lacking in height and we should be dominating the inside (painted area) in rebounding and points.

However, were we? Instead most of our points came off of fast break points via our top-scorer.

By the way, if you catch the videos here, why were the LAYUP points so easily scored by Benadi? You can either listen to what the coach says in the video or ask Ben yourself.
Clue: "Yong4 LI4!" (translated: "Use STRENGTH!" and do you know Benadi's leaping ability? You can see that his jumping height makes him almost unstoppable in the air.

That said and done, can you imagine if either Everett, Siang Choong, Darren or Cheng Hong had this ability? They already have the long arms and height. What they lack is probably what Benadi already displays. Work at improving the height of your jump, guys.

Also, can one of you voice up to the coach for some low and high post plays? Especially since we have tall and agile players who can dominate the inside?
We should be using our obvious height and size to our ADVANTAGE!

Anyway, good game guys.

View the game video here.

Results of 2nd round Day 1

Hi all,

C Boys: You may have lost one battle today, but you will prevail to win the war. We all believe in you and that you will take today's game in your stride and use it as a build-up for the upcoming games.

FMS(53), PCS(51)

B Boys and Sec 1/2 training

Hi all,

Due to the ongoing C Boys competition, B Boys and Sec 1 and 2 training will be suspended till further notice.

Updates to training schedule

Hi all,

Training for 'C boys next week will be as follows:
Mon (13 Apr 09) 2.30 to 5.30pm
Thur (16 Apr 09) 2.45 to 5.45pm

Sec 1/2 and B boys: Training will resume on 17 Apr 09 Friday 1 to 3pm.

Please check back again for updates.

About the fake left and dribble through obstacle (today's training 07 Apr 09)

Hi all,

Weilung's intention during the "fake and dribble past obstacles" part of the training today was to eliminate the turnovers that result from starting a dribble off of a jump stop receiving of a pass.

So please, all of you, remember the steps that he taught you today and please:

APPLY IT DURING THE GAMES!

It's official: 'C' boys are through to 2nd round of South Zone competition!

Hi all,

Congratulations to the 'C' Boys for making it through to the 2nd round!

It has been about 6 years since our last 2nd round showing for 'C' boys.

In our last two matches, the scores are:

PCS 44 SAS 31
PCS 53 OSS 39

We are the top team in our current group.

We have much to celebrate and your teachers will be giving all Basketball CCA members a special treat :-) (any suggestions?)