Experienced Former international Forward Darwin Leslie (191-F-81) had an amazing evening in the last round for league's second-best Belize City D. and that's him to receive a Interperformances Player of the Week award for round 6. The 36-year old forward had the game-high 28 points adding eight rebounds for Belize City D. in his team's victory, helping them to beat San Pedro T. (#1, 6-1) 76-70. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Belize City D. is placed at 2nd position in Belizean NEBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost that single game earlier this season. Belize City D. will need more victories to improve their 3-1 record. In the team's last game Leslie had a remarkable 54.5% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 6 attempts. He just recently signed at Belize City D., being already a very valuable addition to the team. Leslie has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 22.0ppg) and averages solid 57.6% FGP and 50.0% from behind 3-point line.
The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was ) of Verdes. impressed basketball fans with 24 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Of course he led Verdes to another comfortable win outscoring slightly higher-ranked Belmopan B. (#5, 2-4) 101-70. This victory allowed Verdes to leave bottom place moving a little bit up to 6th position in the standings. 4 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory Verdes managed to get this year. is one of the most experienced players at Verdes and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.5ppg (#1). His other stats are also decent: 4.5rpg and 5.0apg.
The third best performed player last round was ) of top-ranked San Pedro T.. got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for eight rebounds . Despite 's great performance San Pedro T. lost 70-76 to #2 ranked Belize City D.. But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. San Pedro T. had another "accident". It may be a crucial game and cause dropping from the group of top ranked teams. The record is still good, but 1st lost game is hopefully really an accident. 's teammates are also very good. That's why having such high stats is even more impressive. has a great season in Belize. After only 5 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 14.8ppg (best scorer), rebounds with 7.0rpg (#1 in league) and assists with 1.0apg (best passer).
Other top performing players last week: 4. Akeem Watters (186-F-95) of Smart Belize H. - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Andrew Ortiz (C) of San Pedro T. - 18 points and 9 rebounds 6. Nigel Jones (200-F-90) of Belize City D. - 25 points and 7 rebounds 7. Farron Louriano (198-C-89) of Belmopan B. - 23 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Jihad Wright (193-G) of San Pedro T. - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Luther Page (198-F) of Belmopan B. - 20 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 10. James Ewing (198-C-90) of Orange Walk RR - 22 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists
The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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Kris Frazier claims Belizean NEBL Interperformances weekly honour - 5 days ago
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KRIS FRAZIER
American Kris Frazier (201-PG) had an amazing evening in the last round for league's leader Verdes and that's him to receive a Interperformances Player of the Week award for round 11.
The playmaker had a double-double of 27 points and twenty one rebounds, while his team outclassed Belmopan B. (#6, 2-9) with 55-point margin 112-57. It allowed Verdes to consolidate first place in the Belizean NEBL. Verdes has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the cha... [read more]
KRIS FRAZIER
American Kris Frazier (201-PG) had an amazing evening in the last round for league's leader Verdes and that's him to receive a Interperformances Player of the Week award for round 11. The playmaker had a double-double of 27 points and twenty one rebounds, while his team outclassed Belmopan B. (#6, 2-9) with 55-point margin 112-57. It allowed Verdes to consolidate first place in the Belizean NEBL. Verdes has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 10-1. Frazier just recently signed at Verdes, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Peru State College graduate has very impressive stats this year. Frazier is league's best scorer averaging so far 21.7ppg and leads league in rebounds with 10.5rpg. Frazier is in league's top in and averages solid 1.1bpg and 71.8% FGP.
The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was Julien Travis of Orange Walk RR. Travis impressed basketball fans with 19 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Orange Walk RR lost that game 72-88 to the higher-ranked Smart Belize H. (#4, 6-5). Orange Walk RR are still at the very bottom. 9 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory Orange Walk RR managed to get this year. Travis is one of the most experienced players at Orange Walk RR and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.
The third best performed player last round was Akeem Watters (186-F-95) of Smart Belize H. (#4). Watters scored 16 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was a key player of Smart Belize H., leading his team to a 88-72 easy win against the lower-ranked Orange Walk RR (#7, 1-9). Smart Belize H. needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 6 victories and 5 lost games. Watters has a very solid season. In 11 games in Belize he scored 10.3ppg. He also has 6.4rpg and FGP: 51.7%.
Other top performing players last week: 4. Nigel Jones (201-C-90) of Belize City D. - 20 points and 13 rebounds 5. Tyrie Orosco (196-PG) of Smart Belize H. - 17 points and 10 rebounds 6. Jihad Wright (193-F-93) of San Pedro T. - 12 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Martevuius Adams (C) of San Pedro T. - 26 points and 7 rebounds 8. Kyron Molina (SG) of Verdes - 13 points and 6 rebounds 9. Matthew Young (C) of Belize City D. - 16 points and 12 rebounds 10. Davis Guzman (F) of Verdes - 8 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
The Player of the Week awards are presented by Interperformances. Interperformances is a full-service agency specializing in the representation of professional athletes the world-over. With more than forty-eight years of experience, INTERPERFORMANCES is well known to all professional teams and clubs. General Managers trust and rely on our opinions and recommendations.
NEBL Round 11: Hurricanes beat Running Rebels in a derby game - 6 days ago
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Here is the last round review presented by ESL.
The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Belize City: Hurricanes (#4) and Running Rebels (#7). Running Rebels were crushed at home by 16 points 72-88 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Hurricanes outrebounded Running Rebels 35-21 including 24 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was American point guard Tyrie Orosco (196, college: Cent.Penn) who had a double-double by sc... [read more]
The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Belize City: Hurricanes (#4) and Running Rebels (#7). Running Rebels were crushed at home by 16 points 72-88 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Hurricanes outrebounded Running Rebels 35-21 including 24 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was American point guard Tyrie Orosco (196, college: Cent.Penn) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds. International guard Devin Daly (195-94, college: L.Superior) chipped in 17 points and 5 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). American point guard Isaiah Thomas (188-93) produced 17 points and 5 assists for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains fourth place with 6-5 record. Running Rebels lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with nine games lost. Hurricanes' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Belize City Defenders. Leader Verdes delivered the tenth victory. This time they crushed 6th ranked Red Bandits (2-9) 112-57. American point guard Kris Frazier (201, college: Peru St.) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 21 rebounds (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field). Davis Guzman contributed with 8 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Forward Kevon Laurie answered with 5 points and 9 rebounds for Red Bandits. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Verdes (10-1) have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They maintain first place. Red Bandits lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with nine games lost. Verdes will play against Tigersharks (#3) in San Pedro in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Red Bandits will have a break next round.
In the last game of round 11 Belize City D. were defeated by San Pedro T. in a road game 79-61. The best stats of 11th round was 12 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals by Jihad Wright of San Pedro T..
Leader Verdes delivered the tenth victory. This time they crushed 6th ranked Red Bandits (2-9) 112-57. Verdes dominated down low during the game scoring 80 of its points in the paint compared to Red Bandits' 32. They outrebounded Red Bandits 69-37 including a 26-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. Verdes players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Red Bandits' players. American point guard Kris Frazier (201, college: Peru St.) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 21 rebounds (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field). Forward Davis Guzman contributed with 8 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Four Verdes players scored in double figures. Forward Kevon Laurie answered with 5 points and 9 rebounds and guard Jevaughn McKenzie added 8 points in the effort for Red Bandits. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Verdes (10-1) have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They maintain first place. Red Bandits lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with nine games lost. Verdes will play against Tigersharks (#3) in San Pedro in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Red Bandits will have a break next round. Top scorers: Verdes: K.Frazier 27+21reb, K.Molina 13+6reb, J.Harris 12+1reb+2ast, R.Troyer 12+4reb+4ast, L.Lambey 11+4reb+1ast, A.Ortiz 10+5reb Belmopan B.: K.Pascascio 12+1reb, B.Flowers 8+3reb, J.McKenzie 8+3reb+3ast, K.Laurie 5+9reb+2ast, H.Gabriel 5+4reb+1ast, E.Ariola 5+2reb+1ast
The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Belize City: Hurricanes (#4) and Running Rebels (#7). Running Rebels were crushed at home by 16 points 72-88 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Hurricanes outrebounded Running Rebels 35-21 including 24 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was American point guard Tyrie Orosco (196, college: Cent.Penn) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds. International guard Devin Daly (195-94, college: L.Superior) chipped in 17 points and 5 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Four Hurricanes players scored in double figures. American point guard Isaiah Thomas (188-93) produced 17 points and 5 assists and Julien Travis added 19 points respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains fourth place with 6-5 record. Running Rebels lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with nine games lost. Hurricanes' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Belize City Defenders. Top scorers: Smart Belize H.: T.Orosco 17+10reb+1ast, D.Daly 17+5reb+2ast, A.Watters 16+8reb, T.Raheem 13+2reb, A.Trapp 8+1reb, S.Fowler 8+5reb+1ast Orange Walk RR: T.Julien 19+4reb+2ast, I.Thomas 17+3reb+5ast, E.Enriquez 9+2reb+1ast, S.White 7+4reb+1ast, W.R 5+1reb+1ast, V.Jason 4
There was no surprise in San Pedro where 5th ranked Defenders (4-7) were defeated by third ranked Tigersharks (7-4) 79-61. Defenders were plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Center Martevuius Adams orchestrated the victory by scoring 26 points and 7 rebounds. International forward Jihad Wright (193-93, college: UNC Pembroke) contributed with 12 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals for the winners. American center Nigel Jones (201-90, college: Talladega) answered with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 13 rebounds and center Matthew Young added 16 points and 12 rebounds in the effort for Defenders. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Tigersharks. They maintain third place with 7-4 record having just three points less than leader Verdes. Defenders lost their third game in a row. They keep the fifth position with seven games lost. Tigersharks will play against league's leader Verdes in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Defenders' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Belize City to the arena Hurricanes. Top scorers: San Pedro T.: A.Martevuius 26+7reb, J.Wright 12+5reb+5ast, F.Arana 9+1reb+4ast, A.Edwards 6, W.Pratt 6+5reb, T.Edwards 6+1reb+2ast Belize City D.: N.Jones 20+13reb, M.Young 16+12reb, F.Louriano 8+11reb, M.Tzul 6+2reb+2ast, D.Leslie 3+2reb+1ast, T.Bradley 3+2reb
On Friday night Belize City Defenders hosted Griga Dream Ballers at the Civic Center in Belize City in a much anticipated game that carried huge playoff implications. Griga Dream Ballers are riding a nasty 2 game losing streak while Defenders are at the #5 seed, looking in. The road team jumped out to an early 27 - 22 lead at the end of the first quarter, extending that lead to 8 points at the half, 48 - 40. The lead ballooned to 10 points by the end of the third quarter, but the home squ... [read more]
On Friday night Belize City Defenders hosted Griga Dream Ballers at the Civic Center in Belize City in a much anticipated game that carried huge playoff implications. Griga Dream Ballers are riding a nasty 2 game losing streak while Defenders are at the #5 seed, looking in. The road team jumped out to an early 27 - 22 lead at the end of the first quarter, extending that lead to 8 points at the half, 48 - 40. The lead ballooned to 10 points by the end of the third quarter, but the home squad, behind their load fans and sharp shooting were able to tie the game with a huge three pointer with less than 30 seconds remaining on the clock. However, the excitement was short lived as Daniel Conorque (193-G-91, college: Pima CC) demonstrated both strength and confidence, hitting the game-winning shot on the opposite end of the floor to give Griga Dream Ballers the 83 - 81 victory and a spot in the playoffs. Griga was led by Jamal Kelly (G-90) who had the game high with 27 points, while Daniel Conorque tallied 17 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Delvon Henderson notched another double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds and late season addition, Ray Cruz (196-F), netted 13 points. Defending MVP, Nigel Jones (201-C-90, college: Talladega) was the top scorer for Belize City Defenders with 21 points, while Mykiel Tzul tallied 19 points, 4 assists and 4 steals to go with 5 three point shots made and Gregory Rudon (181-SG-84) chipped in 11 points.
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