BEBL Round 2 (Regular Season): Running Rebels keep a leadership position

There were only 2 rounds played so far and it's still very beginning of the Regular Season in BEBL. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Running Rebels edged Dream Ballers in Belize City 67-64. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Running Rebels made 8 blocks. 24 personal fouls committed by Dream Ballers helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American guard William Jr Stanford (190-1998, college: Mobile, AL) scored 14 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and center Matthew Young chipped in 8 points and 14 rebounds during the contest. Forward Arik Nicholas (196, college: ACU) responded with 17 points and 9 rebounds. Dream Ballers' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Dream Ballers will play next round against Suns trying to get back on the winning streak. Running Rebels will try to continue on its current victory against Dream Ballers in Dangriga.
The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Trojans in Belmopan. Hosts were rolled over by Tiger Sharks 106-85. Guard Eyan Rene (186) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the effort and Edward Hampton supported him with 20 points and 6 rebounds. Even 21 points and 7 rebounds by forward Jarrel Velasquez (191-1991) did not help to save the game for Trojans. Trojans' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Tiger Sharks will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Trojans will play again at home against Tiger Sharks and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last game of round 2 winless Defenders lost to undefeated Western Ballers on the opponent's court 79-92.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 12 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists by Jihad Wright of Dream Ballers.



Trojans - Tiger Sharks 85-106

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Trojans in Belmopan. Hosts were rolled over by Tiger Sharks 106-85. Tiger Sharks forced 28 Trojans turnovers and outrebounded them 53-41 including 20 on the offensive glass. Tiger Sharks players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. Trojans were plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. Guard Eyan Rene (186) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the effort and Edward Hampton supported him with 20 points and 6 rebounds. Even 21 points and 7 rebounds by forward Jarrel Velasquez (191-1991) did not help to save the game for Trojans. American guard Bryan Hudson (190, college: MWSU) added 16 points and 7 rebounds for the hosts. Five Tiger Sharks and four Trojans players scored in double figures. Trojans' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Tiger Sharks will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Trojans will play again at home against Tiger Sharks and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Tiger Sharks: E.Hampton 20+6reb+3ast, E.Rene 18+11reb+7ast, D.Thomas 15+5reb+2ast, B.White 14+12reb+1ast, T.Griffith 14+7reb+3ast, K.Mack 8+2reb+2ast
Trojans: V.Jarrel 21+7reb+2ast, H.Bryan 16+7reb+2ast, L.Lisanie 10+4ast, K.Nwagboso 10+10reb+4ast, M.Jevaughn 9+2ast, N.Corey 9+6reb+1ast

Western Ballers - Defenders 92-79

The game between closely ranked teams ended with Defenders' road loss to Western Ballaz 79-92. Strangely Defenders outrebounded Western Ballers 52-40 including 18 on the offensive glass. Defenders were plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. The former international Glency Lopez (180-1997, college: Midland CC) notched 18 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and American forward Raymond Hawkins III (208-2000, college: Westcliff) supported him with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Four Western Ballaz players scored in double figures. Even 7 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists by American Nigel Jones (201-1990, college: Talladega) did not help to save the game for Defenders. His fellow American import guard Adio Gbolahan (193, college: Ashland) added 20 points for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Western Ballers: G.Lopez 18+9reb+6ast, H.Raymond 16+10reb+2ast, M.Gordon 16+4reb+2ast, E.Victor 14+2reb+5ast, A.Rhaburn 9+3reb, Z.Smith 9+1reb+1ast
Defenders: G.Adio 20+1reb+3ast, D.Campbell 15+5reb+2ast, P.Shane 12+7reb, L.Jayden 11+1reb+2ast, J.Nigel 7+13reb+4ast, O.Darnell 6+7reb

Running Rebels - Dream Ballers 67-64

Running Rebels edged Dream Ballers in Belize City 67-64. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Running Rebels made 8 blocks. 24 personal fouls committed by Dream Ballers helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American guard William Jr Stanford (190-1998, college: Mobile, AL) scored 14 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and center Matthew Young chipped in 8 points and 14 rebounds during the contest. Forward Arik Nicholas (196, college: ACU) responded with 17 points and 9 rebounds and the former international forward Jihad Wright (193-1993, college: UNCP) scored 12 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Dream Ballers' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Dream Ballers will play next round against Suns trying to get back on the winning streak. Running Rebels will try to continue on its current victory against Dream Ballers in Dangriga.
Top scorers:
Running Rebels: J.William 14+8reb+5ast, P.Kenneth 13+2reb, F.Arana 11+3reb+3ast, H.Kiyjohnte 10+8reb+1ast, M.Young 8+14reb, R.Reneau 8+9reb+5ast
Dream Ballers: A.Nicholas 17+9reb+3ast, W.Jihad 12+9reb+7ast, F.Brandon 10+8reb+1ast, C.Jahiem 8+2reb, F.Antonio 6+1reb, B.Deshawn 5+7reb+3ast