Cup Round 7: Valdivia lose their first game against Las Animas

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Valdivia (4-1) at the home court on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Las Animas (3-2) 86-78. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Valdivia. Las Animas made 24-of-26 free shots (92.3 percent) during the game, while Valdivia only scored six points from the stripe. It was a great evening for Spanish Alejandro Vergara (196-1995) who led his team to a victory scoring 31 points and 7 rebounds. Argentinian power forward Cristian Amicucci (200-1985) helped adding 20 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side Argentinian point guard Nicolas Ferreyra (181-1985) responded with 23 points and 4 assists. Las Animas have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 3-2 record having just two points less than leader Sportiva Italiana, which they share with Catolica. Valdivia at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Las Animas will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Valdivia will play on the road against Liceo PN in Temuco and is hoping to win this game.
Important game to mention about took place in Santiago. Leader Sportiva Italiana (3-0) saved a 2-point derby victory on the road edging leader Catolica (3-2) 69-67 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Catolica. It was an exceptional evening for Gaspar Hernandez (-1999) who led the winners and scored 27 points, 5 assists and 5 steals. Matias Lubiano accounted for 11 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Deiker Salcedo (181-2002) came up with 18 points and 5 rebounds for Catolica in the defeat. Catolica's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Sportiva Italiana have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Los Leones. Catolica at the other side dropped to the third place with two games lost. They share the position with Las Animas. Sportiva Italiana's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Valparaiso Arabe de Valp..
A very close game took place in Santiago between Stadio Italiano and Boston College. Fifth ranked Stadio Italiano (1-2) got a very close home victory over much higher ranked Boston College (2-2). Stadio Italiano managed to escape with a 1-point win 74-73 on Saturday evening. Gabriel Soto fired 22 points for the winners. Rodrigo Rojas produced 18 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Stadio Italiano left bottom position moving up to fourth place. Loser Boston College keeps the second position with two games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Stadio Italiano will meet higher ranked Puente Alto (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Boston College will have a break next round.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 7: Sergio Ceppi won against Arabe de Valp. on the opponent's court 71-56. Tomas L. was outscored by Tinguiririca in a home game 58-83. Winless Aleman recorded a loss to Talca on the road 81-63. Concepcion crushed Municipal C. on its own court 109-67. Winless Temuco was smashed by Espanol O. in a road game 96-69. Puerto Varas destroyed Osorno at home 129-62. Espanol O. outscored Liceo PN on the opponent's court 109-77. Ancud managed to beat Puerto Montt in a home game 84-74.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 22 points and 8 rebounds by Tomas Alvarez of Puerto Montt.

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Arabe de Valp. - Sergio Ceppi 56-71

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 4th placed Arabe de Valp.'s (1-3) home loss to third ranked Sergio Ceppi (3-1) 56-71 on Saturday. Sergio Ceppi forced 21 Arabe de Valp. turnovers. The former international forward Fabian Aguilera (-1995) fired a double-double by scoring 32 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks for the winners. Julian Maschke (-1999) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds. Brazilian Pedro Soares (200) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds and Nicolas Vargas (-2001) added 20 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sergio Ceppi moved-up to second place, which they share with Manquehue and Truenos. Loser Arabe de Valp. keeps the fourth position with three games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Sergio Ceppi will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Arabe de Valp.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Valparaiso to the arena Sportiva Italiana.
Top scorers:
Sergio Ceppi: F.Aguilera 32+10reb+3ast, M.Julian 12+11reb+3ast, F.Camilo 12+3reb, A.Toro 6+4reb+3ast, C.Retamales 4, S.Rodrigo 2+1reb
Arabe de Valp.: V.Nicolas 20+2reb, P.Soares 17+10reb+3ast, S.Andres 5+4reb, J.Ricardo 4+7reb+2ast, M.Benjamin 4+3reb, F.Ortega 3+3reb+1ast

Tomas L. - Tinguiririca 58-83

Rather predictable result in San Fernando where second ranked Tinguiririca (4-1) smashed 5th ranked Tomas L. (1-4) 83-58 on Saturday. Tinguiririca dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Tomas L.'s 32. They outrebounded Tomas L. 54-32 including a 42-28 advantage in defensive rebounds. Derick Machado (-1996) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Forward Felipe Gonzalez Burgos (183-1998) chipped in 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Tinguiririca players scored in double figures. Gianlucca Polidori (-2002) produced 18 points and 9 rebounds and Joaquin Contreras (-2003) added 9 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Tinguiririca keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Tomas L. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth place with four games lost. They share the position with Puerto Montt. Tinguiririca will meet at home Liceo Curico (#4) in the next round. Tomas L. will play against the league's second-placed Manquehue in Santiago and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Tinguiririca: M.Derick 22+13reb+1ast, F.Gonzalez Burgos 19+9reb+4ast, M.Sepulveda 13+6reb+6ast, F.Gonzalez Flores 12+3reb+2ast, S.Fernandez 8+4reb+1ast, J.Carrasco 7+3reb+1ast
Tomas L.: P.Gianlucca 18+9reb+3ast, A.Hans 9+3reb+1ast, C.Joaquin 9+4reb+1ast, T.Daniel 7+2reb+2ast, R.Camilo 6+4reb+2ast, V.Cerda 3+4reb+1ast

Talca - Aleman 81-63

The game between closely ranked teams ended with bottom-ranked Aleman's (0-5) road loss to fourth ranked Talca (2-2) 63-81 on Sunday. Talca forced 20 Aleman turnovers and outrebounded them 45-29 including 32 on the defensive glass. American forward Jason Watts II (201, college: Lambton, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. The former international forward Gianncarlo Caraboni chipped in 23 points and 5 assists. Watts II is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Gabriel Beltran (-2002) produced 17 points and 7 rebounds and forward Jonathan Alvial (188-1988) added 14 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Talca moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Aleman still closes the standings with five games lost. They share the position with Temuco and Osorno. Talca will meet Municipal C. (#4) in the next round. Aleman will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Talca: G.Caraboni 23+3reb+5ast, J.Watts II 21+12reb+2ast, Z.Diego 20+1reb+6ast, A.David 6+1reb, M.Juan 3+7reb, R.Benjamin 3+4reb+4ast
Aleman: B.Gabriel 17+7reb+2ast, J.Alvial 14+1reb, C.Roman 7, C.Jose 7+2reb+3ast, C.Jorge 6+1ast, G.Alonso 6+4reb

Concepcion - Municipal C. 109-67

Everything went according to plan when leader Concepcion (5-0) outscored at home 3rd placed Municipal C. (1-3) 109-67 on Saturday. Concepcion dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Municipal C.'s 26. Concepcion forced 21 Municipal C. turnovers and outrebounded them 49-34 including 37 on the defensive glass. International point guard Sebastian Carrasco (180-2000) fired 20 points and 6 assists for the winners. Venezuelan Carlos Milano (198) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds. Five Concepcion players scored in double figures. Center Matias Villagran (199-1988) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and Venezuelan center Sergio Mijares added 18 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Concepcion have an impressive series of five victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 5-0 record, which they share with Ancud. Loser Municipal C. dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Concepcion will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Municipal C. will play against Talca (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Concepcion: S.Carrasco 20+4reb+6ast, D.Silva 20+2reb+2ast, E.Arteaga 16+1reb+4ast, J.Evans 12+9reb+1ast, E.Marechal 12+8reb+1ast, C.Milano 12+11reb+1ast
Municipal C.: S.Mijares 18+3reb+1ast, M.Villagran 17+11reb+1ast, M.Castro 14+1reb+5ast, M.Andres 9+6reb, E.Viveros 6+6reb+2ast, V.Esteban 3+1reb

Espanol O. - Temuco 96-69

There was no surprise when bottom-ranked Temuco (0-5) was outplayed on the road by second ranked Espanol O. (4-1) 96-69 on Saturday. Espanol O. forced 29 Temuco turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American center Dishon Lowery (200-1998, college: OKBU) fired a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. International Carlos Lauler (190) chipped in 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Haitian forward Heder Louis produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 17 rebounds and the former international center Carlos Aranda (200) added 15 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Espanol O. have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Temuco still closes the standings with five games lost. They share the position with Osorno and Aleman. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Espanol O.: C.Lauler 22+5reb+4ast, H.Gomez 20+6reb+5ast, D.Lowery 18+12reb+2ast, M.Pino 9, R.Munoz 8+1reb+5ast, J.Cardenas 8+1reb+4ast
Temuco: L.Heder 15+17reb, C.Aranda 15+2reb+1ast, M.Thomas 8+6reb+1ast, R.Cruces 7+4ast, D.Smythe 5+3reb+2ast, J.Krause 5+1reb+2ast

Valdivia - Las Animas 78-86

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Valdivia (4-1) at the home court on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Las Animas (3-2) 86-78. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Valdivia. Las Animas made 24-of-26 free shots (92.3 percent) during the game, while Valdivia only scored six points from the stripe. It was a great evening for Spanish Alejandro Vergara (196-1995) who led his team to a victory scoring 31 points and 7 rebounds. Argentinian power forward Cristian Amicucci (200-1985) helped adding 20 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Las Animas players scored in double figures. At the losing side Argentinian point guard Nicolas Ferreyra (181-1985) responded with 23 points and 4 assists and the former international Gerardo Isla (201-1991, college: Columbia, MO) scored 20 points and 7 rebounds. Las Animas have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 3-2 record having just two points less than leader Sportiva Italiana, which they share with Catolica. Valdivia at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Las Animas will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Valdivia will play on the road against Liceo PN in Temuco and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Las Animas: A.Vergara 31+7reb+3ast, C.Amicucci 20+14reb+4ast, C.Naranjo 19+3reb+2ast, D.Low 13+6reb+9ast, C.Branko 3+2reb+1ast, P.Alejandro 0
Valdivia: N.Ferreyra 23+1reb+4ast, G.Isla 20+7reb, M.Fabian 15+5reb+3ast, C.Soto 8+2reb+1ast, C.Segovia 5+2reb, J.Del Solar 4+13reb+4ast

Puerto Varas - Osorno 129-62

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Puerto Varas (4-1) outleveled at home bottom-ranked Osorno (0-5) 129-62 on Saturday. Puerto Varas dominated down low during the game scoring 78 of its points in the paint compared to Osorno's 32. They outrebounded Osorno 46-19 including a 17-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Puerto Varas looked well-organized offensively handing out 40 assists comparing to just 18 passes made by Osorno's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Puerto Varas made 7 blocks. American center Travion Leonard (205-1993, college: Barry, agency: Interperformances) fired 19 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Guard Patricio Arroyo (185-1996) chipped in 15 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 blocks. Five Puerto Varas players scored in double figures. Omar Velazco produced 18 points and guard Jose Canicura added 14 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Puerto Varas keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Osorno still closes the standings with five games lost. They share the position with Temuco and Aleman. Puerto Varas will meet Castro (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Osorno will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Puerto Varas: T.Leonard 19+9reb+3ast, N.Martinez 18+4reb+6ast, J.Fontena 16+6reb+5ast, C.Villagran 15+7reb+3ast, P.Arroyo 15+6reb+8ast, E.Amado 15+2reb+3ast
Osorno: V.Omar 18+3reb+1ast, J.Canicura 14+3reb+4ast, J.Higueras 13+4reb+1ast, G.Nicolas 5+1reb+2ast, J.Guzman 4+1reb+2ast, C.Mansilla 4+4reb+6ast

Catolica - Sportiva Italiana 67-69

Important game to mention about took place in Santiago. Leader Sportiva Italiana (3-0) saved a 2-point derby victory on the road edging leader Catolica (3-2) 69-67 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Catolica. Catolica was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was an exceptional evening for Gaspar Hernandez (-1999) who led the winners and scored 27 points, 5 assists and 5 steals. Guard Matias Lubiano (-1999) accounted for 11 points and 14 rebounds for the winning side. Forward Deiker Salcedo (181-2002) came up with 18 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Pablo Allegrini (-2000) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Catolica in the defeat. Catolica's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Sportiva Italiana have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Los Leones. Catolica at the other side dropped to the third place with two games lost. They share the position with Las Animas. Sportiva Italiana's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Valparaiso Arabe de Valp..
Top scorers:
Sportiva Italiana: G.Hernandez 27+4reb+5ast, M.Lubiano 11+14reb+1ast, H.Benjamin 9+7reb+2ast, J.Barra 7+6reb, J.Garcia 6+1reb, C.Rios 5+2reb
Catolica: S.Deiker 18+5reb+2ast, A.Pablo 13+6reb+3ast, T.Robinson 9+11reb+1ast, E.Sepulveda 9+1reb+1ast, L.Cifuentes 6+1reb+1ast, R.Gatica 4+4reb

Stadio Italiano - Boston College 74-73

A very close game took place in Santiago between Stadio Italiano and Boston College. Fifth ranked Stadio Italiano (1-2) got a very close home victory over much higher ranked Boston College (2-2). Stadio Italiano managed to escape with a 1-point win 74-73 on Saturday evening. Gabriel Soto (-2002) fired 22 points for the winners. The former international Ramiro Galvez (-1996) chipped in 12 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Rodrigo Rojas (-1997) produced 18 points and 8 rebounds and guard Ivan Pacheco (-1994) added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Four Boston College players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Stadio Italiano left bottom position moving up to fourth place. Loser Boston College keeps the second position with two games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Stadio Italiano will meet higher ranked Puente Alto (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Boston College will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Stadio Italiano: S.Gabriel 22+2ast, R.Galvez 12+7reb+1ast, F.Ferrer 9+3reb, B.Cesar 7+3reb+2ast, E.Joaquin 7+1ast, A.Gomez 6+2reb+1ast
Boston College: R.Rodrigo 18+8reb+2ast, C.Sanchez 17+1reb+1ast, I.Pacheco 13+5reb+5ast, M.Lucas 11+7reb+1ast, D.Torres 6+4reb+3ast, R.Gatica 6+5reb+1ast

Liceo PN - Espanol O. 77-109

Rather expected game in Temuco where 4th placed Liceo PN (1-3) was crushed by second ranked Espanol O. (4-1) 109-77 on Sunday. Espanol O. outrebounded Liceo PN 41-28 including 32 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. International Carlos Lauler (190) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Point guard Hector Gomez (188-1987) chipped in 27 points and 5 assists. Brazilian Alexandre Ludwig produced 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and center Francisco Figueroa (-1996) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Espanol O. and four Liceo PN players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Espanol O. have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Liceo PN keeps the fourth place with three games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Espanol O. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Liceo PN will play against the league's leader Valdivia (#1) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Espanol O.: H.Gomez 27+4reb+5ast, R.Munoz 25+2reb+4ast, C.Lauler 21+10reb+5ast, M.Sepulveda 13+6reb, D.Lowery 12+15reb+3ast, M.Cristobal 7
Liceo PN: L.Alexandre 22+5reb+5ast, F.Figueroa 14+7reb+1ast, F.Acuna 13+3reb+1ast, J.Holt 11+6reb+4ast, D.Urrutia 5+1reb, G.Linfati 4+2ast

Ancud - Puerto Montt 84-74

Rather predictable result when leader Ancud (5-0) defeated at home 4th placed Puerto Montt (1-4) 84-74 on Sunday. Ancud forced 20 Puerto Montt turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. International Sebastian Suarez (193-1991, college: Portland St.) fired 19 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Pablo Barraza (184-1994) chipped in 17 points. Five Ancud players scored in double figures. The former international point guard Tomas Alvarez (185-1989) produced 22 points and 8 rebounds and Cristian Urrutia (-1999) added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Ancud have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 5-0 record, which they share with Concepcion. Puerto Montt lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with four games lost. They share it with Tomas L.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Ancud: S.Suarez 19+6reb+2ast, P.Barraza 17+4reb+2ast, M.Pinto 12+4reb+4ast, F.Alippi 11+8reb, F.Pavez 10+3reb+9ast, R.Vera 10+9reb+1ast
Puerto Montt: T.Alvarez 22+8reb+3ast, U.Cristian 13+5reb+7ast, A.Bartsch 10+6reb, H.Gustavo 9+2reb, M.Nelson 8+12reb, Y.Romero 6+8reb+1ast



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