Round 11: Puerto Varas hand first loss to Ancud

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The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Ancud (7-1) on the court of second ranked Puerto Varas on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by Puerto Varas 91-83. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Ancud. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Puerto Varas dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Ancud's 34. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international Antonio Pinedo (195) orchestrated the victory by scoring 27 points and 6 assists (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field). Argentinian Nahuel Martinez (188-1995) contributed with 23 points and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Ricardo Armijo (194-1995) answered with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for Ancud. Puerto Varas have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Valdivia and Manquehue. Ancud at the other side still keeps top place with one game lost. Puerto Varas is looking forward to face Puerto Montt (#4) on the road in the next round. Ancud will have a break next round.
Important game to mention about took place in . Fourth ranked Luis Matte (2-5) saved a 1-point victory at home edging 3rd placed Sergio Ceppi (3-4) 68-67 on Saturday evening. It was a great evening for Ronald Reyes (-1999) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Luis Adrian helped adding 17 points and 7 rebounds. Luis Matte's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Julian Maschke (-1999) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds. Luis Matte maintains fourth place with 2-5 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Sergio Ceppi lost third consecutive game. They keep the third position with four games lost. They share it with Castro and Municipal C.. Luis Matte will play against league's leader Sportiva Italiana in Valparaiso in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sergio Ceppi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Santiago Catolica.
A very close game took place in Talca between Municipal C. and Talca. Fourth ranked Municipal C. (3-4) got a very close victory on the road over 3rd placed Talca (3-5). Municipal C. managed to escape with a 3-point win 64-61 in the game for the third place. It was an exceptional evening for Matias Villagran who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds. Jason Watts II came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 13 rebounds for Talca in the defeat. Municipal C. moved-up to third place, which they share with Castro and Sergio Ceppi. Talca lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Municipal C. will meet at home league's second-placed Truenos in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Talca will have a break next round.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 11: Liceo Curico was smashed by Tomas L. on the road 83-58. Castro destroyed Puerto Montt on its own court 95-63. Boston College managed to outperform Brisas in Santiago 73-63. Manquehue rolled over Quilicura at home 90-61. Espanol O. was defeated by Valdivia on the opponent's court 72-60. Truenos smashed Aleman in a home game 88-57. Arabe de Valp. was destroyed by Catolica on the road 109-52. Concepcion outscored Talca on its own court 133-45. Sportiva Italiana rolled over Arabe de Valp. in Valparaiso 84-56. Los Leones defeated Puente Alto at home 72-62. Sergio Ceppi lost to undefeated Sportiva Italiana on the opponent's court 63-99. Las Animas won against Espanol O. in a home game 92-86. Stadio Italiano lost to undefeated Los Leones on the road 39-80.
The most impressive performance of 11th round was 13 points and 7 rebounds by Nicolas Rebolledo of Los Leones.

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Puerto Varas - Ancud 91-83

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Ancud (7-1) on the court of second ranked Puerto Varas on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by Puerto Varas 91-83. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Ancud. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Puerto Varas dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Ancud's 34. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international Antonio Pinedo (195) orchestrated the victory by scoring 27 points and 6 assists (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field). Argentinian Nahuel Martinez (188-1995) contributed with 23 points and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Ricardo Armijo (194-1995) answered with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and international Sebastian Suarez (193-1991, college: Portland St.) added 10 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Ancud. Five Ancud players scored in double figures. Puerto Varas have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Valdivia and Manquehue. Ancud at the other side still keeps top place with one game lost. Puerto Varas is looking forward to face Puerto Montt (#4) on the road in the next round. Ancud will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Puerto Varas: A.Pinedo 27+3reb+6ast, N.Martinez 23+4reb+4ast, J.Fontena 16+12reb+1ast, S.Lloyd 9+4reb+1ast, P.Arroyo 7+6reb+2ast, S.Silva 7+4reb+3ast
Ancud: R.Armijo 21+6reb+4ast, P.Barraza 15+3reb+3ast, R.Vera 13+4reb+4ast, R.Gallegos 10+5reb+1ast, S.Suarez 10+10reb+2ast, M.Pinto 8+1reb

Tomas L. - Liceo Curico 83-58

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Tomas L.'s (2-5) home victory over 5th ranked Liceo Curico (1-7) in San Fernando 83-58 on Saturday. It was an exceptional evening for Gianlucca Polidori (-2002) who led the winners and scored 25 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Joaquin Contreras (-2003) accounted for 15 points and 4 assists for the winning side. Forward Sebastian Riquelme (188-1995) came up with 18 points and 6 rebounds and Manuel Tapia (-1998) added 9 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Liceo Curico in the defeat. Liceo Curico's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Tomas L. maintains fourth place with 2-5 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Liceo Curico lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with Arabe de Valp.. Tomas L. will meet higher ranked Quilicura (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Liceo Curico will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Tomas L.: P.Gianlucca 25+4reb+2ast, C.Joaquin 15+2reb+4ast, Z.Bastian 12+4reb+1ast, S.Maria Hugo 8+5reb+2ast, M.Joaquin 8+1ast, S.Charles 5+14reb+2ast
Liceo Curico: S.Riquelme 18+6reb+1ast, S.Munoz 16+2reb+3ast, T.Manuel 9+10reb+4ast, V.Lenin 6+1reb+1ast, K.Albarran 3+2reb, R.Paulo 2+2reb+1ast

Castro - Puerto Montt 95-63

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both third ranked Castro and 4th placed Puerto Montt had identical 2-4 record. This time Castro used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from Puerto Montt 95-63 on Saturday night. They outrebounded Puerto Montt 46-28 including 31 on the defensive glass. Castro looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Venezuelan Luis Merida (190) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Nicolas Alvarez (-1999) accounted for 11 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side. Five Castro players scored in double figures. Alex Bartsch (-1998) came up with 12 points and 7 rebounds and the former international point guard Tomas Alvarez (185-1989) added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Puerto Montt in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Castro maintains third place with 3-4 record having four points less than leader Manquehue, which they share with Sergio Ceppi and Municipal C. Loser Puerto Montt keeps the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Castro will meet Osorno (#5) on the road in the next round. Puerto Montt will play against the league's second-placed Puerto Varas and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Castro: L.Merida 20+10reb+4ast, V.Guaico 14+2reb+2ast, R.Cardenas 14+3reb+1ast, G.Hermosillas 12+10reb+2ast, C.Padilla 11+10reb+3ast, A.Nicolas 11+8reb+6ast
Puerto Montt: T.Alvarez 12+5reb+2ast, A.Bartsch 12+7reb, U.Marco 10+3reb+4ast, J.Campos 7+5reb, C.Torres 7+2reb+3ast, U.Cristian 7+2reb+3ast

Brisas - Boston College 63-73

Rather predictable result when third ranked Boston College (3-3) won against 5th ranked Brisas (1-6) in Santiago 73-63 on Saturday. Boston College outrebounded Brisas 35-21 including 25 on the defensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for forward Rodrigo Rojas (-1997) who led the winners and scored 23 points. Guard Ivan Pacheco (-1994) accounted for 10 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the winning side. Guard Felipe Oyarzun (187-1989) came up with 7 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and Cristopher Castillo (-1990) added 8 points respectively for Brisas in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Boston College maintains third place with 3-3 record having five points less than leader Manquehue. Brisas lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Liceo PN. Boston College will meet at home league's leader Los Leones in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Brisas will play against the league's second-placed Puente Alto (#2) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Boston College: R.Rodrigo 23+3reb+2ast, M.Lucas 17+6reb+2ast, I.Pacheco 10+8reb+7ast, S.Reinoso 9+3reb, C.Sanchez 5+2reb, D.Torres 5+5reb+2ast
Brisas: S.Jesus 10+1reb, C.Castillo 8+3reb+2ast, S.Roa 7+3reb+1ast, F.Oyarzun 7+5reb+4ast, C.Eugenio 6+4reb, C.Pena 6+1reb+2ast

Luis Matte - Sergio Ceppi 68-67

Important game to mention about took place in . Fourth ranked Luis Matte (2-5) saved a 1-point victory at home edging 3rd placed Sergio Ceppi (3-4) 68-67 on Saturday evening. It was a great evening for Ronald Reyes (-1999) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Venezuelan Luis Adrian (-1998) helped adding 17 points and 7 rebounds. Luis Matte's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Julian Maschke (-1999) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds and Camilo Figueroa (-1995) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds. Four Sergio Ceppi players scored in double figures. Luis Matte maintains fourth place with 2-5 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Sergio Ceppi lost third consecutive game. They keep the third position with four games lost. They share it with Castro and Municipal C.. Luis Matte will play against league's leader Sportiva Italiana in Valparaiso in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sergio Ceppi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Santiago Catolica.
Top scorers:
Luis Matte: A.Luis 17+7reb+3ast, R.Reyes 13+12reb+4ast, V.Jorge 11+1reb+2ast, F.Soto 8+4reb, S.Ricardo 6+2reb, D.Leonel 5+5ast
Sergio Ceppi: M.Julian 15+12reb+3ast, B.Guerra 15+6reb+2ast, F.Aguilera 13+8reb+1ast, F.Camilo 10+11reb+2ast, A.Toro 5+5reb+3ast, S.Rodrigo 5+1reb+1ast

Manquehue - Quilicura 90-61

Not a big story in a game when 3rd placed Quilicura (4-3) was outscored by first ranked Manquehue (6-1) in Santiago 90-61 on Saturday. Manquehue outrebounded Quilicura 44-32 including a 37-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was an exceptional evening for the former international Fernando Schuler (190-1991) who led the winners and scored 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Juan Peters (-1993) accounted for 19 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the winning side. Four Manquehue players scored in double figures. American power forward Shannon Fowler (203, college: UWG) came up with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international forward Jose Luis Campos (189) added 12 points respectively for Quilicura in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Manquehue have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 6-1 record, which they share with Valdivia and Puerto Varas. Loser Quilicura keeps the third position with three games lost. They share it with Las Animas. Manquehue will meet league's second-placed Tinguiririca in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Quilicura will play against Tomas L. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Manquehue: F.Schuler 24+7reb+4ast, J.Peters 19+7reb+7ast, J.Schuler 16+12reb+2ast, F.Atala 15+5reb+1ast, A.Nicolas 8+4reb+1ast, S.Mauricio 4+7reb+3ast
Quilicura: S.Fowler 13+11reb+4ast, J.Luis Campos 12+3reb+1ast, H.Gabriel 11+2reb+1ast, P.Coro 8+4reb+1ast, V.Jean 8+3reb+1ast, M.Alvaro 5+1ast

Valdivia - Espanol O. 72-60

The game between closely ranked teams ended with first ranked Valdivia's (6-1) home victory over second-ranked Espanol O. (5-3) 72-60 on Saturday. Valdivia made 25-of-26 free shots (96.2 percent) during the game. It was an exceptional evening for the former international Gerardo Isla (201-1991, college: Columbia, MO) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 14 rebounds. Argentinian point guard Nicolas Ferreyra (181-1985) accounted for 22 points and 4 assists for the winning side. International Carlos Lauler (190) came up with 18 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and point guard Hector Gomez (188-1987) added 20 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Espanol O. in the defeat. Valdivia maintains first place with 6-1 record, which they share with Puerto Varas and Manquehue. Loser Espanol O. keeps the second position with three games lost. Valdivia will meet Temuco (#4) on the road in the next round. Espanol O. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Valdivia: N.Ferreyra 22+2reb+4ast, G.Isla 18+14reb, M.Fabian 10+6reb+1ast, C.Soto 9+5reb+2ast, J.Del Solar 7+11reb+3ast, C.Segovia 4
Espanol O.: H.Gomez 20+6reb+3ast, C.Lauler 18+7reb+6ast, D.Lowery 10+10reb, M.Sepulveda 6+1reb+1ast, J.Cardenas 3+5reb+3ast, R.Munoz 3+3reb+1ast

Truenos - Aleman 88-57

There was no surprise when bottom-ranked Aleman (0-7) was outleveled by second ranked Truenos (5-2) in Talca 88-57 on Saturday. Truenos shot 20 for 34 from the free-throw line, while Aleman only scored two points from the stripe. Truenos forced 20 Aleman turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for forward Nick Morales (187-1985) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Ricardo Gomez (176-1993) accounted for 24 points for the winning side. Forward Otto Schulten (-2002) came up with 10 points and 9 rebounds and Renato Coloma (-2003) added 7 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Aleman in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Truenos maintains second place with 5-2 record having just two points less than leader Manquehue, which they share with Catolica and Tinguiririca. Loser Aleman still closes the standings with seven games lost. They share the position with Osorno. Truenos will meet Municipal C. (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Aleman will play against the league's leader Concepcion and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Truenos: R.Gomez 24+4reb+3ast, N.Morales 17+14reb+4ast, P.Barraza 17+4reb+1ast, A.Sebastian 9+4reb+1ast, M.Martin 9+2reb+1ast, M.Alessandro 8+7reb+6ast
Aleman: G.Victor 10+5reb+1ast, S.Otto 10+9reb+2ast, C.Jorge 8+2reb+2ast, C.Renato 7+6reb+3ast, D.Velasquez 5+2reb, G.Alonso 5+3reb+2ast

Catolica - Arabe de Valp. 109-52

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Catolica (5-2) crushed 5th ranked Arabe de Valp. (1-7) in Santiago 109-52 on Saturday. Catolica dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Arabe de Valp.'s 22. Catolica forced 30 Arabe de Valp. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Arabe de Valp.'s players. It was an exceptional evening for American forward T.J. Robinson (203-1989, college: LBSU) who led the winners and scored 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international guard Eduardo Sepulveda (186-1986) accounted for 20 points and 5 assists for the winning side. Five Catolica players scored in double figures. Brazilian Pedro Soares (200) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds and center Carlos Ahuile (193-1999) added 7 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Arabe de Valp. in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Catolica maintains second place with 5-2 record having just two points less than leader Manquehue, which they share with Tinguiririca and Truenos. Arabe de Valp. lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with Liceo Curico. Catolica's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santiago to the arena Sergio Ceppi.
Top scorers:
Catolica: E.Sepulveda 20+2reb+5ast, T.Robinson 16+7reb+4ast, G.Munoz 16+3reb+1ast, A.Pablo 14+5reb+3ast, R.Gatica 13+1reb+4ast, D.Vicente 12+5reb+1ast
Arabe de Valp.: P.Soares 12+11reb+3ast, A.Marcelo 7+1reb+1ast, C.Ahuile 7+8reb, D.Valencia 6+6reb+2ast, V.Lucas 5, V.Juan 5

Concepcion - Talca 133-45

Rather expected game when 3rd placed Talca (3-5) was smashed on the road by leader Concepcion (7-0) 133-45 on Sunday. Concepcion dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Talca's 22. Concepcion forced 27 Talca turnovers and outrebounded them 53-25 including a 19-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 51.4 percentage. Concepcion looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Talca's players. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Jerry Evans (203-1990, college: Nevada) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. Venezuelan Carlos Milano (198) accounted for 16 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Five Concepcion players scored in double figures. American forward Jason Watts II (201, college: Lambton, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) came up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds and forward Simon Davies (-2003) added 4 points respectively for Talca in the defeat. 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 seven victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 7-0 record, which they share with Sportiva Italiana and Los Leones. Talca lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Concepcion will meet Aleman (#5) in the next round. Talca will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Concepcion: J.Evans 22+11reb+4ast, E.Arteaga 18+1reb+2ast, C.Milano 16+9reb+2ast, S.Carrasco 15+2reb+6ast, S.Lino 12+8reb, K.Rubio 10+1reb+6ast
Talca: J.Watts II 20+11reb+2ast, D.Matias 9, M.Juan 4+1reb+2ast, D.Simon 4+4reb+2ast, M.Zerene 3+3reb+1ast, F.Jara 2+2reb

Talca - Municipal C. 61-64

A very close game took place in Talca between Municipal C. and Talca. Fourth ranked Municipal C. (3-4) got a very close victory on the road over 3rd placed Talca (3-5). Municipal C. managed to escape with a 3-point win 64-61 in the game for the third place. It was an exceptional evening for center Matias Villagran (199-1988) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds. Venezuelan center Sergio Mijares accounted for 19 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. American forward Jason Watts II (201, college: Lambton, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 13 rebounds and the former international Mohunir Zerene (187-1994) added 15 points and 5 assists respectively for Talca in the defeat. Municipal C. moved-up to third place, which they share with Castro and Sergio Ceppi. Talca lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. Municipal C. will meet at home league's second-placed Truenos in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Talca will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Municipal C.: S.Mijares 19+9reb+3ast, M.Villagran 19+13reb+2ast, M.Javier 9+6reb+2ast, A.Felipe 8+5reb+3ast, M.Andres 5+2reb+2ast, F.Garrido 2+4reb+1ast
Talca: G.Caraboni 15+3reb+2ast, M.Zerene 15+2reb+5ast, J.Watts II 12+13reb, M.Lopez 8+1reb+1ast, C.Ignacio 5+3reb+1ast, R.Sebastian 4+3reb+3ast

Arabe de Valp. - Sportiva Italiana 56-84

Rather predictable result when leader Sportiva Italiana (7-0) rolled over 5th ranked Arabe de Valp. (1-7) in Valparaiso 84-56 on Wednesday. Sportiva Italiana dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Arabe de Valp.'s 30. It was an exceptional evening for Gaspar Hernandez (-1999) who led the winners and scored 30 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Benjamin Herrera (-2003) accounted for 12 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Nicolas Vargas (-2001) came up with 16 points and center Carlos Ahuile (193-1999) added 4 points and 12 rebounds respectively for Arabe de Valp. in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sportiva Italiana have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-0 record, which they share with Concepcion and Los Leones. Arabe de Valp. lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with Liceo Curico. Sportiva Italiana will meet at home Luis Matte (#4) in the next round. Arabe de Valp.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face again at home their local rival from Valparaiso Sportiva Italiana.
Top scorers:
Sportiva Italiana: G.Hernandez 30+6reb+1ast, F.Herrera 14+3reb, H.Benjamin 12+7reb+3ast, C.Rios 9+5reb+1ast, F.Manuel 8+1reb, J.Garcia 4+3reb
Arabe de Valp.: V.Nicolas 16+4reb, A.Marcelo 10+1ast, V.Lucas 7+3reb+1ast, V.Ignacio 6+3reb, A.Tomas 6+1reb, D.Valencia 5+7reb

Los Leones - Puente Alto 72-62

The game between closely ranked teams ended with second-ranked Puente Alto's (4-2) road loss to leader Los Leones (7-0) in Quilpue 62-72 on Wednesday. Los Leones forced 20 Puente Alto turnovers and outrebounded them 39-28 including 24 on the defensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for international forward Ignacio Carrion (201-1993) who led the winners and scored 15 points and 8 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Eduardo Lugo (-2001) accounted for 16 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side. American forward Marquez Letcher-Ellis (203-1997, college: Nevada) came up with 20 points and 9 rebounds and center Joaquin Pino (-2000) added 15 points respectively for Puente Alto in the defeat. Los Leones have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-0 record, which they share with Concepcion and Sportiva Italiana. Loser Puente Alto keeps the second position with two games lost. Los Leones will meet Boston College (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Puente Alto will play against Brisas and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Los Leones: L.Eduardo 16+5reb+2ast, I.Carrion 15+8reb+2ast, R.Nicolas 13+6reb+3ast, B.Amor 9+4reb+4ast, T.Lee 8+10reb+2ast, D.Jones 7+4reb+1ast
Puente Alto: M.Letcher-Ellis 20+9reb+1ast, P.Joaquin 15+4reb+3ast, A.Ignacio 7+1reb, M.Renato 5+2ast, C.Cabrera 4+3reb+2ast, F.Garrido 4+4reb+1ast

Sportiva Italiana - Sergio Ceppi 99-63

Everything went according to plan when leader Sportiva Italiana (7-0) outplayed 3rd placed Sergio Ceppi (3-4) in Valparaiso 99-63 on Friday. Sportiva Italiana dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Sergio Ceppi's 30. They outrebounded Sergio Ceppi 54-30 including a 39-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Sportiva Italiana looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Sergio Ceppi's players. It was an exceptional evening for Argentinian power forward Federico Herrera (200-1993) who led the winners and scored 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Matias Lubiano (-1999) accounted for 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Five Sportiva Italiana players scored in double figures. Julian Maschke (-1999) came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds and the former international forward Fabian Aguilera (-1995) added 23 points respectively for Sergio Ceppi in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sportiva Italiana have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-0 record, which they share with Concepcion and Los Leones. Sergio Ceppi lost third consecutive game. They keep the third position with four games lost. They share it with Castro and Municipal C.. Sportiva Italiana will meet at home Luis Matte (#4) in the next round. Sergio Ceppi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Santiago Catolica.
Top scorers:
Sportiva Italiana: F.Herrera 17+6reb+4ast, M.Lubiano 14+9reb+1ast, J.Barra 13+7reb+3ast, F.Manuel 12+5reb+4ast, G.Hernandez 11+3reb+5ast, C.Rios 10+2reb+1ast
Sergio Ceppi: F.Aguilera 23+2reb+2ast, M.Julian 14+12reb+2ast, C.Lorenzo 9+4reb, F.Camilo 6+3reb+1ast, S.Rodrigo 5+3reb, N.Saavedra 3+2ast

Las Animas - Espanol O. 92-86

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when second-ranked Espanol O. (5-3) lost to third ranked Las Animas (4-3) in Valdivia 86-92 on Sunday. Las Animas dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Espanol O.'s 32. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Argentinian power forward Cristian Amicucci (200-1985) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 31 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists. International Diego Low (190-1997) accounted for 17 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists for the winning side. International Carlos Lauler (190) came up with 20 points and Argentinian point guard Juan Cardenas (-1991) added 16 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Espanol O. in the defeat. Four Espanol O. players scored in double figures. Espanol O.'s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Las Animas maintains third place with 4-3 record having just three points less than leader Manquehue, which they share with Quilicura. Loser Espanol O. keeps the second position with three games lost. Las Animas will meet at home Liceo PN (#5) in the next round. Espanol O. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Las Animas: C.Amicucci 31+18reb+4ast, C.Naranjo 29+1reb+5ast, D.Low 17+11reb+8ast, C.Branko 6+4reb+1ast, A.Vergara 5+10reb+8ast, S.Lorca 4+3reb
Espanol O.: C.Lauler 20+3reb+3ast, H.Gomez 16+5reb+2ast, R.Munoz 16+4reb+3ast, J.Cardenas 16+7reb+3ast, M.Agustin 6+2reb+2ast, D.Lowery 5+6reb

Los Leones - Stadio Italiano 80-39

No shocking result in a game when leader Los Leones (7-0) crushed 4th placed Stadio Italiano (2-6) in Quilpue 80-39 on Sunday. Los Leones outrebounded Stadio Italiano 48-27 including a 17-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for the former international forward Darrol Jones (193-1994) who led the winners and scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. American Tyrone Lee (203-1990, college: GVSU) accounted for 11 points and 11 rebounds for the winning side. Five Los Leones players scored in double figures. Cesar Belmar (-2002) came up with 6 points and 4 assists and the former international Ramiro Galvez (-1996) added 4 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Stadio Italiano in the defeat. Stadio Italiano's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Los Leones have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-0 record, which they share with Concepcion and Sportiva Italiana. Loser Stadio Italiano keeps the fourth position with six games lost. Los Leones will meet Boston College (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Stadio Italiano will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Los Leones: G.Danko 15+5reb, D.Jones 15+6reb+7ast, R.Nicolas 13+7reb+1ast, I.Carrion 11+8reb+1ast, T.Lee 11+11reb, L.Eduardo 10+5reb+2ast
Stadio Italiano: P.Franco 7+3reb, B.Cesar 6+4reb+4ast, N.Sebastian 4+3reb, R.Galvez 4+5reb+2ast, G.Fernandez 4+2reb, R.Felix 4+3reb



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