Cup Round 12: Valdivia is defeated by Temuco

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The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Valdivia (6-2) on the court of fourth ranked Temuco on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by Temuco 83-74. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Valdivia. Temuco dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Valdivia's 20. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Malik Thomas (201, college: Norfolk St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists and the former international center Carlos Aranda (200) who added 18 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was Argentinian point guard Nicolas Ferreyra (181-1985) with 19 points and 4 assists. Temuco have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Talca and Sergio Ceppi. Valdivia at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. They share it with Catolica.
Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Santiago: Catolica (#2) and Sergio Ceppi (#3). Sergio Ceppi was smashed at home by 17 points 65-82 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. The winners were led by the former international guard Eduardo Sepulveda (186-1986) who scored that evening 15 points and 5 assists and Lorenzo Cifuentes supported him with 11 points and 7 rebounds. Catolica's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 19 points and 7 rebounds by the former international forward Fabian Aguilera (-1995) did not help to save the game for Sergio Ceppi. Catolica have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Valdivia. Sergio Ceppi lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the third place with five games lost. They share the position with Talca and Temuco.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Puente Alto. Second-best host Puente Alto (5-3) lost to third ranked Boston College (4-4) 59-50. The best player for the winners was Rodrigo Rojas who scored 27 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Marquez Letcher-Ellis who recorded 11 points and 7 rebounds. Puente Alto's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Boston College maintains third position with 4-4 record having four points less than leader Manquehue, which they share with Castro and Municipal C. Loser Puente Alto keeps the second place with three games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 12: Manquehue won against Tinguiririca on the opponent's court 77-70. Winless Aleman lost to defending champion Concepcion in a home game 39-93. Los Leones rolled over Boston College on the road 107-47. Municipal C. crushed Truenos on its own court 85-61. Puerto Varas smashed Puerto Montt in a road game 129-53. Puente Alto destroyed Brisas at home 74-51. Luis Matte lost to undefeated Sportiva Italiana on the opponent's court 67-71. Quilicura rolled over Tomas L. in a home game 100-56. Castro crushed Osorno on the road 94-60. Las Animas smashed Liceo PN on its own court 124-87.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 37 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds by Cristian Amicucci of Las Animas.

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Puente Alto - Boston College 50-59

The game between Top Four teams took place in Puente Alto. Second-best host Puente Alto (5-3) lost to third ranked Boston College (4-4) 59-50. Boston College forced 20 Puente Alto turnovers and outrebounded them 38-27 including 29 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was forward Rodrigo Rojas (-1997) who scored 27 points and 7 rebounds. Lucas Marquez (196) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Marquez Letcher-Ellis (203-1997, college: Nevada) who recorded 11 points and 7 rebounds and center Joaquin Pino (-2000) added 10 points and 4 assists respectively. Puente Alto's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Boston College maintains third position with 4-4 record having four points less than leader Manquehue, which they share with Castro and Municipal C. Loser Puente Alto keeps the second place with three games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.
Top scorers:
Boston College: R.Rodrigo 27+7reb+3ast, M.Lucas 11+10reb, I.Pacheco 8+7reb+3ast, R.Felipe 5+3reb+1ast, C.Sanchez 4+1reb+6ast, P.Cristhian 4+9reb
Puente Alto: M.Letcher-Ellis 11+7reb+1ast, P.Joaquin 10+3reb+4ast, F.Garrido 8+3reb+5ast, L.Miguel 7+3reb, C.Cabrera 7+1reb, A.Ignacio 5+3reb

Tinguiririca - Manquehue 70-77

The game between closely ranked teams ended with second-best Tinguiririca's (5-3) home loss to first ranked Manquehue (7-1) 70-77 on Friday. The best player for the winners was the former international Fernando Schuler (190-1991) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists. Juan Peters (-1993) chipped in 13 points and 4 assists. Five Manquehue players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Derick Machado (-1996) who recorded a double-double by scoring 23 points and 14 rebounds and guard Matias Sepulveda (-1995) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Manquehue have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 7-1 record, which they share with Puerto Varas and Ancud. Loser Tinguiririca keeps the second place with three games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.
Top scorers:
Manquehue: F.Schuler 17+12reb+7ast, J.Schuler 14+5reb+2ast, J.Peters 13+4reb+4ast, F.Atala 12+3reb+2ast, S.Mauricio 10+8reb+1ast, O.Miguel 6
Tinguiririca: M.Derick 23+14reb+1ast, M.Sepulveda 14+5reb+1ast, M.Rebolledo 11+4reb, F.Gonzalez Flores 9+2reb+1ast, N.Pablo 6+1reb, F.Gonzalez Burgos 3+3reb+2ast

Sergio Ceppi - Catolica 65-82

Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Santiago: Catolica (#2) and Sergio Ceppi (#3). Sergio Ceppi was smashed at home by 17 points 65-82 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Catolica outrebounded Sergio Ceppi 43-30 including 33 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Sergio Ceppi's players. The winners were led by the former international guard Eduardo Sepulveda (186-1986) who scored that evening 15 points and 5 assists and center Lorenzo Cifuentes (-1995) supported him with 11 points and 7 rebounds. Catolica's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 19 points and 7 rebounds by the former international forward Fabian Aguilera (-1995) did not help to save the game for Sergio Ceppi. Point guard Adrian Toro (176-1989) added 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Sergio Ceppi players scored in double figures. Catolica have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Valdivia. Sergio Ceppi lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the third place with five games lost. They share the position with Talca and Temuco.
Top scorers:
Catolica: E.Sepulveda 15+4reb+5ast, D.Vicente 14+5reb, L.Cifuentes 11+7reb+1ast, R.Gatica 10+3reb+1ast, A.Pablo 7+6reb+3ast, J.Ignacio Collao 7+2reb+2ast
Sergio Ceppi: F.Aguilera 19+7reb, S.Rodrigo 14+1reb+2ast, A.Toro 13+8reb+4ast, B.Guerra 12+1reb+2ast, N.Saavedra 4+1ast, C.Lorenzo 3+1reb

Aleman - Concepcion 39-93

Rather predictable result in Puerto Varas where top-ranked Concepcion (8-0) smashed bottom-ranked Aleman (0-8) 93-39 on Saturday. Concepcion dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Aleman's 24. They outrebounded Aleman 35-19 including a 27-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was international point guard Diego Silva (186) who scored 17 points. American forward Jerry Evans (203-1990, college: Nevada) chipped in 19 points. Four Concepcion players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Marcelo Villagran (184-1988) who recorded 8 points and forward Otto Schulten (-2002) added 4 points respectively. 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 eight-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 8-0 record, which they share with Sportiva Italiana and Los Leones. Loser Aleman still closes the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with Osorno.
Top scorers:
Concepcion: J.Evans 19+3reb, D.Silva 17+3reb+2ast, C.Milano 14+2reb, E.Luzcando 10+7reb+2ast, S.Carrasco 7+2reb+2ast, D.Andres 7+8reb
Aleman: M.Villagran 8+3reb, B.Gabriel 6+3reb, V.Jose 5+2reb, S.Otto 4+4reb+2ast, J.Alvial 3, D.Velasquez 3

Boston College - Los Leones 47-107

Not a big story in a game in Santiago where 3rd ranked Boston College (4-4) was rolled over by top-ranked Los Leones (8-0) 107-47 on Sunday. Los Leones well out of reach of Boston College shooting 72.1 percent from the field. They outrebounded Boston College 35-12 including a 29-9 advantage in defensive rebounds. Los Leones looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Boston College's players. The best player for the winners was American Tyrone Lee (203-1990, college: GVSU) who had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds (on 14-of-17 shooting from the field). The former international guard Barham Amor (185-1996) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points, 6 rebounds, 14 assists and 6 steals. Five Los Leones players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Rodrigo Rojas (-1997) who recorded 14 points and Emilio Medina (-2003) added 9 points respectively. Boston College's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Los Leones have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-0 record, which they share with Concepcion and Sportiva Italiana. Loser Boston College keeps the third place with four games lost. They share the position with Castro and Municipal C..
Top scorers:
Los Leones: T.Lee 33+12reb+2ast, B.Amor 19+6reb+14ast, I.Carrion 15+5reb+2ast, D.Jones 15+6reb+7ast, L.Eduardo 12+4ast, G.Danko 7+2reb+1ast
Boston College: R.Rodrigo 14+1reb+1ast, M.Emilio 9+1reb+1ast, R.Felipe 7+1ast, D.Torres 5+2reb, P.Jorge 3+1ast, S.Reinoso 3+2reb

Municipal C. - Truenos 85-61

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when third ranked Municipal C. (4-4) outscored at home second-best Truenos (5-3) 85-61 on Saturday. Municipal C. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was center Matias Villagran (199-1988) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Venezuelan center Sergio Mijares chipped in 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Municipal C. players scored in double figures. Municipal C.'s coach felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Nick Morales (187-1985) who recorded a double-double by scoring 19 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists and point guard Ricardo Gomez (176-1993) added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Municipal C. have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 4-4 record having four points less than leader Manquehue, which they share with Castro and Boston College. Loser Truenos keep the second place with three games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.
Top scorers:
Municipal C.: S.Mijares 23+7reb+4ast, M.Villagran 21+13reb+4ast, M.Castro 10+5reb+2ast, M.Andres 10+2reb+3ast, F.Diego 9+2reb+2ast, S.Daniel 5+1reb
Truenos: N.Morales 19+15reb+6ast, R.Gomez 15+5reb+6ast, P.Barraza 8+1reb, M.Martin 7+10reb, V.Agustin 3+1ast, A.Sebastian 3+7reb

Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas 53-129

There was no surprise when 4th ranked Puerto Montt (2-6) was outplayed at home by second ranked Puerto Varas (7-1) 129-53 on Saturday. Puerto Varas dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Puerto Montt's 28. Puerto Varas forced 20 Puerto Montt turnovers and outrebounded them 48-25 including a 38-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Puerto Varas looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Puerto Montt's players. The best player for the winners was Argentinian Nahuel Martinez (188-1995) who scored 23 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). The former international power forward Juan Fontena (196-1987) chipped in 20 points and 7 rebounds. Four Puerto Varas players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international point guard Tomas Alvarez (185-1989) who recorded 18 points and Willington Rodallega (-2005) added 6 points and 5 rebounds respectively. 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 have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Ancud and Manquehue. Loser Puerto Montt keeps the fourth place with six games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams.
Top scorers:
Puerto Varas: N.Martinez 23+4reb+3ast, J.Fontena 20+7reb+1ast, E.Amado 14+2reb+3ast, S.Silva 14+4reb+6ast, A.Pinedo 13+4reb+1ast, B.Felipe 12+2reb+2ast
Puerto Montt: T.Alvarez 18+1reb, U.Marco 7+2reb+3ast, R.Willington 6+5reb+2ast, U.Cristian 5+1reb+1ast, A.Bartsch 4, M.Nelson 3+5reb

Puente Alto - Brisas 74-51

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Puente Alto (5-3) outleveled at home 5th ranked Brisas (1-7) 74-51 on Friday. Puente Alto held Brisas to an opponent 22.2 percent shooting from the field compared to 41.4 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Brisas 54-38 including a 44-31 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Puente Alto made 8 blocks. The best player for the winners was American forward Marquez Letcher-Ellis (203-1997, college: Nevada) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 16 rebounds and 7 blocks. Franco Garrido (181) chipped in 9 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Sebastian Ballesteros (-1996) who recorded 21 points and guard Felipe Oyarzun (187-1989) added 10 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Puente Alto maintains second position with 5-3 record having just three points less than leader Manquehue, which they share with 5 other teams. Brisas lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with seven games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams.
Top scorers:
Puente Alto: M.Letcher-Ellis 22+16reb, P.Joaquin 15+3reb+4ast, V.Bairon 10+5reb+3ast, F.Garrido 9+10reb+3ast, L.Miguel 6+10reb+1ast, C.Cabrera 4+6reb
Brisas: S.Ballesteros 21+4reb+1ast, R.Ian 13+5reb, F.Oyarzun 10+8reb+5ast, C.Eugenio 3+1reb, C.Castillo 2+1reb+1ast, C.Pena 2+3reb

Sportiva Italiana - Luis Matte 71-67

Rather expected game in Valparaiso where 4th ranked Luis Matte (2-6) was defeated by top-ranked Sportiva Italiana (8-0) 71-67 on Sunday. Sportiva Italiana forced 21 Luis Matte turnovers. The best player for the winners was Argentinian power forward Federico Herrera (200-1993) who scored 33 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds. Forward Benjamin Herrera (-2003) chipped in 10 points and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Venezuelan Luis Adrian (-1998) who recorded a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and Pedro Lopez (-1996) added 17 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Sportiva Italiana have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-0 record, which they share with Concepcion and Los Leones. Loser Luis Matte keeps the fourth place with six games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams.
Top scorers:
Sportiva Italiana: F.Herrera 33+9reb, C.Rios 11+3reb+1ast, H.Benjamin 10+4reb+6ast, D.Lubiano 6+5reb, F.Manuel 5+4reb+2ast, D.Dotte 2
Luis Matte: L.Pedro 17+10reb+2ast, A.Luis 17+10reb+4ast, V.Jorge 15+4reb+7ast, F.Soto 8+7reb+2ast, V.Cristian 3+1reb+1ast, P.Ignacio 3+2reb

Quilicura - Tomas L. 100-56

The game between closely ranked teams ended with third ranked Quilicura's (5-3) home victory over 4th ranked Tomas L. (2-6) 100-56 on Sunday. Quilicura dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Tomas L.'s 32. Quilicura forced 31 Tomas L. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Tomas L.'s players. The best player for the winners was Daniel Arcos (190) who had a double-double by scoring 30 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Gabriel Hormazabal chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points, 10 assists and 5 steals (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Four Quilicura players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Vicente Cerda (-1987) who recorded 8 points and 14 rebounds and Ivan Bravo (-2000) added 11 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Quilicura moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Tomas L. keeps the fourth position with six games lost. They share it with 3 other teams.
Top scorers:
Quilicura: D.Arcos 30+12reb+4ast, H.Gabriel 14+3reb+10ast, M.Alvaro 13, S.Fowler 13+7reb+3ast, J.Luis Campos 11+5reb+3ast, E.Rodrigo 8+4reb+1ast
Tomas L.: B.Ivan 11+3reb+1ast, V.Cerda 8+14reb+2ast, C.Joaquin 7+6reb+1ast, S.Charles 6+7reb+1ast, Z.Bastian 6+5reb+2ast, S.Felipe 6+2reb+4ast

Temuco - Valdivia 83-74

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Valdivia (6-2) on the court of fourth ranked Temuco on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by Temuco 83-74. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Valdivia. Temuco dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Valdivia's 20. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Malik Thomas (201, college: Norfolk St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists and the former international center Carlos Aranda (200) who added 18 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was Argentinian point guard Nicolas Ferreyra (181-1985) with 19 points and 4 assists and the former international Jose Del Solar (195-1990) scored 10 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Four Valdivia players scored in double figures. Temuco have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Talca and Sergio Ceppi. Valdivia at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. They share it with Catolica.
Top scorers:
Temuco: M.Thomas 23+11reb+7ast, C.Aranda 18+4reb+1ast, J.Manriquez 12+4reb+2ast, J.Krause 7+4reb+4ast, D.Smythe 6+1reb+1ast, C.Pablo 5+1reb+2ast
Valdivia: N.Ferreyra 19+2reb+4ast, S.Soulodre 14+4reb+1ast, P.Sandoval 10+4reb+2ast, J.Del Solar 10+8reb+5ast, C.Segovia 9+2reb, M.Fabian 8+3reb

Osorno - Castro 60-94

Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Osorno (0-8) was rolled over at home by third ranked Castro (4-4) 94-60 on Sunday. Castro had a 35-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Osorno's players. The best player for the winners was Argentinian forward Gabriel Hermosillas (202-1993) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Forward Cristopher Padilla (191-1987) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. Four Castro players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Jorge Higueras (174) who recorded 8 points and 10 rebounds and Nicolas Gallardo (-2000) added 17 points respectively. 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 position with 4-4 record having four points less than leader Manquehue, which they share with Boston College and Municipal C. Loser Osorno still closes the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with Aleman.
Top scorers:
Castro: G.Hermosillas 22+10reb+5ast, V.Guaico 16+1reb, L.Merida 15+7reb+5ast, C.Padilla 13+12reb+3ast, R.Cardenas 11+2reb+3ast, A.Nicolas 8+5reb+4ast
Osorno: G.Nicolas 17+1reb, V.Omar 8+3reb+1ast, J.Higueras 8+10reb+1ast, O.Kevin 6+7reb+2ast, J.Guzman 6+3reb+2ast, C.Mansilla 6+5reb+2ast

Las Animas - Liceo PN 124-87

Everything went according to plan in Valdivia where third ranked Las Animas (5-3) outscored 5th ranked Liceo PN (1-7) 124-87 on Sunday. Las Animas dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Liceo PN's 34 and made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Liceo PN 42-25 including a 34-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Las Animas looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists. The best player for the winners was Argentinian power forward Cristian Amicucci (200-1985) who had a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds (on 16-of-19 shooting from the field). Spanish Alejandro Vergara (196-1995) chipped in 31 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists. Four Las Animas players scored in double figures. Las Animas' coach felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Brazilian Alexandre Ludwig who recorded 23 points and forward Vicente Cortes (-2001) added 19 points respectively. Las Animas moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Liceo PN lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with 3 other teams.
Top scorers:
Las Animas: C.Amicucci 37+12reb+3ast, A.Vergara 31+8reb+9ast, C.Naranjo 24+3reb+7ast, D.Low 17+9reb+7ast, A.Benjamin 8+4reb, C.Branko 6+4reb+3ast
Liceo PN: L.Alexandre 23, C.Vicente 19+2reb, M.Juan 9+2reb+6ast, F.Figueroa 9+3reb+3ast, G.Linfati 8+1reb+7ast, I.Carlos 6+6reb+3ast



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