LNF Round 4 (Regular Season): Sportiva Ita. keep a leadership position

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The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Sportiva Ita. as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Sportiva Ita. smashed 5th ranked Puente Alto in Valparaiso 89-62. Sportiva Ita. forced 30 Puente Alto turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Andrea Valdes (179-1997) who helped to win the game recording 9 points and 11 rebounds. The former international forward Catalina Perez (195-1997) contributed with 11 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals for the winners. The former international forward Romina Valenzuela (178-1986) replied with 18 points and 8 rebounds for Puente Alto. 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 Ita. have a solid three-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Puente Alto lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with three games lost. They share the position with UCSC. Puente Alto will play next round against Gimnastico trying to get back on the winning streak. Sportiva Ita. will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked CDSC in Santiago.
The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Frontera (2-1) in Temuco. Hosts were defeated by Alemana (4-0) 80-64. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Frontera. Worth to mention a great performance of American center Alexus Johnson (197-1994, college: Texas Southern) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 30 points and 21 rebounds and Tatiana Gomez who added 17 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side point guard Damaris Alarcon (167-2003) responded with 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Alemana have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record. Frontera at the other side keeps the second place with one game lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Alemana will play against Univ.Concepcion (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Frontera will play against Espanol in Talca and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
UCSC's fans can celebrate the first win of their team after three consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Puerto Montt (0-4) 93-56 on Saturday. The winners were led by Josefa Catalan who scored that evening 26 points and 6 rebounds. Even a double-double of 19 points and 10 rebounds by Julieta Ibarra did not help to save the game for Puerto Montt. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. UCSC (1-3) left bottom position moving up to fifth place, which they share with Puente Alto. It was Puerto Montt's fourth loss in a row. They still close the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Gimnastico. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

Other games in round 4 were not that significant. Leones beat Gimnastico on the road 79-69. Winless Gimnastico lost to defending champion Sportiva Ita. on its own court 56-76. Winless Puerto Montt was outscored by Univ.Concepcion in a road game 104-50.
The most impressive performance of 4th round was 25 points and 14 rebounds by Barbara Cousino of Univ.Concepcion.

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UCSC - Puerto Montt 93-56

UCSC's fans can celebrate the first win of their team after three consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Puerto Montt (0-4) 93-56 on Saturday. UCSC had a 30-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The winners were led by Josefa Catalan (-2003) who scored that evening 26 points and 6 rebounds and Barbara Torres (168-2003) supported her with 15 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists. Even a double-double of 19 points and 10 rebounds by Argentinian center Julieta Ibarra (180-1998) did not help to save the game for Puerto Montt. Center Catalina Azocar (-1997) added 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. UCSC (1-3) left bottom position moving up to fifth place, which they share with Puente Alto. It was Puerto Montt's fourth loss in a row. They still close the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Gimnastico. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
UCSC: C.Josefa 26+6reb+1ast, T.Millaray 18+4reb+2ast, T.Barbara 15+8reb+8ast, R.Francisca 6+2reb+3ast, M.Constanza 6+5reb+1ast, P.Betsabe 6+7reb+9ast
Puerto Montt: J.Ibarra 19+10reb+3ast, C.Azocar 12+8reb+5ast, C.Maldonado 8+1reb+2ast, A.Javiera 6+6reb+1ast, O.Josefa 5+1reb+2ast, P.Aguilar 2+1reb

Sportiva Ita. - Puente Alto 89-62

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Sportiva Ita. as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Sportiva Ita. smashed 5th ranked Puente Alto in Valparaiso 89-62. Sportiva Ita. forced 30 Puente Alto turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Andrea Valdes (179-1997) who helped to win the game recording 9 points and 11 rebounds. The former international forward Catalina Perez (195-1997) contributed with 11 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals for the winners. Four Sportiva Ita. players scored in double figures. The former international forward Romina Valenzuela (178-1986) replied with 18 points and 8 rebounds and Cuban center Betsy Guilarte (186-2003) added 15 points and 13 rebounds in the effort for Puente Alto. 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 Ita. have a solid three-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Puente Alto lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with three games lost. They share the position with UCSC. Puente Alto will play next round against Gimnastico trying to get back on the winning streak. Sportiva Ita. will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked CDSC in Santiago.
Top scorers:
Sportiva Ita.: G.Amanda 14+2reb+3ast, B.Monserrat 13+3reb, H.Aliosha 11+7reb+1ast, C.Perez 11+5reb+4ast, P.Martina 10+2reb+3ast, A.Valdes 9+11reb+3ast
Puente Alto: R.Valenzuela 18+8reb+3ast, G.Betsy 15+13reb, O.Josefa 11+2reb+2ast, M.Gamboa 8+9reb+4ast, M.Carolina 4+6reb+3ast, O.Camila 2

Gimnastico - Leones 69-79

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Leones (2-1) beat bottom-ranked Gimnastico (0-4) in Vina del Mar 79-69 on Saturday. The winners were led by U.S. Virgin Islands guard Taylor Jones (173-1997, college: Oakland) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 assists and Canadian forward Nikita Telesford (185-1997, college: Concordia) supported her with 15 points and 16 rebounds. Four Leones players scored in double figures. Even 28 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists by Venezuelan forward Maria Quero (160-1999) did not help to save the game for Gimnastico. Venezuelan power forward Gisell Ramirez (183-2004) added 14 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Leones moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Gimnastico still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Puerto Montt. Leones will meet at home Sergio Ceppi (#4) in the next round. Gimnastico will play against Puente Alto in Santiago and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Leones: T.Jones 28+4reb+10ast, O.Martina 20+3reb+4ast, N.Telesford 15+16reb, L.Soler 12+15reb+2ast, R.Alison 4+1reb+3ast, M.Valentina 0
Gimnastico: M.Quero 28+7reb+5ast, R.Gisell 14+8reb+1ast, B.Daniela 11+5reb+3ast, T.Moyano 8+2reb+3ast, G.Valentina 3+5reb+3ast, A.Bernal 3+3reb+1ast

Frontera - Alemana P. 64-80

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Frontera (2-1) in Temuco. Hosts were defeated by Alemana (4-0) 80-64. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Frontera. Alemana dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Frontera's 32 and made 19-of-20 charity shots (95.0 percent) during the game. Alemana forced 19 Frontera turnovers and had a 39-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American center Alexus Johnson (197-1994, college: Texas Southern) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 30 points and 21 rebounds and the former international center Tatiana Gomez (192-1981) who added 17 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side point guard Damaris Alarcon (167-2003) responded with 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international forward Daniela Troncoso (178-1987) scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Alemana have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record. Frontera at the other side keeps the second place with one game lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Alemana will play against Univ.Concepcion (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Frontera will play against Espanol in Talca and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Alemana P.: A.Johnson 30+21reb+3ast, T.Gomez 17+9reb+3ast, D.Dublo 13+7reb+2ast, A.Moran 10+4reb+1ast, C.Foresto 6+3reb+10ast, S.Pia 2
Frontera: A.Damaris 17+6reb+4ast, D.Troncoso 12+7reb, V.Aylen 10+6reb, C.Constanza 10+8reb, C.Antero 8+3reb, R.Catalina 7+5reb+1ast

Gimnastico - Sportiva Ita. 56-76

Rather expected game when bottom-ranked Gimnastico (0-4) was smashed by third ranked Sportiva Ita. (3-1) in Vina del Mar 76-56 on Wednesday. Sportiva Ita. forced 24 Gimnastico turnovers. The winners were led by Amanda Guineo (-2007) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 10 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and Monserrat Barahona (164-2002) supported her with 11 points and 5 rebounds. Even 16 points and 6 rebounds by Venezuelan forward Maria Quero (160-1999) did not help to save the game for Gimnastico. Forward Valentina Garay (176-2001) added 11 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sportiva Ita. have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader. Loser Gimnastico still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Puerto Montt. Sportiva Ita. will meet league's second-placed CDSC in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Gimnastico will play against Puente Alto (#5) in Santiago and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Sportiva Ita.: A.Valdes 13+2reb, P.Carrasco 12+1reb, B.Monserrat 11+5reb+2ast, G.Amanda 10+11reb+5ast, H.Aliosha 7+5reb+3ast, G.Ingeborg 6+4reb
Gimnastico: M.Quero 16+6reb+2ast, G.Valentina 11+8reb, B.Daniela 9+5reb+2ast, A.Catalina 4+5reb+1ast, R.Gisell 4+9reb, A.Bernal 4+3ast

Univ.Concepcion - Puerto Montt 104-50

Rather predictable result when fourth ranked Univ.Concepcion (2-1) rolled over at home bottom-ranked Puerto Montt (0-4) 104-50 on Sunday. Univ.Concepcion dominated down low during the game scoring 74 of its points in the paint compared to Puerto Montt's 34. Univ.Concepcion forced 38 Puerto Montt turnovers and outrebounded them 47-33 including a 18-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Univ.Concepcion looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Puerto Montt's players. The winners were led by the former international forward Barbara Cousino (178-1996) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds and center Estefania Astudillo (-2001) supported her with 16 points and 6 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Four Univ.Concepcion players scored in double figures. Univ.Concepcion's coach Cipriano Nunez felt very confident using entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even a double-double of 12 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists by Argentinian center Julieta Ibarra (180-1998) did not help to save the game for Puerto Montt. Center Catalina Azocar (-1997) added 11 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Univ.Concepcion moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Puerto Montt still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Gimnastico. Univ.Concepcion will meet Espanol (#4) in the next round. Puerto Montt will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Univ.Concepcion: B.Cousino 25+14reb+3ast, A.Estefania 16+3reb+6ast, M.Lara 14+7reb+1ast, V.Catalina 11+3reb+8ast, V.Vania 9+4reb+5ast, R.Matilde 7+3reb
Puerto Montt: J.Ibarra 12+12reb+4ast, C.Azocar 11+6reb+4ast, O.Josefa 11+4reb, A.Javiera 7+3reb, A.Alarcon 3+1reb+2ast, C.Maldonado 2+3reb+1ast