Liga MB Round 10 of Regular Season

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Second defeat of league's leader A.Lobos (8-2) against fourth ranked Cojute (6-3) 62-53 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of A.Lobos. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Sean Scott (190-1997, college: Pfeiffer) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds. The other American import guard Elijah Wood (198-2000, college: S.Connecticut) contributed with 14 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. American forward Lincoln Smith (196, college: Lamar) replied with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for A.Lobos. Cojute maintains fourth position with 6-3 record. A.Lobos at the other side dropped to the second place with two games lost. They share the position with Santa Ana. They were replaced at the leadership position by Metapan. A.Lobos will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest and make it back to the top of the standings. Cojute will try to continue on its current victory against eighth ranked Santa Tecla on the road.
Important game to mention about took place in San Salvador. Seventh ranked Santiagueno (4-4) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 6th ranked Salvadorenos (4-6) 71-69 in the fight for the sixth place. Colombian center John Hernandez (207-1984) had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 17 rebounds and 4 blocks to lead the charge for the winners and Anders Valencia chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side forward William Merino (187-2000) responded with 16 points and 7 rebounds. Santiagueno moved-up to sixth place. Salvadorenos at the other side dropped to the seventh position with six games lost. Santiagueno will play against Ahuachapan (#10) on the road in the next round. Salvadorenos will have a break next round.
Ahuachapan's fans can finally celebrate the first win of their team after eight consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Brujos (1-8) 92-86 on Tuesday. Conner Kelley notched 30 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort. Even a double-double of 32 points and 10 rebounds by Alejandro de Los Santos did not help to save the game for Brujos. Ahuachapan left bottom position moving up to tenth place, which they share with defeated Brujos. It was Brujos' fourth loss in a row. Ahuachapan will meet at home higher ranked Santiagueno (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Brujos will play against San Miguel (#5) and hope to win that game.

Other games in round 10 were not that significant. Salvadorenos were beaten by Santa Ana on the road 72-68. Metapan destroyed Santa Tecla on its own court 94-70. San Salvador unfortunately lost to Metapan in a road game 94-100.
The most impressive performance of 10th round was 31 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists by Brayan Garcia of Metapan.



Cojute - A.Lobos 62-53:
Second defeat of league's leader A.Lobos (8-2) against fourth ranked Cojute (6-3) 62-53 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of A.Lobos. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Sean Scott (190-1997, college: Pfeiffer) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds. The other American import guard Elijah Wood (198-2000, college: S.Connecticut) contributed with 14 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. American forward Lincoln Smith (196, college: Lamar) replied with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and naturalized American center Marc Montavious (202-1990, college: Georgetown, KY) added 8 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for A.Lobos. Cojute maintains fourth position with 6-3 record. A.Lobos at the other side dropped to the second place with two games lost. They share the position with Santa Ana. They were replaced at the leadership position by Metapan. A.Lobos will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest and make it back to the top of the standings. Cojute will try to continue on its current victory against eighth ranked Santa Tecla on the road.
Top scorers:
Cojute: S.Scott 25+11reb+2ast, E.Wood 14+6reb+3ast, K.Martinez 11+3reb+2ast, M.Hinestroza 6+10reb+1ast, V.Argueta 2+2reb, R.Melendez 2+4reb+1ast
A.Lobos: S.Lincoln 13+7reb+4ast, C.Adebayo 12+5reb, C.Francis 10+1ast, M.Marc 8+10reb+2ast, P.Mario 4+6reb, R.Erick 3+6reb

Santa Ana - Salvadorenos 72-68:
No shocking result in a game when third ranked Santa Ana (8-2) beat at home 6th ranked Salvadorenos (4-6) 72-68 on Monday. Santa Ana made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game, while Salvadorenos only scored eight points from the stripe. Santa Ana looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American swingman Ajang Aguek (206-2000, college: Lander) notched a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds to lead the effort and the other American import guard LeAndrew Knight (190, college: CSUSB) supported him with 21 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Santa Ana players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 18 points and 18 rebounds by Cuban forward Ibrahin Hechavarria (206-2000) did not help to save the game for Salvadorenos. Forward William Merino (187-2000) added 14 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Santa Ana have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with A.Lobos. Loser Salvadorenos dropped to the seventh position with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Santa Ana: A.Aguek 25+14reb+3ast, K.LeAndrew 21+10reb+6ast, C.Arias 11+2reb+1ast, J.Darnell 10+6reb+7ast, L.Portal 3+4reb+2ast, A.Colocho 2+7reb+4ast
Salvadorenos: H.Ibrahin 18+18reb+1ast, R.Erick 16+2reb+4ast, M.William 14+8reb+1ast, R.Marco 7+2reb+1ast, G.Ian 4+7reb+1ast, M.Diego 4+4reb+3ast

Ahuachapan - Brujos 92-86:
Ahuachapan's fans can finally celebrate the first win of their team after eight consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Brujos (1-8) 92-86 on Tuesday. American point guard Conner Kelley (190-1997, college: NNMC) notched 30 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and the other American import center William Benjamin (207-1993, college: Peru St.) supported him with 26 points and 14 rebounds. Even a double-double of 32 points and 10 rebounds by Alejandro de Los Santos did not help to save the game for Brujos. Gustavo Galdamez (190-1996) added 18 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists for lost side. Four Brujos players scored in double figures. Ahuachapan left bottom position moving up to tenth place, which they share with defeated Brujos. It was Brujos' fourth loss in a row. Ahuachapan will meet at home higher ranked Santiagueno (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Brujos will play against San Miguel (#5) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Ahuachapan: K.Conner 30+9reb+4ast, W.Benjamin 26+14reb+2ast, K.Brent 25+4reb+7ast, P.Castro 8+1reb+1ast, J.Castro 3, D.Pimentel 0
Brujos: d.Los Santos Alejandro 32+10reb+3ast, G.Gustavo 18+7reb+8ast, D.Franklin 15+9reb, C.Eduardo 13+1reb+2ast, A.Francisco 6+1reb+1ast, V.Hugo 2+4reb+1ast

Metapan - Santa Tecla 94-70:
Very expected game when 8th ranked Santa Tecla (2-6) was smashed on the road by first ranked Metapan (9-1) 94-70 on Tuesday. Metapan dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Santa Tecla's 32. They outrebounded Santa Tecla 48-36 including a 38-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Metapan made 7 blocks. Cuban forward Yoel Cubillas (204-1994) notched a double-double by scoring 27 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and center Brayan Garcia (200-1998) supported him with 19 points and 7 rebounds. Metapan's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even a double-double of 16 points and 11 rebounds by Eliezer Sanchez did not help to save the game for Santa Tecla. Josue Avila (197-1998) added 17 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Metapan have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-1 record. Santa Tecla lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with six games lost. Metapan will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Santa Tecla will play against San Salvador (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Metapan: Y.Cubillas 27+18reb+4ast, B.Garcia 19+7reb+3ast, A.Tobar 13+4reb+3ast, L.Vasquez 13+5reb+8ast, J.Savoy 8+3reb+2ast, A.Barahona 7+8reb
Santa Tecla: R.Gerardo 19+2reb+2ast, A.Josue 17+6reb+1ast, S.Eliezer 16+11reb, I.Ariel 10+9reb+4ast, H.Demian 3+2reb, A.Daniel 3+2reb+2ast

Salvadorenos - Santiagueno 69-71:
Important game to mention about took place in San Salvador. Seventh ranked Santiagueno (4-4) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 6th ranked Salvadorenos (4-6) 71-69 in the fight for the sixth place. Santiagueno players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. Colombian center John Hernandez (207-1984) had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 17 rebounds and 4 blocks to lead the charge for the winners and Colombian forward Anders Valencia (201-1997) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side forward William Merino (187-2000) responded with 16 points and 7 rebounds and Cuban forward Ibrahin Hechavarria (206-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds. Four Salvadorenos players scored in double figures. Santiagueno moved-up to sixth place. Salvadorenos at the other side dropped to the seventh position with six games lost. Santiagueno will play against Ahuachapan (#10) on the road in the next round. Salvadorenos will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Santiagueno: V.Anders 22+8reb+3ast, H.John 20+17reb+1ast, E.Lara 17+3reb+2ast, G.Diego 8+2reb+16ast, B.Castellon 4+8reb+2ast, C.Quintanilla 0
Salvadorenos: M.William 16+7reb+3ast, H.Ibrahin 14+11reb+1ast, M.Diego 13+4reb+4ast, E.Luis 10+4reb+3ast, R.Erick 8+7reb+7ast, R.Marco 8+2reb

Metapan - San Salvador 100-94:
Very predictable result when first ranked Metapan (9-1) won against at home 8th ranked San Salvador (2-7) 100-94 on Wednesday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Metapan forced 21 San Salvador turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Metapan made 7 blocks. Center Brayan Garcia (200-1998) notched a double-double by scoring 31 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and Cuban forward Yoel Cubillas (204-1994) supported him with 27 points, 8 rebounds, 10 assists and 4 blocks. Even a double-double of 21 points and 19 rebounds by Colombian guard Yovany Del Rosario (185-2002) did not help to save the game for San Salvador. Dominican Bernardo Polanco (189-1994) added 28 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Metapan have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-1 record. San Salvador lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth place with seven games lost. Metapan will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. San Salvador will play against Santa Tecla (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Metapan: B.Garcia 31+13reb+6ast, Y.Cubillas 27+8reb+10ast, L.Vasquez 20+1reb+6ast, J.Savoy 15+1reb, A.Tobar 6+7reb+3ast, A.Barahona 1+2reb
San Salvador: B.Polanco 28+5reb+1ast, Y.Del Rosario 21+19reb, M.Marcos 13+5reb+6ast, F.Fernando 10, S.Kevin 9+5reb+3ast, C.Miguel 5+1reb