LNBPF Round 8: Lenadoras climb to the leadership position

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The game had a very big importance for first-ranked Lenadoras as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Lenadoras defeated second-ranked Racers in Saltillo 66-57. Lenadoras shot 23 for 32 from the free-throw line, while Racers only scored seven points from the stripe. They outrebounded Racers 39-25 including a 30-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. 27 personal fouls committed by Racers helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Kala Green (175-1996, college: NC A&T) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 8 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and the other American import forward Shamika Singleton (185-1989, college: Concordia, TX) who added 9 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Mitzi Lopez responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds. Racers' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Quetzales. Newly promoted Racers still keep top with six games lost. Racers will play next round against Teporacas trying to get back on the winning streak. Lenadoras will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game.
The most crucial game of the last round was another loss of Phoenix (2-4) at the home court. Hosts were rolled over by Mieleras (8-0) 97-53. The winners were led by American forward Destiny Campbell (185, college: ECU) who scored that evening 25 points and Mayra Gil supported her with 17 points and 5 assists. Mieleras' coach Jonathan Villegas felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists by Viridiana Ramirez (172-1986) did not help to save the game for Phoenix. Undefeated Mieleras have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-0 record which they share with defeated Phoenix. Phoenix lost third consecutive game. They still keep top place with four games lost. They share the position with Algodoneras. Mieleras will play against Las Plebes (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Phoenix will play against Mexcaltecas (#8) in Tepic and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Barreteras (0-8) against fourth ranked Escaramuzas (5-1) on Sunday night. Visiting Barreteras unexpectedly were defeated by in Jalisco 57-61. The best player for the winners was Jemia Carpenter who had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Megan Garcia produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds for the guests. Barreteras' coach Alejandro Rivera tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Escaramuzas have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 5-1 record. Barreteras at the other side still closes the standings with eight games lost. Escaramuzas will meet Quetzales (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Barreteras will have a break next round.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 8: Quetzales lost to Las Plebes on the opponent's court 77-81. Regias managed to outperform Lobas in a home game 73-65. Teporacas managed to beat Algodoneras on the road 55-54.

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Las Plebes - Quetzales 81-77

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 8th ranked Quetzales (3-5) were defeated on the road by ninth ranked Las Plebes (3-3) 81-77 on Sunday. Las Plebes made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American swingman Jessica Fairweather (178-1989, college: Queens, NY) who scored 32 points and 5 assists. The former international forward Sofia Moreno (185-1988) chipped in 15 points. Las Plebes' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Cuban center Clenia Noblet (190-1987) produced 29 points and 9 rebounds and American point guard Aniese Palmore (165-1994, college: UMW) added 23 points respectively for the guests. Las Plebes moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Atleticas and Mexcaltecas. Quetzales at the other side dropped to the ninth position with five games lost. They share it with Lenadoras. Las Plebes will meet league's leader Mieleras in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Quetzales will play against Escaramuzas (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Las Plebes: J.Fairweather 32+2reb+5ast, S.Moreno 15+2reb+3ast, D.Sanchez 9+1reb, D.Forrest-Higgins 8+5reb+2ast, M.Sofia 6+3reb+1ast, S.Jackeline 5
Quetzales: C.Noblet 29+9reb+1ast, A.Palmore 23+4reb, E.Gutierrez 16+3reb+1ast, T.Garcia 4+2ast, B.Medina 3+3reb, S.Morales 2+5reb+4ast

Phoenix - Mieleras 53-97

The most crucial game of the last round was another loss of Phoenix (2-4) at the home court. Hosts were rolled over by Mieleras (8-0) 97-53. Mieleras dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Phoenix's 34. Mieleras forced 31 Phoenix turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. The winners were led by American forward Destiny Campbell (185, college: ECU) who scored that evening 25 points and Mayra Gil (-2003) supported her with 17 points and 5 assists. Five Mieleras players scored in double figures. Mieleras' coach Jonathan Villegas felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists by Viridiana Ramirez (172-1986) did not help to save the game for Phoenix. The former international guard Angelica Molina (160-1993) added 13 points for the hosts. Mieleras have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-0 record which they share with defeated Phoenix. Phoenix lost third consecutive game. They still keep top place with four games lost. They share the position with Algodoneras. Mieleras will play against Las Plebes (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Phoenix will play against Mexcaltecas (#8) in Tepic and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Mieleras: D.Campbell 25+3reb, G.Mayra 17+3reb+5ast, L.Patricia 14+3reb+2ast, G.Melissa 11+4reb+1ast, B.Silva 10+1reb+6ast, Y.Padilla 9+1reb+2ast
Phoenix: G.Arely 13+3reb+1ast, A.Molina 13+2reb+2ast, V.Ramirez 12+7reb+4ast, A.Priscilla 8+2reb+6ast, L.Lucero 7+9reb+1ast, G.Jennifer 0

Racers - Lenadoras 57-66

The game had a very big importance for first-ranked Lenadoras as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Lenadoras defeated second-ranked Racers in Saltillo 66-57. Lenadoras shot 23 for 32 from the free-throw line, while Racers only scored seven points from the stripe. They outrebounded Racers 39-25 including a 30-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. 27 personal fouls committed by Racers helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Kala Green (175-1996, college: NC A&T) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 8 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and the other American import forward Shamika Singleton (185-1989, college: Concordia, TX) who added 9 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Mitzi Lopez responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds and Cinthya Solis scored 8 points. Racers' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Quetzales. Newly promoted Racers still keep top with six games lost. Racers will play next round against Teporacas trying to get back on the winning streak. Lenadoras will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game.
Top scorers:
Lenadoras: K.Green 21+8reb, F.Fernanda 12+5reb+2ast, S.Singleton 9+11reb+1ast, F.Gonzalez 9+5reb+2ast, P.Evelyn 6+3reb, H.Isis 6+6reb+3ast
Racers: L.Mitzi 19+7reb+1ast, M.Katia 10+1reb+1ast, S.Cinthya 8+4reb+1ast, L.Macias 7+5reb, T.Gisela 4+2reb, J.Tell 3+1reb+1ast

Regias - Lobas 73-65

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when top-ranked Regias (6-0) defeated at home second-ranked Lobas (6-2) 73-65 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Anisleydy Galindo who had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds. The former international Sandra Sanchez (175-1990) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and Puerto Rican Andrea Medina (169-1992) added 16 points respectively for the guests. Four Lobas players scored in double figures. Regias have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Defending champion Lobas dropped to the third position with two games lost. Regias will meet Atleticas (#6) in the next round. Lobas will play against Algodoneras and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Regias: G.Anisleydy 23+12reb+1ast, S.Sanchez 18+6reb+1ast, Y.Amargo 16+4reb+1ast, B.Ana 8+8reb+2ast, N.Lopez 5+4reb+1ast, G.De La Rosa 2+1reb
Lobas: A.Medina 16+4reb+2ast, Y.Boulet 14+11reb+1ast, R.Janeth 12+2reb, I.Martinez 10+6reb+4ast, C.Ruvalcaba 6+4reb+1ast, A.Richards 4+2reb

Algodoneras - Teporacas 54-55

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 9th ranked Algodoneras' (2-4) home loss to eighth ranked Teporacas (4-4) 54-55 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Jessica Torres who scored 9 points and 14 rebounds. Colombian forward Mabel Martinez (180-1986) chipped in 11 points and 8 rebounds. Trinidad and Tobago forward Chervelle Cox (186-1992, college: Central St., agency: Jones Sports International) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds and American guard Brittany Byrd (175, college: UIC) added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Teporacas have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Algodoneras lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team still keep top position with four games lost. They share it with Phoenix. Teporacas will meet at home league's leader Racers in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Algodoneras will play against Lobas in Ciudad de Mexico and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Teporacas: M.Martinez 11+8reb+3ast, T.Jessica 9+14reb+1ast, R.Kehoe 9+9reb, M.Delgado 9+3ast, A.Xicotencatl 8+3reb+1ast, V.Vasquez 7+2reb+1ast
Algodoneras: C.Cox 16+14reb+1ast, B.Byrd 10+7reb+3ast, M.Hanna 9+2reb, D.Marcela 7+5reb+1ast, C.Mejia 6+2reb+1ast, M.Vania 4+2reb+1ast

Escaramuzas - Barreteras 61-57

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Barreteras (0-8) against fourth ranked Escaramuzas (5-1) on Sunday night. Visiting Barreteras unexpectedly were defeated by in Jalisco 57-61. The best player for the winners was American forward Jemia Carpenter (180-1994, college: UT Southern) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Jhoana Moran (157-1993) chipped in 15 points. Carpenter is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. American guard Megan Garcia (173, agency: Gamble Sports Management) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds and Monica Moguel added 11 points and 11 rebounds respectively for the guests. Barreteras' coach Alejandro Rivera tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Escaramuzas have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 5-1 record. Barreteras at the other side still closes the standings with eight games lost. Escaramuzas will meet Quetzales (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Barreteras will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Escaramuzas: J.Carpenter 15+11reb+4ast, J.Moran 15+2reb+3ast, R.Italivy 13+2reb+2ast, N.Ortiz 9+2reb, P.Joselyne 7+8reb+2ast, D.Villalobos 2+2reb+1ast
Barreteras: G.Megan 14+12reb+1ast, M.Monica 11+11reb+2ast, E.Martinez 8+5reb, D.Jesus Monica 7+3reb+1ast, S.Esquivel 7+6reb+3ast, D.Alma 5+2reb+1ast



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