TBN Round 3 (Regular Season): UNAN de lose to San Isidro

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

UNAN de (2-1) recorded a loss in Managua on Saturday night. Hosts were edged by San Isidro (2-2) 62-60. 25 personal fouls committed by UNAN de helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Esmilder Rojas (187-1985) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Dwight Real (-1997) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Angel Hernandez who recorded a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game.
Another exciting game was played in Leon between Jaguares and UNAN de L. where Jaguares (4-0) beat UNAN de L. (3-1) on the road 78-65. It was a good game for the former international Kevin Andino (186-2002) who led his team to a victory with 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Troy Watson contributed with 11 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. The former international guard Vansdell Thomas (185-1986) answered with 27 points and 6 rebounds for UNAN de. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Jaguares delivered the fourth consecutive victory on Saturday night. This time they crushed Alcaldia Alma (0-5) 113-46 in Managua. It was a great evening for Herman Mullins who led his team to a victory scoring 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was Eliezer Lopez with 12 points and 9 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.

Other games of round 3 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
UNAN de crushed Alcaldia Alma in Managua 98-43. San Judas were beaten by UNAN de at home 68-82. Winless Indigenas lost to Jass on the opponent's court 65-72. Carazo unfortunately lost to Bonanza in a home game 80-84. Winless Leon recorded a loss to Hurricane on the road 65-70. San Isidro was defeated by San Judas on its own court 65-70. Tipitapa beat Leones in Managua 80-62. Winless Alcaldia Alma lost to undefeated Real Esteli at home 59-79. Bonanza unfortunately lost to Jass on the opponent's court 49-59. Winless Indigenas recorded a loss to Carazo in a home game 58-74. Tigres defeated Caribbean Coast on the road 47-42. Winless Leon was beaten by Leones on its own court 65-74. Hurricane lost to undefeated Tipitapa in Managua 73-95.
The best stats of 3rd round was 12 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists by Romario Ponce of Tipitapa.



Alcaldia Alma - UNAN de M. 43-98

There was no surprise in Managua where Alcaldia Alma (0-5) was crushed by UNAN de (2-1) 98-43 on Wednesday. UNAN de held Alcaldia Alma to an opponent 23.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 50.6 percent accuracy of the winners. UNAN de forced 33 Alcaldia Alma turnovers and outrebounded them 58-34 including a 38-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for power forward Elgin Mejia (-2001) who led his team to a victory scoring 29 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists and 7 steals. American point guard Jordan Ramirez (178) helped adding 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Four UNAN de M. players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Eliezer Lopez with 10 points and 8 rebounds and Diego Sevilla scored 7 points and 8 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
UNAN de M.: M.Elgin 29+9reb+8ast, G.Handerling 15+4reb+3ast, J.Ramirez 12+9reb+4ast, C.Elli 10+11reb+1ast, C.David 10+3reb+1ast, H.Angel 9+8reb
Alcaldia Alma: L.Eliezer 10+8reb, S.Diego 7+8reb+1ast, G.James 6+1reb, H.Sheiron 6+4reb+2ast, G.Cesar 5+4reb+1ast, S.David 4+1reb+1ast

San Judas - UNAN de L. 68-82

But San Judas were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Leon 82-68 on Saturday night. UNAN de forced 21 San Judas turnovers. It was a great evening for the former international guard Vansdell Thomas (185-1986) who led his team to a victory scoring 23 points and 5 rebounds. The former international point guard Sharlon Hodgson (183-1994) helped adding 11 points and 7 assists. Four UNAN de L. players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Luis Quintero (-1993) with 22 points and 7 rebounds and the former international center Rudy Taylor (198-1983) scored 10 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
UNAN de L.: V.Thomas 23+5reb+3ast, H.Milton 12+6reb, S.Hodgson 11+4reb+7ast, D.Walter 11+7reb+3ast, R.Jeter 9+2reb+1ast, S.Argels 8+9reb
San Judas: L.Quintero 22+7reb+2ast, O.Michael 14+3reb+1ast, R.Taylor 10+9reb, H.Hensher 8+4reb, A.Jared 8+4reb+3ast, E.Jerssan 3+4reb+1ast

Jass - Indigenas 72-65

Very expected game in Managua where Indigenas (0-4) were defeated by Jass (2-2) 72-65 on Saturday. Jass forced 19 Indigenas turnovers. It was a great evening for Michael Lampson who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 14 rebounds. Brandon Reyes helped adding 19 points and 6 rebounds. The best for the losing side was swingman Byron Castillo (190-1979) with 26 points and 7 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field) and Jonhy Jaen scored 12 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Jass: R.Brandon 19+6reb+1ast, T.Sergio 16+5reb+1ast, L.Michael 13+14reb+3ast, J.Serrano 8+3reb+2ast, V.David 5+3reb, D.Gabriel 5+1ast
Indigenas: B.Castillo 26+7reb, J.Jonhy 12+6reb+2ast, H.Johnston 10+4reb+2ast, C.Elio 5, M.Franklin 5+3reb, G.Juan 4+1ast

UNAN de M. - San Isidro 60-62

UNAN de (2-1) recorded a loss in Managua on Saturday night. Hosts were edged by San Isidro (2-2) 62-60. 25 personal fouls committed by UNAN de helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Esmilder Rojas (187-1985) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Dwight Real (-1997) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Angel Hernandez who recorded a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and power forward Elgin Mejia (-2001) added 16 points and 6 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
San Isidro: R.Dwight 18+5reb+3ast, E.Rojas 12+11reb+6ast, O.Marcos 12+4reb, D.Gomez 9+11reb+4ast, R.Ronmel 6, C.Alberth 2+1reb
UNAN de M.: H.Angel 19+10reb+1ast, M.Elgin 16+6reb+3ast, G.Handerling 6+3reb+7ast, J.Ramirez 6+3reb, C.Gabriel 5+1reb, C.Elli 4+6reb

Jaguares - Alcaldia Alma 113-46

Jaguares delivered the fourth consecutive victory on Saturday night. This time they crushed Alcaldia Alma (0-5) 113-46 in Managua. Jaguares dominated down low during the game scoring 80 of its points in the paint compared to Alcaldia Alma's 24. Jaguares forced 52 Alcaldia Alma turnovers and outrebounded them 48-34 including a 19-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. Jaguares looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Alcaldia Alma's players. It was a great evening for forward Herman Mullins (-2003) who led his team to a victory scoring 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Mario Garcia (182-2000) helped adding 15 points. The best for the losing side was Eliezer Lopez with 12 points and 9 rebounds and Jaymar Hodgson scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Jaguares: M.Garcia 15+2reb+2ast, M.Herman 11+7reb+4ast, C.Lesther 10+1reb, S.Rodrigo 10+5reb+2ast, G.Deybi 9+8reb, V.Nahum 8+4reb+1ast
Alcaldia Alma: L.Eliezer 12+9reb+1ast, H.Jaymar 11+7reb+1ast, G.Cesar 7+5reb+2ast, S.Diego 4+6reb, H.Axel 4+1reb+2ast, C.Hernandez 3+1reb+1ast

Carazo - Bonanza 80-84

Very predictable result in Jinotepe where Bonanza (2-2) beat Carazo (2-2) 84-80 on Saturday. Bonanza outrebounded Carazo 42-27 including a 17-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Bonanza looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for point guard Richard Mairena who led his team to a victory scoring 16 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Forward Norvin Mairena helped adding 12 points and 7 rebounds. Five Bonanza players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Armando Martinez (190-1988) with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and Luis Jarquin (-1994) scored 21 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
Bonanza: L.Didiert 17+3reb, M.Richard 16+8reb+4ast, F.Jose 12+2reb+3ast, M.Norvin 12+7reb+3ast, P.Jairo 10+5reb+3ast, S.Rommel 6+4reb+1ast
Carazo: A.Martinez 22+5reb+6ast, J.Luis 21+4reb+3ast, G.Carlos 11+4reb+2ast, C.Carlos 8+5reb+1ast, R.Samuel 8+4reb, B.Jose 4+1reb

Hurricane - Leon 70-65

Not a big story in a game in Managua where Leon (0-4) was defeated by Hurricane (3-1) 70-65 on Sunday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Hurricane forced 27 Leon turnovers. It was a great evening for guard Yassir Cruz (-1999) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds. Jose Arce helped adding 4 points and 13 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Australian guard Joel Wagner (181-1987) with 21 points and 4 assists and Cristopher Vargas Peralta scored 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
Hurricane: C.Yassir 26+13reb+3ast, P.Hans 9+7reb, A.Kenny 9+2reb+2ast, M.Micaias 8+1reb+3ast, C.Darwing 4+3reb+2ast, T.Kenrick 4+3reb
Leon: J.Wagner 21+4reb+4ast, P.Cristopher Vargas 18+5reb+5ast, V.Denis 7+7reb, M.Wiron 5+9reb, V.Ronaldo 5+11reb+2ast, C.Julio 4

UNAN de L. - Jaguares 65-78

Another exciting game was played in Leon between Jaguares and UNAN de L. where Jaguares (4-0) beat UNAN de L. (3-1) on the road 78-65. Jaguares forced 22 UNAN de turnovers. It was a good game for the former international Kevin Andino (186-2002) who led his team to a victory with 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international Troy Watson (197-1982) contributed with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Four Jaguares players scored in double figures. The former international guard Vansdell Thomas (185-1986) answered with 27 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Milton Hernandez added 9 points and 14 rebounds in the effort for UNAN de. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Jaguares: A.Kevin 17+8reb+5ast, T.Watson 11+10reb+1ast, M.Garcia 11+2reb+1ast, C.Lesther 10+1reb+3ast, V.Nahum 9, G.Josafat 8+6reb+7ast
UNAN de L.: V.Thomas 27+6reb+1ast, D.Walter 13+1reb, H.Milton 9+14reb+1ast, S.Hodgson 8+6reb+2ast, R.Jeter 5+6reb+1ast, S.Argels 2+9reb

San Isidro - San Judas 65-70

There was a surprise result in Matagalpa where San Judas (2-2) won against San Isidro (2-2) 70-65 on Sunday. San Judas held San Isidro to an opponent 24.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 36.6 percent accuracy of the winners. It was a great evening for the former international center Rudy Taylor (198-1983) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 17 rebounds. Jonathan Aviles helped adding 19 points. The best for the losing side was Esmilder Rojas (187-1985) with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists and Dwight Real (-1997) scored 17 points and 6 assists. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
San Judas: A.Jonathan 19+4reb+1ast, R.Taylor 16+17reb+1ast, H.Hensher 8+8reb+1ast, O.Michael 6+2reb+1ast, A.Marvin 6+7reb, A.Jared 5
San Isidro: E.Rojas 25+14reb+5ast, R.Dwight 17+4reb+6ast, D.Gomez 9+8reb+3ast, O.Marcos 5+8reb, C.Rodriguez 4+6reb+1ast, C.Alberth 2+2reb

Leones - Tipitapa 62-80

There was no surprise in Managua where Leones (2-2) were defeated by Tipitapa (3-0) 80-62 on Sunday. Tipitapa forced 24 Leones turnovers. Strangely Leones outrebounded Tipitapa 35-21 including 24 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for the former international center Roger Munoz (208-1984, college: Trinity Valley) who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points and 6 rebounds. Point guard Kevin Alvarado (180-1998) helped adding 13 points. The best for the losing side was Rogelio Bermudez (-2003) with 15 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and Bryant Aguilar scored 7 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Tipitapa: R.Munoz 17+6reb, S.Franco 16+1ast, A.Kevin 13+2reb+2ast, R.Ponce 9+2reb+2ast, R.Oscar 8+2reb, A.Borge 7+3reb+1ast
Leones: B.Rogelio 15+7reb+6ast, M.Webeans 13+4reb, L.Darwell 10+1reb, D.Kevin 8+1reb, A.Bryant 7+7reb+4ast, O.Jhon 4+1ast

Alcaldia Alma - Real Esteli 59-79

No shocking result in a game in Managua where Real Esteli (3-0) smashed Alcaldia Alma (0-5) 79-59 on Sunday. Real Esteli dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Alcaldia Alma's 36. Real Esteli forced 27 Alcaldia Alma turnovers and outrebounded them 53-42 including 18 on the offensive glass. It was a great evening for Nishon Thomas who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds. Guard Kevin Gutierrez (-2002) helped adding 17 points and 5 rebounds. Four Real Esteli players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Jaymar Hodgson with 17 points and 5 rebounds and Eliezer Lopez produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Real Esteli: T.Nishon 19+14reb+1ast, G.Kevin 17+5reb+3ast, R.Axel 16+7reb, D.Deo 14+8reb+1ast, B.Tyler 9+1reb+1ast, G.Keylor 2+4reb+1ast
Alcaldia Alma: H.Jaymar 17+5reb+1ast, R.Jhonny 11+4reb, L.Eliezer 10+12reb, C.Hernandez 7+3reb+3ast, G.Cesar 5+4reb+3ast, H.Axel 5+6reb+1ast

Jass - Bonanza 59-49

There was a minor upset in Managua where Bonanza (2-2) was defeated by Jass (2-2) 59-49 on Sunday. Jass held Bonanza to an opponent 24.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 29.9 percent accuracy of the winners. Jass forced 27 Bonanza turnovers. It was a great evening for Michael Lampson who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 19 rebounds and 6 blocks. Brandon Reyes helped adding 17 points and 10 rebounds. The best for the losing side was forward Norvin Mairena with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and Rommel Solorzano produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Jass: R.Brandon 17+10reb+1ast, J.Serrano 14+7reb+3ast, L.Michael 10+19reb+3ast, V.David 8+3reb+3ast, T.Sergio 5+3reb, T.Edward 3+1reb
Bonanza: M.Norvin 16+12reb, S.Rommel 10+11reb, L.Didiert 8+4reb+1ast, P.Jairo 7+8reb, M.Richard 2+5reb+1ast, F.Jose 2+2reb+1ast

Indigenas - Carazo 58-74

Very predictable result in Matagalpa where Carazo (2-2) beat Indigenas (0-4) 74-58 on Sunday. Carazo outrebounded Indigenas 46-35 including 33 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for Luis Jarquin (-1994) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds. The former international guard Armando Martinez (190-1988) helped adding 12 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists. The best for the losing side was swingman Byron Castillo (190-1979) with 16 points and 5 steals and Jonhy Jaen scored 15 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Carazo: J.Luis 21+13reb+2ast, A.Martinez 12+6reb+10ast, J.Rocnelee 10+7reb+1ast, B.Jose 6+4reb, S.Francisco 6+1reb, C.Carlos 6+9reb+1ast
Indigenas: B.Castillo 16+4reb+2ast, J.Jonhy 15+2reb+2ast, H.Johnston 9+1reb+2ast, G.Juan 6+1reb, M.Norberto 5+3reb+1ast, B.Francisco 4+11reb+1ast

Caribbean Coast - Tigres 42-47

There was a minor upset in Managua where Caribbean Coast (1-2) was defeated by Tigres (1-2) 47-42 on Sunday. Tigres held Caribbean Coast to an opponent 23.1 percent shooting from the field compared to 38.3 percent accuracy of the winners. Tigres had a 38-26 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for Puerto Rican swingman Hector Rodriguez (-2005) who led his team to a victory scoring 9 points and 6 rebounds. Center Mauricio Lopez (-1982) helped adding 8 points and 5 rebounds. Tigres' coach used entire bench in such tough game. The best for the losing side was Jose Mccurbia with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 17 rebounds and forward Neyton Padilla (-2004) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds.
Top scorers:
Tigres: R.Hector 9+6reb, P.Jeshua 9+2reb, L.Mauricio 8+5reb+2ast, A.Hubert 7+8reb, E.Jonathan 7+2reb+3ast, G.Luis 4+7reb
Caribbean Coast: P.Neyton 13+5reb+2ast, M.Jose 10+17reb+1ast, B.Vanchael 10+5reb+5ast, R.Jeidyn 4+2reb+1ast, S.Ither 2+6reb, W.Wyvon 2+2reb

Leon - Leones 65-74

Everything went according to plan when Leones (2-2) won against on the road Leon (0-4) 74-65 on Saturday. Leones forced 26 Leon turnovers. It was a great evening for Caleb Lara (-2006) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points. Guard Darwell Lopez (-2003) helped adding 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Leones players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Carlos Valdivia with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 16 rebounds and Australian guard Joel Wagner (181-1987) scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Leones: L.Caleb 20+3reb+2ast, M.Sady 14+4reb+1ast, L.Darwell 12+6reb+4ast, P.Terry 10+5reb, A.Bryant 5+3reb, M.William 4+5reb+1ast
Leon: J.Wagner 18+5reb+2ast, V.Carlos 17+16reb+2ast, C.Julio 7+2reb, V.Denis 6, M.Wiron 5+1reb, V.Ronaldo 5+5reb+2ast

Tipitapa - Hurricane 95-73

There was an upset in Managua where Hurricane (3-1) was crushed by Tipitapa (3-0) 95-73 on Saturday. Tipitapa dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Hurricane's 34 and made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Hurricane 47-30 including a 34-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Tipitapa looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for Alfredo Borge (188-1992) who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international point guard Romario Ponce (180-1995) helped adding 12 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Tipitapa players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Yassir Cruz (-1999) with 21 points and Alexander Sandoval scored 11 points and 5 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest.
Top scorers:
Tipitapa: A.Borge 17+6reb+4ast, R.Ponce 12+7reb+7ast, R.Munoz 12+5reb+2ast, W.Darren 10+9reb, S.Franco 8, R.Oscar 7+3reb+1ast
Hurricane: C.Yassir 21+4reb+3ast, S.Alexander 11+5reb+1ast, A.Jose 10+2reb+3ast, P.Hans 8+6reb+1ast, F.Christian 4+2reb+2ast, M.Micaias 4+1reb+1ast