TBN Round 7 (Regular Season): Leader Flecheros get another victory

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Undefeated leader Flecheros delivered the seventh consecutive win on Saturday night. This time they crushed 20th ranked San Isidro (1-5) 102-78 in Matagalpa. Flecheros dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to San Isidro's 46. Flecheros forced 20 San Isidro turnovers. International Kevin Andino (186-2002) fired 27 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winners. The former international swingman Francisco Garth (195-1999) chipped in 15 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists. Anfearnnee Flemings produced 26 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Undefeated Flecheros (7-0) have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with a perfect record of 7 victories in a row, which they share with Leones. San Isidro at the other side keeps the twentieth position with five games lost. They share it with Hurricane.
Undefeated leader Flecheros recorded the seventh consecutive victory. This time they crushed 18th ranked Leon (2-5) 94-27. Worth to mention a great performance of international Kevin Andino (186-2002) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 5 rebounds. Francisco Garth contributed with 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Jaime Gimenez answered with 9 points for Leon. 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. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Flecheros. They maintain first place with 7-0 record, which they share with Leones. Leon at the other side dropped to the seventeenth position with five games lost. They share it with Los Bufalos.
Leader Leones blasted bottom-ranked Nicaragua U16 (0-7) in Managua 117-41 on Saturday evening keeping the perfect record after 7 rounds. Nicaragua U16 is still unable to win any game. It was a great evening for Elijah Allen who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). At the losing side Jose Castillo Medina responded with 4 points and 13 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. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Leones. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Flecheros. Nicaragua U16 lost their seventh game in a row. They still close the standings with seven games lost.

Other games of round 7 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Real Esteli defeated Mineros in a road game 96-83. La Libertad beat Los Bufalos at home 72-69. Hurricane was destroyed by Tipitapa on the opponent's court 88-37. UAM Univ. outscored La Trinidad in a home game 88-58. Sebaco was rolled over Brumas on the road 110-77. Pescadores were defeated by UNAN de on its own court 71-83. Americas 2 was beaten by Mineros in Puerto Cabezas 61-48. Pescadores lost to Tigres at home 78-85. La Libertad managed to outperform Nicaragua U16 on the opponent's court 80-67. Jaguares rolled over Los Bufalos in a home game 93-53. Sebaco lost to undefeated Leones on the road 63-75.
The best stats of 7th round was 21 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists by Esmilder Rojas of Sebaco.



Mineros - Real Esteli 83-96

There was no surprise in Puerto Cabezas where 12th ranked Mineros (3-4) were defeated by sixth ranked Real Esteli (5-1) 96-83 on Saturday. It was a great evening for the former international Wilson Batista (190-2003) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists. Forward Farrell Pauth (-1999) helped adding 21 points and 5 assists. Four Real Esteli players scored in double figures. At the losing side William Talavera responded with 17 points and 9 rebounds and Jose Mccurbia scored 13 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Real Esteli moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Brumas. Loser Mineros dropped to the tenth position with four games lost. They share it with Tipitapa and La Libertad.
Top scorers:
Real Esteli: W.Batista 23+10reb+8ast, F.Pauth 21+4reb+5ast, J.Reyes 16+4reb+1ast, W.Wilson 12+4reb, M.Smith 9+1reb+2ast, P.Buitrago 6+1reb+2ast
Mineros: T.William 17+9reb, M.Jose 13+7reb+2ast, M.Armando 11+6reb+3ast, M.Norvin 8+3reb, B.Adiel 8+4reb+2ast, R.Eugenio 8+3reb+1ast

La Libertad - Los Bufalos 72-69

Everything could happen in Juigalpa at the game between two tied teams. Both thirteenth ranked La Libertad and 16th ranked Los Bufalos had identical 2-4 record. This time La Libertad used a home court advantage and edged the opponent from Managua 72-69 on Saturday night. La Libertad outrebounded Los Bufalos 47-25 including a 34-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for forward Leevon Allum (-2006) who led his team to a victory scoring 24 points. Moises Cordonero helped adding 6 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists. At the losing side forward Webeans Moody (-2001) responded with 24 points and 9 assists and Jose Arce scored 12 points and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. La Libertad (3-4) moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Tipitapa and Mineros. Loser Los Bufalos dropped to the seventeenth position with five games lost. They share it with Leon.
Top scorers:
La Libertad: L.Allum 24+4reb+3ast, E.Lopez 14+7reb+1ast, Y.Lopez 11+5reb+3ast, J.Munoz 8+2reb+1ast, R.Sirias 6+7reb+2ast, M.Cordonero 6+18reb+5ast
Los Bufalos: M.Webeans 24+3reb+9ast, H.Roger 13+4reb, A.Jose 12+3reb+4ast, P.Hans 8+5reb+1ast, T.Sergio 6+5reb+5ast, M.Kender 4+2reb+2ast

Tipitapa - Hurricane 88-37

Rather expected game in Managua where 18th ranked Hurricane (1-5) was rolled over by sixteenth ranked Tipitapa (3-4) 88-37 on Saturday. Tipitapa held Hurricane to an opponent 20.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 55.7 percent accuracy of the winners. Tipitapa forced 24 Hurricane turnovers and had a 32-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. Tipitapa looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Hurricane's players. It was a great evening for Alfredo Borge (188-1992) who led his team to a victory scoring 5 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. Cristopher Vargas Peralta helped adding 8 points and 7 assists. At the losing side guard Lindell Downs (-2000) responded with 6 points and 8 rebounds and Victor Medrano scored 5 points. 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. Tipitapa moved-up to tenth place, which they share with La Libertad and Mineros. Hurricane lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the twentieth position with five games lost. They share it with San Isidro.
Top scorers:
Tipitapa: W.Salinas 14+2reb+1ast, O.Ramirez 11+4reb+1ast, B.Lopez 9+2reb, L.Torrez 9+2reb, A.Tenorio 9+6reb, M.Rivera 8+4reb
Hurricane: M.Micaias 6+2reb+1ast, D.Lindell 6+8reb, M.Victor 5+4reb, G.Jose 4+3reb+2ast, S.Alexander 4+3reb+1ast, P.Lucian 4+2reb+1ast

UAM Univ. - La Trinidad 88-58

Very predictable result in Managua where leader UAM Univ. (6-0) outscored 13th ranked La Trinidad (2-4) 88-58 on Saturday. UAM Univ. forced 19 La Trinidad turnovers and outrebounded them 45-32 including 32 on the defensive glass. UAM Univ. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by La Trinidad's players. It was a great evening for the former international guard Vansdell Thomas (185-1986) who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points. Guard Harry Campos (-2007) helped adding 10 points. Four UAM Univ. players scored in double figures. At the losing side Luder Hernandez (195-1995) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and Fabio Cardoza scored 4 points and 8 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. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for UAM Univ.. They maintain third place with 6-0 record behind leader Flecheros. Loser La Trinidad keeps the thirteenth position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams.
Top scorers:
UAM Univ.: V.Thomas 26+2reb+2ast, A.Hall 13+2reb, E.Morgan 11+3reb+1ast, L.Valle 11+1reb, H.Campos 10+4reb+3ast, S.McMeo 5+2reb+2ast
La Trinidad: H.Luder 15+10reb+1ast, R.Carlos 9+2reb+1ast, M.Humberto 8+3reb, M.Erick 6+3reb+1ast, M.Wilfred 5+1reb+2ast, G.Mario 4+1reb+1ast

Leones - Nicaragua U16 117-41

Leader Leones blasted bottom-ranked Nicaragua U16 (0-7) in Managua 117-41 on Saturday evening keeping the perfect record after 7 rounds. Nicaragua U16 is still unable to win any game. Leones held Nicaragua U16 to an opponent 21.1 percent shooting from the field compared to 49.5 percent accuracy of the winners. Leones forced 36 Nicaragua U16 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Nicaragua U16's players. It was a great evening for Elijah Allen who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). The former international Harold Barberena (179-1982) helped adding 14 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 steals (made all of his eight free throws). Five Leones players scored in double figures. At the losing side Jose Castillo Medina responded with 4 points and 13 rebounds and Kenion Cuthbert scored 10 points and 8 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. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Leones. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Flecheros. Nicaragua U16 lost their seventh game in a row. They still close the standings with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Leones: C.Ampie 21+2ast, K.Gutierrez 16+4reb+3ast, P.Cerda 15+4reb+2ast, E.Allen 15+10reb+4ast, H.Barberena 14+6reb+8ast, J.Lindo 12+2reb+2ast
Nicaragua U16: C.Kenion 10+8reb, B.Marcello 9+4reb, C.Medina Jose 4+13reb+1ast, A.Christopher 4+2reb+1ast, S.Enrique 3+3reb, B.Bernardo 3+2reb

San Isidro - Flecheros 78-102

Undefeated leader Flecheros delivered the seventh consecutive win on Saturday night. This time they crushed 20th ranked San Isidro (1-5) 102-78 in Matagalpa. Flecheros dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to San Isidro's 46. Flecheros forced 20 San Isidro turnovers. International Kevin Andino (186-2002) fired 27 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winners. The former international swingman Francisco Garth (195-1999) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Flecheros players scored in double figures. Anfearnnee Flemings produced 26 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Axel Rodriguez (-2006) added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Flecheros (7-0) have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with a perfect record of 7 victories in a row, which they share with Leones. San Isidro at the other side keeps the twentieth position with five games lost. They share it with Hurricane.
Top scorers:
Flecheros: K.Andino 27+6reb+4ast, F.Garth 15+14reb+5ast, R.Allen 13+7reb, D.Cardoza 10+4reb, E.Mejia 7+4reb+4ast, G.Paz 6
San Isidro: F.Anfearnnee 26+8reb+4ast, R.Axel 15+6reb+4ast, C.Sidney 10+2reb, J.Jared 8+1reb+1ast, R.Erick 6+6reb+4ast, C.Alberth 5+1reb

Brumas - Sebaco 110-77

Not a big story in a game in Jinotega where 12th ranked Sebaco (2-4) was outplayed by fifth ranked Brumas (5-1) 110-77 on Saturday. Brumas dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Sebaco's 42. Brumas forced 19 Sebaco turnovers and outrebounded them 43-28 including 28 on the defensive glass. Brumas looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists. It was a great evening for the former international guard Dayton Cacho (186-1991) who led his team to a victory scoring 23 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. International Juan Herrera (187-1996) helped adding 12 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. At the losing side swingman Jeedlaff Zeledon (-2004) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international power forward Windell Sloan (195-1987) scored 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Brumas. They maintain fifth place with 5-1 record, which they share with Real Esteli. Sebaco lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the thirteenth position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams.
Top scorers:
Brumas: D.Cacho 23+5reb+5ast, R.Mendoza 15+5reb+6ast, J.Martinez 12+2reb+2ast, J.Herrera 12+8reb+6ast, A.Palacios 11+2ast, Y.Altamirano 9+3reb+1ast
Sebaco: Z.Jeedlaff 22+10reb+6ast, S.Windell 14+7reb+5ast, E.Said 13+2reb+7ast, R.Kelvin 10+3reb+6ast, R.Esmilder 6+1reb+1ast, S.Marcos 6+2reb+1ast

Pescadores - UNAN de M. 71-83

There was a small surprise in Puerto Cabezas where twenty first ranked UNAN de (2-4) won against 19th ranked Pescadores (2-6) 83-71 on Saturday. It was a great shooting night for UNAN de especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 75.0 percentage. It was a great evening for American point guard Jordan Ramirez (178) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points and 8 rebounds. Jason Espinoza helped adding 16 points and 5 rebounds. Four UNAN de M. players scored in double figures. At the losing side Irvin Pinner responded with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 12 rebounds and Danny Padilla produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. UNAN de moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Pescadores lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the nineteenth position with six games lost.
Top scorers:
UNAN de M.: J.Ramirez 20+8reb+1ast, J.Espinoza 16+5reb+1ast, H.Guerrero 13+1ast, D.Garcia 11+1reb+1ast, H.Mojica 7, J.Espinoza 6+10reb+3ast
Pescadores: P.Irvin 30+12reb+1ast, P.Danny 12+10reb+3ast, T.Jeff 11+2reb+1ast, C.Cesar 8+2ast, C.Noel 4+1reb+1ast, C.Elli 3+2reb

Mineros - Americas 2 61-48

There was an upset in Puerto Cabezas where higher ranked Americas 2 (3-3) was defeated by twelfth ranked Mineros (3-4) 61-48 on Sunday. It was a great evening for Jose Mccurbia who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Norvin Mairena helped adding 9 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side the former international forward Troy Andrews (196-2000) responded with 12 points and 9 rebounds and Orlin Bone scored 9 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Mineros moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Tipitapa and La Libertad. Loser Americas 2 keeps the eighth position with three games lost. They share it with Frente.
Top scorers:
Mineros: J.Mccurbia 18+8reb+2ast, A.Martinez 12+3ast, N.Mairena 9+7reb, E.Rattrey 4+2reb, R.Mairena 4+1ast, L.Chacon 4+1reb
Americas 2: A.Troy 12+9reb+2ast, B.Orlin 9+4reb+1ast, P.Johan 8, P.Jonathan 5+1reb+2ast, M.Anthony 5, B.Elaijah 3+1reb+1ast

Pescadores - Tigres 78-85

No shocking result in a game in Puerto Cabezas where seventh ranked Tigres (5-2) defeated 19th ranked Pescadores (2-6) 85-78 on Sunday. Strangely Pescadores outrebounded Tigres 35-21 including 21 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for the former international Dwight Real (-1997) who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points. Swingman Hector Rodriguez (-2005) helped adding 23 points (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). At the losing side Danny Padilla responded with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds and Irvin Pinner produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Tigres maintains seventh place with 5-2 record. Pescadores lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the nineteenth position with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Tigres: D.Real 27+1reb+2ast, H.Rodriguez 23+2reb+1ast, M.Valdez 16+5reb+1ast, J.Martinez 7+4reb+2ast, J.Escoto 5, K.Olivas 3+6reb
Pescadores: P.Danny 28+11reb+2ast, L.Gerson 16+1reb+1ast, P.Irvin 14+12reb+2ast, S.Ither 7+4reb+1ast, C.Darren 4, C.Noel 3+3reb

Flecheros - Leon 94-27

Undefeated leader Flecheros recorded the seventh consecutive victory. This time they crushed 18th ranked Leon (2-5) 94-27. Flecheros held Leon to an opponent 20.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 52.0 percent accuracy of the winners. Flecheros forced 21 Leon turnovers and outrebounded them 50-28 including a 30-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Flecheros brought some defensive toughness making 9 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of international Kevin Andino (186-2002) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 5 rebounds. The former international swingman Francisco Garth (195-1999) contributed with 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Four Flecheros players scored in double figures. Jaime Gimenez answered with 9 points and Marcos Orozco added 4 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Leon. 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. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Flecheros. They maintain first place with 7-0 record, which they share with Leones. Leon at the other side dropped to the seventeenth position with five games lost. They share it with Los Bufalos.
Top scorers:
Flecheros: K.Andino 18+5reb+1ast, F.Garth 15+6reb+2ast, D.Tenorio 11+3reb+4ast, R.Allen 10+12reb+1ast, R.Mendoza 8+4reb, D.Toruno 7+1reb+1ast
Leon: G.Jaime 9+2reb+1ast, R.Talal 4+1reb, O.Marcos 4+7reb, M.Zelaya Kerling 4+5reb+1ast, M.Jesffersson 2+1reb, S.Milton 2

Nicaragua U16 - La Libertad 67-80

Very expected game in Managua where bottom-ranked Nicaragua U16 (0-7) was defeated by thirteenth ranked La Libertad (3-4) 80-67 on Sunday. La Libertad forced 20 Nicaragua U16 turnovers and outrebounded them 55-37 including a 38-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for Erling Lopez (-1994) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds. Forward Leevon Allum (-2006) helped adding 17 points and 14 rebounds. Four La Libertad players scored in double figures. At the losing side Marcello Barberena responded with 16 points and 4 steals and Helmun Estrada scored 13 points, 5 assists and 4 steals (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. La Libertad moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Tipitapa and Mineros. Nicaragua U16 lost their seventh game in a row. They still close the standings with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
La Libertad: E.Lopez 26+10reb+3ast, L.Allum 17+14reb+2ast, Y.Lopez 15+3reb+5ast, E.Rocha 11+8reb, K.Leiva 7+4reb+1ast, M.Cordonero 4+11reb
Nicaragua U16: B.Marcello 16+4reb, E.Helmun 13+1reb+5ast, V.Jameer 12+3reb+1ast, A.Jmar 7, C.Medina Jose 5+1reb, H.Jaden 4+2reb

Jaguares - Los Bufalos 93-53

Very predictable result in Managua where leader Jaguares (5-0) outscored 16th ranked Los Bufalos (2-5) 93-53 on Sunday. Jaguares dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Los Bufalos' 32. Jaguares forced 28 Los Bufalos turnovers and outrebounded them 51-35 including 16 on the offensive glass. Jaguares looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 18 passes made by Los Bufalos' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Jaguares made 8 blocks. It was a great evening for the former international Andy Williams (200-2002) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 15 rebounds. Forward Neyton Padilla (-2004) helped adding 16 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Jaguares players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Webeans Moody (-2001) responded with 11 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and Roger Herrera scored 12 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Jaguares. They moved-up to fourth place. Loser Los Bufalos dropped to the seventeenth position with five games lost. They share it with Leon.
Top scorers:
Jaguares: A.Williams 25+15reb+3ast, N.Padilla 16+10reb+4ast, R.Sierra 16+4reb+9ast, J.Campbell 13+3reb+1ast, L.Castillo 6+2reb+1ast, Y.Blandon 4
Los Bufalos: H.Roger 12+3reb+2ast, M.Webeans 11+6reb+8ast, P.Hans 8+4reb+1ast, H.Marcelo 6, C.Kenly 5+4reb, A.Jose 4+4reb+2ast

Leones - Sebaco 75-63

Not a big story in a game in Managua where 12th ranked Sebaco (2-4) was defeated by leader Leones (7-0) 75-63 on Sunday. Leones forced 24 Sebaco turnovers. It was a great evening for Pablo Cerda who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points and 7 rebounds. The former international guard Kevin Gutierrez (185-2002) helped adding 15 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side Esmilder Rojas (190-1985) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists and swingman Jeedlaff Zeledon (-2004) scored 13 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Leones. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Flecheros. Sebaco lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the thirteenth place with four games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams.
Top scorers:
Leones: P.Cerda 20+7reb, K.Gutierrez 15+7reb+3ast, E.Allen 11+8reb, H.Barberena 8+3reb+1ast, J.Lindo 7+4reb+2ast, A.Fernandez 7+3reb+1ast
Sebaco: R.Esmilder 21+10reb+6ast, Z.Jeedlaff 13+8reb+1ast, S.Marcos 10+2reb+1ast, S.Windell 6+12reb+1ast, P.Yefry 5+4reb+1ast, R.Kelvin 5+2reb+2ast