BSNF Round 18 (Regular Season): Santurce beat Carolina by three after a very close game

The games at this stage are more interesting as they can be crucial for the final standings in Regular Season. Despite we already know who is stronger and who is weaker, there may be still last minute surprises and upsets. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most exciting game of round 18 in the BSNF took place in Carolina. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 5th ranked Gigantes (8-7) to first ranked Cangrejeras (12-3) 86-83 on Saturday evening. Santurce shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 54.5 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Carolina helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for American guard Kamaria McDaniel (178-1999, college: Michigan St.) who led her team to a victory with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The other American import forward Shae Kelley (185-1991, college: Minnesota) contributed with 12 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Cangrejeras' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American-Jordanian guard Aisha Sheppard (175-1998, college: Virginia Tech) replied with 29 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for Carolina. Cangrejeras have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 12-3 record. Carolina at the other side keeps the fifth place with seven games lost. Santurce will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Carolina will play at home against Caguas (#8) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win.
The game in Juana Diaz was also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked Atenienses (9-6) played at the court of 7th ranked Monarcas (6-9). Atenienses managed to secure a 8-point victory 67-59. American guard Chelsea Mitchell (175-1997, college: Morgan St., agency: LBM Management) scored 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Kaela Hilaire chipped in 10 points and 9 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American center Imani McGee-Stafford (201-1994, college: Texas) with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds. Atenienses have an impressive five-game winning streak. Manati moved-up to third place. Monarcas lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keep the seventh position with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
The game between fourth ranked Atenienses (9-6) and 7th ranked Monarcas (6-9) in Manati on Saturday ended with biggest points difference. Atenienses outscored guests from Juana Diaz 91-68. American players dominated the game. Kiyana McGill-Jefferson notched a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort. Even 21 points and 6 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) by Gabby Gregory did not help to save the game for Monarcas. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Atenienses have an impressive five-game winning streak. Manati moved-up to third place. Monarcas lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keep the seventh position with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

In the last game of round 18 bottom-ranked Yauco was beaten by Moca on the road 85-70.

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Monarcas - Manati 59-67

The game in Juana Diaz was also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked Atenienses (9-6) played at the court of 7th ranked Monarcas (6-9). Atenienses managed to secure a 8-point victory 67-59. American guard Chelsea Mitchell (175-1997, college: Morgan St., agency: LBM Management) scored 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international point guard Kaela Hilaire (157-1998, college: Stony Brook) chipped in 10 points and 9 assists during the contest. Five Atenienses players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American center Imani McGee-Stafford (201-1994, college: Texas) with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds and her fellow American import forward Tess Amundsen (185-1999, college: CSUN) scored 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Atenienses have an impressive five-game winning streak. Manati moved-up to third place. Monarcas lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keep the seventh position with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Manati: J.Jackson 17+2reb+1ast, C.Mitchell 12+9reb+4ast, K.Hilaire 10+2reb+9ast, P.Rosado 10+3reb+4ast, I.Pagan 10+8reb, K.McGill-Jefferson 8+7reb+1ast
Monarcas: I.McGee-Stafford 25+12reb+2ast, T.Amundsen 13+8reb+4ast, G.Gregory 9+8reb+7ast, A.Kaishmy 7+4reb+1ast, R.Leyinska 5+4reb, C.Lisuanette 0

Moca - Yauco 85-70

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Moca (10-5) beat at home bottom-ranked Yauco (3-11) 85-70 on Friday. Moca dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Yauco's 26. Moca looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American players dominated the game. Center Samantha Fuehring (191-1997, college: Louisville) notched a double-double by scoring 28 points and 13 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Leigha Brown (185-2000, college: Michigan) supported her with 21 points and 5 assists. Moca's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 19 points and 8 rebounds by power forward Sidney Cooks (193-1998, college: Seton Hall) did not help to save the game for Yauco. Guard Sierra Calhoun (183-1996, college: Rutgers) added 20 points and 5 rebounds. Four Yauco players scored in double figures. Moca maintains second position with 10-5 record having just two points less than leader Santurce. Yauco lost eighth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay at the bottom place with 11 games lost. Moca will again meet at home bottom-ranked Yauco (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Yauco will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Moca: S.Fuehring 28+13reb+1ast, L.Brown 21+4reb+5ast, T.Corosdale 12+9reb, M.Hillary 8+4reb+8ast, O.Gabriela 6+1reb+2ast, T.Ashley 6+6reb+6ast
Yauco: S.Calhoun 20+5reb+1ast, S.Cooks 19+8reb+2ast, A.Strong 16+8reb+1ast, Z.Gonzalez 12+7reb+3ast, V.Alexa 3+2reb+1ast, O.Wilmarie 0+3reb+3ast

Carolina - Santurce 83-86

The most exciting game of round 18 in the BSNF took place in Carolina. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 5th ranked Gigantes (8-7) to first ranked Cangrejeras (12-3) 86-83 on Saturday evening. Santurce shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 54.5 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Carolina helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for American guard Kamaria McDaniel (178-1999, college: Michigan St.) who led her team to a victory with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The other American import forward Shae Kelley (185-1991, college: Minnesota) contributed with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Five Cangrejeras players scored in double figures. Cangrejeras' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American-Jordanian guard Aisha Sheppard (175-1998, college: Virginia Tech) replied with 29 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and American forward Teana Muldrow (188-1995, college: WVU) added 12 points and 13 rebounds in the effort for Carolina. Cangrejeras have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 12-3 record. Carolina at the other side keeps the fifth place with seven games lost. Santurce will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Carolina will play at home against Caguas (#8) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win.
Top scorers:
Santurce: K.McDaniel 25+5reb+5ast, B.Jones 18+2reb+2ast, R.Tobin 14+7reb+3ast, D.Salaman 13+3reb+8ast, S.Kelley 12+10reb+4ast, A.Penzo 2+2reb+1ast
Carolina: A.Sheppard 29+5reb+4ast, H.Charity 18+1reb+4ast, T.Muldrow 12+13reb, T.Melendez 9+6reb+6ast, L.Kiara 9+8reb, R.Glennys 6

Manati - Monarcas 91-68

The game between fourth ranked Atenienses (9-6) and 7th ranked Monarcas (6-9) in Manati on Saturday ended with biggest points difference. Atenienses outscored guests from Juana Diaz 91-68. Manati made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Monarcas turnovers. Manati looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American players dominated the game. Guard Kiyana McGill-Jefferson (185-2001, college: Louisville) notched a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort and Jessica Jackson (193-1995, college: Arkansas) supported her with 22 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Four Atenienses players scored in double figures. Even 21 points and 6 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) by guard Gabby Gregory (180, college: Kansas St., agency: Next Page Sports) did not help to save the game for Monarcas. Center Imani McGee-Stafford (201-1994, college: Texas) added 11 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Atenienses have an impressive five-game winning streak. Manati moved-up to third place. Monarcas lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keep the seventh position with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Manati: K.McGill-Jefferson 24+11reb+1ast, J.Jackson 22+5reb+3ast, K.Hilaire 18+1reb+5ast, C.Mitchell 13+8reb+3ast, P.Rosado 8+2reb+13ast, B.Claire 4+1reb
Monarcas: G.Gregory 21+6reb+2ast, A.Kaishmy 12+2reb+1ast, I.McGee-Stafford 11+9reb+9ast, T.Amundsen 8+3reb+2ast, Q.Albaliz 6+3reb, R.Leyinska 6+1reb+1ast