# Weekend Results 4/5 October 2014

- Link: https://www.newhamyoungbloods.co.uk/2014/10/weekend-results-45-october-2014/
- Published: 2014-10-05T22:29:27+01:00
- Author: admin

With the season now in its third week, it was another successful weekend for Youngbloods,
with three London Derbies played, This weekend was sure to present some good matches
which did not disappoint. With Youngbloods winning 3 of the 4 matches taking place

### _**Saturday 4th October 2014**_

### Under 16 Boys

### Peckham Pride 55 Vs 58 Newham Youngbloods

The Youngbloods under 16s started off the season with a fierce London Derby game
again Peckham Pride who over the years great battles between both sides have been
played. Anticipation to this game was also topped by this game being the first of
a long season for both in the Basketball England under 16 South Premier Division.

The first quarter got underway, with both teams committing several unforced errors
with the game remaining scoreless in the initial stages, before Youngbloods **Jelani
Watson-Gayle** broke the deadlock after 3 minutes of play followed by a **Jelani
Lewis** 3 point shot providing the Youngbloods opening lead. Until Sluggish play
by Youngbloods and Peckham continued, with no side providing the spark initiate 
a scoring run, trading baskets with the Pride coming out on top in the first quarter
14-10.

**Jonathan Ragasa**’s strong drive to the basket from the Inbounds to begin the 
second quarter followed by another 2 point shot helped Youngbloods tie the game 
14 a piece. Several lead changes occurred throughout the quarter with great defensive
stops from both sides. Youngbloods sloppy defense in the last possession of the 
quarter gifted a three point shot for the Pride, to end the quarter with the Pride
still on top 28-23.

Both sides begin the third quarter shakey trying not to give the other the initiative,
a defense collapse for the Youngbloods ensued as well as many misplaced passes gifting
many easy points to the Pride giving them a run of 8 points and an 11 point lead.
the biggest lead of the game, Forcing coach Aaron Senior to take a timeout to rally
his troops, and give them a change of strategy. Following the timeout, after a minute
to adjust to the tactical changes, Youngbloods defensive hustle, lead to many fast
break opportunities and stylish and free flowing attacking play, forcing the Pride
into foul trouble and clutch free throw shooting from **Aaron Martin** and **Rayon
Brown** brought Youngbloods within 6 points to end the third quarter,

The fourth quarter was upon both teams, with Youngbloods slowly but surely with 
the momentum, both teams continued to trade baskets similar to the second quarter.
Defensive intensity from all players as well encouragement from the bench and the
small travelling supporters leading in to the final final three minutes down by 
6 points, 49-55, Youngbloods allowed the Pride to score no more sparked by **Nathan
Moyo’s **and-1, attacking the basket, creating clear cut chances, and not missing
a single free throw, cooly converting free throws under pressure from strong home
support from Peckham, going on a 9 point run to establish the lead for the first
time since the first quarter. Youngbloods kept their cool despite a last grasp attempt
from a Peckham outside the arc, giving Youngbloods the late comeback win against
tough opposition.

_“Today’s game was always going to be a tough one, and as a team we showed a fighting
character, which was set and laid by the U16 Youngbloods team of last year”_ said
Head Coach Aaron Senior _“the boys are training hard, and thoroughly deserve this,
however we cannot become complacent, there is a long season ahead and a lot of surprises
can happen”

### Under 13 Boys

### Youngbloods Nitro 116 Vs 46 Brentwood Fire II

Buzzing from the first win of the season against their local rivals, Youngbloods
U13’s took on a Brentwood fire team that had lost their first game by 80pts. The
anticipation was also topped by their first ever-home game at St. Bonaventure’s 
School where some of the boys attend.

The first quarter got on the way and Youngbloods were rampant taking it to Brentwood
with hard pressure defense from **Latrell Marson **and **Nathan Kataraka. ** Followed
up by points from **Alex Distras **given Youngbloods a 21-0 lead. Although the opponents
had a few baskets halfway through the first quarter, intense defensive pressure 
proved key to a 24-8 quarter lead.

More of the same in the second quarter with 10 year old **Lucas Anatanaitis** getting
his first taste of the national League, scoring his first of two from the ark to
the amazement of the crowd, extending the lead and putting the game beyond Brentwood
II 62-18.

Second half saw the emergence of **Daniel Porter** who was quiet in the first half
but produced a stunning performance scoring back-to-back baskets on his debut. The
strength of the squad was demonstrated when **Marcus King-Danchie** hit a 3point
buzzer beater to end the quarter 92 – 32.

Final quarter started with Youngbloods pushing to hit the 100 point mark and they
did with more intense defense from star performer **Alejandro Diaz-Pulgarin** along
with his slick passing and strong finishes. A great team performance where everyone
scored contributing to the biggest win of the season so far 116-46.

### Under 14 Girls

### Sunday 5th October 2014

### Under 18 Women

The under 18 Women were chomping at the bit for their 1st game of the season. The
girls ran riot over Lewisham Thunder. With Camille Francis and Brenda Kipewu hitting
over 20 points and the rest of the team all getting on the score sheet. Final score
90-30