Report from Redsports
We weren't focused at the start of the game. Surprised by their high intensity, we made a couple of silly turnovers. Our press wasn't working as well, with opponents driving and passing through the gaps, especially the middle. We were still able to get fastbreak points and ended the quarter 17-10.
The second quarter was as bad. We fouled them too many times and we were slacking on defense, allowing them to have open jumpers and second chance points.
In the second half, we turned up the intensity with our full court press and had many easy points. Sim scored 9 in the quarter, including one three. We were much more focused on defense and communicated with each other.
The opponents were worn out by the time the fourth quarter started. We took advantage and continued with our press, leading to 44 points in the quarter alone. Justin scored 14 points in the fourth.
For the past few games, we weren't ready for the game and started off very slowly. We need to learn to start with high intensity and concentration, especially in the next game against a strong team. We cannot foul too much either and just pressure the ballhandlers. We were surprised by the opponents' intensity at the beginning and that affected us mentally. So, in the next game, we must clamp down on defense right from the start and be calm if the opposing team pressures us. We cannot lose our cool and must communicate with each other on both ends of the floor.
Let's come back strong after the long weekend break and bring our A game versus Peirce.
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