Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Gryphons Cup 2010: 3 on 3 Challenge
Now, gather your 3 best players and go for the 3 on 3 Challenge!
Location: RI(JC) Basketball Courts
Date: 31st July 2010 (Saturday)
Time: 1pm
Registration fee: FOC
Eligibility: Open to all non-semi finalist teams
Sign up now for 3 free cans of 100Plus!
Do reply me (Ray Wen) with the name list of the 3 players of your team!
Players who register on the day itself will not be entitled to the free cans of 100Plus.
Gryphons Cup 2010: 3P Shootout Finalists
Kong Tat (J1) leads the pack scoring 6 out of his 15 shots within 1minute.
That is a remarkable 40% accuracy!
However, everyone else is right at his tail.
Who will come out on top as the Gryphons Cup 2010 3-point Champion?
Venue: RI(JC) Basketball Court
Date: 31st July 2010 (Saturday)
Time: 4pm
For those of you who think that you are good enough to be one of the 3-point finalists, do sign up by 330pm on the day itself. We shall see whether you qualify to shoot with the best.
Here are the qualifiers and their first round scores (out of 15 attempts)
Monday, July 26, 2010
Gryphons Cup 2010: Results
Here are the results from the first round of G-Cup 2010
2nd Round Battles
Semi Finals
1) Black 95 (Jiaren) vs Blue 2009 aka JC1s (Jervin & Ryan)
2) RI 01 (Darren) vs Red 2003 (Gabriel)
2nd Round Battles
Semi Finals
1) Black 95 (Jiaren) vs Blue 2009 aka JC1s (Jervin & Ryan)
2) RI 01 (Darren) vs Red 2003 (Gabriel)
What Does Gryphons Cup Mean to Me?
Interview Reports by Kevin Khoo, Zaki & Keong Jae
Best Achievement: B Div Quarterfinals
Yang Jun Rong (RI 2003)
Position: Guard
Best Achievement: C Div National Champions, B Div National Quarterfinals
Most Memorable Game: Close win against Gan Eng Seng School despite leading for first three quarters.
Most memorable Game: South Zone 2nd Round vs West Lake Secondary School – very different and organised opponents despite 2 previous wins. They had already played against this school 2 times during the tournament. (Lesson Learnt: All matches are a learning process -- the opponents learn from you, and you in return, learn from them.)
Darren Chua (RI 2001)
Position: Point guard
Best Achievement: B Div Quarterfinals
Most Memorable RI Basketball Experience: When we finally triumphed over a “champion” team and previous conquerors (Lesson Learnt: Perseverance can make the difference)
G-Cup: “NOSTALGIC" - rare opportunity to get together with his friends and play basketball, just like the old times.
Yang Jun Rong (RI 2003)Position: Guard
Best Achievement: C Div National Champions, B Div National Quarterfinals
Most Memorable Game: Close win against Gan Eng Seng School despite leading for first three quarters.
Gryphon Cup: A SPECIAL event to meet up with his batch to play ball, something that they weren’t usually able to do due to other commitments.
Matthew Chuah (RI 2001)
Position: Guard
Best Achievement: C Division Nationals Runner-up, B Div Quarterfinalists
Best Achievement: C Division Nationals Runner-up, B Div Quarterfinalists
Most memorable Game: South Zone 2nd Round vs West Lake Secondary School – very different and organised opponents despite 2 previous wins. They had already played against this school 2 times during the tournament. (Lesson Learnt: All matches are a learning process -- the opponents learn from you, and you in return, learn from them.)
Gryphons Cup: A special chance to play COMPETITIVE basketball despite the age & commitment limitations.
Friday, July 23, 2010
Gryphons Cup 2010
On 24, 25 & 31 Jul, 16 teams from the Raffles Basketball Family will be converging in RI(JC) to compete for the title of "Gryphons Cup Champions 2010".
- Will it be the REDS 2003 (Gabriel Pang's Team) & reigning G-Cup Champions 2009?
- Or will BLACKS 1995 (Jiaren's Team & 2008 champions) make a comeback?
- Will YELLOW 2006 (Daniel Wu's Team & 2008 runner-up) or the promising J1s produce an upset?
- All-Star Game - the 2 best players from every non-finalist team will be selected to showcase the best talents of Gryphons Basketball
- Staff-Alumni Game - Poh Kwang's batch will be playing an exhibition game against the RI Staff!
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Raffles 31-48 Dunman Sec.
20th July, 4pm, at Clementi Sports Hall.
It was a do-or-die match today. Even though we 'died', our spirits are still high as we exit from the tournament.
We knew that it was going to be a tough match today. However, we told ourselves that even if we were going to lose, we would give it our all and would not go down without a fight.
We knew that Dunman High had a good centre. Thus, we wanted to deny him the ball and to box him out on rebounds as much as possible. We also knew that they had a good shooter, and so we wanted to have a hand on him to prevent him from taking uncontested shots.
We played good defense on their centre. However, it was not good enough and he still managed to get a hand full of offensive rebounds which he converted on most occasions.
We prevented their shooter from getting uncontested shots. Nevertheless, he still managed to score points from fast breaks and offensive rebound and put-back.
Overall, our defense was not as good as it was in previous games.
On offense, we scored our points mostly from fast breaks. We still ran our set plays and managed to hit three 3-pointers.
We fought hard for today's match but Dunman Sec was the better team.
Even though we are eliminated from the competition, we have gained much throughout this season. We have definitely matured as a team, became more bonded as a team, and last but not least, improved tremendously as a team. We are pleased to have made it this far, and we know that all our hard work have not gone to waste.
Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- DS 15 RI 6
2nd Quarter -- DS 14 RI 7
3rd Quarter -- DS 8 RI 8
4th Quarter -- DS 11 RI 10
RAFFLES C'DIV 2010
- South Zone Champions
- Nationals Top8
It doesn't end here. Team forever.
It was a do-or-die match today. Even though we 'died', our spirits are still high as we exit from the tournament.
We knew that it was going to be a tough match today. However, we told ourselves that even if we were going to lose, we would give it our all and would not go down without a fight.
We knew that Dunman High had a good centre. Thus, we wanted to deny him the ball and to box him out on rebounds as much as possible. We also knew that they had a good shooter, and so we wanted to have a hand on him to prevent him from taking uncontested shots.
We played good defense on their centre. However, it was not good enough and he still managed to get a hand full of offensive rebounds which he converted on most occasions.
We prevented their shooter from getting uncontested shots. Nevertheless, he still managed to score points from fast breaks and offensive rebound and put-back.
Overall, our defense was not as good as it was in previous games.
On offense, we scored our points mostly from fast breaks. We still ran our set plays and managed to hit three 3-pointers.
We fought hard for today's match but Dunman Sec was the better team.
Even though we are eliminated from the competition, we have gained much throughout this season. We have definitely matured as a team, became more bonded as a team, and last but not least, improved tremendously as a team. We are pleased to have made it this far, and we know that all our hard work have not gone to waste.
Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- DS 15 RI 6
2nd Quarter -- DS 14 RI 7
3rd Quarter -- DS 8 RI 8
4th Quarter -- DS 11 RI 10
RAFFLES C'DIV 2010
- South Zone Champions
- Nationals Top8
It doesn't end here. Team forever.
Monday, July 19, 2010
A few words before the Dunman Secondary match...
Hey C boys,
while keeping track with your latest tournament fixtures, I realised that you guys are on the brink of elimination so I hope you guys would benefit from this pregame message and tips.
So far after all the latest hype since the South Zone finals, you guys face danger of ending your season tomorrow. Let's get something straight. The situation is not hopeless. Despite your first loss to Jurong this year, there's no reason why tomorrow's game cannot go your way if you play it well.
Personally, I am not a member of your C Division so i am not that well- informed of your weaknesses and your opponent's game, but I know one thing. You guys have your strengths, and it is extremely obvious. It's the reason why you won your South Zone finals and excelled in all your games so far. Your team knows who's good at what, who's not so good in some things, so tomorrow, what you can add to the team play when you come of the bench (if you're a bench player), just play to your strengths and get ready for a true battle of the FIGHT in Raffles Basketball.
During your mental preparation tomorrow, for one minute remember the worst game you ever played. What did you do wrongly? Were you lacking effort? Remember the wrong choices at the wrong times. Wallow in it for 10 seconds, then close your eyes and let it fade away, out with your exhaling breath.
After that, close your eyes and recall the best game you ever had. Whether it's a long time ago, or just the match today, shut down your mind to all but that great performance. Did you think about making every shot? Where were you on the court? What kind of experience you were getting from the game? Imagine someone recorded the highlights of your best game ever. Breathe it in and let it enrich your senses, let your desire for that same level of performance prepare yourself mentally, for confidence, for clutch moments, etc.
Become mentally strong for tomorrow, be prepared to be so tired that it's a whole new level of fatigue. But the rule is, never give up till the whistle it's over. Even the NBA example of Tracy McGrady, scoring 13 points in 35 seconds, coming back from a 12 point deficit against the San Antonio Spurs. Well doesn't necessarily mean one of you guys will knock down 4 threes in the clutch tomorrow, but the idea is there. You cannot be sure where the ball is rolling till it stops.
Focus on winning quarter by quarter tomorrow. The stats and scores are no longer important. Remember that playing well, excelling in defense and working on those boards will result in good offense and the fate of the game. Keep pushing hard for it, don't stop believing, and get to the semi finals that your seniors and old boys are all feverishly anticipating.
JIAYOU RI C DIV '10! (:
RI 51 -44 Pei Cai Secondary
19 July, 1.45pm, at Clementi Sports Hall
It was generally a good game today. Even though we were down by 6 points at the end of the first quarter, we continued to play solid defense and managed to catch up in the second quarter.
We managed to hold on to the lead for the rest of the games with rebounds and smooth offense. However, we must cut down on our turn overs which can be extremely costly at times.
Our next match will be tomorrow, 20th July, against Dunman Secondary School.
Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- PCS 16 RI 10
2nd Quarter -- PCS 8 RI 21
3rd Quarter -- PCS 7 RI 4
4th Quarter -- PCS 13 RI 16
It was generally a good game today. Even though we were down by 6 points at the end of the first quarter, we continued to play solid defense and managed to catch up in the second quarter.
We managed to hold on to the lead for the rest of the games with rebounds and smooth offense. However, we must cut down on our turn overs which can be extremely costly at times.
Our next match will be tomorrow, 20th July, against Dunman Secondary School.
Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- PCS 16 RI 10
2nd Quarter -- PCS 8 RI 21
3rd Quarter -- PCS 7 RI 4
4th Quarter -- PCS 13 RI 16
Sunday, July 18, 2010
RI 48 - 63 Jurong Sec
16th July, 1.30pm at Clementi Sports Hall
This was a tight match throughout the game.
We were down by 8 at the end of the second quarter. However, we fought hard and managed to catch up in the third quarter.
However, we lost our momentum and focus in the fourth quarter allowing the opponents to outscore us, and winning the game.
Our next game will be on Monday against Pei Cai Secondary School.
Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- JS 10 RI 10
2nd Quarter -- JS 14 RI 6
3rd Quarter -- JS 13 RI 22
4th Quarter -- JS 26 RI 10
This was a tight match throughout the game.
We were down by 8 at the end of the second quarter. However, we fought hard and managed to catch up in the third quarter.
However, we lost our momentum and focus in the fourth quarter allowing the opponents to outscore us, and winning the game.
Our next game will be on Monday against Pei Cai Secondary School.
Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- JS 10 RI 10
2nd Quarter -- JS 14 RI 6
3rd Quarter -- JS 13 RI 22
4th Quarter -- JS 26 RI 10
Sunday, July 11, 2010
RI 39 - 31 Prebyterian High School
9th July, 4pm, at Clementi Sports Hall
This was the last game for the first round of the Nationals.
This was a lousy game compared to our first 2 games in the Nationals. We were down 0-4 before we finally scored our first point. Furthermore, we were not getting the rebounds and our offense was very messy.
At the start of the third quarter, we were up by 9. However, we allowed them to catch up by making turnovers and allowing their forward, #4, to score back-to-back threes. At the end of the quarter, they caught up by 6 points.
Fortunately, we played a little better in the fourth quarter and managed to out score the opponent by 5, getting the win.
The match fixtures for round 2 is still unconfirmed. Our next game will most probably be towards the end of next week. (Thur or Fri)
Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- PHS 6 RI 13
2nd Quarter -- PHS 6 RI 8
3rd Quarter -- PHS 11 RI 5
4th Quarter -- PHS 8 RI 13
This was the last game for the first round of the Nationals.
This was a lousy game compared to our first 2 games in the Nationals. We were down 0-4 before we finally scored our first point. Furthermore, we were not getting the rebounds and our offense was very messy.
At the start of the third quarter, we were up by 9. However, we allowed them to catch up by making turnovers and allowing their forward, #4, to score back-to-back threes. At the end of the quarter, they caught up by 6 points.
Fortunately, we played a little better in the fourth quarter and managed to out score the opponent by 5, getting the win.
The match fixtures for round 2 is still unconfirmed. Our next game will most probably be towards the end of next week. (Thur or Fri)
Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- PHS 6 RI 13
2nd Quarter -- PHS 6 RI 8
3rd Quarter -- PHS 11 RI 5
4th Quarter -- PHS 8 RI 13
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
RI 58-37 Bukit Panjang Government High
7 July at Clementi Sports Hall
We played well for this match, working hard on defense and stopping their players from dribbling to the basket.
We lead in the first and second quarter but allowed them to catch up in the third, and they even lead by 2 at one point. Nonetheless, we out ran, out rebounded, and out played the opponents in the fourth quarter, sealing the victory for RI.
Our next match will be on Friday, July 9, against Prebyterian High School.
Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- BP 11 RI 17
2nd Quarter -- BP 11 RI 7
3rd Quarter -- BP 8 RI 14
4th Quarter -- BP 7 RI 20
We played well for this match, working hard on defense and stopping their players from dribbling to the basket.
We lead in the first and second quarter but allowed them to catch up in the third, and they even lead by 2 at one point. Nonetheless, we out ran, out rebounded, and out played the opponents in the fourth quarter, sealing the victory for RI.
Our next match will be on Friday, July 9, against Prebyterian High School.
Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- BP 11 RI 17
2nd Quarter -- BP 11 RI 7
3rd Quarter -- BP 8 RI 14
4th Quarter -- BP 7 RI 20
Monday, July 5, 2010
Raffles 62-37 Chung Cheng (Main)
1 July at Clementi Sports Hall.
This was our first game in the C div Nationals Basketball Competition. We played hard and had good shooting from our starters. Our bench also helped out much and played good defense.
Our next gaame will be on 7 July, 1.30pm at Clementi Sports Hall against Bukit Panjang Sec
Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- CCM 6 RI 24
2nd Quarter -- CCM 16 RI 20
3rd Quarter -- CCM 5 RI 12
4th Quarter -- CCM 10 RI 6
This was our first game in the C div Nationals Basketball Competition. We played hard and had good shooting from our starters. Our bench also helped out much and played good defense.
Our next gaame will be on 7 July, 1.30pm at Clementi Sports Hall against Bukit Panjang Sec
Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- CCM 6 RI 24
2nd Quarter -- CCM 16 RI 20
3rd Quarter -- CCM 5 RI 12
4th Quarter -- CCM 10 RI 6
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