RI 70-54 Pei Cai Secondary School

South Zone CHAMPIONS!

We were eyeing for the gold. Even though we were the challenger for this game, we were determined to play our best on both offense and defense.

Throughout the game, we played a 3-2 zone defense. We knew that the opponents were very good at driving to the basket. Therefore, we ensured that there were always two men behind the ball. We managed to prevent them from driving to the basket. However, the opponents were very hot in the first quarter, and shot three 3-pointers and quite a few mid-range jumper. They lead by 3 points in the first quarter.

In the second quarter, our post started working inside the paint, and we outscored the opponents by 1 in that quarter. Nonetheless, we were still down by 2 points because Pei Cai still had the shooter’s touch and scored three 3-pointers.

In the third quarter, we finally took the lead with a 3 pointer from our forward. From then on, we held on to the lead by shooting a few more 3 pointers and playing solid defense.

People say ‘Offense entertains, Defense wins games, and Rebounds win championship.’ This was indeed true. We boxed out at the weak side, and unlike the other game we played against Pei Cai, we prevented them from getting the offensive weak side rebounds.

This game is indeed a great game for us, and probably the best we have ever played. All our starters played exceptionally well, the bench was extremely supportive and the supporters were simply wonderful. Both teams played well, but RI emerged victorious!


Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- PCS 21 RI 18
2nd Quarter -- PCS 13 RI 14
3rd Quarter -- PCS 10 RI 17
4th Quarter -- PCS 10 RI 21

A'Division Basketball 2010

MJC 35 - 82 RI

Good defensive intensity was the bedrock of a match that saw improvements from the previous two matches. Our half-court offensive execution was also better, though many of our points came on the break off steals, an example of how good defense can lead to easy offense.

Without a doubt, the best game of our short season so far; with tougher opponents awaiting us, there is still plenty of room for improvements and none for complacency.

On a side note, the girls' team kicked off their season with a similarly good win.

RI 50-30 Guangyang Secondary School

This was the semi-finals of our South Zone Basketball Competition.

We were determined to go out there and get the win, especially when the all the RI basketballers and former RI Bballers were there to support us.

In the first quarter, we played good defense and sprinted back from offense to defense, thus limiting our opponents to 6 points in the opening quarter.

The second quarter was not that good compared to the first. We only managed to score 4 points, although we limited the opponents to 2. This was probably because our players were exhausted.

In the second half, we managed to get quite a few fast breaks, but we were sloppy on the passes, allowing to the opponents to get a few steals. Fortunately, the opponents did not manage to convert on all of them. On defense, we also allowed quite a few offensive rebounds and put backs. We outscored the opponents by only 1 point in the third quarter. Nonetheless, we lead by 14 points.

In the final quarter, we were determined to seal the victory for RI. We did so, and the game ended 50-30. The C' div team would like to say a thank you to all of you who came down to support us.

Our next game would the Finals against Pei Cai. It will be on Wednesday. Even though we lost the first game against them, we will definitely fight till the end, and become South Zone Champions!


Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- GYS 6 RI 17
2nd Quarter -- GYS 2 RI 4
3rd Quarter -- GYS 11 RI 12
4th Quarter -- GYS 11 RI 17

RI 61 Yishun 78

We had to win this match by 10 points in order to qualify for the semis. We started off slowly, allowing them to take wide open threes, as well as transition points. We were down by 8 at the end of the first.
We played better in the next two quarters, hitting threes and scoring points off turnovers, and were within 4 points. But the opponents scored a couple of clutch threes to seal their win. We gave up too many second chance points and were outrebounded.

So, this is the end of our season. It has been a great run, with many ups and downs throughout the season. We have all worked hard to get this far and we are very proud of getting into the top 8. It doesnt matter whether we win or lose, these experiences taught us many lessons. I truly believe we've had an awesome time together as a team. We faced challenges together and fought together as one. We never gave up and continually pushed ourselves to the limit.

To the Sec4s, thanks for guiding and helping the team and giving your all during every match. Looking forward to the time when we play together again in the A Div.

To the Sec3s, make sure you learn from these lessons during the season and make use of them next season. We've gotta work hard to reach our goals next year.

In the meantime, study hard and all the best for your mid year exams (:
DTFW.

RI 50 Dunman 58

We got off to a slow start, allowing them to get fastbreak layups and open threes. we fought back and and tied the game at the end of the first. At the end of the half it was only a three point game.
Unfortunately, our third quarter was played badly. Our press was broken by their speedy guards and they continued to get easy buckets. On offense we had too many silly turnovers and missed layups.

RI 54-41 Bishan Park Secondary

This is the final game before the semi-finals of the South Zone Basketball Competition. Perhaps it was the complacency of having already confirmed a place in the semi-finals. Nonetheless, whatever the reason was, we were not ready for today’s game.

We wanted to go out and press them. However, the opponents managed to break our press and occasionally managed to score. Furthermore, our 3-2 zone defense was leaking badly. We allowed many uncontested shots, and even allowed the opponents to shoot at least one 3 pointer per quarter. Furthermore, we lost to them in the third quarter. They outscored us by 4 points.

Even though we won the game, it was still an unacceptable game, way below our normal standards. We definitely got be more prepared for the next game as the opponent is going to be tougher. The game will be on Friday and we will be playing against Guangyang Secondary School


Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- BPS 7 RI 20
2nd Quarter -- BPS 7 RI 11
3rd Quarter -- BPS 16 RI 12
4th Quarter -- BPS 11 RI 11

RI 39-32 Catholic High

This was a make or break match. Either we progress to the semi finals of the South Zone Competition or Cat High move on. We knew that this was not going to be an easy game. Nonetheless, we were prepared for them.

We started the game well. Our first two baskets were 3 point shots. We sprinted back on transition, preventing any possible fast breaks and set up our zone defense. Our defense was also quite successful in preventing any drive to the basket from their forwards. We ended the first quarter well with a seven point lead.

In the second half, we played a full court press on them. On some occasions, we managed to steal the ball and get 2 points. However, on other occasions, Cat High managed to break through our press or we fouled them unnecessarily.

Throughout the game, both sides played their hardest. However, we managed to take the lead from the start of the game, and Cat High never managed to regain that lead. We ended the game with a score line of 39 to 32.

Our next game will be against Bishan Park Secondary School on Wednesday. It will be the final game of the second round before the semi finals.

RI vs CHS (1st Quarter)

RI vs CHS (2nd Quarter)

RI vs CHS (3rd Quarter)
RI vs CHS (4th Quarter)

Scoring by quarters:
1st Quarter -- CHS 5 RI 12
2nd Quarter -- CHS 8 RI 12
3rd Quarter -- CHS 7 RI 3
4th Quarter -- CHS 12 RI 12