RI 42 - 26 Queensway Sec

The first game of the second round. We started off with an extremely high intensity on defense. The players on court was constantly communicating with each other while those on the bench provided much support with their reverberating cheers. Naturally, we were able to restrict the opponent to only 4 points in the first quarter.

The same was to be said in the second quarter. We were able to secure most of the defensive rebounds and manage to grab a couple of offensive rebounds too. Furthermore, our offensive was not as stagnant as the last game and all of our key players contributed equally to the 42 points.

However in the third quarter, our intensity went down probably because we were exhausted or because we substituted our key players out of the match. We rushed our offense, making unnecessary turnovers and took untimely shots. Nevertheless, we managed to sealed the victory in the fourth quarter.

An improvement over the last game was that the entire team was talking throughout the game. This allowed us to keep our intensity up, and play our best.

However, every game will be a tough one in the second round of the South Zone competition. Even when we are leading, we still need to keep up the intensity on defense and make our shots on offense, otherwise the opponents might catch up and steal the game from us.

Finally, with 3 games in a short span of 5 days, we definitely need to rest well so that we can give our 100% for each and every game.


Scoring by quarter:
First quarter: RI 12 - 4 QSS
Second quarter: RI 12 - 5 QSS
Third quarter: RI 6 - 7 QSS
Fourth quarter: RI 12 - 10 QSS

RI 26 - Guangyang 29

A disappointing loss for us. We played decent defence throughout the game. However, we could not maintain the intensity throughout the game. From the second quarter onwards, we allowed them to get several offensive rebound. Furthermore, we made a couple of turn overs.

In addition, the Guanyang team maintain their high intensity throughout the game. Perhaps the RI bench can do more to motivate the players in court. Similarly, those on court should always communicate not only to ensure that everyone is on the same page, but also to motivate each other.

Fortunately, we are still able to qualify for the second round of the competition. However, we must definitely learn from this loss and improve so that we can go further in the competition.


Points per quarter
1st quarter: RI 4 GYS 6
2nd quarter: RI 8 GYS 4
3rd quarter: RI 4 GYS 11
4th quarter: RI 10 GYS 4

RI 69 - 12 ACS(I)

This was probably the best game we have played this season. We opened the game with a 3 point dagger and we never looked back.

We played tough full court defence, preventing the opponents from bringing the ball across their half on numerous occasion.

The main reason for playing well was because we were focused on the game. There was no fooling around before the game and all our energy was directed towards the match. We must definitely capitalise on this momentum and triumph in our next match against Guangyang Sec.

RI 42 - 29 Bishan Park Sec

The second game in the South Zone competition. Even though we won this we game, we actually lost.

We played badly throughout the game; taking rushed shots, missing under basket shots and making bad decisions. We should have sealed the game by the first quarter by building a huge point margin. However, we ended the quarter by only a small lead of 6.

When the second unit came into the game during the third quarter, they were rather inexperience, making bad passes and playing very bad defense.

I feel that we need to stay focus before the game. The few minutes before the game is very useful to "get into the zone". Fooling around is definitely not acceptable.


Scoring by quarter:
First quarter--RI 11 BPS 5
Second quarter--RI 12 BPS 7
Third quarter--RI 10 BPS 12
Fourth quarter--RI 9 BPS 5

RI 76 - 22 Bukit Merah Sec

This was the first of the four matches in the first round of the South Zone Basketball competition.

It was a relatively easy match although we could have done more on the defensive end. For example, we allowed a few uncontested shots and also back door cuts. Nevertheless, we managed to play solid defence on their key players.

One aspect that the team will need to improve on going forward is our stamina. Is was pretty obvious that most of us was breathless after playing just a quarter.

Out next match will be on Monday against Bishan Park sec.

Basketball Bonding Camp

22 Dec (Only for B Division)
1430 – 1450: Check-in to Goldkist Resort.
1450 - 1530: Transport to Dunman High School
1530 – 1830: Match against Dunman High School @ Dunman High School
1830 - 1900: Transport to City Square Mall
1900 - 2200: Dinner @ Seoul Garden, City Square Mall
2200 - 2230: Transport back to chalet.

23 Dec
0830 - 0900: C Division check-in to chalet
0900 - 1000: Jog around East Coast Beach
1000 - 1045: Breakfast @ Chalet
1045 - 1100: Walk to Marine Parade CC
1100 - 1400: 3 on 3 Basketball Tournaments @ Marine Parade CC
1400 - 1430: Lunch @ Marine Parade CC
1430 - 1730: Amazing Race @ East Coast Beach
1730 - 1830: Rest
1830 – 2100: Basketball Sec 4 Farewell Barbecue.
2100 – 2130: Sharing of Christmas Gifts. Presentation of prizes.
1100 – 0400: Free Time

24 Dec
1030 - 1100: Check-out



Pack List
• 2X Training Attire.
• 3X Casual Attire.
• 5X Undergarment
• 3X Socks
• 3X Sports Towel
• 1X Bath Towel

• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Shampoo
• Body Soap

• Basketball Shoe
• Slipper / Sandals

• Ez-Link Card (required for Seoul Garden's student meal)
• Hand Sanitizer
• Plastic bags for dirty cloth
• Water Bottle
• Personal Medication
• Torchlight

• Sleeping Bag


Cost
$75 per person for Sec 2 & 3
$50 per person for Sec 1
AND
Bring a $8 - $10 Christmas gift

To-do
Form teams of 3. Each team must have a player aged 13, a player aged 14, and a player aged 15 or 16.

Chalet Address:
1110 East Coast Parkway
Singapore 449880
Room No: B07

RI 64 - 42 Geylang Serai

The 3rd and final game of the Milo Cup 1st round. Due to poor planning on the organizers part, our 1pm match was delayed to 2pm.

The opponents for this game was definitely weaker compared to our first 2 games. Nevertheless, we were still focused on the game as a lost would be totally unacceptable.

Our defense for this game was really poor. It is clear that we need to improve on our sliding because we only their player to single-handedly score a lay up after rebounding the ball. We did not force the opponents to the weaker hand and was never once over playing them on their strong hand.

Furthermore, we need to improve on our rebounding. We need to box-out hard, be aggressive and time the rebound. As a shorter team, we cannot expect to out jump the opponent for the rebound. Therefore, if we want to win any basketball game. All 5 players on the court have to box-out and get the rebound.

Remember when playing defense,

• No second chance for the opponent.
• No straight path to the basket for the opponents. Help defense is a must.

Hope to see an improvement in the 2nd round of the Milo Cup Tournament.

Scoring by Quarter:

1st Quarter-- RI 14 Geylang Serai 6

2nd Quarter-- RI 19 Geylang Serai 10

3rd Quarter-- RI 15 Geylang Serai 13

4th Quarter-- RI 18 Geylang Serai 13