Review of latest West Coast Classic games

There were only 2 rounds played so far and it's still very beginning of the Regular Season in Local Leagues. The fans could enjoy quite many interesting games in the last round. The round ended with change at the leadership position and favorites losing the games. Here is the last round review presented by ESL.

First defeat of Cougars (0-1) against Flames (1-0) 83-74 was the most important game of the last round. Guard Jackson Hussey (190-92, college: Pikeville) orchestrated the victory by scoring 25 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Justin Beard (196-96) contributed with 15 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Luke Travers (201-1) replied with 15 points and 8 rebounds for Cougars. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cougars will play next round against Redbacks trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Flames will try to continue on its current victory against Buccaneers in Wonthella.
Lightning defeated Buccaneers in North Lake 77-69. American swingman Jay Bowie (196-92, college: Marist) had a double-double by scoring 31 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Rowan Mackenzie chipped in 9 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals during the contest. Swingman Aaron Ralph (200-89) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds. Buccaneers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Buccaneers will play next round against strong Flames trying to get back on the winning streak. Lightning will try to continue on its current victory against Hawks at Floreat.
The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Senators (1-1) in Floreat on Friday night. Visitors were edged by Hawks (2-0) 85-83. Mitchell Clarke notched a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort. Even a double-double of 16 points and 10 rebounds by Caleb Davis did not help to save the game for Senators. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Hawks will meet at home Redbacks (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Senators will play against Slammers and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
A very interesting game took place in Morley. It ended with only three-point defeat on the road of Suns (0-2) to Eagles (1-1) 87-84 on Friday evening. The best player for the winners was Kieran Berry who scored 19 points and 5 assists. Eagles' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Eagles' next round opponent will be Magic (#14) in Mandurah and are hoping to win another game. Suns will play on the road against Giants in Kalgoorlie and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Very important is a home loss of Eagles (1-1) against Buccaneers (1-1) on Sunday night. Host Eagles were defeated by Buccaneers in a tough game in Morley 88-93. Liam Hunt orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds. Eagles' coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Buccaneers will face Flames (#4) in Rockingham in the next round and it may be quite challenging game.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 2: Willetton T. smashed Kalamunda E.S. on the road 96-68. Warwick S. destroyed Goldfields G. on its own court 98-50. Winless Goldfields G. lost to undefeated Perry Lakes H. in Floreat 65-71. SW Slammers managed to beat Mandurah M. at home 66-62. Perth R. lost to undefeated Joondalup W. on the opponent's court 80-98. Winless Mandurah M. was beaten by Perth R. in a home game 72-83. Lakeside L. won against Willetton T. on the road 75-67.

Group WCC

Perry Lakes H. - Warwick S. 85-83

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Senators (1-1) in Floreat on Friday night. Visitors were edged by Hawks (2-0) 85-83. Guard Mitchell Clarke (185-99) notched a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Robert Cassir (195-91) supported him with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Even a double-double of 16 points and 10 rebounds by forward Caleb Davis (206-95, college: SVSU) did not help to save the game for Senators. American guard Justin King (196-89, college: TRU) added 17 points for the guests. Five Senators players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Hawks will meet at home Redbacks (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Senators will play against Slammers and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Warwick S.: J.King 17+4reb+2ast, C.Davis 16+10reb+3ast, W.Swaka 14+4reb+3ast, C.Ellis 13+2reb+2ast, C.Wroe 12+4reb+3ast, N.Manyang 6+1reb+1ast
Perry Lakes H.: R.Cassir 20+7reb+4ast, M.Clarke 17+11reb+3ast, B.Purser 16+4reb+4ast, C.Hamilton 9+3reb, M.Leary 7+4reb+1ast, A.Kisselev 5+2reb

Kalamunda E.S. - Willetton T. 68-96

But Suns were not able to use a home court advantage and were crushed by the opponent from Willetton 96-68 on Saturday night. Tigers made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. They also forced 25 Suns turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Guard Damien Scott (192-92) orchestrated the victory by scoring 18 points, 5 assists and 5 steals. Naturalized British forward Lewis Thomas (203-92, college: WOU) contributed with 8 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Power forward Ryan Blanchett (203-96, college: FNU) replied with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds and guard Jermaine Malie (185-96) added 8 points and 5 assists in the effort for Suns. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Tigers will face Magic (#14) in Mandurah in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Suns will play on the road against Giants in Kalgoorlie and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Kalamunda E.S.: C.Lowe 11+2reb+1ast, R.Blanchett 10+12reb, C.Aylett 8+3reb, M.Jermaine 8+4reb+5ast, C.Easley 8+3reb+3ast, B.Dinardo 7+2reb+4ast
Willetton T.: M.Connor 18+2reb+1ast, D.Scott 18+3reb+5ast, M.Garbellini 11+2reb, S.Elder 11+4reb, A.Black 10+2reb+2ast, L.Thomas 8+9reb+5ast

Warwick S. - Goldfields G. 98-50

Senators used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from Kalgoorlie 98-50 on Saturday night. Senators forced 33 Giants turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Giants' players. American guard Justin King (196-89, college: TRU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 20 points and 4 steals. Forward Caleb Davis (206-95, college: SVSU) contributed with 15 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Five Senators players scored in double figures. Power forward Manylok Malek (205-94) replied with 20 points and power forward Majier Garang (206-95) added 8 points and 16 rebounds in the effort for Giants. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Senators will face Slammers (#5) in Bunbury in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Giants will play at home against Suns (#13) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Goldfields G.: M.Malek 20+4reb+1ast, D.Ballantyne 13+4reb+2ast, M.Garang III 8+16reb, J.Reid 5+1reb, D.Riley 2+2reb+3ast, M.Sam 2
Warwick S.: J.King 20+4reb+3ast, C.Davis 15+7reb+4ast, E.Ethan 12+4reb+1ast, N.Manyang 11+6reb+3ast, C.Ellis 10+6reb+8ast, H.Jarrod 8+2reb+2ast

Perry Lakes H. - Goldfields G. 71-65

Very predictable result when Hawks (2-0) won against Giants (0-2) in Floreat 71-65 on Sunday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Hawks forced 23 Giants turnovers. The former international forward Ben Purser (200-90, college: Augusta) orchestrated the victory by scoring 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Robert Cassir (195-91) contributed with 8 points and 6 assists for the winners. Hawks' coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Swingman Jerome Reid (195-96) replied with 21 points and 6 rebounds and power forward Manylok Malek (205-94) added 18 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Giants. Hawks will face Redbacks (#7) in Northbridge in the next round where they are favorite. Giants will play at home against Suns (#13) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Goldfields G.: J.Reid 21+6reb+3ast, M.Malek 18+10reb+1ast, D.Ballantyne 16+3reb+5ast, D.Riley 7+2reb+3ast, M.Garang III 3+17reb+1ast, M.Andrew 0
Perry Lakes H.: B.Purser 17+9reb+5ast, M.Leary 14+1reb+2ast, R.Smith 10+4reb+1ast, M.Clarke 8+3reb+2ast, C.Hamilton 8+1reb+1ast, R.Cassir 8+4reb+6ast

SW Slammers - Mandurah M. 66-62

There was an upset when Magic (0-2) lost to Slammers (1-0) in Bunbury 62-66 on Friday. Slammers forced 25 Magic turnovers. Guard Brody England (191-99) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points and 8 rebounds. Center Mitch Keller (203-96, college: Delta St.) contributed with 6 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Tom Atkinson (198-98) replied with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and point guard Josh Hunt (179) added 12 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Magic. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Slammers will face Senators (#8) in Perth in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Magic will play at home against Eagles (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: A.Tom 20+12reb, H.Josh 12+7reb+1ast, C.Kyle 10+4reb+1ast, G.Dylan 5+1reb, P.Riley 5+2reb+4ast, A.Kearing 4+1reb+3ast
SW Slammers: B.England 24+8reb+1ast, R.Leigh 9+6reb, E.Rivar 7+2reb, C.Richardson 7+1reb, M.Keller 6+14reb+4ast, B.Rhys 3+1ast

Rockingham F. - Cockburn C. 83-74

First defeat of league's leader Cougars (0-1) against Flames (1-0) 83-74 was the most important game of the last round. Guard Jackson Hussey (190-92, college: Pikeville) orchestrated the victory by scoring 25 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Justin Beard (196-96) contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Five Flames players scored in double figures. Swingman Luke Travers (201-1) replied with 15 points and 8 rebounds and swingman Gavin Field (202-89, college: UWG) added 11 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Cougars. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cougars will play next round against Redbacks trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Flames will try to continue on its current victory against Buccaneers in Wonthella.
Top scorers:
Cockburn C.: S.Chan 16+5reb+1ast, L.Travers 15+8reb+2ast, G.Field 11+9reb+3ast, J.Holmes 9+4reb, M.Hampson 8+1reb, J.Polglase 6+2reb
Rockingham F.: J.Hussey 25+6reb+1ast, C.Beard 19+9reb, J.Beard 15+14reb+1ast, T.Durnin 12+4reb+2ast, R.Godfrey 10+4reb+3ast, L.Roberts 2+3reb+2ast

Joondalup W. - Perth R. 98-80

Everything went according to plan when Wanneroo (1-0) defeated Redbacks (1-1) in Joondalup 98-80 on Friday. Wanneroo made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game, while Redbacks only scored two points from the stripe. They outrebounded Redbacks 44-28 including a 33-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Redbacks were plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Guard Lochlan Cummings (189-95, college: HIU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 26 points. American power forward Lee Roberts (201-87, college: Findlay, OH) contributed with 21 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Naturalized Belgian guard Marshall Nelson (188-94, college: WBU) replied with 11 points and 8 assists and guard Joel Wagner (181-87) added 10 points and 7 assists in the effort for Redbacks. Five Wanneroo and four Redbacks players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Wanneroo will face Buccaneers (#6) in Wonthella in the next round where they are favorite. Redbacks will play on the road against Hawks in Floreat and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: I.Gattorna-Hargrave 14+3reb+1ast, D.Tawhiti 12+6reb, M.Nelson 11+3reb+8ast, J.Wagner 10+3reb+7ast, E.Vlahov 8+1reb, C.White 6+2reb+1ast
Joondalup W.: L.Cummings 26+3reb+3ast, L.Roberts 21+9reb+1ast, T.Matthew 11+4reb+3ast, H.Warden 11+4reb+1ast, R.Huntington 10+8reb+2ast, B.Ironmonger 6+5reb+4ast

Mandurah M. - Perth R. 72-83

But Magic was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Northbridge 83-72 on Saturday night. Redbacks dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Magic's 40. Naturalized Belgian guard Marshall Nelson (188-94, college: WBU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 20 points and 7 rebounds. Power forward Isaac Gattorna-Hargrave (203-99) contributed with 20 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Four Redbacks players scored in double figures. Forward Tom Atkinson (198-98) replied with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds and point guard Josh Hunt (179) added 18 points in the effort for Magic. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Redbacks will face Hawks in Floreat in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Magic will play at home against Eagles (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: A.Tom 25+14reb+1ast, H.Josh 18+4reb+3ast, A.Kearing 14+10reb, W.Isaiah 6+3reb+3ast, C.Kyle 5+3reb, P.Riley 4+2reb+2ast
Perth R.: I.Gattorna-Hargrave 20+5reb+2ast, M.Nelson 20+7reb+2ast, C.White 16+5reb+2ast, T.Jackson 13+8reb+3ast, D.Tawhiti 5+8reb+1ast, E.Vlahov 3+3reb

Lakeside L. - Geraldton B. 77-69

Lightning defeated Buccaneers in North Lake 77-69. American swingman Jay Bowie (196-92, college: Marist) had a double-double by scoring 31 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Rowan Mackenzie (190-99, college: LCU) chipped in 9 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals during the contest. Swingman Aaron Ralph (200-89) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and American power forward Liam Hunt (201-95, college: HIU) scored 16 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Buccaneers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Buccaneers will play next round against strong Flames trying to get back on the winning streak. Lightning will try to continue on its current victory against Hawks at Floreat.
Top scorers:
Geraldton B.: A.Ralph 18+11reb, L.Hunt 16+7reb+6ast, B.Inger 14+4reb+1ast, N.Johny 6+9reb+5ast, J.River 6+2reb, J.Hunt 6+4reb+4ast
Lakeside L.: J.Bowie 31+12reb+4ast, J.Davey 13+6reb, A.Ferguson 12+5reb+4ast, R.Mackenzie 9+7reb+5ast, M.Kayden 6+1reb+3ast, N.Palleschi 3+10reb+3ast

East Perth E. - Geraldton B. 88-93

Very important is a home loss of Eagles (1-1) against Buccaneers (1-1) on Sunday night. Host Eagles were defeated by Buccaneers in a tough game in Morley 88-93. Buccaneers outrebounded Eagles 46-30 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Eagles were plagued by 32 personal fouls down the stretch. American power forward Liam Hunt (201-95, college: HIU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds. Forward Jesse Hunt (203-97, college: EWU) contributed with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Four Buccaneers players scored in double figures. Forward Shaquille Maharaj (196, college: Camosun) replied with 32 points and 4 steals and point guard Kieran Berry (183-99) added 17 points and 7 assists in the effort for Eagles. Eagles' coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Buccaneers will face Flames (#4) in Rockingham in the next round and it may be quite challenging game.
Top scorers:
East Perth E.: S.Maharaj 32+3reb+3ast, K.Berry 17+3reb+7ast, L.Thwaites 8+4reb, I.Offereins 8+1ast, F.Nicolas 6, J.Offereins 5+5reb+5ast
Geraldton B.: L.Hunt 24+12reb+3ast, J.Hunt 21+12reb+4ast, A.Ralph 20+9reb+2ast, N.Johny 12+4reb+2ast, C.Cook 5, X.Shaw 4+6reb+2ast

Willetton T. - Lakeside L. 67-75

But Tigers were not able to use a home court advantage and were defeated by the opponent from North Lake 75-67 on Friday night. Lightning outrebounded Tigers 54-42 including 17 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Naturalized Scottish power forward Michael Vigor (206-90) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points and 9 rebounds. American swingman Jay Bowie (196-92, college: Marist) contributed with 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Four Lightning players scored in double figures. Guard Damien Scott (192-92) replied with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Connor Mincherton (186-1) added 14 points in the effort for Tigers. Tigers' coach gave the chance to play for ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Lightning will face Hawks in Floreat in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Tigers will play at home against Magic (#14) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Willetton T.: M.Connor 14+4reb+2ast, D.Scott 12+6reb+5ast, A.Black 9+4reb+1ast, L.Thomas 8+8reb+2ast, H.Noordhoek 8+5reb+2ast, M.Garbellini 5+1ast
Lakeside L.: M.Vigor 21+9reb+2ast, J.Bowie 14+9reb+2ast, M.Kayden 11+6reb+5ast, R.Mackenzie 11+8reb+6ast, N.Palleschi 8+11reb+5ast, P.Byron 5+4reb

East Perth E. - Kalamunda E.S. 87-84

A very interesting game took place in Morley. It ended with only three-point defeat on the road of Suns (0-2) to Eagles (1-1) 87-84 on Friday evening. The best player for the winners was point guard Kieran Berry (183-99) who scored 19 points and 5 assists. Jarrad Anastasio (199-97) chipped in 9 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks. Eagles' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Power forward Ryan Blanchett (203-96, college: FNU) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds and swingman Logan Viskovich (200-95) added 17 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Four Suns players scored in double figures. Eagles' next round opponent will be Magic (#14) in Mandurah and are hoping to win another game. Suns will play on the road against Giants in Kalgoorlie and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Kalamunda E.S.: R.Blanchett 19+13reb+3ast, L.Viskovich 17+5reb+1ast, C.Aylett 17+1reb+3ast, C.Lowe 10+5reb+1ast, B.Dinardo 7+6reb+6ast, C.Easley 7+6reb+2ast
East Perth E.: K.Berry 19+3reb+5ast, F.Nicolas 17+1reb, S.Maharaj 10+2reb+2ast, A.Jarrad 9+10reb+2ast, R.Woodbury 9+10reb, J.Drown 7+1reb



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