State Leagues Latest Results and Stats

This is still too early stage of the Regular Season in State League and we should expect many changes in upcoming rounds. The round was exceptionally exciting as three games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Jets defeated Camberwell in Sunbury 77-62. They outrebounded Camberwell 46-31 including 34 on the defensive glass. It was a good game for American forward Trevon Clayton (198, college: FPU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds. Maxwell Barkeley contributed with 20 points and 4 assists for the winners. Jay Mackenzie answered with 16 points for Camberwell. Camberwell's coach rotated twelve players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Camberwell will play next round against strong Devils trying to get back on the winning streak. Jets will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game.
Cougars (3-1) recorded a loss in McKinnon. Hosts were defeated by Devils (4-0) 112-99. It was a great evening for American point guard Maurice Howard (185-1997, college: Alcorn St., agency: Green Sports Management) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Kavione Green helped adding 25 points and 9 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American guard Sharif Black (185-1996, college: Bemidji St.) with 33 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 4 assists (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). Cougars' coach tested eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Devils will play against Camberwell (#4) in Melbourne in the next round. Cougars will play on the road against Steelers in Western Port and hope to get back on the winning track.
An interesting game was also home loss of Bankstown Bruins in a game in Condell Park versus undefeated Bandits (#1) 92-80. It was an exceptional evening for Branden Jenkins who led the winners and scored 27 points and 5 rebounds. Nathaniel Musters came up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for Bankstown Bruins in the defeat. Bankstown Bruins' coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Bandits will meet at home Hawks (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bankstown Bruins will play against Norths Soul Sports Bears and hope to get finally their first victory.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 3:
In League winless Western Port were beaten by Hume City B. on the road 84-81. Blackburn V. won against Hume City B. on its own court 91-77. Winless Chelsea G. was outscored by Camberwell in Melbourne 90-64. Winless Cent.Coast C. lost to undefeated Manly Warr. at home 68-85. Winless Hills H. lost to undefeated Inner WB on the opponent's court 56-58. Winless Newcastle H. lost to undefeated Maitland M. in a home game 57-70. Sutherland S. won against Illawarra H. 2 on the road 87-85. Winless Norths Bears lost to undefeated Canberra G. on its own court 68-80.

Group Big V

McKinnon C. - Wyndham D. 99-112

Cougars (3-1) recorded a loss in McKinnon. Hosts were defeated by Devils (4-0) 112-99. Devils made 18-of-22 charity shots (81.8 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for American point guard Maurice Howard (185-1997, college: Alcorn St., agency: Green Sports Management) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. His fellow American import forward Kavione Green (195, college: Bloomfield) helped adding 25 points and 9 rebounds. Howard is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Devils players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Sharif Black (185-1996, college: Bemidji St.) with 33 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 4 assists (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) and guard Mitchell Barry (190, college: HPU) scored 22 points. Cougars' coach tested eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Devils will play against Camberwell (#4) in Melbourne in the next round. Cougars will play on the road against Steelers in Western Port and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
McKinnon C.: S.Black 33+5reb+4ast, M.Barry 22+4reb+3ast, T.Matthew 9+4reb, J.Vandenberg 8+4reb+1ast, S.Yanni 6, J.Malvaso 6+2reb+1ast
Wyndham D.: K.Green 25+9reb+1ast, M.Howard 25+10reb+6ast, M.Ayol 19+8reb+3ast, K.Gorski 14, N.Joshua 9+1reb+1ast, D.Emmanwiel 8+2reb+1ast

Hume City B. - Western Port 84-81

Hume City Broncos used a home court advantage and edged the opponent from Western Port 84-81 on Saturday night. It was an exceptional evening for naturalized South Sudanese forward Makuei Puondak (203-1994, college: UT Southern) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 23 rebounds. American point guard Christopher Elder (180-1989, college: St.Francis, IL) accounted for 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side. Elder is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. American guard Troyce Manassa (193-1993, college: SSU) came up with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import forward Naaman Hightower (201-1994, college: Sonoma St.) added 15 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Steelers in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Hume City Broncos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Steelers will play against Cougars (#3) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Western Port: D.Corletto 28+4reb+2ast, T.Manassa 23+16reb+4ast, N.Hightower 15+15reb+4ast, J.Gaze 11+6reb+1ast, T.Matthew 3+9reb+4ast, S.Burch 1+1reb
Hume City B.: M.Puondak 21+23reb+3ast, C.Elder 19+5reb+6ast, B.Niop 18+6reb+1ast, C.Bellman 10+5reb+3ast, S.Elijah-Taye 7+5reb+1ast, S.Jah 4+3reb+1ast

Sunbury J. - Camberwell 77-62

Jets defeated Camberwell in Sunbury 77-62. They outrebounded Camberwell 46-31 including 34 on the defensive glass. It was a good game for American forward Trevon Clayton (198, college: FPU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds. Maxwell Barkeley contributed with 20 points and 4 assists for the winners. Four Jets players scored in double figures. Jay Mackenzie answered with 16 points and guard Luke Shelley (188-1991, college: KWC) added 19 points in the effort for Camberwell. Camberwell's coach rotated twelve players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Camberwell will play next round against strong Devils trying to get back on the winning streak. Jets will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game.
Top scorers:
Camberwell: L.Shelley 19, M.Jay 16+4reb, C.Sam 9+4reb+3ast, C.Carson 5+1reb, C.Sean 3+4reb+1ast, G.James 3+1reb
Sunbury J.: B.Maxwell 20+3reb+4ast, I.Sanders 18+5reb+2ast, T.Clayton 15+13reb+1ast, G.Blackshear 11+8reb+2ast, B.Nathan 5+5reb+2ast, M.Berezdecky 4+7reb+1ast

Blackburn V. - Hume City B. 91-77

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when Hume City Broncos (1-3) lost to Vikings (1-2) in Melbourne 77-91 on Sunday. Vikings looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American forward DMonte Evans (190, college: Bluefield) who led the winners and scored 23 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. His fellow American import guard Denzel Brito (185-1991, college: Loyola, MD) accounted for 21 points and 12 assists for the winning side. Vikings' coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Makuei Puondak (203-1994, college: UT Southern) came up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds and American point guard Christopher Elder (180-1989, college: St.Francis, IL) added 16 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for Hume City Broncos in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Vikings' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Melbourne to the arena Gulls.
Top scorers:
Hume City B.: M.Puondak 23+13reb+1ast, C.Elder 16+7reb+7ast, B.Niop 15+4reb+1ast, M.Jake 13+7reb+1ast, M.Viitala 4+5reb+1ast, C.Bellman 3+3reb+1ast
Blackburn V.: D.Evans 23+9reb+6ast, D.Brito 21+4reb+12ast, N.Mueller 18+8reb, B.Edward 12+18reb+2ast, M.Maniel 5, D.Agoth 4+3reb

Camberwell - Chelsea G. 90-64

Rather predictable result when Camberwell (3-2) rolled over Gulls (0-4) in Melbourne 90-64 on Sunday. Camberwell dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Gulls' 28. They outrebounded Gulls 58-35 including a 27-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Camberwell looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Jay Mackenzie who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 23 rebounds. Center Orlando Mein (, college: Keyano) accounted for 13 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Five Camberwell players scored in double figures. Point guard Kirk Smith (178) came up with 23 points and 5 steals and forward Aaron Frost (206, college: Dawson CC) added 12 points and 14 rebounds respectively for Gulls in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Camberwell will meet Devils in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Gulls' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Melbourne Vikings.
Top scorers:
Chelsea G.: K.Smith 23+4reb+3ast, A.Frost 12+14reb, C.Standerfer 9+2reb+4ast, T.Stewart-Paul 7+5reb+2ast, L.Brayden 6+3reb, J.Wallis 5+4reb+2ast
Camberwell: G.James 17+5reb+2ast, M.Jay 15+23reb+1ast, O.Mein 13+9reb+3ast, L.Shelley 12+6reb+2ast, Z.Matt 10+5reb+3ast, J.West 6+5reb+3ast

Group East

Bankstown B. - Albury W.B. 80-92

An interesting game was also home loss of Bankstown Bruins in a game in Condell Park versus undefeated Bandits (#1) 92-80. Bandits forced 19 Bankstown Bruins turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for American swingman Branden Jenkins (196-1994, college: TxWes) who led the winners and scored 27 points and 5 rebounds. Center Duom Dawam (208) accounted for 22 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Worth to mention Jenkins played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. Center Nathaniel Musters (208-1993, college: Lafayette) came up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and Nicko Timonera added 22 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Bankstown Bruins in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Bankstown Bruins' coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Bandits will meet at home Hawks (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bankstown Bruins will play against Norths Soul Sports Bears and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Bankstown B.: T.Nicko 22+8reb, N.Musters 20+12reb+1ast, J.Lopez 16+7reb+1ast, S.Shareef 12+5reb+7ast, T.Daus 5+3reb+2ast, W.Aaron 5+1reb+1ast
Albury W.B.: B.Jenkins 27+5reb+1ast, D.Dawam 22+9reb, K.Hayward 15+2reb+3ast, L.Cummings 13+6reb+1ast, J.McKay 6+5reb, B.Lloyd 5+3reb+1ast

Cent.Coast C. - Manly Warr. 68-85

But Crusaders were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Narrabeen 85-68 on Saturday night. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles outrebounded Crusaders 42-31 including 30 on the defensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for naturalized American guard Indiana Faithfull (193-1991, college: West Liberty) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists. Guard Steven White (182-1990, college: Alaska-Anch.) accounted for 24 points for the winning side. Jacob Cracknell came up with 26 points and forward James Trustum (192) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Crusaders in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Cent.Coast C.: J.Cracknell 26+4reb+1ast, J.Trustum 13+5reb+1ast, W.Nicholas 9, O.Robilliard 7+6reb+4ast, C.Jenkins 5+3reb+1ast, W.Bates 4+5reb+2ast
Manly Warr.: S.White 24+2reb+1ast, I.Faithfull 19+10reb+9ast, W.McFee 10+2reb, K.Painter 9+4reb, D.Francois 8+9reb+2ast, A.Bulgin 7+3reb+1ast

Inner WB - Hills H. 58-56

Bulls used a home court advantage and edged the opponent from Baulkham Hills 58-56 on Saturday night. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Bulls made 13 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for naturalized South Sudanese forward Chier Maker (203-1995, college: Idaho St.) who led the winners and scored 22 points and 6 rebounds. Center Johnny Crnogorac (216-1995, college: UTRGV, agency: Haylett Sports) accounted for 8 points, 14 rebounds and 9 blocks for the winning side. Naturalized British forward Paul Brotherson (198-1989, college: MSU Denver) came up with 15 points and 9 rebounds and Liam Moss added 10 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Hills Hornets in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Bulls will meet Hunters (#7) in the next round. Hills Hornets will play against Mustangs in Maitland and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Hills H.: P.Brotherson 15+9reb+1ast, M.Liam 10+10reb+4ast, D.Hayman 9+1ast, G.Jack 5+2reb+1ast, C.Lachlan 5+1reb, K.Joshua 4+6reb+4ast
Inner WB: C.Maker 22+6reb, H.Alex 9+14reb, J.Crnogorac 8+14reb+2ast, R.Jasper 7+2reb+3ast, B.Kaylan 6+4reb+3ast, J.Maccann 3+2ast

Newcastle H. - Maitland M. 57-70

There was an upset when Hunters (0-0) lost to Mustangs (1-0) in Broadmeadow 57-70 on Saturday. Mustangs forced 21 Hunters turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for Jay Cole who led the winners and scored 20 points and 7 rebounds. Jack Edwards accounted for 14 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Forward Myles Cherry (203-1998, college: Lafayette) came up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 18 rebounds and forward Matur Maluach (196, college: UNB) added 9 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Hunters in the defeat. Hunters' coach gave the chance to play for twelve players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Mustangs will meet at home Hills Hornets (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Hunters will play against Bulls and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Newcastle H.: M.Cherry 22+18reb+2ast, L.Mason 9+3reb, M.Maluach 9+6reb+2ast, G.Jaidyn 7+4reb+2ast, H.William 5+2reb+2ast, S.Jai 3+6reb+1ast
Maitland M.: C.Jay 20+7reb, J.Edwards 14+7reb, J.Hunter 10+7reb, D.Millburn 9+2reb+2ast, T.Turner 5+4reb+4ast, S.McGann 5+4reb

Illawarra H. 2 - Sutherland S. 85-87

But Hawks were not able to use a home court advantage and were edged by the opponent from Sutherland 87-85 on Saturday night. It was an exceptional evening for guard Lochlan Hutchison (188-1999, agency: BIG) who led the winners and scored 28 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Geoffrey Gerlach accounted for 17 points and 12 rebounds for the winning side. The former international forward Lucas Walker (202-1984, college: St.Mary's, CA) came up with 27 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and power forward Fletcher Macdonald (203-2003) added 13 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists respectively for Hawks in the defeat. Five Hawks players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Sutherland Sharks will meet Canberra Gunners on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Hawks will play against Bandits (#1) in Albury and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Illawarra H. 2: L.Walker 27+9reb+4ast, S.Mullan 14+3reb+3ast, P.Lancaster 14+8reb+3ast, M.Fletcher 13+8reb+10ast, M.Harry 12+6reb+1ast, E.Laudato 3+1reb+1ast
Sutherland S.: H.Lochlan 28+5reb+4ast, G.Geoffrey 17+12reb+2ast, N.Callum 15+6reb+2ast, A.Cabrera 8+4reb+1ast, W.Archer 6+5reb+2ast, B.Musulin 6+1reb+3ast

Norths Bears - Canberra G. 68-80

But Norths Soul Sports Bears were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Canberra 80-68 on Sunday night. Canberra Gunners outrebounded Norths Soul Sports Bears 51-37 including a 35-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Canberra Gunners made 7 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for center Glenn Morison (208, college: St.Edward's) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 12 rebounds and 5 blocks. William Mayfield accounted for 15 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side. Four Canberra Gunners players scored in double figures. Canberra Gunners' coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Nick Blair (185-1987) came up with 29 points and Anatoly Bose added 7 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Norths Soul Sports Bears in the defeat. Canberra Gunners will meet at home Sutherland Sharks (#6) in the next round. Norths Soul Sports Bears will play against Bankstown Bruins (#8) in Condell Park and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Norths Bears: N.Blair 29+3reb+3ast, J.Benjamin 10+3reb+1ast, M.Navarre 8+1reb+4ast, B.Anatoly 7+5reb+4ast, B.Rymer 5+4reb+3ast, M.Golding 4+10reb
Canberra G.: G.Morison 20+12reb+2ast, M.William 15+8reb+1ast, A.Akech 11+10reb+2ast, J.Toohey 11+5reb+2ast, P.Badalassi 8+8reb+1ast, M.Shaun 6+6ast



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