Good work, Thunder. Great finish. Everybody contributed, even the guys who didn't get in the game. The extra work at practice, the focus and attention to detail, it all has an effect on the guy next to you. That's how a team improves and grows. I'm proud of you guys for battling. Kyle hit that smooth jumper from the elbow to win the game and it was like sweet music to hear everybody cheer.
But even if he had missed the shot, I would still be equally proud. You guys stuck together, worked together, supported each other. You guys gave it all up for your teammates. That means more to me than stats and wins. We're only getting started.
There was a time when I said to our 12U (last year) that the biggest reason we lost to the Tar Heels (twice) was that we didn't have a deep enough bench. As good and skilled as they are, it was their tough reserves who were valuable and help them wear us out. One was a close loss in the NJB tournament. Another was a loss in CAL fall league.
This time, we had a LOT of quality reserves along with our solid starters.
Tonight's lineup vs. Tar Heels: Micah Tong, Micah Visoria, Javan Montiho, Ryan Higashionna, Jared Elwin, Felcris Corpuz, Kyle Moraga, Jerry Killion, Sierra Murobayashi, Joshua de Jesus, Kalai Kuia, Chris Afe, Tanielu Afe.
Tomorrow (Sunday), no shooting practice at McCully Gym unless anybody asks for it. Coach Roy will be busy since it will be the twins' (Kerl and Karl) birthday. HAPPY BIRTHDAY KARL AND KERL!
It's also Javan's birthday tomorrow. HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAVAN!
I can meet whoever wants to get some shooting in before the game. The gym will be open by 11:00 am. Call me at 551-1054 if you want to get the shots in.
MAHALO to Coach Roy for going back to Kalihi to pick up Tanielu and Chris after their football game and MAHALO to Coach Larry for going to Kilauea Gym to pick up Jerry after his other basketball game.
Sunday, Feb. 10
11:00 am - Shootaround, McCully Gym (optional - call me if you want to go)
2:00 pm - Warmups, Kilauea Gym outside courts
3:00 pm - Thunder vs. Crush 1, Kilauea Gym (CAL middle school division)
Monday, Feb. 11
6:00 pm - Practice, Kalakaua Gym
Tuesday, Feb. 12
6:00 pm - Practice, Kalakaua Gym
Wednesday, Feb. 13
5:15 pm - Warmups, Kilauea Gym outside court
6:15 pm - 13U vs. LBC, Kilauea Gym (PAA League)
Saturday, Feb. 16
9:40 am - Warmups, Aiea Gym outside court
10:40 am - 12U vs. Makakilo, Aiea Gym (Aiea League)
Sunday, Feb. 17
11:30 am - Warmups, Kilauea Gym outside courts
12:30 pm - Thunder vs. Boom, Kilauea Gym (CAL middle school division)
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