CAL Intermediate Gold Division, Kilauea gym
Great effort by the Raiders and their "Ironman 5". They were in shape and shot the ball extremely well, great execution while our guys inexplicably decided to watch the Raiders' 3-point show instead of defending. Coach Rudy and his guys did a nice job rallying from 10 or so points down.
Maybe it was the fatigue from playing two games the day before. Maybe we missed Colin (injury), Josh D (family time) and Josh R (sick). But all the maybes are weak excuses. We had enough talent and numbers to beat the Raiders, but they wanted it more. They played defense and we were borderline horrible defensively for the first three quarters.
Positive: We have a history of playing tough defense despite any size disadvantages. We can step up to that tradition if our hearts are there and we start playing with guts every minute and every play of every game.
Negative: Some of our more experienced players are too cool to play great defense on every play. That's how a 4-0 start turns into a 3-game losing streak.
I will be positive. I will have hope. Some people may get themselves benched very soon. That's what it will take, apparently.
Lineup: Sponger Jhevin Mercado, Trinity, Chaz, Jance (ankle), Jayden, Javan, Micah, Ryan, Felcris Ahadain. Mahalo to Colin Micah Ramos for assisting.
BIG MAHALO to Jason Apuya for shooting game video.
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