Sr. Boys Qualify for Provincials
What an adventure for the Senior Boys Basketball team who qualified for the AA Provincial
Championships—a first for the School in 35 years. A victory over Cedar on Thursday (79-72), followed by a loss to Brentwood on Friday (52-66) put the team on the backdoor side of this double-knockout draw for the final berth. At 10:00 am on Saturday, the boys had a convincing 84-50 win over Mark Isfeld. Pat E. led the scoring with 32 points, Shavaan S. added another 22 points, and Lukas B. had 19 rebounds and 16 points.
After a little food, some rest and a game tape viewing session, the boys had to gather themselves for a 5:30 re-match with Cedar who had also won their cross-over match against Ladysmith. With the final qualifying spot on the line, the team found themselves down 36-37 at half-time. In the third quarter, the boys put on a strong defensive effort led by Howard Y. and Will T. and gained a 10-point lead heading into the fourth. They stayed composed and took the game 71-60. Luis O. had consistent numbers with 11 points and a handful of key offensive rebounds. Shavaan S. scored 23 of his total 37 points in the second half and pulled down 24 rebounds. He was named to the 1st All-Star Team. Pat E. contributed 13 points to the victory and for his tournament scoring was named to the 2nd All-Star Team.
The team would like to thank the Shawnigan families who came to support their efforts and the many who sent their congratulations and best wishes.
The AA Provincial Championships take place from Tuesday, February 23 - Saturday, February 27 in Kamloops.
– Vito Pasquale, Coach
Photos by Cathy Pasquale
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In their opening game at the Island Championships, the Senior Boys basketball team upset Cedar 79-72. Shavaan S. earned Player of the Game with 23 points and 25 rebounds. Luis O. had a great start with 10 first quarter points and finished the night with 21. Pat E. followed with an additional 19 points and Lukas B. pulled down 11 rebounds to win the battle of the boards. Will T. scored 3 of his 8 points at the foul line to hold off the opponent’s late game run. The team is set to challenge Brentwood for a guaranteed AA Provincial berth in Friday’s 7:15pm match-up at SMUS.
– Vito Pasquale, Coach
Photos by Cathy Pasquale