There was a BIG Sunday afternoon crowd at the Essex Arena for the visit of Loughborough Riders.
I’m not sure why. It wasn’t a double header game, and the Rebs hadn’t made an extra effort to push the tickets.
GOOD EFFORT all round. The strap-line of Colchester’s Best Kept Secret might soon have to be scrapped.
Rebs were down at the end of the first quarter.
Oh dear.
We know how this game is going to end.
There’s an acceptance that the Men aren’t the best team in the league. The Rebs organisation is all about developing talent - both on and off the court.
All we ask for as fans is to put in a decent performance and push the opposition as far as you can.
But don’t take your eye off the ball - especially when High Flyer Tyrese Hudson is playing the game of his life out there.
WOH! This is a classic example of a Rebels young player who has grown to become a baller who can compete with some of the toughest men in the league.
All of a sudden and the score was 34-34. Some huge turnovers for the Rebels allowed them to control the game, and not be bullied by the Riders.
The new Mr Mic Man did a commanding job. He’s found his voice and isn’t afraid to express it. Stan is a tough act to follow.
HT saw birthday celebrations on the court for some local kids. The Rebs handle these events very well. It’s not easy herding around a small army of ankle biters.
Chuck-a-Duck followed. Much to my surprise, this remainsrather popular.
The second half of the game was tight. Riders stretched to a two point lead at 61-63.
Now or never for the Rebs. Don’t let them get out of sight. Sure, we’re here to win, but this is a young Rebels team with a rookie Coach.
Speaking of which: SHOUT OUT to Coach Hart, who took to the court with the big wiper and helped to clean up some sweat.
In it together, etc.
Kyron Martin came big for the Rebels, just when we needed it. He stepped forward on two occasions to sink all four points from his free throws.
These put the game out of reach for the Riders. Man has ice in his veins. Decent beard as well.
And so a fantastic 87-82 home court win for the Rebs.
Yep - you always back yourself at Our House, but once again, this is a Rebels team that is punching above its weight.
What’s really interesting to see is how the organisation is growing behind the scenes, year on year.
Last season was tough due to some tragic off the court circumstances. The club has regrouped, and decided to move on and continue to see where this takes us.
We’re not the strongest team, but we have a strong team spirit.
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