Part Two of the Community Day double header at the Essex Sports Arena saw London Cavaliers rock up to tip off against the Rebs. This season has been something of a struggle for the men. The team has shown promise in some games, but then struggled in others. This was the final home game of the season, with the Rebs never really threatening the play-offs.
This didn’t mean that the Our House atmosphere could take a night off. Big Dog Ballin' was in fine form ahead of tip off, dropping some absolute bangers including Arrested Development, old school Public Enemy and even some Dre.
There was a new Queen B mascot in town as well. The clue was in the slightly different body moves as each old time anthem was blasted out around the Arena.
The first quarter was low scoring. The initial atmosphere then went a little flat. Rebs trailed 21-17 at the first buzzer.
A tight second quarter followed, with Rebs still staying afloat in the game. They took a 36-34 lead into the break.
This was our signal to play musical chairs. I’m all for enthusiasm, but the little ankle biter sitting right behind us was screaming into my ear at every opportunity. No ta, mate.
Neither team looked like they wanted to take control in the third, with the scoreboard showing 54-53. Cavaliers then decided to put their foot down, and punish the Rebs for having a short bench. The final score of 59-75 felt harsh.
And so another season is over for the men at the Sport Arena. It’s been good to watch, but the team has a tendency to tire as the game progresses. Injuries have not been kind. It will be interesting to see what the roster is when we return in six months time.
Up the Rebs!