St Pious (Alwal) exhibited an impressive all-round performance to register a 54-42 victory over Army Public School after leading 23-16 at half-time to be emerge champions of the 3rd season of Crimson International Basketball Championship at St Michael’s High School in Secunderabad on Saturday.
The match witnessed some competitive basketball, with both teams displaying determination, attacking intent and enthusiasm. St Pious, however, held the upperhand throughout the contest, demonstrating better scoring consistency and maintaining their advantage in all four quarters.
St Pious began on a positive note, taking a 10–7 lead in the opening quarter with T Jason and C Jason doing the bulk of scoring. However, Krishna of Army Public School chipped in with timely baskets to keep the score within striking distance.
St Pious continued to build on their advantage in the second quarter by adding 13 points mostly through Tanishk. Army Public School could manage only 9 points as St Pious took a comfortable 23–16 lead at half-time.
After the change of ends the third quarter saw St Pious consolidate their position with another 13 points, while Army Public School could garner just 9 points.
Army boys fight but St Pious prevail
In the last quarter, despite trailing by 11 points, Army Public School refused to give up and mounted a spirited challenge by scoring 17 points. St Pious, however, responded with 18 points to maintain their momentum and eventually seal a well-deserved 12-point victory.
C Jason Paul of St Pious was adjudged Best Player of the Tournament. A total of 19 teams participated in the tournament which was played on a knock-out basis.
Former international basketball player Jeevan Pankaj was the chief guest and game away the medals, certificates & trophies. Gourishetti Harshitt, general manager, St Michaels School, Alwal; Shital Sharma, principal, St Michael’s School were also present.
Results: St Pious (Alwal) 54 (C Jason Paul 30, J Jason 23) beat Army Public School 42 (Tanishk 17, Krishna 12) Half-time: 23-16.
