KS2 Basketball returns

by Daniel Tight
Director & Senior Coach

DOUBLE THE COMPETITION 

Date: Tuesday 22nd November 2016
Attendance: 32 Children plus 125 parents/guardians 

Results:

Mayflower Mavericks 6 - 0 Holland Haven Heat

 

The Cannons KS2 Basketball League is gradually expanding across the district. This month it ran at both Clacton County High School and Harwich And Dovercourt High School. Seven primary schools comprising of children in years 4, 5 and 6 competed across both tournaments to try and move their way up the league table. 

St Osyth Scorpions retained top spot after another convincing set of performances at the Clacton competition. Scorpions beat Holland Park Panthers, Alton Park All-Stars and Holland Haven Heat en-route to registering a 100% record this month. The Panthers and All-Stars both registered a couple of victories in this tournament which shows signs of the development they are making. The Heat failed to win this month, however the performance levels were high and a few baskets they scored were amongst some if the highlights of the tournament. They showed great togetherness and teamwork as they  defended tirelessly and worked the ball up the court quickly in order to create scoring chances. 

Over at the Harwich event a late withdrawal saw just the one game take place, however this was definitely a case of saving the best until last. Mayflower Mavericks took on Two Village Titans. The Mavs raced into a large lead, however The Titans grew in confidence throughout the game and finished the game very strong, The Mavs held on to win by 6 (36-30) but had the game been a couple of minutes longer the result could have been different.   

The Cannons KS2 Basketball League is developed and run by Cannons Basketball Club, and it is supported fantastically by the PE departments and students at the high schools that host the tournaments. 

Cannons Basketball Club would like to thank schools, parents and our local sponsors  for their fantastic, continuous, support of the KS2 Basketball League. 

Next tournaments are due to take place in mid-December. For more information on to get involved please click on www.cannons2006.co.uk or email us on office@cannons2006.co.uk 

MATCH REPORT:
Clacton Cannons v's Braintree Blue Devils

by Daniel Tight
Director & Senior Coach

Date: Friday 18th November 2016
Venue: Tendring District Council's Clacton Leisure Centre, Clacton
Attendance: 72
Score: Cannons win 73 to 62.

CANNONS WIN THREE IN A ROW

A depleted Cannons team produced a superb display of teamwork, hustle and defiance in order to overturn an 11 point third quarter deficit to win by 11 points, in their last outing against a strong Braintree Blue Devils side. 

The first half was definitely one in which both coaches would have been extremely happy with their sides defensive efforts. Rhys Tight, Daniel Hammett and Nick Moodey producing a handful of blocks and steals between them were the highlights for the young Cannons team. There was also time for Riley Taylor to knock down a couple of vital three-pointers to ensure Cannons remained neck-and-neck with the Blue Devils at half time.

However, in the second half it was the 'old heads' that managed to pull the team onto victory, with their experience and drive it helped everyone to keep up the energy levels required. Player/Coach Chris Tight didn't play too many minutes, but when he was on court the 48 year old steadied the ship brilliantly; assisting for fun and allowing Cannons to transition smoothly from defence to offence. Paul Taylor demands high standards from himself and all around him, and that is vital in close games. The commitment to the cause he showed was great to see, he also chipped in with a couple of well earned baskets on the break. It was also a big game for Cannons leading scorer this season, Daniel Tight put up another 20 points, made two blocks and a grabbed a hatful of rebounds to allow Cannons to remain with their opponents throughout the game. 

Another game where every player scored; including Billy Price who could well miss the rest of the campaign due to a scheduled surgery. "It was a great moment when Bill scored his free-throw and the whole team bench and fans jumped to their feet in happiness", said Coach Chris Tight "We going to miss him, he's been big for us so far this season" added court captain Daniel Tight. 

Cannons would like to thank the fans that always turn up for them at the Clacton Leisure Centre. Cannons are without a doubt the best supported team in the league! 

This win sees Cannons early season home form continue, they have now registered three home victories on the bounce in the Suffolk Senior League. Another couple of records broken as this is the first time Cannons have won three home games in a row in their history, it is also their best ever start to a SSL season. 

MATCH REPORT:
(1) Clacton Cannons (U11's) v's Cambridge Cats (U11's)
(2) Clacton Cannons (U11's) v's Herts Royals (U11's)
(3) Clacton Cannons (U11's) v's Harlow Leopards Black Team (U11's)

by Chris Tight
Director & Head Coach

Date: Sunday 13th November 2016
Venue: Marks Hall Sports Centre, Harlow
Attendance: Circa 300
Scores: (1) Cannons loose 28, 18 (2) Cannons win 26 to 18 (3) Cannons win 32 to 31.

CANNONS UNDER 11's WIN 2 OUT OF 3

On Sunday Clacton Cannons U11's played their monthly Junior Central Venue League Matches. They had a slow start in the first match against Cambridge Cats however, they exploded into life in their second game against Herts Royal's, showing team spirit and togetherness beyond their years to come back from behind and send the game into overtime.

During the over time period Cannons scored 8 points without reply; Jenson Edwards leading the scoring and making some excellent rebounds. Toby Young assisted with some fast break scores which lead to Cannons winning the game.

Cannons 3rd game was the highest scoring and the most exciting. The game was in balance right to the final whistle. During the game we saw Daniel Vale bringing the ball up the court with confidence, starting off the cannons offence. Kees Levine was hustling for every loose ball and scoring some important baskets. Luke Willis was knocking down shots and getting some great rebounds, both Faith Pepper and Jack Cherry worked hard to continuously get up and down the court throughout the game. Within the final minute Cannons had the lead by 2 points, they then losing by 1 point after a 3 pointer from Leopards Black and then there was a quick inbound pass from Daniel Vale to Jenson Edwards who attacked hard down the wing to score with a shot under extreme pressure to send the cannons back into a 1 point lead with still enough time for Leopards Black to get the ball down the court which saw a finger tip block from Jenson Edward only to see the ball fall to a leopards player under the basket ready to shoot but with every Cannons player putting him under pressure the ball just missed as the buzzer went for the game to end in a 31-30 victory for Cannons.

Coach Chris Tight was so proud of all the players and the overall team spirit. It was nice to have the parents support it was a real privilege.

MATCH REPORT:
Clacton Cannons v's Clacton Centurions

by Daniel Tight
Director & Senior Coach

Date: Friday 4th November 2016
Venue: Tendring District Council's Clacton Leisure Centre, Clacton
Attendance: 54
Score: Cannons win 83 to 33.

CANNONS BLAST TO RECORD WIN

Clacton Leisure Centre was rocking last Friday night as the Cannons team put on a real display to record the biggest victory in the club's history (87-33), and the win was made even sweeter as it came against their local Clacton rivals, The Centurions. 

The sidelines were packed with at least 50 supporters, and they created great noise throughout the game. Their team didn't not disappoint them either, as Cannons put on a real team performance. This game saw each Cannons player register at least one basket, and many scores were made after some delightful free flowing passing moves. Players Rhys Tight (17), Riley Taylor (17) and Daniel Tight (14) combined for 48 of the Cannons 87 points. Although it was a three pointer from Richard Edwards and a fantastic teardrop runner from Ben Wilkins that really got the crowd on their feet. 

Coach Chris Tight was over-the-moon with the victory, in particular praising his team's tireless defensive efforts and outstanding togetherness. 

Cannons are in good form at the moment, winning two of their last three league games and currently sitting fifth in the Suffolk Senior League Division 2, a mere two points off of the summit. 

Cannons are next at home on Friday 18th November, 19:40, versus Braintree Blue Devils. Why not come along for FREE and support your local basketball club.