Syria grabbed extremely important win yesterday in Morocco. It was the sixth day of the Arab Basketball Cup and Syrians desperately needed a victory after 1-2 record. In three games Syria faced with defeat against Libya and Tunisia, but they were better than Lebanon. On the other side, Algeria had 2-1 thanks to victories against UAE and Libya. Now Syria is No.3 in Group A and Algeria in No.4. The first quarter of the game belonged to Syria 26-18 and it was a clear signal that the Algerians will have a difficult job. Both squads were very motivated, especially at the offensive end. Syria was better there scoring 107 pts in total. Of course that was more than enough for comfortable victory. Today is important day for both teams as they will play the last games in the first round. Syria will meet UAE, while Algeria will take on Lebanon. UAE has not so brilliant 1-3 record so far, but there are some options they can finish third at the end. If Syria wins the third place will belong to them. Algeria also has a chance for third pace if Syria losses, and they beat winless Lebanon, what will most probably going to happen. UAE - Libya 63-75
Libya managed to grab third win at the 9th Arab Basketball Cup in Morocco. After Syria and Lebanon, the Libyans were too strong for UAE jumping to second place of Group A with 3-1 record. The only defeat happened against Algeria. UAE fell to fifth place with 1-3 record. Everything started good for UAE yesterday. After ten minutes of the game they created 18-16 lead. Until the half time UAE players were even better stretching the plus to 31-26. At that point of game it seemed that the Libyans will capitulate for the second time, but they totally changed attitude after the breather. Their strong defense stopped UAE on 13 points in third period, while on the other side they drained 22. It means that Libya had 48-44 advantage before the last ten minutes. Until the end the Libyans totally smashed UAE 27-19. Today, Libya will have a day-off. UAE will played its last game in the first stage, against Syria. There are some options that with victory UAE can jump on position No.3.
GROUP B
Saudi Arabia - Egypt 51-85
And another great win for the Egyptians. They demonstrated the best performance so far in Group B and they totally deserved to finish the first stage at the top of it. Before Saudi Arabia, the Egyptians outplayed the hosts Morocco, Kuwait and Yemen. Saudi Arabia also finished the competition in the first stage, but with 2-2 record. It is still not clear what position will belong to them in Group B. Currently the second ranked team Morocco has 2-1, while Kuwait has 1-2 record. Saudi Arabia suffered 60-71 loss against Morocco in the opening day. The good thing is that they blasted Kuwait 73-52, so there is still a small chance for the second place. Of course it is hard to believe that the hosts (Morocco) will miss the opportunity to beat Kuwait today. If that happen the second place will belong to them. In the other case, Saudi Arabia will have a chance as there will be circle between these three teams. One thing is sure, that Egypt is No.1 here and it will go to the next stage. In Group A Tunisia was confident. Like Egypt, the Tunisians will probably end the first stage perfect, of course if they beat Libya today.
Morocco - Yemen 86-66
Excepted victory for the hosts of the 9th Arab Basketball Cup. The winless Yemen had no chance in this game, especially as Morocco desperately needed victory in order to keep the hopes for the second place in Group B alive. Now Morocco has 2-1 record and it is currently No.2. On the other side, Yemen finished the first stage with poor 0-4. Surprisingly, the first quarter in this match belonged to Yemen, 17-19. Morocco drastically improved after that. They intensified defense stopping Yemen on just 11 points until the half time. At the offensive end they scored 29 for plus 16. At that moment it was clear that the game is over for Yemen. The hosts slowed down after the breather keeping the big lead. Until the end they managed to stretch it even more, to the final plus 20, 86-66. Today, Morocco will play crucial game for the second place against Kuwait. In case of win, position No.2 will be reserved for them. In case of defeat there is option that Saudi Arabia can make it.
Champville inks Youngblood and Thompson for Arab Cup.. - May 14, 2011 (by Rabih Khoury)
Champville from Lebanon signed back its former player Jasmon Youngblood (195-G-84, college: Kent St.) to join the team back for Arab Cup Championship that will take place in Abu Dhabi UAE.. Also, the team signed Sagesse Ex-player Garnett Thompson to be the third foreigner with Youngblood and Lee Benson. As for Riyadi, the three foreigners will be: Nathanel Johnson, Loren Woods and Ahmad Ismaiil. The two lebanese teams are candidates to reach the final of the cup, along with ASU from Jordan [read more]
Champville from Lebanon signed back its former player Jasmon Youngblood (195-G-84, college: Kent St.) to join the team back for Arab Cup Championship that will take place in Abu Dhabi UAE.. Also, the team signed Sagesse Ex-player Garnett Thompson to be the third foreigner with Youngblood and Lee Benson. As for Riyadi, the three foreigners will be: Nathanel Johnson, Loren Woods and Ahmad Ismaiil. The two lebanese teams are candidates to reach the final of the cup, along with ASU from Jordan. Also, Ettihad Alexandria from Egypt decided to withdraw from the Cup due to financial reasons...
Egypt are Arab Nations Cup champions - Sep 25, 2010 (by Eurobasket News)
FINAL
Lebanon - Egypt 57:60
Egypt celebrated the title at the Arab Nations Cup. They shocked hosting Lebanon in front of more than 6,000 spectators in Beirut. Egypt finally broke the curse after they lost two Finals back in 2007 and 2009. Amro Sherif (192-G-91) came up with 16 points to lead the effort.
Egypt opened the game with four quick points but soon the hosts took over. Joseph Vogel (211-C-73, agency: Pro Management Agency, college: Colorado St [read more]
FINAL Lebanon - Egypt 57:60 Egypt celebrated the title at the Arab Nations Cup. They shocked hosting Lebanon in front of more than 6,000 spectators in Beirut. Egypt finally broke the curse after they lost two Finals back in 2007 and 2009. Amro Sherif (192-G-91) came up with 16 points to lead the effort. Egypt opened the game with four quick points but soon the hosts took over. Joseph Vogel (211-C-73, agency: Pro Management Agency, college: Colorado St.) and Elie Estephane (195-G/F-86, agency: Pro Management Agency, college: Alabama So. CC) helped Lebanon take an 18:13 lead at the first break. Fadi El Khatib (199-F-79, agency: Pro Management Agency) opened a 9-point margin for Lebanon. But Egypt stayed in the game as they narrowed the margin to five points at halftime. Fadi El Khatib and Joseph Vogel gave a 9-point lead back to Lebanon early in the third stanza. Egypt showed character once again as they erased the deficit. The teams entered the fourth quarter tied at 44. The teams traded baskets in the tense fourth quarter. It all came down to the final seconds as Egypt put their noses in front 60:57. Joseph Vogel tried to save the game for Lebanon but his desperate shot went off mark and Egypt celebrated the victory. Wael Badr (193-G-78) contributed 12 points in the victory. Fadi El Khatib answered with 12 points for Lebanon. Rony Fahed (186-G-81, agency: Pro Management Agency) accounted for 11 points in the loss.
Bronze Medals Game Morocco - Algeria 74:64 Morocco stepped on the pedestal in Beirut. They shot down Algeria for the Bronze medals at the Arab Nations Cup. Morocco entered the game bravely. They posted an 18:14 advantage after ten minutes. They increased the tempo in the second quarter. Morocco unleashed 24 points to enjoy a 42:31 lead at the interval. Things did not improve for Algeria in the third quarter. Morocco wisely kept those at bay. The scoreboard read 57:45 with ten minutes remaining. Algeria worked hard to threaten the margin but Morocco stayed calm. They rallied confidently to the victory at the end. Younes Idrissi (204-F/C-84, agency: Pro Management Agency, college: Iona) notched 16 points to lead Morocco. Nabil Saidi (200-F/C-80) answered with 21 points for Algeria.
Lebanon and Egypt reach title game in Beirut - Sep 23, 2010 (by Eurobasket News)
Semifinals
Egypt - Morocco 75:56
Egypt will play in the championship game of the Arab Nations Cup. Yesterday they held off Morocco in the first semifinal of the tournament. Egypt will now take on Lebanon for the title.
Egypt played some stifling defense in the opening quarter. They limited Morocco to 13 points and ensured a 3-point lead ten minutes into the encounter. Both teams increased the tempo in the second term. Egypt stayed in charge as they fired 23 points [read more]
Semifinals Egypt - Morocco 75:56 Egypt will play in the championship game of the Arab Nations Cup. Yesterday they held off Morocco in the first semifinal of the tournament. Egypt will now take on Lebanon for the title. Egypt played some stifling defense in the opening quarter. They limited Morocco to 13 points and ensured a 3-point lead ten minutes into the encounter. Both teams increased the tempo in the second term. Egypt stayed in charge as they fired 23 points. The halftime scoreboard read 39:32 for Egypt. Morocco tried to change the complexion of the battle in the third stanza. They narrowed the deficit at 6-point mark with one quarter to go. But Egypt stormed past their opponents in the fourth quarter. They fired 23 points and rallied to the victory at the end. Amro Sherif (192-G-91) stepped up with 15 points to pace Egypt. Ramy Gunady (185-G-81) added 12 points, while Haytham Kamal (207-F-87) notched 6 points in the win. Abdelhakim Zouita (201-F-86) responded with 11 points for Morocco. Zakaria El Masbahi (191-G-79) accounted for 10 points in the losing effort.
Lebanon - Algeria 74:57 Algeria did not manage to advance into the Arab Nations Cup Final. They got eliminated by Lebanon at the semifinal stage. It was a close battle in three quarters before the hosts ran away in the final quarter. Lebanon strongly finished the first term. Ali Fakhreddine (204-C-83) helped the hosts to take a 20:11 advantage after ten minutes. Lebanon maintained the lead early in the second stanza. Moreover the home side established a 15-point cushion 32:17. But Algeria did not think of surrendering. They went on a 16:3 run to cut the deficit at just two points at halftime 33:35. Algeria got as close as one point 45:46 in the third quarter. But Lebanon stayed in charge as they entered the final term up by two points 50:48. Lebanon secured a 9:1 start of the fourth stanza. The gap soon grew at 13-point mark and Lebanon rushed to the victory at the end. Fadi El Khatib (199-F-79, agency: Pro Management Agency) 20 points and 7 rebounds for Lebanon. Ali Fakhreddine contributed 14 points, while Elie Estephane (195-G/F-86, agency: Pro Management Agency, college: Alabama So. CC) had 11 points for the winners. Hocine Gaham (194-G/F-86) netted 18 points for Algeria. Nabil Saidi (200-F/C-80) accounted for 11 points in defeat. Lebanon will take on Egypt for the title on Friday.
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