Iran posted the third win at the WABA Championship in Amman. They knocked down Syria to gain 3-1 record. Iran will now take on Jordan for the one remaining qualifying spot at the Fiba Asia Championship in Tokyo. Saeid Davarpanah (191-G/F-87) came up with 15 points to lead Iran in this one. They held Syria to 10 points in the first quarter to take a 5-point lead. Iran maintained the lead throughout the second quarter. They ensured a 31:24 halftime lead. Iran kept their opponents at bay throughout the third quarter. They rallied to a 53:36 advantage with one quarter remaining. Iran dominated the final period holding Syria to 8 points and marching to a well-deserved win at the end. Samad Nik Khahbahrami (198-F-83) and Mohammad Hassanzadeh (201-F-90) delivered 12 points each for the winners. Michel Maadanly (194-G-81) proved his topscoring status chipping 25 points for Syria. Hakam Abdullah (198-F-82) added 6 points in the defeat.
After having a great year, leading the Iranian Super League Regular Season in total points scored Yonas Lalezadeh is now training in the USA. In an interview with Him we asked what his next move was. He responded with , "I love the game of basketball and I love improving, so right now I am training hard to get better."We then asked how his training is going overseas. He stated, " it's a challenge, everyday is a challenge [read more]
After having a great year, leading the Iranian Super League Regular Season in total points scored Yonas Lalezadeh is now training in the USA.
In an interview with Him we asked what his next move was. He responded with , "I love the game of basketball and I love improving, so right now I am training hard to get better."
We then asked how his training is going overseas. He stated, " it's a challenge, everyday is a challenge. I have great NBA trainers working with me and I feel the improvements daily."
We asked about his summer schedule and if he would return for National Team. He responded " it is an honor to be able to play with National Team. I respect and love the Coach, Players, and the Federation very much- they are like family... I have some workouts with the NBA DLeague teams coming up and I do not know the National Team schedule. Hopefully I can do both."
Lalehzadeh is the first National Team member born outside the country. Averaging over 20ppg this past season, Lalehzadeh helped the National Team win the West Asia Country Championship.
There was an article by the US Peace Institute that shares more on his story. Follow the link below:
Foolad Mahad and Petrochimi post two victories at the start of the 14th WABA Champions Cup - May 15, 2013
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Foolad Mahad and Petrochimi post two victories at the start of the 14th WABA Champions Cup. The Iranian teams are with 2-1 record after three games played.
In Day 1 Foolad Mahad overcame Champville 84:83. Both teams scored 12 points each in the first period, while Foolad Mahad took 1-point advantage at the halftime due to 24-23 rally in the second frame. Jeremiah Massey (202-F-82, college: Kansas St.) scored 18 points in the losing effort. Petrochimi meanwhile overcame Al Karkh from Iraq 77:70 [read more]
Foolad Mahad and Petrochimi post two victories at the start of the 14th WABA Champions Cup. The Iranian teams are with 2-1 record after three games played. In Day 1 Foolad Mahad overcame Champville 84:83. Both teams scored 12 points each in the first period, while Foolad Mahad took 1-point advantage at the halftime due to 24-23 rally in the second frame. Jeremiah Massey (202-F-82, college: Kansas St.) scored 18 points in the losing effort. Petrochimi meanwhile overcame Al Karkh from Iraq 77:70. In Day 2 Champville outscored Petrochimi 84:78. Jeremiah Massey scored 29 points to lead all the winners. Khatib posted 16, while Jeleel Akindele (216-C-83, college: Chicago St.) netted 13. In Day 3 Petrochimi beat their rivals Foolad Mahad 87:86. On May 14th Foolad Mahan outscorted Duhok 95:89 and today Petroshemi won over Duhok 89:80.
By cooperation of MR Agency Inc. and Haylett Sports , Petrochimi Imam Harbor could sign NBA Player Eric Dawson (206-F-84, college: Midwestern St.), for WABA Tournament during May 2013. Dawson after leaving San Antonio Spurs, went to Philippines and played for Meralco Bolts with great performance by having more than 50 points in some games and after that joined Petrochimi at Iraq for WABA tournament [read more]
By cooperation of MR Agency Inc. and Haylett Sports , Petrochimi Imam Harbor could sign NBA Player Eric Dawson (206-F-84, college: Midwestern St.), for WABA Tournament during May 2013. Dawson after leaving San Antonio Spurs, went to Philippines and played for Meralco Bolts with great performance by having more than 50 points in some games and after that joined Petrochimi at Iraq for WABA tournament.
Petrochimi , Champion of Iran 2012-2013 season, is participating this tournament with Mehran Hatami as Head Coach and some famous players as : Hamed Afagh , Hamed SohrabNejad , Ali Doraghi , Tyrone Brazelton , Ali Jamshidi .
Eric Dawson's some Awards/Achievements: Chinese ABA Marco Polo Cup Championship MVP -11 NBA D-League - Impact Player of the Year - 12 ALL NBA D-League 1st Team - 12 ALL NBA D-League Defensive 1st Team -12 D-League West Conference Runner-Up -12 D-League Champion -12
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