On Court B, we have Seattle vs. Alberta. These two clubs started the tournament facing off yesterday morning in a tilt that saw Seattle win 45-42 in an OT nailbiter. Seattle was frustrated early by Alberta’s tight defense, causing a number of turnovers in the opening frame. They’ve managed to close the gap to two points at the half. 27-25.
On Court A, we’re watching BC-B face off against Portland. These two clubs also paired up yesterday morning with a tilt that saw BC take a clear lead in the 3rd quarter. BC took a 27-18 lead at the half, it’ll be hard to regain that ground in the final two frames.
Fun fact! I think the Seattle Slam is the only club with an official watergirl.
UPDATE
The Slam continued to press Alberta, who very briefly held a four point lead in the game, but tied it up with less than five minutes left. This game ran considerably later than expected due numerous stoppages in the first quarter. Turnovers late in the game led to a 2 point lead for Seattle. The clock-aware Michael Lykins helped seal the deal at the end of the game by picking BC’s turnover and sending it to Neil Spurry, who waited the clock out. 48-45.
BC finished off Portland handily, 54-42. They forced a lot of turnovers and stretched their offence out using long passes to thwart Portland, who dominated last year’s tournament. A good game for the prospects of British Columbia.