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“We put ourselves behind ourselves with a lot of ball losses, regrets Frédéric Ledoux. We miss completely open shots, which we obtain by rotating well collectively, and we make mistakes which should not happen in TDM2 on a recurring basis. Our lack of success in recent weeks is a little incomprehensible because, in training in match conditions, we shoot well. We have to wake up because it was a very good match, we have to show better than that!”
Ciney 76 – Willebroek 85
25-18, 15-24, 21-17, 15-28.
CINEY: Balthazar A. 2, Laroche 13 (2×3), Jacques 11 (1×3), De Jaeghere, Loncke 4, Balthazar M. 22, Reversez 6, Bojovic 18 (2×3), Hannotte.
Ciney enters the game perfectly, thanks to Milos Bojovic already author of two bombs (14-4, 4th), and takes the lead until a little slack in the second quarter, caused by the opposing team. Willebroek took the opportunity to go in front (32-34, 17th) and have a two-point lead at the break.
Laroche and M.Balthazar put Ciney back in control (63-59, 31st). The mano a mano continues for a few moments then, in three minutes, the Antwerp players fold the match with a fatal 1-13 to the Cinaciens (69-82, 36th).
“We delivered a good match overall, with a great start, despite a lot of quality and experience on the other side, underlines the Cinacian coach Yohan Balthazar. In addition to a very dense squad, made up of nine players of very good level, Willebroek has a large staff and had studied all our actions. However, we managed to keep the game level for almost 35 minutes before losing our footing, because we were in the bonus and we lost a few balls. The game could very well have gone the other way but we just weren’t consistent enough in the last quarter.”
Pepinster 77 –Belgrade 72
18-21, 22-14, 14-22, 23-15
BELGRADE: Beca 11 (3×3), Van Landschoot 7, Demars 2, Davreux 4, Pretto 4, Hucorne 5 (1×3), Stilmant 5, Demirtas 20 (3×3), Bampolineza, Trausch, Mommer 14 (2×3), Deblire.
Having struggled for a little over a month and its last victory dates back to October 5 against Hasselt, Belgrade was banking heavily on this trip to Pepinster to revive itself.
And for once, the Namurois enter the game well to lead 3-9 from the 3rd.
Without four missed shots, the visitors could even have increased the score but on the contrary it was the Pépins who came back, going in front at 13-12 then 18-18 before a missile from Beca to close the first quarter: 18-21. The visitors were manhandled after the restart and found themselves leading 38-28 before finally reacting to reduce the gap to 40-35 at the break.
Much more aggressive in defense after the break, the Namurois are in good momentum to the point of regaining control at 54-57 at the half-hour mark.
An 8-0 from the visitors to start the last ten minutes and three bombs from Delsaute tilted the match to the advantage of the local team which ended up winning: 77-72.
“Personally it’s a big blow, concedes Belgrade coach Bastien Gilain. After the third quarter I really thought that we had taken control of the match and that we were not going to let it slip away but on the contrary, everything changed in 5 minutes. I’m a little disappointed and have serious questions regarding the next matches.”
What methods can teams implement to effectively analyze their performance and reduce the occurrence of simple mistakes during critical moments in games?
1. Performance Issues: Given their recent performance, both teams seem to be struggling with consistency and errors. How can they identify the root cause of these issues and work on fixing them?
Guest 1 (Ciney Coach): Well, as mentioned in the article, we are making simple mistakes that should not happen in TDM2 on a regular basis. We need to conduct a thorough analysis of our gameplay and identify where these errors are coming from. Additionally, we need to improve our aggression and intensity level in the closing minutes of games.
Guest 2 (Belgrade Coach): Exactly, focusing on defensive tactics and communication during crucial moments can help prevent these errors and inconsistencies. We also need to ensure that our entire team is on the same page with the game plan and strategy to avoid mental lapses.
2. Roster Depth: Both teams have experienced lineups, but they also rely on their bench depth to keep the team fresh and competitive. How important is it for teams to have a strong bench in today’s highly competitive league?
Guest 1: A strong bench is essential as it allows coaches to rotate players and keep everyone fresh throughout the game. It also provides an opportunity for players to showcase their skills and potential, which can lead to improved team chemistry and performance.
Guest 2: I couldn’t agree more. Having a deeper squad allows teams to adjust their strategy and tactics accordingly, which can be crucial in a long season like this. It’s also an excellent way to retain team morale when players know they’ll get a chance to play and contribute.
3. Balance and versatility: With teams having multiple tall players or guards with shooting abilities, it’s essential to maintain a balance between offense and defense. How do these teams ensure they don’t become one-dimensional?
Guest 1: Maintaining balance between guards and forwards is crucial for any team. We need to focus on our team’s strengths and work on exploiting the opponent’s weaknesses. Furthermore, we need to ensure that all players understand their roles and responsibilities on both ends of the court.
Guest 2: Absolutely, having players who can do more than just score points is vital for any team’
