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Basketball. Kearsney College’s 1st basketball team went down 88–98 to Northwood in their fourth fixture of the term, played in front of a packed Skweyiya SportZone. The clash had all the makings of a David-and-Goliath encounter, with Kearsney facing a side ranked third nationally and brimming with talent. Northwood, dominant in recent years, arrived with a reputation to uphold.
Match Summary
- Fast Start: In sweltering conditions, Kearsney came out firing, racing to a 7–1 lead. But defensive fouls allowed Northwood to claw back, converting 12 points from the line. The visitors edged ahead 20–17 by the end of the first quarter.
- Halftime Battle: Kearsney fought hard to stay in touch, but Northwood consistently found gaps in the zone defense. By halftime, Northwood led 45–38, looking sharp on offense.
- Third Quarter Surge: Kearsney produced their best basketball in the third quarter, scoring 28 points. Each time they threatened to close the gap, however, Northwood responded with mini-runs to restore their cushion. Heading into the final quarter, Kearsney trailed 64–75.
- Final Push: Despite spirited play and winning the fourth quarter 24–23, Kearsney never got closer than six points. The final whistle confirmed a 98–88 victory for Northwood, though Kearsney’s resilience nearly delivered the upset of the season.
Top Performers
- Kearsney: Daniel Prinsloo (17), Pabatso Sithole (16), Kwa Sibya (10), Lubansi Mseleku (10), Ithu Khubeka (9), Kabo Ramadobedi (8)
- Northwood: Siyamtanda Shabalala (25), Awande Chiliza (25), Vacu (9)
Overall Fixture Results
Across all age groups, Kearsney enjoyed one of their strongest showings against Northwood in recent years. Of the 21 fixtures played, Kearsney claimed 13 victories and conceded 8.
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