U18 Defeat Whitgift in Basketball Season Opener

The under 18 basketball team recorded a famous away victory in their first match of the season, defeating Whitgift 46-43 in a thrilling encounter. After the game had been tied at half-time the well organised Whitgift team dominated the third quarter and led by seven at the start of the fourth. However, the Caterham boys played inspired basketball in the final period with stifling zone defence and an effective fast break offence allowing them to turn the scoreboard on its head and lead by ten with just ninety seconds remaining. To their credit Whitgift never gave up and a flurry of late baskets meant the game remained alive to the final play. As a desperate last second three point attempt fell short, the Caterham boys were able to celebrate an impressive win.

It was a victory built above all on teamwork and communication, but particularly strong performances came from the captains Marcus K and Harry X, and also from man of the match Ivan C who competed hard for every rebound and made a number of tough shots at key moments of the game.