Despite a good fight, they lost to Chuo University and the losing streak could not be stopped.
The Kanto University League match (league match) reached the halfway point of the first round and faced Chuo University in round 7. In the first half, they were unable to break through the defense and there were periods when they were unable to score, but when Chuo University’s shots started falling, they caught up. The first half ended with a 7-point lead. In the 4th quarter (Q), G Yori Iwaya (Sport 2 = Kyoto Rakunan) scored consecutive points to regain the momentum. However, they were unable to stop the opponent’s three-point attempts and were unable to get a step closer. The game ended at 70-86, and unfortunately they could not win.
Chuo University took the lead early in the first quarter. However, G Keiji Iijima (3rd = Ibaraki, Shimotsuma Daiichi) scored 3 consecutive points, and C Yoshikazu Hatsumiya (Sport 2 = Tokyo, Seimeikan) caught up with the score. He caught up once, but made a three-pointer near the end of the first quarter, leading to a 15-18 lead heading into the second quarter. They were unable to break through Chuo University’s defense and were unable to score. The point difference expanded to double digits. However, Iwaya scored consecutive points to turn the tide, and G. Kazuyuki Takada (Sho 2 = Kyoto Rakunan) made a three-pointer to cut the lead to two points. Waseda University tried to make a comeback, but was blocked by Chuo University’s three-pointer, and the first half ended at 33-40.
Hatsumiya hitting a free throw
The second half of the match. They allowed the opponent to score four consecutive points, and the gap fell to 16 points. However, towards the end of the third quarter, F Kouki Ono (Company 3 = Niigata, Kaishi Kokusai) and Iwaya scored consecutive points. Furthermore, just before the end of the third quarter, F Kennobu Hoshikawa (Sport 4 = Kyoto Rakunan) made a shot from one-on-one, reducing the gap to 10 points heading into the final quarter. Iwaya scored 4 points with a mid-range shot and drive, closing the gap to 6 points. Chuo University requested a timeout. Waseda University wanted to keep going, but Chuo University’s three-pointer blocked them. Waseda University allowed a quick break from a turnover, and the point difference became 11 points. F. Yuzuki Ishizaka (Sports 3, Tokyo, Kokugakuin Kugayama) showed tenacity in the basket count, but could not stop Chuo University’s momentum, which is good at three-pointers. The game ended 70-86, falling short of victory.
Iwaya taking a shot
Although Waseda came close, they were unable to turn the game around and once again missed out on victory. Iwaya, who had many chances to catch up in this match, said, “The problem was that we lost in the same way we always do, where we narrowed the gap and then immediately fell behind again.” From the next match onwards, they will continue to play against strong teams. The team’s strength will be tested to see if they can pull off a come-from-behind victory.
(Article by Ayano Gondo, photo by Yusuke Miura)
99th Kanto University League Match September 10th (vs. Chuo University)
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◇Waseda University starting members◇
G#0 Eiji Shimoyama (Sport 1 = Aichi/Chubu Daiichi)
G#4 Kenshin Kido (Spo 1 = Fukuoka Daiichi)
F#6 Kenichi Miura (Sport 1 = Kyoto/Rakunan)
F#13 Kennobu Hoshikawa (Sport 4 = Kyoto/Rakunan)
F#77 Yuzuki Ishizaka (Sport 3 = Tokyo, Kokugakuin Kugayama)
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G Yori Iwaya (Sport 2 = Kyoto/Rakunan)
–How do you look back on today’s match?
There were times when we were able to play our own basketball, but I think our problem was that we lost in the same way we always do, where we narrowed the lead and then immediately fell behind again.
–What was the biggest difference as a team?
It’s about how well we played the basketball we wanted to play. Chuo University played the basketball they wanted to play and created a flow, so I think that was the difference.
–You made a shot at a key point, but how do you look back on your play?
There were some good points that were decided, but there were many other scenes that I felt could have been decided. I want to improve my accuracy and give the team more momentum.
――From the next match onwards, you will continue to play against strong teams, so please show your enthusiasm.
This is an opponent that we would never be able to compete with in traditional basketball, so we want to improve our team strength through practices and league games to defeat them.
G Kazuyuki Takada (Commercial 2 = Kyoto/Rakunan)
–How do you look back on today’s match?
Although we lost yesterday, the team was showing momentum, and we wanted to put that into practice (today). There were times when the team was in a good flow, but we couldn’t get into the flow well, and in the end we lost because we couldn’t create our own pace. I think we won’t be able to win unless we get a little more cohesive as a team.
–What was the reason for not being able to catch up in the second half?
It’s been a while since I’ve been out, so my physical strength was tough (lol). Everyone was tired and we couldn’t do what we needed to do defensively. Our offense was barely able to connect and score, but our defense wasn’t stable and we couldn’t get through.
–It’s been a while since you participated, but how do you feel about your own play?
I’m glad that I was able to hit the shot with all my might, but I think I should have made the decision based on my physical strength and the important parts in the second half. It’s been a long time since I’ve been out there and I was able to make a shot, so I’m relieved. I would like to do my best from here.
――From the next match onwards, you will continue to play against strong teams, so please show your enthusiasm.
It’s going to be a challenge match, so we have to come together as a team and show off our energy, otherwise it will be a difficult match. Everyone is mentally prepared for it to be a tough battle, so I hope we can be a little more cohesive as a team and form the core of the team in the remaining few games, which will lead us to the second round. .
2023-09-11 18:02:44
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