Büyükçekmece Basketball Falls Short Against Aliaga Petkimspor in Tight Contest
The Aliaga Petkimspor secured a hard-fought victory against Büyükçekmece Basketball in a thrilling matchup officiated by gazanfer Bilge, Mehmet Karabilecen, Alper Altuğ Köselerli, and Orhan Çağrı Hekimoğlu.
Led by head coach Burak Gören, Aliaga Petkimspor showcased a balanced offensive attack. Breein Tyree led the charge with an impressive 20 points,while Bryson Williams and Wesley Van Beck contributed 13 points apiece. dewayne Russell, Damyean dotson, Troy Selim Sav, Yavuz Gültekin, Jaime Echenique, and Peyton Aldridge rounded out the scoring for Aliaga Petkimspor.
Büyükçekmece Basketball, coached by Özhan Çıvgın, fought valiantly but ultimately fell short. Yannick Franke emerged as their top scorer with 20 points, followed by Market Starks with 16. Jermaine love added 14 points,while Martynas Sajus chipped in with 10. Nikola Rebıc, Emircan Koşut, Rade Zagorac, Erdi Gülaslan, Yesukan Onar, and Evan Bruinsma also saw action for Büyükçekmece.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with Aliaga Petkimspor holding a slim 23-19 advantage after the first quarter. Büyükçekmece Basketball rallied in the second quarter, outscoring their opponents 42-40 to take a narrow lead at halftime. Though, Aliaga Petkimspor regained control in the third quarter, extending their lead to 62-54 heading into the final period.
Anatomy of a thriller: A Post-Game Breakdown with Coach Özhan Çıvgın
Welcome back, basketball fanatics! Today, we have a very special guest joining us – Coach Özhan Çıvgın, the mastermind behind Büyükçekmece Basketball. Coach, thank you for taking the time too chat with us after that hard-fought loss against Aliaga Petkimspor.
Let’s dive right into it. This game was a real rollercoaster, with both teams trading blows throughout. What were your initial thoughts as you watched your squad battle it out?
Coach Çıvgın: “It was a tough one,no doubt about it. Aliaga came out strong, but our boys showed tremendous heart, especially in the second quarter. We managed to claw our way back and even take the lead. Unfortunately,things got away from us in the third. We need to clean up some things defensively if we want to compete with a team like Aliaga.”
I think many fans would agree with you there. Aliaga’s offense was firing on all cylinders,with Breein tyree leading the charge with 20 points. From a coaching viewpoint, what adjustments do you think Büyükçekmece could have made to contain that firepower?
Coach Çıvgın: “Tyree is a phenomenal player, incredibly swift and explosive.We tried to pressure him early and force him into tough shots, but he’s a crafty veteran. he knows how to find his spots and capitalize. we need to be more disciplined in our rotations, especially on the perimeter, and communicate better as a unit.”
Yannick franke stepped up big for Büyükçekmece, matching Tyree with 20 points. He seemed to find his rhythm in the second half. Were there any specific plays or adjustments you made to get him going?
Coach Çıvgın: “Yannick’s a competitor. He thrives on those big-game moments. We made a few adjustments,utilizing some pick-and-rolls to free him up for some open looks. He also did a great job attacking the basket, drawing fouls and converting from the free-throw line.”
It’s clear this loss stings for you and the team. What are your key takeaways from this game, and what are you hoping to see from your players moving forward?
Coach Çıvgın: “This was a learning experiance. We saw glimpses of our potential, especially in that second quarter. But consistency is key. We need to bring that same intensity and focus for the entire 40 minutes. Building chemistry and trusting each other will be crucial as the season progresses.”
Coach, thank you for your insightful analysis. We know you and the team will come back stronger.Now, we want to hear from you, our readers! What were your impressions of the game? What do you think Büyükçekmece needs to do to bounce back from this loss? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Let’s keep the conversation going!
