St Rose’s High, Christ Church and Chase Academy record victories at YBG

St Rose’s High, Christ Church and Chase Academy recorded contrasting wins in the U16 division when the Youth Basketball Guyana (YBG) ‘Regional Conference’ continued on Saturday at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall, Homestretch Avenue.

Chase Academy downed North Georgetown 35-27. Stephen Deleon led the way with 18 points and seven steals while Jamal Nicholas added nine points and six steals.

For North Georgetown, Craig Harlequin tallied 12 points and 20 rebounds. Meanwhile, Christ Church edged Brickdam Secondary 31-30.

Tyrese James bagged 19 points and seven rebounds in the win while Lloyd Wallace supported with six points and 13 rebounds.

For Brickdam Secondary, Kareem Chitney amassed 13 points and six rebounds, while Shaquan Richmond scored six points and eight rebounds.

In another fixture, St. Rose’s High edged Bishops’  High 39-36. Storm Jordan recorded 14 points, while Kahil Farrington assisted with seven points and 16 rebounds.

For St. Rose’s, Keron Bacchus registered 16 points, while Duwan Young contributed eight points and 14 rebounds.

The tournament is sponsored by Edward B. Beharry and Company Ltd, Banks DIH LTD and the National Sports Commission.