Sparta Boss in commanding win

Deon Alfred of Sparta Boss attempting to dribble past his Melanie marker at the National Gymnasium on the opening night of the Rio Indoor Streetball Championship.

Traditional giant Sparta Boss, newcomer Rio All-Stars and Beterverwagting (BV) secured commanding wins, when the inaugural Rio Indoor Street-ball Championship commenced on Thursday.

Hosted in front of a sizable crowd at the National Gymnasium, Mandela Avenue, Sparta Boss made light work of Melanie compliments of a 5-0 scoreline.

Deon Alfred led the rout with a double in the second and 13th minute while the versatile Sheldon Shepherd added a brace in the 8th and 15th minute.