Kwakwani, Marian Academy, PC earn wins in Basketball Festival

A scene from the National Gymnasium in the Boy’s U16 section of the NSBF

Kwakwani, Marian Academy, and President’s College recorded wins in the Boy’s U16 division when the ExxonMobil National School Basketball Festival (NSBF) continued yester2day at the National Gymnasium, Mandela Avenue.

Kwakwani downed Diamond 46-22. Roshane Sampson netted 17 points and 7 rebounds, whilst Shamar Sam added eight points and as many rebounds. For the loser, Benkhai King recorded 18 points and five rebounds.

On the other hand, Marian Academy bested St. Rose’s High 34-26. Jaden Simon registered a double-double of 21 points and 12 rebounds, with Kaden Khan adding seven points. For St. Rose’s, Donnie Caspar netted 13 points, whilst Paul France scored 10 points.