In a thrilling weekend of basketball action, the Westminster Warriors Basketball Club delivered a rollercoaster of emotions to their dedicated fans. The “Double Dose” event featured two intense matchups, with one victory and one heart-wrenching defeat.
Game 1: Westminster Warriors vs. London Stars
On Saturday, the Westminster Warriors faced off against the London Stars at home, and it was a showdown to remember. The Warriors secured a convincing 87-70 win, with top scorer Justin Hitchman leading the charge, amassing an impressive 29 points. Hitchman’s performance mirrored his previous week’s success, showcasing his consistency. Jon Johnson contributed 19 points, adding to the Warriors’ offensive firepower. One of the standout moments was a thunderous dunk by Jardell Kerr, who finished with 13 points. For the London Stars, White led their scoring with 21 points, closely followed by Adekunle with 17.
Game 2: Westminster Warriors vs. Cardiff Met Archers
The second game took place at Capital City Academy, and it was a wild ride. The Warriors locked horns with the Cardiff Met Archers, and the match ended in heartbreak for the home team with a score of 95-94. The game witnessed relentless back-and-forth action, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Nathan Ashley made a clutch three-pointer that briefly put the Warriors up by 1. However, in a dramatic turn of events, a crucial foul on a 3-point attempt in the dying seconds cost the Warriors the game. Flagherty, the standout player for the Cardiff side, calmly converted two of his three free throws to secure the Archers’ victory. Lukas Volskis was the Warriors’ top scorer, delivering an outstanding 24 points, including an impressive number of three-pointers.
Coach Mo Laribi shared his insights on the weekend, stating, “This weekend has been truly insightful as we competed against two very different but competitive teams. It provided us with some lessons that, when paired with our training, will be beneficial for our next game at NASSA and the rest of the season.”