It was a successful weekend for the Falcons Under 16.3 Boys who won the Melbourne Tigers Tournament in thrilling fashion. Coach Handley has provided the following reflection on the weekend:

Over the weekend some of the under 16.3 Falcons boys enjoyed the Melbourne Tournament 2016, Section 16A. The boys include Spencer Walters, Mitchell Latimer, Gilad Cass, Charlie Orr, Lucas Handley, Ross Agelopoulos, Daniel Orgill and Seamus O’Donnell. With great support families in transport and cheering loudly. An amazing effort by our team manager/stats man/multi-media mgr, David Cass. Last but not least our assist coach Shaun O’Donnell, love his opposition analysis.

A very proud coach, saw the boys embrace a new defense, a new offence and a new in bound play, plus playing new positions. We had a great deal of fun producing a Grand Final win, the boys performed exceptionally well due to their silky skills and have a greater level of fitness.

Game 1

Falcons 16.3 Fall Short Against Kilsyth

In spite of a solid performance from Mitch with 12 points, Falcons fell to Kilsyth 41-37.

Falcons 16.3 and Kilsyth were tied up at 19-19 at the half, but Kilsyth gained the momentum during the final two quarters.

Mitch maintained a blistering pace for Falcons, scoring nine points in the first half.

Also chipping in for Falcons were Seamus (8 points), Charlie (5 points), Spencer (5 points), Gill (4 points), Sco (2 points) and Dan (1 point).

Game 2

Falcons 16.3 Defeat Kingston

Falcons won 56-40 against Kingston on Saturday with the help of Sco, who scored 13 points.

Falcons 16.3 put points on the board early, claiming a 23-20 lead at the half.

Falcons's Sco hit 6-for-8 (75%) shots from the floor.

Two other players also scored in the double digits for Falcons. Gill contributed 10 points and Seamus added 10 points.

Also chipping in for Falcons were Spencer (9 points), Mitch (6 points), Lucas (4 points), and Charlie (4 points).

Game 3

Falcons 16.3 Beat Waverley 16.2

Gill's 11 points propelled Falcons to a 52-45 victory over Waverley 2 on Saturday.

Claiming a 27-24 lead at the half, Falcons 16.3 pulled ahead early in the game.

Gill led Falcons's offense, going 4-for-6 (67%) from the field while also sinking 75% (3-for-4) of free throws attempted.

Spencer put up two three-pointers and scored seven points total. Two other players also scored in the double digits for Falcons. Seamus scored 11 points and Mitch racked up 10 points.

Also contributing for Falcons were Sco (6 points), Dan (4 points), and Charlie (3 points).

Game 4

Falcons 16.3 Win Versus Blackburn

Falcons won 73-31 against Blackburn on Saturday with the help of Mitch, who scored 22 points.

Putting up a 42-10 lead at the half, Falcons 16.3 scored points early in the game.

Mitch shot well from the field, making 69% (9-for-13) of shots attempted as well as 50% (3-for-6) of threes attempted.

Two other players also scored in the double digits for Falcons. Sco contributed 12 points and Spencer racked up 11 points.

Also chipping in for Falcons were Lucas (9 points, one very nice 3 pointer), Seamus (8 points), Gill (5 points), Dan (4 points), and Charlie (2 points).

Game Grand Final

Falcons 16.3 Beat Kingston

Falcons won 43-34 against Kingston on Sunday with the help of Mitch, who scored 22 points.

Falcons 16.3 and Kingston were tied up at 24-24 at the half, but Falcons 16.3 pulled away during the final half.

Mitch paved the way for Falcons, making 46% (6-for-13) of shots attempted while also sinking 62% (8-for-13) of free throws attempted. He was greatly supported by his team mates, with some great plays and assists.

Also helping the effort for Falcons were Sco (5 points), Seamus (5 points), Dan (5 points), Charlie (4 points), and Gill (2 points).