KINGS emerged winners on the opening night of the 3rd Rock Entertainment Super Eight Knockout basketball championship which began last Saturday night at the Mackenzie Sports Club Hard Court. 

Playing in what was the only game of a double-header feature, after Wismar Pistons failed to show for their clash against Amelia’s Ward Jets, Kings scored a 45-42 win against Block 22 Flames.
After trailing 7-8 at the end of the first quarter, Kings took control and were ahead 20-17 at lemon-time, before going into the final quarter ahead by a basket, with a 32-30 advantage.
They eventually won 45-42 as their top scorer was former junior national stand-out Orrin Rose with 13 points and Eon Reddock 10. The best scorer for the Flames was Selwyn Henry with 17 points.
The competition continues on Friday with another double-header matchup as Retrieve Raiders face Amelia’s Ward Falcons and Half Mile Bulls take on Victory Valley Royals. (Joe Chapman)