Blendos Spring Basketball League Week 7 Recap

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Final Regular Season Week – Sunday, April 26, 2026

The final week of the regular season began with a mix of frustration and determination at the Oneonta Armory. With playoff positioning on the line for several B League teams, the day featured a forfeit, must-win battles, and strong performances as squads fought for one of the final top-8 spots.

Game Recaps

Carolina Blue 50 – Sapphire 0 Forfeit

– 9:30 AM | Oneonta Armory

The first scheduled game of the day ended before it began. Sapphire was unable to field a full team, resulting in a 50-0 forfeit victory awarded to Carolina Blue.

Game Flow

With Sapphire unable to appear, the game was ruled a forfeit per league rules. Carolina Blue received the automatic win and 50 points.

Playoff Implications This gave Carolina Blue a much-needed win on paper, improving their record. However, as a forfeit, it provided no real momentum or competitive rhythm heading into their much tougher game later in the day. This would ultimately not be enough for Carolina Blue to reach the top 8

MAMCO (Grey) (6-1) 79 – Carolina Blue (3-4) 67

Sunday, Week 7 | Oneonta Armory

In what was a true must-win game for Carolina Blue in their playoff push, MAMCO (Grey) delivered a composed 79-67 victory. Carolina Blue fought hard early but couldn’t sustain the effort against MAMCO’s balance and defensive execution.

Game Flow

Carolina Blue kept the game competitive in the first half, but MAMCO (Grey) gradually pulled away, taking a 41-30 lead into halftime. In the second half, MAMCO maintained control and outscored Carolina Blue 38-37 to secure the 12-point win.

Standout Performances

MAMCO (Grey)

Jared Conklin: 15 points (6-17 FG, 1-5 3PT), 8 rebounds, 8 assists — a complete floor game
Naji Lawrence: 9 points (4-5 FG, 1-1 3PT), 9 rebounds, 7 assists, 1 steal — highly efficient two-way play
Scott Johnson: 12 points, 6 rebounds, 1 block
Kyle Greiner: 11 points, 5 rebounds, 2 steals, 2 blocks

Carolina Blue

Kelton Ryan: 28 points (9-19 FG, 9-18 3PT) — outstanding shooting performance
Trevor Huntsman: 21 points (9-27 FG, 3-11 3PT), 8 rebounds, 7 assists, 5 steals
Tyler Harris: 12 points, 10 rebounds

Team Stat Comparison

Final Score: MAMCO (Grey) 79 | Carolina Blue 67
Field Goal %: MAMCO 42% | Carolina Blue 36%
3PT %: MAMCO 33% | Carolina Blue 43%
Rebounds: MAMCO 44 | Carolina Blue 29
Assists: MAMCO 21 | Carolina Blue 18
Turnovers: MAMCO 8 | Carolina Blue 16

Advanced Metrics Analysis MAMCO controlled the game with better efficiency (48.1% eFG% / 49.1% TS%) and a massive +15 rebounding advantage. Carolina Blue’s hot three-point shooting couldn’t overcome the turnover disparity and MAMCO’s overall balance.

Playoff Implications This was a devastating loss for Carolina Blue in a must-win weekend. Despite strong individual efforts, the defeat played a major role in them ultimately missing the top 8 and the playoffs. MAMCO improved to 7-1 and strengthened their top-3 positioning.

Purple (7-0) 129 – Pink (4-3) 80 Sunday, Week 7 | Oneonta Armory

Purple (7-0) closed out the regular season in dominant fashion, defeating a severely shorthanded Pink (4-3) team 129-80. Pink started the game with only four players and faced significant adversity when late arrivals finally gave them five — only for Leo Temple to be ruled out with an injury immediately upon checking in. Despite the challenging circumstances, Pink battled hard, but Purple’s depth, efficiency, and relentless pace proved overwhelming.

Game Flow Pink showed impressive resilience early despite the short bench, but Purple built a commanding 57-39 halftime lead. In the second half, Purple poured it on, exploding for 72 points while holding Pink to 41. The game highlighted the massive gap in roster depth as Purple cruised to a 49-point victory in their final regular season contest.

Standout Performances

Purple

Devon Chabot: 56 points (28-42 FG), 24 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 turnovers, 2 blocks
Dylan Jaklitsch: 22 points (8-17 FG, 6-12 3PT), 13 rebounds, 19 assists, 5 turnovers, 3 steals, 1 block
Bryce Kohout: 18 points, 4 assists, 4 steals
Aaron Smith: 12 points, 1 assist
Ryan Ashline: 10 points, 9 rebounds, 10 assists

Pink

Malachi Ritter: 45 points (17-33 FG, 11-25 3PT), 9 rebounds, 1 steal
David Valmas: 13 points, 3 rebounds, 4 turnovers
Spencer Williams: 13 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals
Tori Gue: 9 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 turnovers

Team Stat Comparison

Final Score: Purple 129 | Pink 80
Field Goal Percentage: Purple 55% | Pink 40%
Three-Point Percentage: Purple 43% | Pink 34%
Rebounds: Purple 54 | Pink 28
Assists: Purple 35 | Pink 6
Turnovers: Purple 14 | Pink 19

Advanced Metrics Analysis

Purple was elite across the board with a 60.9% eFG% and 59.6% TS%, dominating Pink’s 48.8% eFG% and 48.6% TS%. The +26 rebounding margin and massive 35-6 assist advantage reflected Purple’s superior ball movement and second-chance opportunities. Even with Pink’s shorthanded roster and injury issues, Purple’s execution was clinical.

Playoff Implications

Purple finishes the regular season a perfect 7-0 and enters the playoffs as one of the strongest favorites. Pink ends at 4-4 after a tough, injury-plagued finale. Their resilience with limited players showed great character, but the difficult circumstances made this a challenging way to close the regular season.

Red (4-3) 60 – Oneonta Job Corps Academy (White) (3-4) 63

Sunday, Week 7 | Oneonta Armory

Oneonta Job Corps Academy (White) (3-4) pulled off a clutch 63-60 victory over Red (4-3) in a tightly contested season finale. The win proved monumental, as it ultimately helped OJCA clinch the 8th and final playoff seed in the B League.

Game Flow

Red started strong and led 30-24 at halftime. Oneonta Job Corps Academy (White) responded with a determined second half, outscoring Red 39-30 to overcome the deficit and secure a dramatic three-point victory. The game was physical and featured strong individual efforts on both sides, with the outcome coming down to the final minutes.

Standout Performances

Oneonta Job Corps Academy (White)

James Bunton: 16 points (8-13 FG), 8 rebounds, 8 assists, 4 turnovers, 3 steals, 3 blocks
Sylvester Bassett: 21 points (7-18 FG, 5-13 3PT), 7 rebounds, 4 assists, 4 turnovers, 4 steals, 1 block
Moise Bane: 12 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists, 4 turnovers, 2 steals, 2 blocks

Red

George Sheley: 27 points (10-23 FG, 7-14 3PT), 6 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 turnovers, 2 steals, 2 blocks
Preston Winters: 16 points (7-15 FG, 1-3 3PT), 7 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 turnovers, 3 steals, 3 blocks
Sawyer Furman (sub): 7 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists, 4 turnovers

Team Stat Comparison

Final Score: Red 60 | Oneonta Job Corps Academy (White) 63
Field Goal %: Red 40% | Oneonta Job Corps Academy (White) 38%
3PT %: Red 38% | Oneonta Job Corps Academy (White) 26%
Rebounds: Red 30 | Oneonta Job Corps Academy (White) 35
Assists: Red 16 | Oneonta Job Corps Academy (White) 19
Turnovers: Red 16 | Oneonta Job Corps Academy (White) 19

Advanced Metrics Analysis

Oneonta Job Corps Academy (White) edged out the win with slightly better efficiency and rebounding. Their ability to outscore Red in the second half (39-30) was the difference in a game that came down to execution in the closing minutes.

Playoff Implications

This victory was season-defining for Oneonta Job Corps Academy (White). The hard-fought win helped them clinch the 8th and final playoff seed, rewarding their resilience throughout a challenging season.

Bello/Richfield (Midnight Navy) (2-5) 62 – Poolbrook Contracting (Gold) (0-7) 45

Sunday, Week 7 | Oneonta Armory

In the final B League game of the regular season, Bello/Richfield (Midnight Navy) (2-5) defeated Poolbrook Contracting (Gold) (0-7) 62-45. This matchup wrapped up the regular season for both teams, with Bello/Richfield earning a hard-fought victory to close out the year on a positive note.

Game Flow

Bello/Richfield jumped out to a 27-21 halftime lead and maintained control throughout the second half, outscoring Poolbrook Contracting (Gold) 35-24. The game featured strong defensive efforts and rebounding from Bello/Richfield as they steadily pulled away in their final regular season contest.

Standout Performances

Bello/Richfield (Midnight Navy)

Owen Oldick: 22 points (10-26 FG, 2-5 3PT), 21 rebounds, 2 assists, 6 turnovers, 1 steal, 1 block
Eddie Bello: 15 points (6-19 FG, 3-11 3PT), 17 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 turnovers, 1 steal
Brandon Harris: 6 points, 13 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 turnovers, 5 steals
Braden Dunckel: 11 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 turnovers, 1 steal

Poolbrook Contracting (Gold)

Tony Hendrich: 12 points, 21 rebounds, 4 assists, 12 turnovers, 1 steal, 1 block
Jesse Chase: 6 points, 13 rebounds, 9 assists, 3 turnovers, 4 steals, 4 blocks
Nick DeBier: 16 points, 2 rebounds, 4 steals

Team Stat Comparison

Final Score: Bello/Richfield (Midnight Navy) 62 | Poolbrook Contracting (Gold) 45
Field Goal %: Bello/Richfield 30% | Poolbrook Contracting (Gold) 26%
3PT %: Bello/Richfield 17% | Poolbrook Contracting (Gold) 18%
Rebounds: Bello/Richfield 63 | Poolbrook Contracting (Gold) 56
Assists: Bello/Richfield 15 | Poolbrook Contracting (Gold) 16
Turnovers: Bello/Richfield 21 | Poolbrook Contracting (Gold) 37

Advanced Metrics Analysis Bello/Richfield held the edge in efficiency with a 32.5% eFG% and 32.5% TS% compared to Poolbrook’s 29.6% eFG% and 28.8% TS%. The massive turnover disparity (21 vs 37) gave Bello/Richfield far more clean possessions. Although shooting percentages were low for both sides, Bello/Richfield’s rebounding advantage (+7) and ability to force turnovers were decisive in the season finale.

Playoff Implications Neither team made the playoffs. Bello/Richfield finishes the regular season at 3-5, while Poolbrook Contracting (Gold) ends the year winless at 0-7. Both squads showed resilience throughout a difficult season and will look to build toward next year.

A LEAGUE

Bello Electric (Navy) (4-3) 74 – White (3-3) 71

Sunday, Week 7 | Oneonta Armory

Bello Electric (Navy) (4-3) edged out White (3-3) in a thrilling, closely contested A League matchup, winning 74-71. This was a high-level battle between two evenly matched teams, with Bello Electric pulling out the victory thanks to a strong second-half push and key contributions from their core players.

Game Flow The game was tight throughout the first half, with White holding a slim 37-36 lead at halftime. In the second half, Bello Electric (Navy) found their rhythm and outscored White 38-34, using timely baskets and defensive stops to secure a hard-fought three-point win in what was one of the better games of the final week.

Standout Performances

Bello Electric (Navy)

Zyeir Lawrence: 25 points (9-18 FG, 1-8 3PT), 10 rebounds, 4 assists, 5 turnovers, 6 steals
Maddox Imperato: 14 points (5-10 FG, 3-3 3PT), 9 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 turnovers
Dan Penubothula: 9 points, 10 rebounds, 3 assists
Tony Hendrich: 11 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals

White

Deion Mitchell: 22 points (9-21 FG), 10 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal, 2 blocks
Cam LaClair: 13 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 1 block
Connor Mannix: 7 points, 11 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, 1 block

Team Stat Comparison

Final Score: Bello Electric (Navy) 74 | White 71
Field Goal %: Bello Electric (Navy) 38% | White 32%
3PT %: Bello Electric (Navy) 23% | White 23%
Free Throw %: Bello Electric (Navy) 79% | White 100%
Rebounds: Bello Electric (Navy) 51 | White 48
Assists: Bello Electric (Navy) 15 | White 20
Turnovers: Bello Electric (Navy) 10 | White 20

Advanced Metrics Analysis Bello Electric (Navy) held a clear edge in efficiency with a 42.3% eFG% and 46.0% TS%, compared to White’s 39.1% eFG% and 40.2% TS%. The massive turnover advantage (10 vs 20) gave Bello Electric far more clean possessions in the second half. Although White shot well from the free-throw line (100%), Bello Electric’s ability to force turnovers and control the glass slightly was the difference in this narrow victory.

This tightly contested battle highlighted the competitive depth in the A League and set the tone for a strong final week of the regular season.

Gold (6-1) 71 – Orange (4-3) 53

Sunday, Week 7 | Oneonta Armory

Gold (6-1) closed out their regular season with a commanding 71-53 victory over Orange (4-3). After a slow start, Gold exploded in the second half, outscoring Orange 50-20 to turn a close game into a decisive win and solidify their strong positioning heading into the playoffs.

Game Flow Orange got off to a strong start and led 33-21 at halftime with solid execution. However, Gold flipped the script completely in the second half, erupting for 50 points while holding Orange to just 20. The second-half dominance in shooting efficiency and defensive intensity allowed Gold to pull away comfortably in their final regular season contest.

Standout Performances

Gold

Graham Wooden: 19 points (7-18 FG, 4-10 3PT), 9 rebounds, 5 assists — a strong all-around performance
Aaron Smith: 15 points (4-9 FG, 4-8 3PT), 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 2 blocks
Brock Birdsall: 12 points (6-11 FG, 2-3 3PT), 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 1 block
Mason Weir: 8 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals, 2 blocks
Kevin Kurkowski: 15 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, 1 block

Orange

Jared Hawkins: 8 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals, 2 blocks
Jazz Burks: 13 points, 10 rebounds, 5 steals
Seamaj Barnwell: 9 points, 7 rebounds, 1 steal, 1 block

Team Stat Comparison

Final Score: Gold 71 | Orange 53
Field Goal %: Gold 39% | Orange 35%
3PT %: Gold 31% | Orange 14%
Free Throw %: Gold 67% | Orange 62%
Rebounds: Gold 34 | Orange 34
Assists: Gold 18 | Orange 10
Turnovers: Gold 5 | Orange 13

Advanced Metrics Analysis Gold was significantly more efficient in the second half, finishing with a 47.0% eFG% and 49.1% TS% compared to Orange’s 37.5% eFG% and 40.3% TS%. The +8 turnover advantage and much stronger three-point shooting (31% vs 14%) allowed Gold to pull away dramatically after halftime. Their ability to limit mistakes and execute efficiently in the second half was the defining factor in this lopsided victory.

Bello Electric (Navy) (4-3) 72 – Orange (4-3) 79 Sunday, Week 7 | Oneonta Armory

In one of the most remarkable storylines of the entire season, Orange (4-3) defeated Bello Electric (Navy) (4-3) 79-72 in their third meeting of the year. What makes this matchup truly special is that Orange won both games with the exact same final score of 79-72 — a statistical rarity in any league. Even with significantly different rosters on the floor this time around, Orange once again got the better of their rivals in a high-stakes grudge match that carried major playoff seeding implications.

Game Flow The game was intensely competitive from tip-off. Bello Electric (Navy) led 40-41 at halftime in a back-and-forth battle. In the second half, Orange found their rhythm and outscored Bello Electric 38-32, using balanced scoring, timely three-point shooting, and clutch defense to secure the seven-point victory in what felt like a true playoff preview.

Standout Performances

Orange

Jared Hawkins: 21 points (8-20 FG, 3-9 3PT), 6 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals, 2 blocks
Jazz Burks: 16 points (7-14 FG, 2-4 3PT), 10 rebounds, 12 assists, 2 steals, 3 blocks — a phenomenal all-around performance
TJ Etienne: 18 points (7-11 FG, 3-3 3PT), 10 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 turnovers, 1 block
Seamaj Barnwell: 14 points, 6 rebounds, 1 steal, 1 block

Bello Electric (Navy)

Zyeir Lawrence: 30 points (13-28 FG, 0-7 3PT), 10 rebounds, 6 assists, 10 turnovers, 3 steals, 1 block — a high-volume scoring effort
Dan Penubothula: 19 points, 10 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, 2 blocks
Jonathan Codrington: 7 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals, 3 blocks

Team Stat Comparison

Final Score: Bello Electric (Navy) 72 | Orange 79
Field Goal %: Bello Electric (Navy) 47% | Orange 43%
3PT %: Bello Electric (Navy) 23% | Orange 50%
Rebounds: Bello Electric (Navy) 36 | Orange 39
Assists: Bello Electric (Navy) 19 | Orange 21
Turnovers: Bello Electric (Navy) 12 | Orange 14

Advanced Metrics Analysis Orange was more efficient from three-point range (50% vs 23%) and won the rebounding battle (+3), which proved decisive in the second half. While both teams had strong individual performances, Orange’s balance and ability to execute in crunch time — for the second time against the same opponent with the same final score — made the difference in this grudge match.

Notable Context Facing the same opponent three times in one season and winning two of those games by the exact same score (79-72) is an incredibly rare occurrence. With vastly different rosters from their previous meetings, Orange once again found a way to get the job done. This result had significant implications for final playoff seeding in the A League.

J & D Wagon Wheel (Blue) 50 – Red 0 Forfeit

| Sunday, Week 7 | Oneonta Armory | 7:00 PM

In the final game of the day and the regular season for the A League, J & D Wagon Wheel (Blue) was awarded a 50-0 victory over Red via forfeit.

Game Flow Red was unable to field a team, resulting in an automatic forfeit win for J & D Wagon Wheel (Blue). The game was recorded as a 50-0 victory in the official standings.

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