Week 1 – OPEN
Navarre vs Wall
Team Navarre
Team Navarre came out of the gates cooking. BooBoo came out hot, trying to prove to the rest of the captains that they made a mistake in the draft order, hitting three 3 pointers in the first quarter. Meanwhile, Wilson was busy doing Wilson things inside- bulldozing, bodying, and scoring almost every time he touched the rock. The adrenaline wore off in the second, and so did the scoring. With the lead and trying to save our legs, we switched to a zone. We wanted to get Wall out of the paint and force them to take more jumpers (Wall is a menace in the paint). We got Wall into some foul trouble in the 2nd half, and after that, the game plan was simple. Find Wall. Attack Wall. Repeat.
Our defense stepped up in the 2nd half, creating some turnovers and allowing us to push the pace and get some easy buckets at the rim.
Team Wall
Nothing
Davenport vs Aillet
Team Davenport
For the second straight year (maybe more, I don’t know, I’m not scrolling back through the feed that far) Team Davenport opens their season against Team Aillet. Unfortunately for TD, 2025 was the complete opposite of 2024 as TA rode a balanced scoring attack and an ice cold second half from TD for the 14 point win.
The game started competitively, with Nelson, BKitto, Varnado, and Hoang all knocking in two threes apiece in the 1st quarter. Kitto did an excellent job defensively all game on Aillet, who only made two field goals all night. In the 2nd quarter, more hot shooting from Davenport plus some timely layups from Kitto, Sumner, and Easley had the game all tied up before giving up a quick baset to TA for a 32-30 halftime deficit.
Then the second half happened.
Neither team shot the ball lights out in the third or fourth quarters. TD made five more field goals and TA six more. The big difference in the game was the free throw differential – TA made twice as many free throws as TD even attempted (TA – 14/19, TD – 2/7).
The game was still somewhat competitive until Davenport, victim of two iffy block calls while trying to take a charge, received his fifth foul for being assaulted by rookie Connor Williams, who lost his balance while trying to close out on a Davenport three, ran into Davenport, and then fell down. Somehow, Davenport was called for a charge, and then got a technical on his way to the bench for asking how it was possible to charge into someone on a set shot. A few plays later, Davenport, never one to go halfway, got his second technical for… let’s say “continuing the conversation,” and now our fearless leader will get to lead from the bench in our next game, too.
Not the best start, but we’ll look to turn it around against Team Giant – I mean Team Joy – next week. At least one Sumner is guaranteed to win next week! Big Ted was not thrilled with the 0-3 outing to start the year.
Team Aillet
Not a classic opening round between these 2. Some hot shooting to start kept both teams confidence high. Caleb dominating rebounds along with timely threes from Varnado and Hoang allowed team Aillet to take a slight lead into half. This would have been a larger lead if not for an illegal play by team Nelson to get a cheap basket before half. Team Aillet held the lead for the second half but remained close. Then an all time rookie play by Connor Williams taking a charge from Nelson led to an abrupt change. As Nelson tried to politely explain to the ref that he didn’t think it was a charge the ref clearly felt different. One thing led to another and now Connor is a legend, Nelson is ejected with 2 tech’s , and Aillet has made like 6 straight free throws. Team Aillet completes the game and pulls away for the last part of the fourth quarter.
Coogan vs Joy
Team Coogan
Team Coogan and Team Joy went back and forth in the first quarter before things took a turn for the worst in the second. Team Joy, missing their captain Cal and picking up Big Mac and Boo-Boo struggled to keep pace as Team Coogan, playing with only five guys, moved the ball well and consistently found open looks.
Coogan built the lead to 20, but Team Joy made a push in the fourth behind Scott Sumner’s three-point shooting, trimming it to eight at one point. Still, they were simply outmanned by the better team.
Coogan finished with 17, Fournet 17, Randall 16, Pecue 8, and Mike Sumner (subbing) added 10.
Team Joy
Nothing, but he had a baby so he catches a break.
Arcement vs Tuqan
Team Arcement
TA vs TT started off like most week 1 matchups with turnovers and missed 3s. But TA quickly found its rhythm vs TT 2-3 zone, with Bickham leading the way to start. It was an unselfish display from everyone on TA, with great passing leading to open shots most of the game. TT only found themselves down 9 at the half despite the good offense from TA. Haf got going from 3 in the 3rd qtr to make the game close, but TA answered with quality shot making. Bickham was great throughout and finished with 29 points for TA. They finished with 77 total points and a 20 point win. That sentence can be hard to believe if you looked at the box score after the game: yes Haf had the same amount of 3s (10) as TA for the game. TA hopes to continue the good shooting as they move into week 2.
Team Tuqan
Brantley vs Hebert
Team Brantley
A thriller from start to finish—if you consider watching Coach Patton Brantley trip over his own feet in the first quarter “thrilling.” At his age, the real victory was not needing a Life Alert commercial break.
Coach Patton Brantley’s draft strategy paid off as the rookie duo of Patrick Towels and Randy Montalbano lit up the scoreboard like they were trying to justify their signing bonuses. Towels dropped 26, which is impressive considering he spent most of the game calling for the ball like it owed him money. Montalbano chipped in 14, confidently reminding everyone he is more than just “the other rookie.”
Meanwhile, Brantley himself heroically added 6 points, which he claims was “part of the plan,” while Secrist tossed in 4 and Buck added 2 — those two apparently running a friendly competition to see who could score the least without getting benched. Rookie Neames came off the bench to deliver defense, rebounding, and the kind of hustle that made the veterans question their life choices.
For Team Hebert, Kyle, Marcus, and Bart led a strong offensive charge, keeping the game tight and making sure Brantley regretted every calorie he burned yelling defensive instructions.
The real headline, though? Ben Harger draining his first three-pointer in four years. Four years! The gym lights flickered. The crowd gasped. Time paused. Rumor has it he’s been secretly hitting the gym… or maybe he just closed his eyes and prayed. Either way, expect him to take at least seven questionable threes next game.
In the end, Team Brantley squeaked out the win, proving once and for all that rookies, luck, and not breaking a hip can carry you a long way.
Team Hebert
First and foremost, congratulations to Team Brantley for already surpassing last season’s win total… and we’ve only played one game. Love a glow-up.
Game Summary
The story of the night? Towels.
Apparently he’s not just a problem in flag football—he’s a silent assassin in basketball too. I didn’t even know a “quiet 26” was possible, but he somehow pulled it off.
The game opened like most season openers do: slow, awkward, everyone trying to remember how to dribble. But the Big 3—Brantley, Towels, and Randy “Spicy Long-Range Crawfish” Montalbano—handled all 12 of Brantley’s first-quarter points.
Meanwhile, Team Hebert got a strong start from Lasseigne, dropping 7 of his 10 in the opening frame. After a lively back-and-forth, Brantley held a 12–11 lead after one.
2nd Quarter
Pace picked up.
Captain Hebert finally decided to clock in and rewarded everyone by making a 3… and even some free throws. Yes, free throws from Kyle after last year’s performance. Miracles are real.
The Good Walker, Harger, and Big Man Bart Philips all chipped in. Towels basically was Team Brantley’s entire offense this quarter.
Halftime: 27–25 Brantley.
Second Half
More of the same: back-and-forth buckets, running, sweating, and Hebert’s team slowly aging in real time. In the end, Brantley’s youth and stamina edged out Hebert’s… experience (a polite word for “legends”).
Key Notes
Team Brantley
- Brantley is old, but he tricked everyone by drafting an actually young team.
- Towels is big. That’s the note. Just big.
- Both Randys can hoop, but Randy Montalbano hits 3’s and brings that crawfish-boil spice.
Team Hebert
- Hebert is out of shape and now has a forehead scar for his troubles.
- Philips is old but still built like he bench-presses tax returns.
- Peewee had all zeros (possibly because he didn’t show up… unclear).
- Marcus played steady and solid.
- Good Walker will be fine once Coach K gives him instructions using small words.
- Harger missed the late game-tying 3 but shot it with Steph-Curry-level confidence, which counts for at least +3 swagger points.
- Ryan Mockler is a defensive menace—and if that fails, he’ll just hand out beers mid-game to sabotage the other team. A true strategist.
West vs Ferrera
Team West
Team West came out slow to start the game. Meanwhile Arcement and Scott hit everything they threw at the goal! Tightened it up in the second half with smothering defense from CT the mad man himself and Ryan! Rookie Crowdus with an all around game needed two IVs after the game. Steve added a few 3s himself… make that around 8 even though it was told only 5….to keep up with the Splash Bros. Overall Team West putting it together with a captain who is still trying to figure out who the hell is on his team.
Team Ferrera
An investigation is being launched into captains who wear sweatpants, headbands, and different colored shoes into how a team of misfits can drain 12 straight possessions. Their 3rd quarter run against what looks to be the most promising team in the league was nothing short of impressive. It sealed the win for them. These early missteps provide the inspiration that Team Ferrara will need to go on a 9-0 run.
Week One – LEGENDS
Ringe vs Pitre
Team Ringe
For week one we wanted to keep it simple. Offensively we wanted lots of movement with a focus on getting the ball in the hands of Talley and George for open shots. On defense, play physical man to man, make them work for every shot, and limit second chance points. They started out in zone and packed in to stop Talley. First quarter started out as a battle, trading baskets, but Lockwood hit a 3 and we got some steals, runouts, and easy baskets towards the end of the quarter to open up a 5 point lead. We spread it more in the second quarter and went 4 of 4 beyond the arc, with George knocking down 3 3’s and Ringe hitting another. This forced them switch to man and then Talley went to work. Halftime score was 27 to 10. The second half was more of the same with continuing his barrage and Talley finishing in the paint. George finished with 26 and Talley had 16. Great work by rookies Neill and Gracie on defense. Lockwood and Ringe kept the ball moving on offense and made some great passes throughout the course of the game. Kudos to Team Petrie for playing hard without Lane and giving great effort the entire game. Team Petrie will be a force this season with Lane and a 100% Pat Walker. The rematch in Week 10 should be epic.
Out: Crain, Savoie
Team Pitre
For Team Pitre, the game against Team Ringe ended in a tough 58–30 loss, a contest in which they faced challenges from the start. After falling behind 13–8 in the first quarter, Team Pitre’s offense struggled further in the second, managing only two points to enter halftime with a significant 27–10 deficit. While they showed more resilience in the third quarter, scoring 13 points, Team Ringe’s consistent offensive attack kept the game out of reach, leading 41–23. Ultimately, despite a 12-point effort from Clint Smith and 7 points from Patrick Walker, Team Pitre was unable to mount a comeback against a strong Team Ringe, which was led by Tim George’s 26-point performance, connecting on 8 three pointers. And Jacob Talley adding 18 points. Missing for Team Pitre were Lane Pitre and Scott Fruge. Team Pitre looks to rebound next week against the all-presidents team Team Smith.
Lambert vs Smith
Team Lambert
Nothing
Team Smith
Ryan cant be bothered
Warde vs Dornier
Team Warde
Team Dornier
On a morning that started out foggy, as the fog lifted, I had a feeling our day on the hardwood would be a day to remember! Well, what can I say but it was a typical first game for Legends — after giving Lambert a hard time about being held scoreless in the first quarter, karma hit hard and we were also held scoreless losing 8-0 at the end of the first, mostly by captains inept shooting and passing! 2nd quarter was much better in terms of that we scored! We knocked down some shots, but still were down at half — Hurst, Gibbons, Bass and Davis played hard the whole game, and once we get in sync we will be much better… 2nd rounder Umut was not to be found, as we heard thru the grapevine tha the may have been deported, so our 3rd round pick took one for the team and flew to Madrid to see if he could find him…although I do not know why as Umut is from Turkey
Anyway, 2nd half begins and we chip away at the score, and bring it into within 4 when lightening strikes and they give Dartez a tech — Davis nails the 2 FT’s and then Hurst capitalizes and hits a 2 with less than a minute and we force overtime —
In overtime we get the first point, then they get the next point, then Alford gets an uncontested lay up — then Hurst nails a 3, and then Alford makes a 10 footer that rolls around the rim and falls to win it
All in all, I will say despite captains horrendous play, the team played hard and almost won the game — looking to get back into it next Sunday
Kudos to Team Warde as Eues and Dartez made life down low tough, St cyr, alford, and warde played discipline ball
Tate vs Martin
Team Tate
Despite being short-handed from the start—beginning with only six players and a late scratch (Hudson)—Team Tate competed hard with just five players. The game started off on fire, with LeDoux knocking down several three-pointers and showing great scoring ability. Crick was the second leading scorer for the night, contributing key points. On the defensive end, Sandridge played lockdown defense for Team Martin, while Sugar Shane energized the game with deep threes and his sick crossovers.
Team Tate built a substantial lead, going up by 20 points in the third quarter. However, Team Martin staged a strong comeback, closing the gap to within 10 points, thanks in part to solid defense from Boyd and Hood we held them off. The biggest difference in the game was our shooting—the shots were falling, which helped secure the win.
- LeDoux: 26
- Crick: 9
- Tate: 8
- Boyd: 6
- Hood: 4 pitchers at Big Mike’s
Big Mike’s attendance was Hood, Crick and Tate.
Team Martin
Nothing
Gage vs Boyce
Team Gage
Nothing
Team Boyce
Nothing