So the end of season award ceremony is almost upon us, although we still have loads of games to go, and are cramming them in, some players have been stand out so far.
The Nominations for the awards outline a few players who have shown why they deserve the award. Myself and HP will discuss the nominations and decide the winners.
Most Valuable Player - MVP
Peter Huang - Commanding from the PG position, and with a turn of speed that has broken defences many times over.
Yera Aimaganbetov - Has fully stepped up since the injury to Nik. Defensively strong, rebounding hard and a threat at the offensive end.
Josh Strongman - becoming the all round player we need. Solid defence, strong driving and corner shots. Plays intelligent basketball that has often held the team together.
Iraj Safaee - before his season ending broken nose, Iraj was a superbly quick footed basketball player. Great driving and mid range shot made him difficult to mark, and solid inside defence helped under the basket.
Most Improved Player - MIP
Yera Aimaganbetov - Massive improvement working inside, over the season.
Abner Li - has exploded as an offensive threat. Shooting and driving much stronger. Hassling defence.
Benno Huber - Although still on the fringes of playing senior matches, has worked solidly throughout the year to improve his game.
Kian Safaee - Has shown improvement to now match the senior players as his confidence grows.
Brendan Wilson - Has worked and worked tirelessly to become a good basketball player. Brilliant defender and always approaching the game with a want to improve.
Junior Player of the Year
Brendan Wilson
Kian Safaee
Harley Churchill
Max Metcalfe
Above are the Basketball, Seahawks specific awards. The School also has 3 further awards:
Newcomer of the Year - for someone who has joined the academy this year.
Yera
Brendan
Shawn
Benno
Harley
Nathan
Spirit of the Sport - for the one player who has shown the true spirit for the game. Always at practice (in the right kit preferably), supportive to others, willing to learn and improve and has given their all.
Players Player - as nominated by you. For the player who you must want in your squad. Clearly has skills and is a good player, but also supportive, committed and works for the team as a whole.