By Jay Leon Guerrero
The U15 Guam Team opened up FIBA Oceania Tournament against a juggernaut Australian Team that made a statement 136-35 win Monday night at the UOG Calvo Field House.
Nine players from the Aussie youth team scored in double digits in a balanced scoring attack. Harrison Beauchamp and Ryder Cheeseman scored 19 points apiece to lead Australia.
Guam had a tough time against the Australian defense, committing 32 turnovers. Guam will face another powerhouse team on Tuesday, going against New Zealand at 7 pm.
Lynnwood Colin Baker and Noah Tenorio led Team Guam with eight points. Tenorio grabbed a team high seven rebounds.
Other Monday Game: FSM 89, NMI 68; New Zealand 104, Samoa 44
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Guam’s Wayne Blas completed his 13th Boston Marathon and 38th marathon overall.
The island’s record holder in the distance, Blas finished this year in 2:35:21.
“I’m very happy with this result because seven months ago, I was sidelined with a stress fracture that kept me out for three months. No running! To come back on an abbreviated marathon build and finish one of the toughest races strong and healthy was a big win for me.”
His time of 2:29:38 at the 2023 Chicago Marathon and World Marathon Majors Age Group Championships stands as the Guam National Record.
