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Players display skills at local tourney

January 25, 2023 By Mike Camunas

D.J. Ward, of Wesley Chapel, drives the basketball through two defenders during the Adult 3-v-3 Basketball Tournament on Jan. 21. (Mike Camunas)

Sometimes the calls went a certain way, just like the ball would fall through the hoop a certain way.

All in all, dozens of local basketball players laced up sneakers on Jan. 21 to play in the Adult 3-v-3 Basketball Tournament at the gym at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex. They had a blast and showed off hoops action for each other and spectators who attended.

Teams, made up of up to five adults all over 18, competed. The games began in the morning and went into the afternoon. Each team was guaranteed two games.

Play was relegated to a half-court. Scoring was reduced to one point for a regular basket and two points for a shot made beyond the three-point line.

Snacks and beverages were provided, including some from Aroma Joe’s, which was handing out A.J.’s Rush energy drinks.

Overall, the play was intense and competitive.

When they weren’t playing, however, the players enjoyed watching other games — and rooted for the competitors on the courts.

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David Senyak, of Tampa, makes a pass during the Adult 3-v-3 Basketball Tournament at the gym at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex on Jan. 21.
Temple Terrace player Chris Gaines engages in a little keep-away during one of his games in the 3-v-3 basketball tournament.
Land O’ Lakes referee Richard Bolack makes a fun call during the Adult 3-v-3 Basketball Tournament at Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex on Jan. 21.
Land O’ Lakes resident Justin Pipes, left, is defended by Lutz resident Andy Luaces, during the Adult 3-v-3 Basketball Tournament at the gym at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex. Teams could have up to five players for subs and were guaranteed two games, as fans, and players on the other teams, would stand by to watch some good recreational basketball.
Land O’ Lakes player Dante Cannon drives past Lutz player Andy Luaces, as Cannon heads to the basket for a layup in the Adult 3-v-3 Basketball Tournament at the gym at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex.
Nick McElroy, of Tampa, takes a shot from well beyond the line on Jan. 21.
Clearwater player Herwick Pressoir readies to run a play while dribbling the ball at the top of the court.
Basketball action was on full display at the gym at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex on Jan. 21.
Andy Luaces, of Lutz, takes a long shot during the Adult 3-v-3 Basketball Tournament on Jan. 21.
New Tampa player K’Vaughn Joyner, left, and Wesley Chapel player Peter Schnidmiller take a breather on the bench during the Adult 3-v-3 Basketball Tournament at the gym at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex.

 

 

 

 

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