Pune, January 19, 2024: The inaugural PYC Basketball League 2024, organized by PYC Hindu Gymkhana and hosted at the Basketball court, witnessed a stellar start with Aces, Wizards, and Lakers securing victories in their opening matches.
In the women’s group league, Aces triumphed with a 16-9 win over Sparks, showcasing their prowess on the court. The men’s group matches were equally intense, with Wizards narrowly defeating Blazers 28-26, and Lakers dominating with a 20-12 victory against Mavericks.
The league’s inauguration ceremony featured notable dignitaries, including Mr. Kumar Tamhane (President of PYC Hindu Gymkhana), Mr. Sarang Lagu (Secretary of PYC Hindu Gymkhana), Mr. Chandrashekhar Naniwadekar (Treasurer of PYC), Mr. Abhishek Tamhane (Basketball Secretary of PYC Hindu Gymkhana), Siddharth Bhave, Suvarna Limaye, and Karna Mehta.
Results from the League Round:
Women’s group:
- Aces: 16 (Isha Humnabadkar 12) bt Sparks: 9 (Arvee Sontakke 6) Half Time: 5-4
Men’s Group:
- Wizards: 28 (Apurva Sontakke 24) bt Blazers: 26 (Akshay Gadkari 12) Half Time: 11-13
- Lakers: 20 (Ankur Shah 14) bt Mavericks: 12 (Darshan Kankaria 8) Half Time: 5-9
The league’s competitive spirit and exciting matches set the stage for an exhilarating season of basketball action.
