Rugrats vs Malvern
Schedule / Sunday, Nov 1
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Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Game highlights1:28 · every made shot
Game recap
Rugrats edged Malvern 58-51 in a tight seven-point finish, with their advantage at the foul line supplying the separation. Both teams made 20 field goals and collected six steals, while rebounds were nearly even at 32-31 for Rugrats. The clearest efficiency edge also belonged to Rugrats, who shot 40% (20-of-50) compared with Malvern’s 37% (20-of-54). Rugrats made 14-of-18 free throws to Malvern’s 6-of-12. Malvern made one more three, 5-of-16 to 4-of-14, and both teams committed 11 turnovers.
jerome t led Malvern with 22 points on 8-of-16 shooting, including 3-of-7 from three, plus 5 rebounds and 2 blocks. Dontaye Jones added 8 points, 8 rebounds and 3 steals. Rugrats received 15 points each from #11 and #12. #11 added 8 rebounds and 2 blocks, while #12 grabbed 7 rebounds. #8 supplied 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists, giving Rugrats another productive line off the bench.
Team takeaways
Rugrats
STRENGTHS
- The 58-51 win was supported by superior shot conversionRugrats made 20 of 50 (40.0%) and 16 of 36 (44.4%) from two, matching Malvern's 20 field goals on four fewer attempts.
- Free-throw execution was decisive at 14-of-18 (77.8%), producing eight more makes and eight more points than Malvern; the team should preserve its routine and composure in bonus situations.
- Defensive activity and interior production were strong with six steals and four blocks; #11 contributed 15 points, eight rebounds and two blocks, while #8 added 11 points, eight rebounds and four assists. Maintaining those rotations and turning stops into controlled transition opportunities should remain a focus.
TO WORK ON
- Three-point execution was below standard at 4-of-14 (28.6%), with #0, #11 and #5 making all four while the other shooters with attempts went 0-for-6. Improve relocation, spacing and extra-pass mechanics for secondary shooters rather than simply increasing volume.
- Turnover management needs tighteningThe team committed 11 turnovers, including five by #8 and three by #0, against 10 assists. Simplify reads out of pressure, secure the ball after rebounds and rehearse high-value late-clock actions.
- Half-court shot creation was uneven#11 shot 6-of-15 and #33 shot 2-of-9, combining for 8-of-24, while 14 of 58 points came from the line. Build pick-and-roll continuity, drag screens and early offense to generate cleaner interior and role-player looks so the offense is less dependent on free throws.
Malvern
STRENGTHS
- Despite the 51-58 result, Jerome T was the offensive engine with 22 points on 8-of-16 shooting, 3-of-7 from three, two blocks and no turnovers; the staff should continue creating first-read cuts and handoffs for him while developing secondary actions.
- The team demonstrated strong defensive activity with six steals and three blocks, so maintaining pressure on the ball, protecting the paint and converting stops into transition should remain priorities.
- Malvern generated extra opportunities with 13 offensive rebounds and 31 total rebounds, led by Dontaye Jones with four offensive boards and eight rebounds; consistent crash-and-tip execution can create an important possession advantage.
TO WORK ON
- Free-throw execution and foul prevention were major deficitsMalvern made 6-of-12 (50.0%) versus Rugrats' 14-of-18 (77.8%), and the 16-to-13 foul gap helped create 18 opponent attempts. Use vertical closeouts, avoid reach-ins and standardize the shooting routine.
- The supporting cast did not match Jerome's efficiency, as teammates shot 12-of-38 overall and 10-of-29 from two. The team's 5-of-16 from three was serviceable, so keep high-quality perimeter looks while adding paint touches, transition lanes and post or catch opportunities for other players.
- Ball movement and security need work with nine assists against 11 turnovers, an 0.82 assist-to-turnover ratio. Build screening and handoff actions, add weak-side cuts and establish a clear late-clock rule that favors an extra pass over a contested attempt.
Team stats
RugratsMalvern
20-50 · 40.0%
Field goals
37.0% · 20-54
4-14 · 28.6%
3-pointers
31.3% · 5-16
14-18
Free throws
6-12
32
Rebounds
31
10
Assists
9
6
Steals
6
4
Blocks
3
11
Turnovers
11
Box score
Rugrats
58W| Player | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TOV | PF | FG | 3P | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11Player #11Is this you? Claim it → | 15 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 6-15 | 1-3 | 2-3 |
| 8Player #8Is this you? Claim it → | 11 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 3-8 | 0-2 | 5-7 |
| 10Player #10Is this you? Claim it → | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2-5 | 0-1 | 4-4 |
| 5Player #5Is this you? Claim it →Player of the game | 7 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2-3 | 1-2 | 2-2 |
| 0Player #0Is this you? Claim it → | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2-5 | 2-3 | 0-0 |
| 33Player #33Is this you? Claim it → | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2-9 | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| 7Player #7Is this you? Claim it → | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2-4 | 0-2 | 0-0 |
| 6Player #6Is this you? Claim it → | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1-1 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| 12Player #12Is this you? Claim it → | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 1-2 |
| 3Player #3Is this you? Claim it → | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| 44Player #44Is this you? Claim it → | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| 999Player #999 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Team totals | 58 | 32 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 11 | 13 | 20-50 | 4-14 | 14-18 |
| Shooting | 40.0% | 28.6% | 77.8% | |||||||
Malvern
51L| Player | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TOV | PF | FG | 3P | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22jerome t | 22 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 8-16 | 3-7 | 3-3 |
| 12Player #12Is this you? Claim it → | 15 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 6-16 | 2-5 | 1-5 |
| 10Dontaye JonesThief | 8 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3-8 | 0-1 | 2-3 |
| 7Player #7Is this you? Claim it →Dimer | 6 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 3-10 | 0-1 | 0-1 |
| 24Player #24Is this you? Claim it → | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0-2 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| 13Player #13Is this you? Claim it → | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| 3Player #3Is this you? Claim it → | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-2 | 0-2 | 0-0 |
| Team totals | 51 | 31 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 16 | 20-54 | 5-16 | 6-12 |
| Shooting | 37.0% | 31.3% | 50.0% | |||||||
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