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ROUGH WEEKEND

The Crush dropped two games over the weekend.  Friday the team traveled to face the Cincinnati Slam, losing 154-100.  Sunday the Crush fell to the Ohio Hidden Gems 138-115.  The Crush welcomed  four new players and felt the sting as players felt out each others games.  Newcomers Bill Sevchek and Andre Upshaw asserted themselves well in their debuts.  Calvin Swan (26 points) and Antonio Davis (31 points)carried most of the scoring load as the team worked to keep it together.

Sunday, the Crush and Hidden Gems were tied at 60 apiece heading into halftime.  A 19 point run to start the second half did the Crush in as they could not recover.  The next game for the Crush is Wednesday December 21st at the Armory.  This will mark the 3rd Toys for Tots game for the Crush as fans will be admitted free with the donation of a new or gently used toy.  Toys will be distributed through Secret Santa to area youth.

FRIDAY'S TOP SCORERS              SUNDAY'S TOP SCORERS 

Antonio Davis  32                     Antonio Davis 31

Calvin Swan  24                        Calvin Swan  26

Sam Goddard  22                       Sam Goddard  24

Ceilin Smith  12                     Andre Upshaw  22

Will Bland 4                            Bill Sevchek  12

BACK FOR OUR 3rd SEASON!!

Crush to open against the Ohio Hidden Gems

The Cambridge Crush will open their third season of minor league basketball against the Ohio Hidden Gems. The teams split 2 games last season with both teams posting 5 point victories (Crush 93-88, Gems 103-98).

The Crush would like to thank the city of Cambridge for having us and all the fans for supporting us.  The Crush is also entering their third season in support of the MOG Scholarship Challenge.  This season the Crush will be led by coaches Pete Dreher and Deshawn Hannah.  The Crush will also be introducing the GC Airmen and BC Showstoppers as new donor clubs.

 2011-2012 CAMBRIDGE CRUSH ROSTER 

  Cory Doty  5'8  Crush 2008

 Bill Sevchek  6'0  Zanesville, Oh

  Cordell Hall  6'0  Wilberforce

 W  Adam Reese  6'4  Dayton, Oh

W  Calvin Swan  6'3  Calumet College

  Will Bland  6'7  Crush 2010

INACTIVE

G  Mike Menchaca  5'8  Crush 2010 

 G/W Jerel Chavis  6'2  Crush 2010

G/W  Brian Billingsley  6'3  Crush 2009

 F  Scottie Smith  6'7  Crush 2010

LATEST NEWS:  May 25, 2011

Crush make Cambridge Crush their official home!!!

First came the announcement, then came the ceremony, then the statement. 

On March 6th the Crush announced that they would be changing their name from the Columbus Crush to the Cambridge Crush.

On May 18th, it was made official with a ceremony accompanied by a 3 point shootout (won by Jerel Chavis) and slam dunk contest (won by Aaron Drakeford). 

Finally a statement from General Manager David Moore "Due to overwhelming fan support and the wonderful treatment we've recieved, from here on out, the team will officially be known as the Cambridge Crush.  Now it's time to gather the next group of young men that will serve and entertain Cambridge."

GAME LOG  GAME 13  FEBRUARY 12, 2011  Cambridge, Ohio

COLUMBUS CRUSH 102, INDIANA ROLLERS 107

CRUSH DROP HOME THRILLER

Head Coach Travis McAvene summed up the game with an old cliche "It's a game of runs.  We made ours in the first half and they made theirs in the second half."  The Crush led by as many as 28 in the first half, only to see a talented Indiana Rollers team reverse the momentum in the second half.  Norm Plummer led the Crush with 25 points and 9 rebounds.  Greg Howard chipped in 22 points.

The Crush now stand at 10-3 on the season.  Up next is the home finale March 5th at the Armory  against the Dayton Air Force Base All Stars. 

GAME LOG  GAME 12  FEBRUARY 5, 2011  Cambridge, Ohio

COLUMBUS CRUSH 128, NORTHEAST AIR SOLES 81

TALENT ON FULL DISPLAY

The Columbus Crush gave the fans the full arsenal in defeating the Northeast Air Soles 128-81 in front of their home fans.  The fans witnessed the dunks, three pointers, crossovers, and almost every other trick in the book.  The Crush now stands at 10-2 and announced that both remaining home games will be youth night with students admitted free.  Up next for the Crush is a home date with the Indiana Rollers Saturday February 12 at the Armory in Cambridge, Ohio

GAME LOG  GAME 11  JANUARY 30, 2011  Cleveland, Ohio

COLUMBUS CRUSH 107, COLONIAL FALCONS 50

LET IT RAIN!!

The Columbus Crush jumped on the Falcons early and never looked back.  Mark Thomas got his first start of the season and contributed 9 points.  Greg Howard led the team in scoring with 24 points, including an exciting slam on a half court alley-oop from Ronnell Isom (17 points). Will Bland and Levi Larrison balanced the scoring with 21 and 19 points respectively.  Jerel Chavis rounded the scoring with 17 points.  The Crush now stands at 9-2 on the season with four games left.

Up next for the Crush is the Northeast Air Soles at the Armory as they host halftime guests from the Eyen Family Basketball League.

GAME LOG  GAMES 7 AND 8  January 15th, and 16th, 2011

GAME 7:  CLOUMBUS CRUSH 100, OLD DOMINION MUSTANGS  88

GAME 8:  COLUMBUS CRUSH 66, SOUTHEAST HOOP STARS 56

STRICTLY BUSINESS

CRUSH WIN 2 GAMES IN GRUELING WEEKEND TRIP

The Crush traveled to Roanoke, Virgina and Cleveland, Ohio for two wins on a grueling weekend trip.  Head Coach Travis McAvene "It's definitely a grind here in the minor leagues.  But the guys fought through and displayed themselves as professionals.  This was a huge trip for the guys to see how tough this is on all of us.  With everybody working we have to get them in (road games) when we can. 

 

GAME LOG   GAME 6

SEEYOS FINEST 103, COLUMBUS CRUSH 98

JANUARY 8, 2011

Crush drop 2nd straight

The Columbus Crush dropped their second straight game 103-98 at the hands of Seeyos Finest.  In a back-and-forth affair the Crush were unable to make that last needed run to pull off another nailbiter at the Armory.  Newcomers Zac Sowers (33 poinst) and Norm Plummer (28 points) led the Crush in scoring.  Head coach Travis McAvene on the loss "About midway through the season and we're still working out our identity and such.  With players coming and going, we need to find the right mix and get the guys to fully understand their roles.  Luckily, Zac and Norm have played at higher levels and can help some of our younger guys learn the ropes quickly."

The next home game for the Crush is January 29th at the Armory.  The team will be on the road for the next 2 weeks with dates against the Old Dominion Mustangs (January 15th), Southeast Hoop Stars (January 16th), and Dayton Air Force Base All Stars (January 21st). 

The Crush now stands at 4-2 with 9 games left on the season.

 

Check back for the stat log @ www.midwestoppgroup.org/columbus_crush_basketball 

 

 

GAME LOG  GAME 5

SOUTHEAST HOOP STARS 136, COLUMBUS CRUSH 135

DECEMBER 22, 2010  Cambridge, Ohio

Crush edged in OT

The Columbus Crush dropped a 136-135 overtime thriller to the Southeast Hoop Stars at The Cambridge Armory in their Toys For Tots game. Greg Howard poured in 33 points  to lead the Crush (4-1).  Ephrem Davis netted 26 in his Crush finale before heading to play for the Washington Generals - joining other Columbus Crush alumni Jadin Thomas and Julian McClurkin.

Despite the loss , Columbus Crush players and team members joined for a photo to celebrate the Crush Toys For Tots Campaign, benefitting Secret Santa in Cambridge, Ohio.  GM David Moore on the 2nd annual Toys For Tots Game "It was good to see that box filled up with toys.  It's an honor to be here in Cambridge with such caring and compassionate people.  We gotta make sure we bring them a win next time."

The next home game for the Crush is Saturday, January 8th against the Colonial Falcons.

View the stat log @ www.midwestoppgroup.org/columbus_crush_basketball

 

GAME LOG   GAME 3

COLUMBUS CRUSH 107, CLEVELAND VIPERS 105

DECEMBER 4, 2010  Cambridge, Ohio 

Columbus Crush 107, Cleveland Vipers 105

Down to the wire

The Columbus Crush won another nailbiter at the Armory, 107-105 over the Cleveland Vipers.  In a rematch from the season opener, the Crush led by as many as 15 in the first quarter; withstanding several runs from the much-improved Cleveland Vipers.

The crowd went from comfy to the edge of their seats after several spirited plays by Cleveland Viper players Demario Mattox, Aaron Drakeford, and Dontaie Anthony. 

The Crush held on in the end, with big- time, late game plays from Jerel Chavis (crucial corner three to retake the lead 96-95), Will Bland (and 1 finish pushing the lead to four w/ 20 seconds left), and Justin Orr (2 late game defensive rebounds). 

Ronnell Isom led the scoring with 24 points.  Forward Justin Orr had his breakout scoring game with 21 points; while displaying his usual versatility (6 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals, and 2 blocks).  In his first start of the season, lead guard Mike Menchaca helped control the tempo with 6 assists.  Ephram Davis continues to be a presence in the paint with 8 rebounds and 5 big blocks - including one that sent the fans scrambling.

The next home game for the Crush wil be December 22nd, with a Toys for Tots theme. 
Stay posted for details!!!

View the stat log @ www.midwestoppgroup.org/columbus_crush_basketball

 

GAME LOG  GAME 2

COLUMBUS CRUSH 93, SEEYOS FINEST 88

NOVEMBER 26, 2010

CAMBRIDGE, OHIO

CAMBRIDGE STANDS UP FOR CRUSH HOME OPENER

The Columbus Crush now know what a home court advantage feels like, after their home opener in Cambridge, Ohio.  Down 7 with less than 3 minutes left, the Crush rode the wave of a passionate crowd and hometown pride for a comeback win. 

With each big play by the home team, the crowd got louder and more supportive.   A key defensive rebound by hometown boy Levi Larrison brought the crowd to its feet.  A charge taken by Jerel Chavis drew a loud ovation.  Seeyos Finest called a timeout after a key basket by Ronnell Isom and the crowd at its loudest.

Mike Menchaca displayed some deft ball handling, passing,  and shooting with 19 points, 8 assists, and 3 steals.  Ronnell Isom once again led the scoring with 21 points, including several key 4th quarter baskets.  Ephram Davis held the defensive glass with 11 rebounds and 2 blocks.

 

View the stat log @ www.midwestoppgroup.org/columbus_crush_basketball

  

 

 

 

CAMBRIDGE CRUSH

TAKE ON THE

BUCKEYE BLAZERS

 WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 21, 2011

@ THE ARMORY

1101 MCFARLAND RD  CAMBRIDGE, OH 

DOORS OPEN @ 6:30PM

TIPOFF AT 7

ADMISSION: $5 for adults

students admitted free!!!

CAMBRIDGE CRUSH

2011-2012 HOME SCHEDULE

NOV 25  Ohio Hidden Gems

DEC 10  Ohio Kings

DEC 21  Buckeye Blazers

JAN 7  BC Showstoppers

JAN 14  GC Airmen

JAN 28  Ohio Hidden Gems

FEB 4  Cincinnati Slam

FEB 11  All Star Weekend

FEB 18  Playoff Semi Finals

FEB 25  Playoff Finals

Our Back to School Event

 is August 8th, 11am to 1pm at the

Stop Nine Activity Center in Byesville. 

The Crush will be on hand to help distribute school supplies (notebooks, pencils, rulers, crayons, etc) to students.

The Crush would like to thank Nancy Gress, Magical Moments of Youth, and the city of Byesville for having us as a part of this event.