The SAS Puxi campus boys basketball team successfully defended their Shanghai Cup title this past weekend by beating SCIS, Concordia, and SAS-Pudong campus. The boys were led by junior point guard Kevin Xu who had an amazing 3.6 to 1 assist to turnover ratio and  by senior center Zach Barrons who averaged 10 points and 13 rebounds a game. Overall the team got solid contributions from all 11 players who participated. The Eagles are gearing up for a  big tournament in Manila on Thanksgiving weekend. Thanks to all the parents, teachers, and students who came out to support the team.
—By Mark Hefte – SAS Varsity Basketball Coach\

The SAS Puxi camus Girls Varsity team kicked off the Shanghai Cup in front of a supportive group of fans Friday afternoon against SCIS.  The girls were able to capitalize on their athleticism and defense to create turnovers and jump out to a big lead which they maintained for a 45 -15 win. Facing tougher competition on Saturday, the girls’ lost by nine to perennial rival Concordia and by 2 to the Melody Women’s Basketball Club (a local adult club team). The Junior led team is continuing to learn the cognitive aspects of basketball, and as they become more comfortable in the schemes, their athleticism will enable them to be successful.