 Last additions - Shiga Lakestars 滋賀レイクスターズ |
Oct 05, 2009
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Lakestars captain Fujiwara Takamichi #11.Oct 05, 2009
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Iwasa Jun #5 is covered.Oct 05, 2009
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Good number of Shiga Lakestars boosters. It's easy for them see away games in Kyoto. It's easy for Kyoto fans to see away games in Shiga too.Oct 05, 2009
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Shiga Lakestars boosters booing a Hannaryz free throw.Oct 05, 2009
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Bobby Nash #33 goes for 3 points.Oct 05, 2009
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See all players on both teams.Oct 05, 2009
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Shiga Lakestars Gary Hamilton #2Oct 05, 2009
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Joho Masashi runs down the court.Oct 05, 2009
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No stepping back for Gary Hamilton #2.Oct 05, 2009
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Josh Bostic going up against many men in white.Oct 05, 2009
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Hannaryz takes an early lead within the first five minutes of the game.Oct 05, 2009
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Super tall Reda Rhalimi #55 with the ball as the Lakestars put up a great defense.Oct 05, 2009
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Bobby Nash passing in front of 40-year-old Mahmould Abdul-Rauf.Oct 05, 2009
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Kyoto Hannaryz debut game tip-off.Oct 05, 2009
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2009-2010 season opening game and Kyoto Hannaryz debut game tip-off at 2 pm on Oct. 3, 2009 at Kyoto City Gymnasium in front of 1,888 spectators.Oct 05, 2009
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Introduction of starting five for Hannaryz.Oct 05, 2009
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Upon the introduction of Lakestars players, each one greeted opposing head coach David Benoit. This is Luke Zellar.Oct 05, 2009
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First the cheerleaders wore these black T-shirts and red, harem-style pants. At first, I thought they were hula dancers.Oct 05, 2009
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Oct 05, 2009
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Lakestars practicing.Oct 05, 2009
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Oct 05, 2009
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Hannaryz practicing.Oct 05, 2009
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Both teams start practicing on court.Oct 05, 2009
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Introduction of Hannaryz head coach David Benoit (pronounced ""Benwa").Oct 05, 2009
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Oct 05, 2009
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Oct 05, 2009
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Oct 05, 2009
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Oct 05, 2009
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Introduction of Hannaryz players.Oct 05, 2009
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Luke Zellar.Oct 05, 2009
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Oct 05, 2009
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Oct 05, 2009
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Introduction of Lakestars players. Joho Masashi.Oct 05, 2009
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Pregame entertainment by the Hannaryz cheerleaders.Oct 05, 2009
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bj-league commissioner Kawachi Toshimitsu gives a few words to open the game.Oct 05, 2009
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Wearing an autographed Hannaryz T-shirt, the mayor of Kyoto city also speaks.Oct 05, 2009
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Oct 05, 2009
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The name "Hannaryz" refers to the well-known word "hannari" (はんなり or 花なり) which in the Kyoto dialect means classy or distinguished-looking as well as cheery, bright, and colorful.Oct 05, 2009
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For their debut game, the Hannaryz played against the Shiga Lakestars. Being close neighbors, the Lakestars and the Hannaryz are destined to be eternal rivals and friends at the same time. There are more games scheduled between Shiga and Kyoto.Being close neighbors, the Lakestars and the Hannaryz are destined to be eternal rivals and friends at the same time. There are more games scheduled between Shiga and Kyoto.Oct 05, 2009
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The Hannaryz booster club is called Fannaryz, promoted here by TV idol Yasuda Misako who is from Kyoto.Oct 05, 2009
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Kyoto HannaryzOct 05, 2009
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Hannaryz mascot named "Chin-tiger" (baby tiger).Oct 05, 2009
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Soon after we entered the gym, they started introducing the players.Oct 05, 2009
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Chin-tiger shoots but misses.Oct 05, 2009
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Basketball fans entering Kyoto City Gymnasium. The Hannaryz is the thirteenth and newest franchise in the bj-league pro basketball league in Japan.Oct 05, 2009
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Inside the lobby of the gym are cutouts of the Hannaryz players. Oct 05, 2009
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A long line outside Kyoto City Gymnasium on Oct. 3, 2009 before noon when gates opened for the Kyoto Hannaryz debut game in the bj-league.Oct 05, 2009
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MVP award to WaraMay 01, 2009
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High fives with the crowd.May 01, 2009
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AutographsMay 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Bobby Nash gives autographs after the game.May 01, 2009
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Ray's fan (maybe wife?)May 01, 2009
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Ogawa ShinyaMay 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Robert Pierce interviewed.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Ray gives a very high, high five.May 01, 2009
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Ray's fans. And farewell to the LakeStars for 2008-09. I never saw them again this season. They won this game, but ended up in 5th place (out of 6 teams in the conference) and didn't make it to the playoffs.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Toyama Grouses head coach Takatoshi Ishibashi, a former player for the Grouses, takes the imminent loss calmly.May 01, 2009
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Opposing teams shake hands at the end of the game.May 01, 2009
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LakeStars chairs.May 01, 2009
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Brayden fanMay 01, 2009
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LakeStars win 78-71.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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MagneeMay 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Ryan RourkeMay 01, 2009
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Head coach Robert Pierce is happy as the team leads the Grouses in last place.May 01, 2009
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Bobby Nash for a free throw.May 01, 2009
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Ray going for it.May 01, 2009
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Ogawa ShinyaMay 01, 2009
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All for one, and...May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Team huddleMay 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Bobby geevum!May 01, 2009
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But thanks to all the LakeStars cheerleaders for cheering and brightening up the games. Wish I could say, "Looking forward to seeing you next season," but they will be all gone and replaced by new girls.May 01, 2009
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Sorry, I can't remember the names of all the cheerleaders...May 01, 2009
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Ray's dangly arms seem to cover half the court.May 01, 2009
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WaraMay 01, 2009
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Next to me were noisy fans.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Ray Schafer for a free throw.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Cheering section for the Toyama Grouses, small, but still quite loud.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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CheerleadersMay 01, 2009
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Line dance and kickMay 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Brayden BillbeMay 01, 2009
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Shiga LakeStars cheerleaders change their uniform and strut their stuff.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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They are good, they even won a cheerleading award in the bj-league.May 01, 2009
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Ogawa Shinya, local boy from Nagahama.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Score near halftime. It was a close game throughout.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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They are cheering "YMCA."May 01, 2009
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Ryan RourkeMay 01, 2009
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Hiphop kids from Nagahama perform at halftime.May 01, 2009
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Team mascot Magnee, a catfish.May 01, 2009
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Ray Schafer goes for a shot.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Brayden Billbe dunks one.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Bobby NashMay 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Ryan Rourke goes for a successful layup.May 01, 2009
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Fujiwara TakamichiMay 01, 2009
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Shiga LakeStars cheerleadersMay 01, 2009
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New LakeStars cheerleaders are already being recruited from May 2009 for the 2009-10 season.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Fujiwara Takamichi, team captainMay 01, 2009
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Just when I finally became able to recognize the different faces of the cheerleaders (at first, they looked the same to me), the season ends, and they will be replaced next season.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Ryan Rourke dunks it.May 01, 2009
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RumiMay 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Game tipoff: Shiga LakeStars vs. Toyama GrousesMay 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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Bobby Nash #33May 01, 2009
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DEFENSE!May 01, 2009
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Pregame entertainment. A kids hiphop dance troupe from Nagahama performed.May 01, 2009
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The starting lineup is introduced. Bobby Nash.May 01, 2009
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Robert Pierce, head coach.May 01, 2009
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Bobby Nash my kohai (後輩) from University of Hawaii. They are escorted by local kids who play basketball.May 01, 2009
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LakeStars players introduced.May 01, 2009
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Ryan Rourke, forwardMay 01, 2009
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Cheerleaders in the stands to wake up the crowd. This was the second occasion for the LakeStars to play in Maibara.May 01, 2009
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The cheap seats were on the ends of the court which are designed badly with the railing obstructing the view.May 01, 2009
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This was the last LakeStars game I watched for the 2008-09 season.May 01, 2009
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Shiga LakeStars cheerleaders.May 01, 2009
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May 01, 2009
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A fan is interviewed.May 01, 2009
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Inside the Shiga Prefectural Cultural and Industrial Exchange Hall prepared for the bj-league pro basketball game. May 01, 2009
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Gauntlet of cutout players on the way to the court.May 01, 2009
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Lobby of Shiga Prefectural Cultural and Industrial Exchange Hall.May 01, 2009
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Shiga LakeStars merchandise.May 01, 2009
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Shiga LakeStars sign on a nearby building. May 01, 2009
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Ticket gate inside Shiga Prefectural Cultural and Industrial Exchange Hall.May 01, 2009
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Entrance to Shiga Prefectural Cultural and Industrial Exchange Hall.May 01, 2009
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Shiga Prefectural Cultural and Industrial Exchange Hall (Shiga Kenritsu Bunka Sangyo Koryu Kaikan) near Maibara Station. Venue of the bj-league pro basketball game between the Shiga LakeStars and Toyama Grouses on held on March 22, 2009.May 01, 2009
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A few words by Apache head coach Joe Bryant. He said that bj league games are fun, and we should all come out to see the games. I agree.Mar 22, 2009
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LakeStars make high-five with boosters.Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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LakeStars boosters are happy.Mar 22, 2009
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It was a very exciting game. The game ended as a tie 70-70, so it went into overtime and the LakeStars prevailed.Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Ryan going for a free throwMar 22, 2009
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Shiga LakeStars return to court.Mar 22, 2009
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Tip-offMar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Bobby NashMar 22, 2009
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Tip-offMar 22, 2009
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Brayden BillbeMar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Wara and BobbyMar 22, 2009
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Ryan RourkeMar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Tokyo Apache's cornerMar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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And hula hoop, almost like a circus act. I like her crossed eyes...Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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GumQMar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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More halftime entertainment.Mar 22, 2009
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LakeStars huddleMar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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A bit of rythmn gymnastics.Mar 22, 2009
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Check this out!Mar 22, 2009
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Make it a jump ballMar 22, 2009
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Brayden looking to pass to Wara.Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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GumQ and their fantastic halftime performance.Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Shiga LakeStars boosters. I wonder how many of them came to Tokyo all the way from Shiga? (I live in Tokyo.)Mar 22, 2009
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BraydenMar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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John Humphrey tries to steal the ball.Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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LakeStars still lead.Mar 22, 2009
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No. 33 Bobby NashMar 22, 2009
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Jump ballMar 22, 2009
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In it goes...Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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CoheyMar 22, 2009
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Darin MakiMar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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John Humphrey and Bobby NashMar 22, 2009
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Ray Schafer shouting to Ryan.Mar 22, 2009
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Wara defends against Darin Maki. It was exciting to see two of my favorite teams playing each other.Mar 22, 2009
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Bobby NashMar 22, 2009
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Ray SchaferMar 22, 2009
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Brayden Billbe trying to find a receiver for a pass.Mar 22, 2009
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National anthem of JapanMar 22, 2009
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Shiga takes a large lead right from the beginning of the game, and led the Apache through most of the game.Mar 22, 2009
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Fujiwara and JohoMar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Five LakeStars play defense against Joho.Mar 22, 2009
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Dunk shot by Ryan Rourke.Mar 22, 2009
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Tip-off. This was the first time I saw the LakeStars at an away game. First time to see them wearing their white uniforms too.Mar 22, 2009
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Takashi Fujiwara of the Shiga LakeStars being covered by Masashi Joho of Tokyo Apache.Mar 22, 2009
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Boosters for the Shiga LakeStars made quite a bit of noise.Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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John "Helicopter" HumphreyMar 22, 2009
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Introduction of Tokyo Apache players with GumQ gauntlet. Cohey Aoki, now sporting some hair.Mar 22, 2009
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Mar 22, 2009
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GumQ performs during pregame activities.Mar 22, 2009
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On the evening of March 6, 2009, the Tokyo Apache basketball team played an exciting game against the Shiga LakeStars at Komazawa Gymnasium in Setagaya Ward, Tokyo.Mar 22, 2009
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Jan 18, 2009
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LakeStars looking somewhat dejected.Jan 18, 2009
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Unfortunately, the LakeStars missed one too many shots and lost the game, 93-96. It was an exciting game even though we lost.Jan 18, 2009
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Speech by coach Robert Pierce.Jan 18, 2009
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Jan 18, 2009
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The LakeStars shake hands or high five fans.Jan 18, 2009
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Bobby receives a DVD player.Jan 18, 2009
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Players shake hands.Jan 18, 2009
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Tip-off for the tiebreaker.Jan 18, 2009
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Jan 18, 2009
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