Dynamic Duo Returns To Power OU

Reading MA – Back in action after their disappointing winter session, Origins Unknown took the court with a renewed energy against the newly formed Free Agents team. The Free Agents, who were obviously playing together for the very first time, had some size but lacked the athleticism to keep up with the OU team, falling by nearly 30 points.

OU welcomed back Shu-ter Patel and James Stretch Hogan IV into their line-up – and the dynamic duo made an obvious and immediate impact. OU was on fire from the start, as the Free Agents struggled to find their rhythm. OU dominated the early going, opening up a sizeable lead through excellent team passing and the Free Agents misfires. FA did have a sizeable middle man, but his surrounding cast had no ball handlers, and little luck getting him the ball. After a 13-3 run to open the game, FA had seen enough and decided to call a time out to stop the bleeding.

The OU attack was well-balanced, with all five members contributing on the offensive and defensive end. Patel, still recovering from a knee injury, considers himself a little gimpy – but this hardly showed in his shooting stroke. He knocked down several mid to long range shots on his way to a great night. Chris “Big” Johnson battled the big man from FA, both offensively and defensively. Johnson, who has played with much more confidence as he has got comfortable with the “OU way”, asserted himself and had another stellar performance.

Perhaps the biggest key to the attack was Stretch Hogan. Hogan once again proved to be an impossible match up for the opposing team, not only offensively, but with his defense and floor prowess. Hogan plays in constant attack mode, which often takes it’s toll on his defender – which turned out to be the case last night. Granted, he wasn’t matched up against Ben Wallace, but it was still an impressive overall performance.

OU built the lead to 20 as the first half ended. The second half saw FA make a small run at OU, cutting the lead to a respectable 12, only to see Dr. Greg Robinson and the gang push it back to 25+. Robinson was often the man making FA pay for playing sloppy help defense, cutting for lay-ups and pull ups. The OU assist machine was running at an all time high with everyone contributing and sharing the pill, equally.

With a 1-0 record, OU will look to continue their winning ways next week against the Celtics.

Cap'n Mike finished 0 for 1 from the line. We'll track my free throw shooting this session for kicks and giggles.