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Big brawl ends District League game between Guns & East Rockers 2.0

- Guns advance; Fighters & spectators involved have been banned indefinitely
With 2 minutes and 34 seconds left in the high intensity game between Guns and East Rockers 2.0 in the BVI Basketball Federation (BVIBF) National 'District' League at Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on September 18, 2021, a mass brawl broke out that saw the game being forfeited in favour of Guns. Photo: Team of Reporters
The Guns of the First District were leading 81-76 when the pressure seemed to be too much for some of the players on East Rockers 2.0 of the Seventh District. Photo: Team of Reporters
The Guns of the First District were leading 81-76 when the pressure seemed to be too much for some of the players on East Rockers 2.0 of the Seventh District. Photo: Team of Reporters
In a strongly-worded statement, President of the BVI Basketball Federation (BVIBF), Derrick R. Varlack, noted that as a result of the incident 'all players and spectators involved and identified through video footage are banned indefinitely' from the remainder of the games. Photo: Team of Reporters
In a strongly-worded statement, President of the BVI Basketball Federation (BVIBF), Derrick R. Varlack, noted that as a result of the incident 'all players and spectators involved and identified through video footage are banned indefinitely' from the remainder of the games. Photo: Team of Reporters
The Guns have advanced to Round 2 of the Playoffs where they will face VG Bayside Blazers. Photo: Team of Reporters
The Guns have advanced to Round 2 of the Playoffs where they will face VG Bayside Blazers. Photo: Team of Reporters
Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Andrew A. Fahie (R1) was among the government officials present at the game last night, September 18, 2021. Photo: Team of Reporters
Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Andrew A. Fahie (R1) was among the government officials present at the game last night, September 18, 2021. Photo: Team of Reporters
Round 2 of the playoffs continues with three games tonight, September 19, 2021. Photo: Team of Reporters
Round 2 of the playoffs continues with three games tonight, September 19, 2021. Photo: Team of Reporters
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With 2 minutes and 34 seconds left in the high-intensity game between Guns and East Rockers 2.0 in the BVI Basketball Federation (BVIBF) National 'District' League at Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on September 18, 2021, a mass brawl broke out that saw the game being forfeited in favour of Guns.

'Pressure bursts pipe?'

The Guns of the First District were leading 81-76 when the pressure seemed to be too much for some of the players on East Rockers 2.0 of the 7th District.

It appears the melee first started when a player from East Rockers 2.0 came off the court and returned to throw water on the court. Following that incident, another player from East Rockers 2.0 went on the court and was- in an aggressive way- attempting to fight either a player or a fan but was restrained.

Pockets of fights then ensued on the court among players and fans while other persons tried to intervene in an attempt to stop the fight.

Players & fans banned

In a strongly-worded statement, President of the BVI Basketball Federation (BVIBF), Derrick R. Varlack, noted that as a result of the incident "all players and spectators involved and identified through video footage are banned indefinitely" from the remainder of the games.

He said ranks of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) have agreed to show their presence at tonight's games to ensure the safety of everyone at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex.

East Rockers 2.0 given the boot!

Meanwhile, one of the favourites East Rockers have been eliminated from the series because the game was forfeited in favour of Guns, who now advance to round 2 of the playoffs.

The game was a do-or-die affair as East Rockers 2.0 had won the first game in the best of 3 playoff series before Guns levelled matters.

Guns, led by talisman Ray D. Victor, will now faceoff against Senior VG Bayside Blazers at 6:30pm today, September 19, 2021.

Disappointment

Meanwhile, most players and fans expressed disappointment with the fight and the conduct of both players and fans.

At the time of the disruption, there were a number of Government officials viewing the game, including Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1), Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and Minister for Transportation, Works and Utilities Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5), along with Speaker of the House of Assembly, Hon Julian Willock, who manages VG Bayside Blazers.

Dr Wheatley was seen doing a peacemaker job during the commotion.

Tripleheader tonight!

Round 2 of the playoffs continues tonight with three games.

Junior Division teams Bay Youths and 3D play in their deciding game from 4:30pm, with both teams having a win in the best of three series.

Game 2, in the Senior Division, will be between Guns and VG Bayside Blazers while the final encounter at 8:30pm will see Mega Mix taking on A's.

18 Responses to “Big brawl ends District League game between Guns & East Rockers 2.0”

  • They need to Stop (19/09/2021, 11:59) Like (8) Dislike (12) Reply
    They always bias againat East Rockers as for back as the 80s. They need to stop and starting been fair..
  • masks off (19/09/2021, 12:02) Like (19) Dislike (2) Reply
    Hardly anyone wearing mask
  • Fan (19/09/2021, 12:02) Like (11) Dislike (3) Reply
    Well sah I staying home before they hurt me
  • rude bwoys (19/09/2021, 12:03) Like (18) Dislike (0) Reply
    Behavin like animals
    • NezRez (19/09/2021, 13:41) Like (10) Dislike (5) Reply
      @ rude boys, we are NOT ANIMALS, as some people love to call us. They were just acting immature and reckless. Sorry they got themselves kicked out of the finals. Maybe they will learn when they have the next tournament, to behave professionally.
  • blah (19/09/2021, 12:10) Like (25) Dislike (7) Reply
    Fahie still supporting the Guns 30 years later. When he started he was the coach and was a teacher at that time. Where are the rest of the politicians who claim they support the youths. I know it's not election season yet so it serves no purpose to try to fool people now but one thing you could have guaranteed in the past was Dr. Pickering on the sidelines for any game with the East Rockers involved. Smurf support your youngsters. Dont wait until they make it the NBA and then pose in pictures or post stories about knowing them from small.
    • @ Blah (19/09/2021, 14:04) Like (11) Dislike (1) Reply
      Fahie has a long history of Badketball and youth involvement Hon smurf just come!
    • Disappointed! (19/09/2021, 15:00) Like (15) Dislike (1) Reply
      Dr. Natalio Wheatley, Representative for the 7th District was also present to support the players from the East. He is normally present at most sporting events showing support. What is disappointing is the lack of respect by athletes and their supporters! Even with the presence of the Premier and Deputy-Premier, an all-out brawl ensued. SMH! Not sure if I will be back in the gym to support basketball anytime soon!
  • NICK (19/09/2021, 12:15) Like (18) Dislike (6) Reply
    they could have give a lot of tickets for social distancing and lack of masks.
    • .... (19/09/2021, 13:31) Like (1) Dislike (4) Reply
      only vaccinated persons were let in to the gym under the new orders lol....then the scooter man them race went club to get in the last couple minutes
  • Rubber Dick (19/09/2021, 12:20) Like (21) Dislike (0) Reply
    This is shameful players have no respect for each other or the game!!
    • Yes (19/09/2021, 14:47) Like (13) Dislike (0) Reply
      All the respect for each other and the game went out the window. They should be ashamed of themselves and their bad behavior.
  • Eastman (19/09/2021, 12:42) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    Man that was a good game. I had a talk with someone the team members. They got to take their licks and move on. The old rockers was hot headed but we could of handle a lost. Over and out.
  • just imagine (19/09/2021, 13:13) Like (13) Dislike (3) Reply
    How much spit particles was flying in the air from the unmasked.
  • COVID (19/09/2021, 13:59) Like (9) Dislike (3) Reply
    Here I come in 2 weeks time. Let only the wicked perish!
  • Positive Vibes (19/09/2021, 19:24) Like (9) Dislike (3) Reply
    It’s time to enforce positive changes. No team within a family event should be using the name guns. We all know 90% of the guns are illegal and are drugs and other related. I’m tired of seeing theses sports names using the names they’ve been using. Names do have energy and certain energies just not needed
  • home boy (20/09/2021, 08:41) Like (3) Dislike (3) Reply
    Everybody knows the west is best.


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