South American Championships U17 (2017)
2015 (2 year break)

South American Championships U17 Final Standings
 1. Chile
 2. Argentina
 3. Ecuador
 4. Colombia
 5. Paraguay
 6. Uruguay
 7. Venezuela
 8. Peru
 9. Bolivia
South American Championships U17 Stage One Standings
Group A
 1. Chile 3-0 
 2. Colombia 2-1 
 3. Venezuela 1-2 
 4. Peru 0-3 
Group B
 1. Argentina 4-0 
 2. Ecuador 3-1 
 3. Paraguay 2-2 
 4. Uruguay 1-3 
 5. Bolivia 0-4 
Points Per Game
 Kevin RUBIO
  (189-G-0)
  Avg: 16.4
 1. Rubio, CHI16.4 
 2. Vescovi, URU16.3 
 3. Arroyo, CHI16.0 
 4. Lorca-Lloyd, CHI14.2 
 5. Fuenmayor, VEN14.0 
 6. Bolmaro, ARG13.8 
 7. Capurro, ECU13.2 
 8. Carreon, BOL13.0 
 9. Moncayo, ECU12.7 
 10. Cardona, COL12.4 
Rebounds Per Game
 Maxwell LORCA-LLOYD
  USA
  (208-F-0)
  Avg: 12.8
 1. Lorca-Lloyd, CHI12.8 
 2. Perez, BOL10.3 
 3. Fuenmayor, VEN9.8 
 4. Mesones, PER9.0 
 5. Riascos, ECU8.2 
 6. Rubio, CHI7.8 
 7. Capurro, ECU7.7 
 8. Rivera, ECU7.7 
 9. Lopez, PAR7.5 
 10. Ferrer, COL7.4 
Assists Per Game
 Ignacio ARROYO
  CHI
  (185-G-0)
  Avg: 6.6
 1. Arroyo, CHI6.6 
 2. Farabello, ARG5.3 
 3. Marcos, ARG4.8 
 4. Munoz, COL3.8 
 5. Riascos, ECU3.8 
 6. Ruiz, PAR3.2 
 7. Mercado, PAR2.7 
 8. Vescovi, URU2.7 
 9. Gelves, VEN2.6 
 10. Pimentel, CHI2.4 
Steals Per Game
 Ignacio ARROYO
  CHI
  (185-G-0)
  Avg: 4
 1. Arroyo, CHI4.0 
 2. Moreno, COL3.4 
 3. Vescovi, URU3.3 
 4. Fuenmayor, VEN3.2 
 5. Rubio, CHI3.0 
 6. Perez, COL3.0 
 7. Capurro, ECU2.8 
 8. Ruiz, PAR2.5 
 9. Amundaray, VEN2.4 
 10. Munoz, COL2.2 
Blocks Per Game
 Jose MESONES
  (197-C-0)
  Avg: 5.2
 1. Mesones, PER5.2 
 2. Lorca-Lloyd, CHI5.0 
 3. Perez, BOL2.0 
 4. Ferrer, COL1.4 
 5. Chappottin, BOL1.3 
 6. Bihurriet, ARG1.3 
 7. Rivera, ECU1.3 
 8. Andreoli, URU1.2 
 9. Rubio, CHI1.0 
 10. Aguero, PAR1.0 

Chile celebrate Gold in Lima (Photo: FIBA)

2017 U17 ROSTER
Starting Five in BOLD letters
Starting five
#s#
Alvaro Pimentel
Pimentel
Ignacio Arroyo
Arroyo
Maxwell Lorca-Lloyd
Lorca-Lloyd
Lino Saez
Saez
Kevin Rubio
Rubio
#e#5
4Alvaro Pimentel 188-G-00 CD Valdivia Chile
5Ignacio Arroyo 185-G-00 Estudiantes Spain
6Tomas Gonzalez 188-G-00 Pozuelo Spain
7Sebastian Contreras 182-PG-00 U.Catolica Chile
8Sebastian Carrasco 180-PG-00 AB Ancud Chile
9Carlos Villagran 185-SG-00 Aleman Chile
10Carlos Martinez 205-C-00
11Maxwell Lorca-Lloyd 208-F/C-00 Northfield Mt.Her. USA
12Lino Saez 195-F-77 Arturo Prat Chile
13Franco Aviles 200-C-01 Temuco Basket Chile
14Matias Melo 195-SF-00 U.Catolica Chile
15Kevin Rubio 189-G-00 Puerto Montt Chile


Latinbasket.com All-South American Championships U17 Awards 2017 - Jul 26, 2017

Latinbasket.com All-South American Championships U17 1st Team 2017
Kevin Rubio
Rubio
Ignacio Arroyo
Arroyo
Aaron Capurro
Capurro
Leandro Bolmaro
Bolmaro
Maxwell Lorca-Lloyd
Lorca-Lloyd

Best Player: Ignacio Arroyo (185-G-00) of Chile
Best Guard: Ignacio Arroyo (185-G-00) of Chile
Best Forward: Aaron Capurro (00) of Ecuador
Best Center: Maxwell Lorca-Lloyd (6'10''-F/C-00) of Chile

1st Team
G: Kevin Rubio (189-G-00) of Chile
G: Ignacio Arroyo (185-G-00) of Chile
F: Aaron Capurro (00) of Ecuador
F: Leandro Bolmaro (198-F-00) of Argentina
F/C: Maxwell Lorca-Lloyd (6'10''-F/C-00) of Chile

Honorable Mention
Fernando Fuenmayor (C-00) of Venezuela
Francisco Farabello (188-G-00) of Argentina
Michael Moncayo (00) of Ecuador
Juan Pablo Cardona (190-G-00) of Colombia
Jose Rolon (00) of Paraguay
Santiago Vescovi (184-SG-01) of Uruguay
Jose Mesones (197-C-00) of Peru
Agustin Carreon (G-00) of Bolivia


Chile celebrate Gold in Lima - Jul 22, 2017

FINAL
Chile - Argentina 70-60
Chile claimed the South American U17 title. They knocked down heavy favorites Argentina in the championship game in Lima. Kevin Rubio (189-G-00) provided 22 points and 7 rebounds in the victory. Argentina jumped to a 21:13 lead after ten minutes. But Chile bounced back with a 23:14 run in the second term to gain a 36:35 halftime lead. Chile limited Argentina to just 9 points in the third term to open a 6-point lead. Chile sank 20 points in the final period to rally to the victory. Lino Saez (195-F-77) had 16 points and 12 rebounds in the win. Leandro Bolmaro (198-F-00) responded with 16 points for Argentina.
3-4 Place
Ecuador - Colombia 80-63
Ecuador stepped onto the pedestal in Lima. They toppled Colombia to claim the Bronze medals. Michael Moncayo (00) provided 27 points to lead the winners. Ecuador grabbed a 25:11 lead after ten minutes. Ecuador followed with an 18:9 rally to clear off for good. Edward Sanchez (188-G-00) finished with 17 points for the winners. Juan Pablo Cardona (190-G-00) responded with 19 points for Colombia.


Argentina and Chile enter Final in Lima - Jul 21, 2017

SEMIFINALS
Argentina - Colombia 68-47
Argentina beat Colombia to seal their title game appearance. Leandro Bolmaro (198-F-00) led well-balanced effort with 18 points. Argentina stunned their opponents with a 39:9 run in the first half. Colombia picked up the tempo in the second half but could not avert the loss. Francisco Farabello (188-G-00) produced 9 points and 12 rebounds in the victory. Juan Pablo Cardona (190-G-00) responded with 19 points for Colombia.

Chile - Ecuador 74-60
Chile advanced into the championship game in Lima. They fired past Ecuador in the semifinal clash. Ignacio Arroyo (185-G-00) stepped up with 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Chile grabbed a 19:15 lead after ten minutes. They went on a 38:27 run in the second half to seal the win. Maxwell Lorca-Lloyd (208-F-00) delivered 20 points and 22 rebounds in the victory. Aaron Capurro (00) responded with 21 points and 9 boards for Ecuador.



Overview of Day 5 in Lima - Jul 20, 2017

Group B
Argentina - Uruguay 84-65
Argentina outscored Uruguay to stay perfect at the tournament. Leandro Bolmaro (198-F-00) recorded 25 points to lead the effort. Argentina led by just 8 points at halftime 41:33. But they went on a 25:18 run in the third term and cleared off for good. Tomas Pereyra (198-F-00) notched 17 points for the winners. Santiago Vescovi (184-SG-01) responded with 17 points for Uruguay.

Bolivia - Ecuador 46-57
Ecuador outgunned Bolivia to advance into the semifinal stage in Lima. Aaron Capurro (00) produced 15 points and 8 rebounds to lead the winners. Ecuador posted a 31:17 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 17-point mark at the final intermission and marched to the victory at the end. Brandon Valles (01) delivered 11 points for the winners. Agustin Carreon (G-00) responded with 16 points for Bolivia.



Overview of Day 4 in Lima - Jul 19, 2017

Group A
Peru - Venezuela 31-70
Venezuela outgunned Peru to improve at 1-2 record in Group A. Irvin Heredia (00) came off the bench to score 20 points and grab 13 rebounds for the winners. Venezuela enjoyed a 25:19 halftime advantage. They however stepped on the gas in the second term. Venezuela used a 45:12 run to run away. Fernando Fuenmayor (00) connected for 11 points for the visitors. Jose Mesones (197-C-00) responded with 14 points, 14 rebounds and 11 blocks for Peru.

Chile - Colombia 83-49
Chile secured the third straight win in Lima. They stormed past Colombia to stay on top of Group A. Ignacio Arroyo (185-G-00) provided 20 points, 8 assists and 5 rebounds to lead the winners. Chile accumulated a 35:23 halftime lead. They went on a 28:10 run in the fourth term to seal a comfortable win. Lino Saez (195-F-77) and Kevin Rubio (189-G-00) delivered 17 points each for the winners. Chyse Webster (204-C-00) responded with 10 points for Colombia.

Group B
Uruguay - Bolivia 88-48
Uruguay cruised past Bolivia to open win count in Group B. Rodrigo Coelho (193-SG-00) accounted for 22 points to lead the winners. Uruguay accounted for a 46:21 halftime lead. They maintained the lead throughout the second half and cruised to the victory. Nicolas Andreoli (196-SF-00) chipped in 12 points in the win. Agustin Carreon (G-00) replied with 22 points for Bolivia.

Ecuador - Paraguay 50-46
Ecuador held off Paraguay for 2-1 record in Lima. Michael Moncayo (00) delivered 18 points and 7 rebounds to pace the winners. Ecuador grabbed a 24:19 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 10-point mark heading into the fourth period 40:30. Paraguay narrowed the deficit in the final frame but could not avoid the loss. Edward Sanchez (188-G-00) tossed in 15 points for the winners. Fabricio Ruiz (187-G-02) responded with 11 points for Paraguay.



Overview of Day 3 in Lima - Jul 18, 2017

Group A
Colombia - Peru 85-34
Colombia cruised past Peru to take 2-0 record in Group A. Leyder Moreno (193-SG-00) accounted for 12 points in the win. Colombia piled up a comfortable 52:15 halftime lead. They ignited a 24:6 run in the third term to clear off for good. Juan Lombana (183-SG-00) notched 11 points for the winners. Tomas Huanca (183-SF-01) responded with 10 points for Peru.

Venezuela - Chile 58-71
Chile posted the second straight victory in Lima. They rallied past Venezuela to stay perfect in Group A. Kevin Rubio (189-G-00) posted 20 points and 8 rebounds to pace the winners. Chile established a 38:17 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 22-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the win. Maxwell Lorca-Lloyd (208-F-00) notched 16 points and 9 rebounds in the victory. Isaac Gelves (00) responded with 10 points for Venezuela.

Group B
Paraguay - Uruguay 66-57
Paraguay improved at 2-1 record in Group B following victory over Uruguay. Nestor Lopez (00) and Jose Rolon (00) banked in 18 points each to lead the winners. Uruguay jumped to an 18:5 lead after the opening frame. But Paraguay unloaded 43 points in the next two quarters to gain a 6-point lead. They went on an 18:14 run in the fourth period to seal the win. Santiago Vescovi (184-SG-01) responded with 18 points for Uruguay.

Bolivia - Argentina 29-91
Argentina cruised past Bolivia to secure the third straight win in Lima. Julian Eydallin (195-F/G-00) stepped up with 18 points for the winners. Argentina established a 38:11 halftime advantage. They poured in 53 points in the second half and coasted to the win. Juan Hierrezuelo (203-F/C-00) tossed in 13 points for Argentina. Lazaro Chappottin (F-00) responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds for Bolivia.



Overview of Day 2 in Lima - Jul 17, 2017

Group A
Chile - Peru 100-35
Chile rallied past Peru to open win count in Lima. Chile stunned the hosts with a 42:19 first half run. They followed with a 27:3 run in the third term to clear off for good. Maxwell Lorca-Lloyd (208-F-00) posted 19 points and 10 rebounds in the victory. Sebastian Contreras (182-PG-00) had 12 points in the win. Luis Rodriguez (178-G-00) responded with 24 points for Peru.

Colombia - Venezuela 59-58
Colombia held off Venezuela for the opening victory in Group A. Octavio Munoz (178-PG-01) recorded 16 points to lead the winners. Venezuela registered a 28:25 halftime lead. But Colombia spurred ahead in the third term to ensure a 2-point lead at the final intermission. Colombia managed to hold on to the lead and ensured the winning outcome. Juan Pablo Cardona (190-G-00) provided 13 points in the victory. Fernando Fyenmayor responded with 13 points and 13 rebounds for Venezuela.

Group B
Argentina - Paraguay 77-43
Argentina cruised past Paraguay for 2-0 record in Group B. Leandro Bolmaro (198-F-00) delivered 14 points to lead the effort. Argentina accumulated a 28:19 halftime advantage. They used a 21:11 run in the third term to clear off for good. Francisco Farabello (188-G-00) delivered 12 points, 9 assists and 7 rebounds in the victory. Fabricio Ruiz (187-G-02) and Jose Rolon (00) answered with 8 points apiece for Paraguay.

Uruguay - Ecuador 52-58
Ecuador upset Uruguay to ensure the opening victory in Lima. Edward Sanchez (188-G-00) scored 14 points to lead the winners. Uruguay accounted for 25:24 halftime lead. Ecuador however sank 34 points in the second half and got away with the victory. Luis Riascos (193-F/G-00) tossed in 10 points and grabbed 15 rebounds in the win. Franco Villalba responded with 14 points for Uruguay.



Overview of Day 1 in Lima - Jul 16, 2017

Group B
Ecuador - Argentina 48-64
Argentina posted the opening victory in Group B. They rolled past Ecuador. Fausto Ruesga (200-F-00) recorded 11 points to pace the winners. Argentina accounted for a 32:22 halftime advantage. They followed with a 15:10 run in the third term and never looked back en route to the win. Juan Hierrezuelo (203-F/C-00) and Christian Bihurriet (209-C-00) tossed in 9 points each for the winners. Luis Riascos (193-F/G-00) responded with 21 points and 11 rebounds for Ecuador.

Paraguay - Bolivia 71-35
Paraguay edged Bolivia to open win count at the South American Championship. Jose Barreto (185-F-01) posted 11 points and 7 boards to lead the winners. Paraguay recorded a 42:20 halftime lead. They held Bolivia to just 15 points in the second half and raced to the victory. Roberto Mercado (182-PG-01) netted 10 points in the win. Agustin Carreon (G-00) responded with 10 points for Bolivia.




by ByUSER