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ULM TRAVELS TO BRAUNSCHWEIG!
ratiopharm Ulm @ NewYorker Phantoms Braunschweig
Sunday March 21, 2010 5pm
Volkswagon Arena Braunschweig, Germany
ratiopharm Ulm travels to Braunschweig this weekend for a Sunday evening tip off against NewYorker Phantoms Braunschweig. After an exciting 74-72 Ulm win over the Phantoms that came down to a thrilling final shot, ratiopharm Ulm looks forward to a challenging road trip and intense rematch in Braunschweig this weekend.
ratiopharm Ulm's Rocky Trice is focused for Sunday's rematch against the Phantoms in Braunschweig.
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ratiopharm Ulm rookie forward Robin Benzing finishes midlane against the NewYorker Phantoms Braunschweig earlier this season at Sportszentrum Kuhberg in Ulm.
Sunday night at Volkswagonhalle in Braunschweig, ratiopharm Ulm looks forward to their next challenging road game against one of the best offensive teams in the Bundesliga. Ulm looks to rebound from last weeks home loss to rival EnBW Ludwigsburg and build on their recent strong performances on the road. Meanwhile, the Phantoms will be focused for paybacks after their early season defeat in Ulm. Even more important for the Phantoms is their intense playoff race as the Bundesliga season heads down the stretch. With both teams focused, Sunday's game is set for an intense rematch.
ratiopharm Ulm power forward Christian Burns
Preparing for the talented Phantoms, Ulm faces a well-balanced opponent with plenty of offensive weapons. On the perimeter, Braunschweig features talented shooters complimented by skilled inside players making the Phantoms one of the most talented offensive teams in the Bundesliga. German National team guard Heiko Schaffartzik leads the way averaging 11.5ppg 3.8ast and shooting 40% from three. A money player who is not afraid to take the big shot, Heiko has enjoyed an outstanding season and made several game-winning shots for Braunschweig. Skilled guard Kevin Hamilton compliments Schaffartzik extremely well in the backcourt and has produced 8.9ppg 4.2reb 5.6ast while shooting 32% from three. Talented wings Brandon Thomas (11ppg 3.1reb 32% three), John Allen (6.8ppg 2.5reb 20% three)and Michael Hicks (9.7ppg 48% threes) provide quality scoring options and depth for the Phantoms. In the post, Braunschweig recently added high-level post player Marcus Goree and in 7 games the talented forward has contributed 10.4ppg 6.3reb while sparking a Phantoms win streak. Hardworking German National team center Yassin Idbihi has been terrific this season averaging 11.3ppg 5.4reb along with physical post defense. Big man Jason Cain brings energy to the front court and has upped his numbers to a strong 10.4ppg 5.7reb this season. Forwards Thomas Cielebak (6.2ppg 2.8reb 34% threes) and Nils Mittmann provide perimeter shooting threats from the front court and veteran Nate Fox (8ppg 4.5reb 28%three) gives the Phantoms an inside-outside big man who will mix it up. Braunschweig's new head coach, former German National team player Sebastian Machowski has rebuilt the Phantoms with an excellent mix of experienced Bundesliga veterans along with talented newcomers. As the season enters the stretch run, Braunschweig is locked in the fight for a playoff spot and the team has the make-up to make it happen.
ratiopharm Ulm center Kevin Martin
Braunschweig's 2009-2010 season tipped off with five straight wins but a 2-11 mid-season stretch followed and the Phantoms were 7-11 around the midpoint of the year. But Braunschweig bounced back winning 7 of their last 8 games fighting their way back into the playoff race. Most recently, the Phantoms picked up an important road win in Tubingen beating the Tigers 112-104 in overtime last weekend.
ratiopharm Ulm's Lee Humphrey delivers a pass to a cutting Robin Benzing.
In the exciting matchup between Ulm and Braunschweig earlier this season, the game came down to a thrilling finish and one final shot. ratiopharm Ulm's Rocky Trice hit a mid-lane leaner with 29 seconds to play and Per Gunther took a charge in the closing seconds lifiting Ulm to a thrilling 75-72 home win over NewYorker Phantoms Braunschweig Saturday night November 21st, 2009 at Sportszentrum Kuhberg in Ulm. Christian Burns topscored for Ulm with 20 points 7 rebounds while Rocky Trice added 18 points and Lee Humphrey hit 3 of 5 threes adding 15 points to the win. A first half of runs, Ulm opened a 28-12 lead after one quarter before Braunschweig battled back to take a 42-41 lead at half. The exciting second half saw both teams make big plays on both ends of the floor. But the game's biggest plays belonged to Ulm as their team effort was highlighted by Rocky Trice's game-deciding basket and Per Gunther's tough D. Saturday night against Braunschweig, with the game on the line, Ulm took charge!
click for November 21, 2009 Ulm v Braunschweig Game Summary!
ratiopharm Ulm's Coleman Collins
Last January in Braunschweig, ratiopharm Ulm was outscored 14-0 over the first 4 minutes of the third quarter as the NewYorker Phantoms Braunschweig run broke the game open in Saturday's 100-74 Phantoms win Saturday night January 31st, 2009 at Volkswagonhalle. With a soft defensive effort, Ulm allowed Braunschweig, the Bundesliga's lowest scoring team, a season best 100 point output along with 56% shooting. Lee Humphrey paced ratiopharm Ulm's offensive attack making 4 of 6 threes to topscore with 15 points
Click here for 1-21-2009 Ulm @ Braunschweig Game Summary!
In 2008-2009's 2nd game of the season, ratiopharm Ulm entered their home opener at Sportszentrum Kuhberg riding the wave of momentum from their season opening Septenber 24th upset win in Bamberg. Saturday night September 27th, ratiopharm Ulm rode that wave rolling to a convincing 84-56 home win over NewYorker Phantoms Braunschweig before a packed Sportszentrum Kuhberg. All Star Power Forward Jeff Gibbs powered his way to 21 points 8 rebounds, but it was the strength of Ulm's team effort and defense that keyed the exciting home win.
click here for 9-27-08 Ulm v Braunschweig Game Summary!
ratiopharm Ulm post player John Bryant
The Phantoms finished the 2007-2008 season 17-17 and picked up two wins in a sweep over ratiopharm Ulm. In the 2007-2008 season opener for both teams, NewYorker Phantoms Braunschweig used a strong fourth quarter to edge ratiopharm Ulm 75-70 at Volkswagonhalle in Braunschweig. Later in the season, the Phantoms took a 90-86 road win over Ulm in Sportszentrum Kuhberg.
Click for game summary from October 6th Ulm at Braunschweig.
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click here for Ulm v Braunschweig Game Summary Febuary 2, 2008
In the 2006-2007 season, the Phantoms haunted Ulm, edging the hosts in a tight 83-80 game in Ulm. Jeff Gibbs was phenomenal in the game scoring 29 points with 9 rebounds. Ulm bounced back and beat Braunschweig 85-74 in Overtime March 28th.
Click for Ulm @ Braunschweig Game Summary March 28th, 2007
Click for Ulm v Braunschweig Game Summary November 11, 2006
Both ratiopharm Ulm and NewYorker Phantoms Braunschweig enter Sunday nights game focused for a win.
ratiopharm Ulm point guard zips a ball reversal pass to teammate Lee Humphrey.
As ratiopharm Ulm makes the road trip to Braunschweig, Ulm's lineup remains shorthanded as both Sebastian Betz and Christian Grosse missed the week of practice due to injury. Basti Betz continues to work his way back from an adductor injury while Christian Grosse's eye injury requiring three stitches kept him off the floor. On a positive, rookie forward Robin Benzing completed a full week of practice after being slowed by an ankle injury for the last two weeks. Ulm's practice week was filled with hardwork and the team pushed itself through challenging mid-week sessions. Despite their position in the standings, playing without danger of relegation or without hopes of playoffs, ratiopharm Ulm is focused to finish the season strong as the team evaluates their current roster for the future. Ulm's healthy team-chemistry has helped the young team through many ups and downs over the course of this season and the team would like to finish their season strong for each other.
ratiopharm Ulm point guard Austen Rowland
Sunday night, ratiopharm Ulm is back in action for a challenging road trip to Braunschweig and an exciting rematch against the Phantoms.
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FORMER ULMER!
When Ulm visits Braunschweig this weekend, it will be a memorable matchup for former Ulmer Nils Mittmann who served as captain for the 2.bundesliga south teams of 2000-2001 and 2001-2002.
Ulm Roster
Lee Humphrey: sharpshooter 40% threes 4th in bundesliga 58 makes
Rocky Trice: leads Bundesliga in steals at 2.4pg
Christian Burns: leads Ulm in scoring/ 4th in Bundesliga 15.4ppg
Coleman Collins: 11.7ppg 5.7reb for Ulm
Robin Benzing: rookie F producing 12.1ppg 2.2reb 35%threes
John Bryant: defensive forward playing role well in team
Austen Rowland: 3.5ast 38% threes since returning to Ulm
Kevin Martin: 12pt 3reb last week v Ludwigsburg
Sebastian Betz: likely to miss game with leg problem.
Per Gunther: 6.5pt 2.4ast 34% threes this season
Christian Grosse: out recovering from eye problem.
Head Coach: Mike Taylor
Asst Coach : Rainer Bauer
Location: Braunschweig, Germany
Main Sponsor: BS Energy
Home Court: Volkswagenhalle
website: www.BS-ENERGY-Basketball.de
2007-2008: 17-17 9th place
2008-2009: 14-20 13th place
Offense: Featuring a talented backcourt combination of Heiko Schaffartzik and Kevin Hamilton, Braunschweig also boasts three outstanding scoring wings in John Allen, Michael Hicks and Brandon Thomas. In the post, veterans Nate Fox and Jason Cain give the Phantoms skill and energy while physical center Yassin Idbihi does the dirty work and Tomasz Cieleback stretches opposing defenses with his three point shooting range. Captain Nils Mittmann gives Braunschweig energy off the bench. The Phantoms have demonstrated excellent teamwork throughout the early season resulting in their strong start and productive offensive attack.
Defense: Known for their tough, physical and aggressive style of man to man defense, Braunschweig thrives on ball pressure and works to win with their defense.
GM: Norbert Volling
Head Coach: Sebastian Machowski
Players:
Heiko Schaffartzik: German National PG/11.5ppg 40%threes
Kevin Hamilton: 8.9ppg 4.2reb 5.6ast
Brandon Thomas: 11ppg 3.1reb 32%threes
Michael Hicks: 9.7ppg 48%threes
Yassin Idbihi: 11.3ppg 5.4reb
Tomasz Cieleback: 6.2pt 2.8reb 34%threes
Nate Fox: veteran F provides experience and in-out scoring
John Allen: 6.8ppg 2.5reb 20%threes
Jason Cain: energy player from bench/ strong defender
Nils Mittmann:3pt shooter/former captain in Ulm and Ludwigsburg
Marcus Goree: high level post player 10.4ppg 6.3reb in 7 games
Philip Friedel: young pg
