Nymburk edge Novy Jicin for Czech Cup title

Nymburk - Novy Jicin 66:48

Nymburk recorded a comfortable victory over Novy Jicin in the Czech Cup Final. Novy Jicin looked ambitious early in the encounter. They grabbed a 6:0 lead before Nymburk reacted. Petr Benda (203-F/C-82, agency: Court Side) ignited a comeback rally that put Nymburk in charge. They earned an 18:12 lead at the first break. Robert Sarovic (205-F-78) helped Novy Jicin denied the deficit in the second frame. However Arthur Lee capped the half with a long jumper to ensure a 32:31 lead for Nymburk.
The game got much more aggressive in the third frame however too many mistakes plagued both sides. Nymburk maintained a narrow margin and entered the fourth stanza ahead by 4 points 45:41. Ron Lewis (193-G-84, agency: Arik Krayn Services, college: Ohio St.) helped Nymburk stretch the margin to double digits midway through the fourth period. They took over in the game and did not allow Novy Jicin to get any closer in the reminder of the contest. Radek Necas (204-F-80) nailed 13 points to lead the effort. Ron Lewis contributed 12 points, while Petr Benda finished with 10. Robert Sarovic knocked down game-high 19 points to lead Novy Jicin. Corey Muirhead (198-F-83, college: W.Carolina) netted 9 points in defeat.

Nymburk: Radek Necas 13, Ron Lewis 12, Petr Benda 10
Novy Jicin: Robert Sarovic 19, Corey Muirhead 9