Valtarese Basket Mazzei Architects dropped a 77-62 home game against Scuola Pallacanestro Vignola RoadHouse at Pala Raschi after a strong opening half.
The defeat saw Valtarese slip from a 34-26 halftime advantage into a steep second-half deficit. Vignola used a 25-point performance from Bianchini to overturn the scoreline.
Despite an unusual game time, supporters filled the stands to back the red devils. Mazzei Architects played with defensive discipline in the opening minutes, holding Vignola’s offense in check. Quick ball movement and accurate shooting allowed coach Fels’ side to take a 21-14 lead after the first quarter.
Scoring slowed in the second period as both teams tightened their defenses. Valtarese maintained its edge through the quarter, holding an eight-point cushion when the halftime buzzer sounded at 34-26.
The momentum vanished entirely after the intermission. Mazzei’s defense conceded open looks, and Vignola capitalized through Bianchini’s precise outside shooting. The visitors erased the deficit and pulled away as the red devils struggled to generate stops.
Morale dropped as the second half progressed, leaving the hosts unable to respond. Vignola outscored Valtarese 51-28 over the final two quarters to secure the 77-62 victory.
Valtarese points came from Guidi with 15, S. Gonzato with 10, and Sichel with 9. Trobbiani added 6, Giraud, Baldi, and Paez scored 5 each, Angella finished with 4, and Giani had 3. A. Gonzato, Di Noia, and Spagnoli did not score.
For Vignola, Bianchini led all scorers with 25 points. Corazza contributed 15, Torricelli, Fossali, and Besozzi scored 7 each, Cavani and Espa added 5 each, Nardini finished with 4, and Marzatico chipped in 2. Palumbo and Corea went scoreless under coach Stachezzini.
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