GO Mammoth brings you the perfect location for your after work netball league…

We have a new netball venue located within the square mile, in the heart of London. Attlee Community Centre is less than a 10 minute walk from major stations such as Shoreditch High Street, Liverpool Street, Aldgate East, Bank and Moorgate. With changing facilities on site you can head down straight from the office.

League details:
Tuesday | Recreational | Ladies | 6pm – 9pm
Wednesday | Intermediate | Ladies | 6pm – 9pm
Thursday | Recreational | Mixed | 6pm – 9pm

More info: Liverpool Street Netball League

Does your company currently have a netball team and fancy trying a new netball league?
Do you have a group of ladies/men in the office that might be interested in starting a netball team?
Do you fancy doing something with your colleagues that doesnt just involve drinking 😉 ?

If so, check out our netball league in the City of London and bring that game day buzz into the office! You can still have that after work pint, post-match….it will just be more deserved and cheaper (all of our sports leagues have a designated sponsor bar offering discounted food and/or drinks). We are even offering a mixed league bringing together the guys and girls in the office. Thursday nights in London will never be the same again!

Give us a call on 0207 381 6034, or feel free to drop our London netball manager an e-mail on rose@gomammoth.co.uk if you have any questions.

 

NBA Mid-Season Update

By Bobby Nigg (Basketball Enthusiast, GO Mammoth Intern)

The NBA season has now reached its halfway point and the All-Star game is around the corner.  Sadly, my childhood stars of the 90s are slowly becoming extinct or are injured. Even though most of the famous ones will still be inducted into the All Star game like Kobe Bryant and Dirk Nowitzki; they are nowhere near being in the hunt for MVP.  Fortunately, there are many proven players and also some new faces that are keeping the game of basketball london an exhilarating sport to watch.

The Top Dogs

One obvious choice for the MVB (Most Valuable Beast) is the two time returning champion LeBron James. He is boasting his usual dominant stats and leading the Heat to the 2^nd best record in the East. However, I believe it’s the time when a new player will take the belt. The Thunder’s Kevin Durant has taken the league by ‘storm’ and is posting up career numbers in every category. He is tallying 31 points per game and is collecting 7.7 rebounds. “Durantula” has also improved his passing game with the absence of Westbrook by dishing out over 5 assists per game.  He has been proven himself to be Zeus-like in his ability to “make it rain ” behind the arc.  At this point in the season he is no doubt my MVP! Other honorable mentions are Kevin Love, Paul George, James Harden and Stephen Curry.

Bobby’s player to watch: Paul George proved himself last year as a top player in the league. This season he has led his team the best record in basketball so far and he is always pushing them to the next level. His game is on the rise and his well-rounded and athletic skill can electrify the crowd.

 

Young Guns to Watch

It is a new era with new names emerging. The sophomores have been quite impressive this year with many players showcasing their path to stardom. Among the top names are Damian Lillard and Anthony Davis. Both are already quite popular but have improved their game so much that even LeBron is feeling the ‘heat.’

Bobby’s player to watch: Andre Drummond is a big man with some incredible talent. Even though his scoring is ordinary at 12 ppg, he is a monster on the boards posting 12 rebounds per contest. He is also swat machine on defense and is consistently a high-light reel with his mammoth dunks.

 

The rookies have been quite impressive as well. Michael Carter-Williams has been the easily the most recognizable rookie so far this season posting a rookie high of 17.5 ppg. What’s almost more impressive is that he is averaging 6 rebounds and dishing out near 7 assists a game. Now that is portraying some ‘brotherly love’ in Philadelphia. The next two closest would be Trey Burk of the Utah Jazz and Victor Olapido of the Orlando Magic.  I always enjoy the rookies because they can climb the ladder of NBA success very quickly if they hit their stride.

Bobby’s player to watch: Giannis Antetokounmp, dubbed the “Greek Freak” is a freakishly talented international player with unbelievable athletic ability. He isn’t quite a star yet but at 19 he has much time to improve his game to reach his full potential. I like his game because he uses his length and athletic skill to run the floor.

 

Busts

There are some players that are stinking up the court whether they are playing or even sitting pointlessly on the pine.  Firstly, Steve Nash has been nonexistent this year for his team. Of course he is old and injuries are bound to happen but even if he plays he has been downright despicable averaging 6.7 ppg and not even 6 assists per contest.  He has been the main reason that the Lakers have drowned this season.  Also Josh Smith, who used to be one of my favorites, has dropped his game this year.  Even though his stats are still decent, there is no flow with his new team. I think he has jammed the ‘gears’ of the Pistons’ offense. My decision for biggest bust of the year is Tyreke Evans. His new 4 year $44 million contract has been disappointedly complemented by a mere 12.8 ppg. Even though he is still a solid player, his potential was sky high for the Pelicans but he is now currently playing at ‘sea level.’

As the 2^nd half of the season is on its way, it will be interesting to see which players either decline or keep their game up.  Watching highlights and analyzing the stats is a good way of keeping up with the phenomenal players as the NBA season progresses. But why not creates some highlights of your own? How about you come out and prove your own skills by heading to the court to play some basketball with Go Mammoth!

Who do you think deserves some shout-outs – pse post your comments/thoughts below! 

If you would like to contribute to the GO Mammoth Basketball Blog (topic of your choice) – please email hello@gomammoth.co.uk

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Team of the Month

Physio Flyers – Win x1 Bonus Point

Nominated by multiple other Bristol netball teams, these girls are well and truly December’s team of the month. Loved by all, they have taken part in many post-match league socials and they even sent one of their refs a Christmas card … These ladies went above and beyond and embraced the festive AND GO Mammoth spirit!! Cheers girls 🙂

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Most Active Mammoth Member

Michelle Zuther – Win x1 Hoodie

Nailing multiple boxfit fitness classes every week interspersed with regular netball clinics, Michelle is not one to be messed with. A lovely lady who we are very glad is part of GO Mammoth. Michelle is living the GO Mammoth dream and has earned her hoodie though hours of sweat, fun and go mammothing. Happy New Year and have a great 2014 Michelle. 

 

Mammoth Loyalty Award

Nav Saran – Win x1 Hoodie

Nav – a true GO Mammoth legend, he has been playing with us since the beginning of our Barnes football league and a massive 14 seasons later he is still going strong – usually winning the league in style. He is a great organiser on and off the pitch and is the backbone of the Barnes team. Well done Nav – give David a call in the office to claim your prize. 

 

Reps of the Month

Rep of the Month – Tyrone Williams

Ty has been running classes since the start of Mammoth Fit and is literally everything you would want in an instructor. Ty brings huge amounts of energy and excitement to every class he runs, however his awesomeness doesnt stop there. He even organised a surprise meal out before Christmas with his Monday Balham Boxfit class. Thanks for all your continued hard-work Ty – you are hugely valued. 

 

Best Newcomer – Dan Osinaike

Dan has fitted straight in as a leading referee at our Brixton 5-aside football leagues. His enthusiastic organisation together with his confident refereeing capabilities has earned him newcomer of the month. Well done Dan, we look forward to working with you again in 2014. 

 

Special Mention – Rachel Foulstone

Where would our Bristol league be without the amazing Mammoth rep, Rachel? It’s fair to say Rachel is well loved down at the leagues.  We were told by another umpire that, “she is so professional and well organised. She brings us hot chocolate for in between matches. She really is an asset to Go Mammoth – in my opinion!” Thanks Rachel – keep up the Mammoth work!

 

If you have won an award and need to claim your hoodie, please contact us in the office asap on 0207 381 6034 or e-mail us at hello@gomammoth.co.uk so we can arrange the delivery. Congratulations 🙂

 

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