Czech Republic celebrate title in Matosinhos - Aug 23, 2015
FINAL
Portugal - Czech Republic 55-79 Czech Republic clinched the title in Matosinhos. They cruised past hosting Portugal in the championship game tonight. Tereza Vitulova (182-C-99) posted 18 points and 11 rebounds for the champions. Czech Republic opened a 19:7 lead after the opening quarter. They stretched the gap in the second frame. Czech Republic registered a 39:21 halftime lead. Czech Republic followed with a strong 40:34 second half rally to seal the victory. Adela Smutna (183-C-99) tossed in 17 points, while Kristyna Brabencova and Veronika Sipova netted 10 points each for the winners. Mariana Silva (182-PF-99) responded with 14 points for Portugal.
3-4 Place
Spain - Italy 54-70 Italy defeated Spain to clinch the Bronze medals at the championship. Sara Madera (185-C-00) scored 14 points and grabbed 9 rebounds to pace the Azzurri to the podium. Italy recorded a 35:24 halftime lead. Spain narrowed the gap at 9-point mark at the final intermission. However Italy knocked down 22 points in the fourth frame and sealed the victory. Elisa Pinzan (168-PG-99) netted 13 points for the winners. Aina Ayuso (181-PG-99) responded with 12 points for Spain.
5-6 Place
Latvia - France 46-45 Janeta Rozentale (180-C-99) scored 11 points and grabbed 6 rebounds to lead Latvia past France in the clash for the fifth position. Latvia dominated in the first half. They registered a 29:21 halftime lead. France pulled within striking distance late in regulation but could not avoid the loss. Aleksa Gulbe (184-F/C-00) netted 10 points for the winners. Tima Pouye (176-F/G-99) responded with 9 points for France.
7-8 Place
Russia - Hungary 64-71 Hungary earned the seventh position at the tournament. They toppled Russia in the final game in Matosinhos. Reka Lelik (178-SG-99) stepped up with 17 points, 6 assists and 4 rebounds for the winners. Hungary eked out a 32:28 halftime lead. They maintained the advantage throughout the second half and raced to the victory. Laura Barhacs (189-C-00) had 12 points for the winning side. Valentina Kozhukhar (184-PF-99) responded with 19 points and 10 rebounds for Russia.
9-10 Place
Germany - Serbia 57-45 Germany knocked down Serbia to earn the ninth position at the championship. Karolin-Ivonn Tzokov (178-SF-99) posted 12 points to lead the winning side. Serbia eked out a 25:23 halftime lead. However Germany responded with a 34:20 second half to ice the victory. Nyara Sabally (185-C-00) delivered 10 points and 16 rebounds in the win. Teodora Turudic (178-F-99) answered with 16 points for Serbia.
11-12 Place
Turkey - Croatia 68-63 Turkey claimed a tough victory to cap their European Championship campaign. They held off Croatia for the 11th place finish in Portugal. Meltem Yildizhan (186-PF-99) scored 28 points and 9 rebounds to pace the winners. Turkey set the tone in the first period taking a 23:7 lead. Croatia used a strong rally in the next two periods to secure a 55:49 lead heading into the fourth quarter. But Turkey ignited a 19:8 rally in the final period and raced to the win. Eda Sahin (169-PG-99) had 13 points for the winners. Mihaela Lazic (166-PG-00) answered with 19 points for Croatia.
13-14 Place
Belgium - Slovakia 50-57 Slovak Republic claimed the crucial win in Matosinhos. They held off Belgium to remain in Division A for the next season. Vanessa Gajdosova (172-G-99) posted 16 points to lead the winners. Belgium opened a 13:10 lead after ten minutes. But Slovak Republic denied the deficit to even things up at 28 at halftime. Slovak Republic went on a strong 19:6 run in the fourth term to seal the victory. Viktoria Feherova (178-C-99) netted 10 points for the winners. Becky Massey (185-PF-00) responded with 13 points and 8 rebounds for Belgium.
15-16 Place
Holland - United Kingdom 57-44 Holland added some positive emotions to their rather unsuccessful Division A campaign. They beat Great Britain in the final game at the tournament occupying the 15th overall position. Anne van Vlijmen (162-PG-99) scored 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Netherlands piled up a 27:18 halftime lead. Netherlands maintained the lead throughout the second half and cruised to the victory. Ilse Kuijt had 7 points for the winners. Jessica Yates (164-PG-99) and Hannah Jump (175-SG-1) responded with 11 points each for Great Britain.
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Quarterfinals
France - Portugal 54-62 Portugal came up with the loudest upset so far at the championship. They knocked down France to advance into the semifinal stage of the tournament. Ana Ramos (171-PG-99) scored 21 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the hosts. Portugal accumulated a 30:22 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 13-point lead at the final break and protected the lead in the fourth frame. Maryam Ramalho had 18 points for the winners. Tima Pouye (176-F/G-99) responded with 13 points for France.
Russia - Spain 61-70 Spain stayed in the title hunt in Matosinhos. They outgunned Russia in the quarterfinal battle. Aina Ayuso (181-PG-99) and Paloma Gonzalez scored 15 points each to lead the winners. Russia jumped to a 22:13 lead after ten minutes. Spain responded with a 24:9 rally in the second frame to spur ahead for a 37:31 halftime lead. Spain held Russia to just 7 points in the third term and opened a 16-point lead at the final intermission. Russia sank 23 points in the fourth frame but could not avoid the defeat. Alba Prieto (180-G-99) notched 13 points for the winners. Kamilla Ogun (192-PF-99) responded with 19 points and 12 rebounds for Russia.
Hungary - Czech Republic 56-60 Czech Republic nipped Hungary to clinch the semifinal birth at the championship. Tereza Vitulova (182-C-99) posted 13 points, 10 rebounds and 6 blocks for the winners. Hungary jumped to a 22:17 lead after ten minutes. But Czech Republic turned things around in the next two periods. The Czech youngsters erased the deficit and pulled ahead for a 4-point lead at the final break. Czech Republic limited Hungary to just 12 points in the fourth term and raced to the win. Veronika Sipova (181-PG-98) and Veronika Vorackova (184-SF-99) had 9 points each in the victory. Dorka Juhasz (189-SG-99) responded with 23 points and 10 rebounds for Hungary.
Italy - Latvia 71-59 Italy topped Latvia to advance into the semifinal stage in Matosinhos. Lorela Cubaj (190-C-99) stepped up with 16 points and 11 rebounds to pace the Azzurri. Italy recorded a 38:33 halftime lead. They went on an 18:11 run in the third term to ensure a 12-point lead at the final intermission. Latvia scored 15 points in the fourth term and could not avoid the defeat. Sara Madera (185-C-00) and Valeria Trucco (190-C-99) notched 11 points apiece in the victory. Luize Septe (180-F-99) responded with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for Latvia.
9-16 Place
Slovakia - Serbia 48-56 Mina Djordjevic (186-PF-99) posted 18 points and 8 rebounds as Serbia overcame Slovak Republic in the classification round. Serbia used an 18:2 run in the first period to clear off. Slovak Republic narrowed the deficit at 5-point mark at the final intermission. But Serbia held Slovak Republic to just 15 points in the fourth frame and sealed the win. Teodora Turudic (178-F-99) had 9 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side. Michaela Balazova (180-F-99) responded with 10 points for Slovak Republic.
Turkey - Holland 75-60 Turkey outgunned Netherlands in the classification round in Matosinhos. Eda Sahin (169-PG-99) stepped up with 20 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Turkey accumulated a 32:24 halftime lead. Netherlands unloaded 23 points in the third term to pull within 6 points. But Turkey responded with a 22:13 rally in the fourth quarter to seal the victory. Meltem Yildizhan (186-PF-99) netted 16 points and grabbed 9 rebounds for the winners. Kiki Fleuren (167-G-00) responded with 11 points for Netherlands.
Belgium - Croatia 55-59 Croatia outgunned Belgium in the classification round clash. Matea Tadic (167-PG-99) knocked down 19 points and grabbed 6 rebounds to pace the winners. Belgium recorded a 19:12 lead after ten minutes. But Croatia bounced back to secure a 28:26 halftime advantage. Belgium restored the advantage in the third term and entered the final period up by three points. However Croatia went on a 19:12 run in the fourth stanza and snatched a tough win. Karla Erjavec (172-G-99) had 12 points for the winners. Lore Devos (182-F-99) answered with 14 points and 7 rebounds for Belgium.
Germany - United Kingdom 81-27 Germany outgunned Great Britain in the classification round game. Janina Schinkel (172-SG-99) scored 15 points to lead the winners. Germany piled up a 31:18 halftime lead. They held Great Britain to just 9 points in the second half and cruised to the victory. Jenny Strozyk (166-G-00) and Jessika Schiffer (171-PG-00) provided 11 points each for the winners. Hannah Jump (175-SG-1) responded with 5 points for Great Britain.
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SEMIFINALS
Portugal - Spain 64-44 Portugal thumped Spain and sensationally reached the championship game in Matosinhos. Mariana Silva (182-PF-99) posted 19 points to lead the winning side. Portugal opened a 30:15 halftime lead. Spain slowed the hosts down in the third term to pull within 12 points at the final intermission. But Portugal sank 22 points in the fourth quarter and sealed the victory. Beatriz Jordao (185-C-99) delivered 16 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Aina Ayuso (181-PG-99) responded with 13 points for Spain.
Italy - Czech Republic 53-65 Czech Republic are the first finalists. They overcame Italy in the first semifinal clash in Matosinhos. Veronika Sipova (181-PG-98) scored 17 points and grabbed 8 rebounds for the winners. Italy accounted for an 18:15 lead after ten minutes. Czech Republic surged ahead for a 33:31 halftime lead. Czech Republic dropped 32 points in the second half and marched to the victory. Tereza Vitulova (182-C-99) netted 11 points for the winning side. Sara Madera (185-C-00) responded with 14 points and 7 rebounds for Italy.
5-8 Place
Russia - France 59-61 France held off Russia in the classification round game in Matosinhos. They will now take on Latvia for the fifth position at the championship. Tima Pouye (176-F/G-99) recorded 18 points for Les Bleues. Russia built a 41:26 halftime lead. But France held their opponents to just 18 points in the second half and raced to the win. Carla Mbaye (181-SF-99) had 9 pooints in the victory. Kamilla Ogun (192-PF-99) responded with 14 points for Russia.
Latvia - Hungary 71-68 Latvia beat Hungary in the classification round in Matosinhos. Luize Septe (180-F-99) provided 19 points to lead the winners. Hungary built a 45:40 halftime lead. But Latvia held their opponents to just 23 points in the second half and marched to the victory. Aleksa Gulbe (184-F/C-00) had 16 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Reka Lelik (178-SG-99) responded with 19 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists for Hungary.
9-12 Place
Turkey - Serbia 61-63 Serbia nipped Turkey in the classification round. Mina Djordjevic (186-PF-99) came up with 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Serbia got to a strong start. They recorded a 39:25 halftime lead. Turkey went on a determined comeback rally in the second half but came up short of victory at the end. Nevena Naumcev (173-G-99) had 11 points for the winners. Meltem Yildizhan (186-PF-99) responded with 22 points and 7 rebounds for Turkey.
Germany - Croatia 65-45 Germany outscored Croatia in Matosinhos. Nyara Sabally (185-C-00) scored 11 points and grabbed 19 rebounds to lead the winners. Germany went on a strong 39:17 first half run. They protected the lead well throughout the second half and cruised to the victory. Karolin-Ivonn Tzokov (178-SF-99) had 10 points in the win. Josipa Pavic (187-C-99) answered with 17 points for Croatia.
13-16 Place
Holland - Slovakia 59-66 Slovak Republic made a step towards securing their Division A place for the next season. They held off Netherlands in the classification round game tonight. Vanessa Gajdosova (172-G-99) and Nikola Kovacikova (173-G-99) delivered 21 points and 8 rebounds each to lead the winners. Netherlands opened a 32:21 halftime lead. But Slovak Republic erased the deficit in the second half tying things up at 55 at the end of regulation. Slovak Republic ignited an 11:4 run in the extra period and sealed the victory. Michaela Balazova (180-F-99) had 6 points for the winners. Ilse Kuijt responded with 25 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for Netherlands.
United Kingdom - Belgium 44-53 Belgium outgunned Great Britain sending those into Division B for next year. Lore Devos came up with 19 points to pace the winners. Belgium eked out a 22:20 halftime lead. They went on a 17:10 rally in the fourth quarter and sealed the victory. Billie Massey (184-PF-00) had 9 points for the winners. Irekpitan Ozzy-Momodu (183-C-99) responded with 10 points for Great Britain.
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Group E
Portugal - Turkey 80-59 Portugal outgunned Turkey in the decisive clash for the quarterfinal appearance in Group E. The hosts therefore clinched the fourth position at 2-3 record. Ana Ramos (171-PG-99) posted 19 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the winners. Portugal unloaded 51 points in the first half to gain a 21-point halftime lead. They followed with a 29-point effort in the second half to cruise to the win. Luana Lopes and Mariana Silva had 11 points each for the home team. Inci Guclu (200-C-99, agency: Ates Ceren) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds for Turkey.
Czech Republic - Slovakia 64-58 Czech Republic held off Slovak Republic to finish at 3-2 record in Group E. Julie Pospisilova (172-G-99) and Karolina Sotolova (167-F-99) posted 13 points each for the winners. Czech Republic accumulated a 23:10 lead after the opening quarter. Slovak Republic narrowed the deficit at a single-point mark heading into the fourth frame. But Czech Republic sank 22 points in the fourth quarter and sealed the win. Viktoria Feherova (178-C-99) responded with 20 points for Slovak Republic.
Russia - Italy 56-68 Italy handed the first defeat to Russia in Matosinhos. They finished the Second Stage on top of Group E. Lorela Cubaj (190-C-99) scored 13 points and grabbed 7 rebounds to pace the Azzurri. Italy opened a 37:28 halftime lead. They stretched the margin at 18-point mark at the final intermission and held on to claim the win at the end. Elisa Pinzan (168-PG-99) had 10 points for the winners. Kamilla Ogun (192-PF-99) responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds for Russia.
Group F
Spain - Belgium 60-46 Spain edged Belgium to earn the third position in Group F. Sofia Galeron (186-PF-99) chipped in 10 points to lead well-balanced effort from the winners. Spain opened a 31:16 halftime lead. They stretched the lead at 17-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the win. Lucia Rodriguez (186-PF-99) notched 9 points for the winning side. Lieve Lukusa (170-SG-99) responded with 14 points for Belgium.
Germany - Latvia 52-64 Latvia earned the second straight victory in Group F and clinched the quarterfinal appearance. Luize Septe (180-F-99) provided 15 points for the winners. Latvia grabbed a 17:10 lead after ten minutes. The Baltic team went on a strong 41:32 second half run to seal the win. Nikola Ozola (170-G-00) finished with 13 points for Latvia. Jessika Schiffer (171-PG-00) responded with 11 points for Germany.
Hungary - France 49-51 France eked out a tough victory over Hungary to take 5-0 record on top of Group F. Tima Pouye (176-F/G-99) scored 12 points to lead Les Bleues. Hungary recorded a comfortable 30:19 halftime lead. But France turned things around in the second half. They held Hungary to just 19 points in the half and eked out a narrow victory. Kadiatou Sissoko (180-F-99) had 8 points for the winners. Dorka Juhasz (189-SG-99) responded with 16 points and 6 rebounds for Hungary.
Group G
Serbia - United Kingdom 70-65 Serbia held off Great Britain to improve at 2-1 record in Group G. Nevena Dimitrijevic (158-PG-00) posted 20 points to lead the winners. Serbia gained a comfortable 42:25 halftime lead. Great Britian went on a determined comeback rally in the second half but came up short at the end. Ivana Katanic (174-PG-99) and Mina Djordjevic (186-PF-99) had 11 points each for the winners. Irekpitan Ozzy-Momodu (183-C-99) responded with 14 points and 9 rebounds for Great Britain.
Holland - Croatia 46-72 Croatia recorded the third straight victory in Group G. They knocked down Netherlands as Andjela Katavic (174-SG-99) and Matea Tadic (167-PG-99) netted 14 points each. Croatia recorded a 39:32 halftime lead. They followed with a 19:4 run in the third term to take a comfortable 22-point lead at the final intermission. Josipa Pavic (187-C-99) had 11 points in the win. Anne van Vlijmen (162-PG-99) responded with 9 points for Netherlands.
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Group E
Italy - Portugal 48-42 Italy upset hosting Portugal for the second straight win in Group E. Elisa Pinzan (168-PG-99) scored 10 points, grabbed 8 rebounds and issued 5 assists to lead the winners. Martina Fassina (180-F-99) added 9 points for the Azzurri. Italy built a 43:27 lead at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the win. Mariana Silva (182-PF-99) had 18 points for Portugal.
Czech Republic - Russia 61-73 Russia extended their unbeaten run in Matosinhos. They beat Czech Republic for 4-0 record in Group E. Kamilla Ogun (192-PF-99) posted 20 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Czech Republic eked out a 23:21 lead after ten minutes. But Russia responded with a 24:4 run in the second term to surge ahead. Russia maintained the lead throughout the second half and raced to the victory. Valentina Kozhukhar (184-PF-99) had 12 points for the winners. Anezka Kopecka (181-PF-00) and Veronika Sipova (181-PG-98) responded with 10 points each for Czech Republic.
Slovakia - Turkey 65-69 Turkey recorded the first victory in Group E. They knocked down Slovak Republic on the road for 1-3 record. Meltem Yildizhan (186-PF-99) posted 22 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Slovak Republic gained a 21:19 lead after ten minutes. But Turkey turned things around and spurred ahead for a 37:34 halftime lead. Slovak Republic denied the deficit in the third term. However Turkey sank 22 points in the fourth frame and raced to the win. Eda Sahin (169-PG-99) and Inci Guclu (200-C-99, agency: Ates Ceren) had 11 points each for the winners. Nikola Kovacikova (173-G-99) responded with 20 points for Slovak Republic.
Group F
Germany - Hungary 48-71 Hungary stayed on top of Group F ladder. They knocked down Germany for 4-0 record. Reka Lelik (178-SG-99) tallied 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Hungary got to a strong start. They recorded a 38:21 halftime lead and cruised to the victory in the second half. Livia Gereben (181-F-99) and Fanni Radocz (183-F/C-99) provided 10 points apiece in the win. Nyara Sabally (185-C-00) responded with 12 points and 9 rebounds for Germany.
France - Spain 52-49 France held off Spain for 4-0 record in Group F. Nabala Fofana (186-C-00) came off the bench to topscore for Les Bleues with 11 points. Spain jumped to a 21:11 lead ten minutes into the game. But France bounced back with a 19:5 rally in the second period to secure a 30:26 halftime lead. France held Spain to 23 points in the second half and secured a tough victory. Coline Franchelin (166-PG-99) had 7 points for the winners. Sofia Galeron (186-PF-99) responded with 14 points for Spain.
Latvia - Belgium 66-42 Aleksa Gulbe (184-F/C-00) scored 17 points to lead Latvia past Belgium for the first victory in Group F. Latvia used a 20:9 run in the second term to open an 11-point halftime lead. The Baltic team used a 19:5 run in the final period to seal the win. Janeta Rozentale had 16 points and 8 rebounds for Latvia. Billie Massey (184-PF-00) responded with 11 points for Belgium.
Group G
United Kingdom - Croatia 30-54 Croatia outgunned Great Britain for 2-0 record in Group G. Josipa Pavic (187-C-99) posted 14 points for the winners. Croatia held their opponents to just 9 points in the first half to take a comfortable 36:9 lead. They boosted the margin at 33-point mark at the final intermission and raced to the win. Andjela Katavic (174-SG-99) had 12 points for the winners. Holly Winterburn (175-SG-00) and Hannah Jump (175-SG-1) responded with 8 points each for Great Britain.
Serbia - Holland 67-58 Serbia edged Netherlands for the first victory in Group G. Ivana Katanic (174-PG-99) recorded 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Netharlands posted a 33:27 halftime lead. Serbia responded with a strong 40:25 second half rally to seal the win. Mina Djordjevic (186-PF-99) added 14 points and 9 rebounds in the victory. Marleen Peek (191-C-00) responded with 12 points and 7 rebounds for Netherlands.
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Group E
Turkey - Russia 47-70 Russia extended their perfect run in Matosinhos. They knocked down Turkey for 3-0 record in Group E. Yulia Zarubina (190-PF-99) posted 15 points and 7 rebounds to lead the winners. Turkey enjoyed a 20:14 lead at the first break. But Russia went on a 22:2 run in the third term to spur ahead. They followed with a 22:14 rally in the fourth period to ice the victory. Kamilla Ogun (192-PF-99) delivered 13 points for the winners. Meltem Yildizhan (186-PF-99) responded with 18 points for Turkey.
Portugal - Czech Republic 55-70 Czech Republic victoriously opened the Second Stage campaign. They outgunned hosting Portugal for 2-1 record in Group E. Veronika Sipova (181-PG-98) provided 30 points and 8 rebounds for the Czech team. Portugal grabbed a 16:14 lead after ten minutes. But Czech Republic responded with a 42:24 run in the next two quarters to spur ahead. Portugal could not recover in the fourth period and had to surrender at the end. Adela Smutna (183-C-99) netted 11 points in the win. Ana Ramos (171-PG-99) responded with 12 points for Portugal.
Slovakia - Italy 59-75 Italy opened the Second Stage with a comfortable win over Slovak Republic. Elisa Pinzan (168-PG-99) scored 20 points as the Azzurri improved at 3-0 record. Slovak Republic led by three points after the first period. But Italy used a 24:12 run in the second term to spur ahead. They followed with a 16:9 run in the fourth term to seal the win. Sara Madera (185-C-00) posted 17 points and 8 rebounds for Italy. Viktoria Feherova (178-C-99) responded with 17 points for Slovak Republic.
Group F
Spain - Germany 74-45 Spain recorded the first victory in Group F. They drove past Germany at the start of the Second Stage. Paula Valino (188-C-99) posted 10 points for the winners. Spain recorded a 33:28 halftime lead. They followed with a strong 41:17 second half rally and cruised to the victory. Natalia Rodriguez (173-G-99) delivered 9 points for the winning side. Karolin-Ivonn Tzokov (178-SF-99) answered with 11 points and 9 rebounds for Germany.
Belgium - Hungary 60-83 Hungary improved at 3-0 record in Group F. They knocked down Belgium at the start of the Second Stage. Dorka Juhasz (189-SG-99) notched 26 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Hungary built a 42:30 halftime lead. They followed with a 41:30 second half run to seal the win. Dalma Czukor (182-SG-99) posted 13 points in the victory. Lore Devos (182-F-99) responded with 17 points for Belgium.
Latvia - France 51-52 France eked out a narrow win over Latvia at the start of Group F action. Tima Pouye (176-F/G-99) notched 13 points to lead the Les Bleues. Latvia posted a 27:23 halftime lead. France responded with a 15:7 rally in the third term to spur ahead. Latvia got within striking distance late in regulation but could not avoid the defeat. Emmanuelle Tahane (180-F-99) had 8 points in the win. Aleksa Gulbe (184-F/C-00) responded with 18 points for Latvia.
Group G
Croatia - Serbia 74-59 Croatia got to the winning start of the classification round. They beat Serbia for 1-0 record in Group G. Matea Tadic (167-PG-99) recorded 14 points in the victory. Croatia piled up a comfortable 41:23 halftime lead. Serbia narrowed the gap in the second half but could not threaten their opponents as Croatia marched to the win. Anet Mrdalj (184-F/C-99) and Karla Erjavec (172-G-99) had 13 points each for the winners. Teodora Turudic responded with 12 points and 10 rebounds for Serbia.
Holland - England 76:57
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Group A
Czech Republic - Turkey 66-37 Czech Republic overcame Turkey to take 2-1 record in Group A. Julie Pospisilova (172-G-99) notched 17 points and 9 rebounds for the Czech team. They registered a 39:18 halftime lead. Czech Republic triggered a 17:7 rally in the third term and went on to celebrate victory. Tereza Vitulova (182-C-99) provided 9 points for the winners. Inci Guclu (200-C-99, agency: Ates Ceren) responded with 7 points for Turkey.
Italy - Holland 60-45 Italy registered the third straight victory in Matosinhos. They fired past Netherlands to clinch the top position in Group A. Valeria Trucco (190-C-99) recorded 14 points and 10 rebounds for the Azzurri. Italy posted a 31:25 halftime lead. They went on a 29:20 second half run to ice the win. Martina Fassina (180-F-99) notched 8 points in the victory. Ilse Kuijt (175-SG-99) responded with 9 points for Netherlands.
Group B
Russia - Slovakia 68-42 Kamilla Ogun (192-PF-99) stepped up with 15 points to pace Russia past Slovak Republic in Group B. Russia reeled off to a 41:19 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Valentina Kozhukhar (184-PF-99) accounted for 12 points and 8 rebounds for the Russian side. Nikola Kovacikova (173-G-99) responded with 9 points for Slovak Republic.
Croatia - Portugal 61-62 Portugal snatched a narrow one-point victory over Croatia and claimed the second position in Group B. Eliana Cabral (177-SG-99) posted 12 points for the winners. Croatia recorded a 38:26 halftime lead. However Portugal responded with a 19:9 rally in the final frame to claim the victory. Maryam Ramalho (181-PF-99) finished with 9 points for Portugal. Andjela Katavic (174-SG-99) answered with 12 points and 7 rebounds for Croatia.
Group C
France - Serbia 57-50 France outgunned Serbia to finish preliminary round undefeated. Carla Mbaye (181-SF-99) and Emmanuelle Tahane (180-F-99) recorded 9 points apiece for the winners. Les Bleues piled up a 35:25 halftime lead. Serbia narrowed the deficit in the second half but could not avoid the defeat. Naomi Mbandu (185-SF-99) had 8 points in the victory. Nevena Naumcev (173-G-99) responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds for Serbia.
Belgium - Germany 46-56 Germany outscored Belgium to take 2-1 record in Group C. Jessika Schiffer (171-PG-00) tossed in 14 points to lead the winners. Germany accumulated a 28:18 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 13-point mark at the final break and marched to the win. Jenny Strozyk (166-G-00) delivered 12 points for the winning side. Charlotte Borlee (169-PG-99) responded with 19 points for Belgium.
Group D
Spain - Latvia 68-54 Spain knocked down Latvia for 2-1 record in Group D. Natalia Rodriguez (173-G-99) stepped up with 15 points for the winners. Spain accumulated a 37:32 halftime lead. They held Latvia to just 22 points in the second half and raced to the victory. Paloma Gonzalez (172-PG-99) had 13 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Aleksa Gulbe (184-F/C-00) responded with 15 points and 10 boards for Latvia.
Hungary - United Kingdom 68-28 Hungary stormed past Great Britain to keep their perfect record in Group D. Dorka Boros (175-G/F-99) tossed in 13 points for Hungary. They went on a 34:15 halftime lead. Hungary followed with a 34:13 second half run to seal the win. Reka Bernath (179-F-97) finished with 12 points for Hungary. Irekpitan Ozzy-Momodu (183-C-99) responded with 9 points for Great Britain.
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Group A
Turkey - Holland 71-67 Turkey held off Netherlands for the first victory in Group A. Inci Guclu (200-C-99, agency: Ates Ceren) recorded 21 points and 13 rebounds to lead the winners. Netherlands recorded a 32:31 halftime lead. The teams traded baskets throughout the third term. However Turkey held the Dutch team to just 11 points in the fourth frame and snatched a tough win. Meltem Yildizhan (186-PF-99) had 18 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Anne van Vlijmen (162-PG-99) and Ilse Kuijt (175-SG-99) responded with 16 points apiece for Netherlands.
Czech Republic - Italy 40-53 Italy clinched the second straight victory in Group A. Lorela Cubaj (190-C-99) stepped up with 22 points and 7 rebounds for the Azzurri. Italy recorded a 25:21 halftime lead. The Azzurri went on a 15:6 run in the fourth frame and sealed the victory. Martina Fassina (180-F-99) had 11 points for the winners. Veronika Sipova (181-PG-98) responded with 11 points for Czech Republic.
Group B
Slovakia - Portugal 45-65 Portugal knocked down Slovak Republic to take the first victory in Group B. Mariana Silva (182-PF-99) came up with 17 points to pace the winners. Portugal jumped to a 20:5 lead after ten minutes. They went on a 28:23 second half run to seal the victory. Luana Lopes (164-PG-99) had 13 points for the hosts. Michaela Balazova (180-F-99) responded with 11 points for Slovak Republic.
Russia - Croatia 75-49 Russia claimed the second straight victory in Group B. They stormed past Croatia to stay undefeated. Kamilla Ogun (192-PF-99) scored 20 points to pace the winners. Russia recorded a comfortable 47:19 halftime lead. Russia boosted the lead at 30-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the victory. Anastasiia Komarova (182-SG-99) and Yulia Zarubina (190-PF-99) had 14 points each for the winners. Lucija Skoric (178-F-99) answered with 13 points for Croatia.
Group C
Serbia - Germany 47-56 Germany defeated Serbia for the first victory in Group C. Karolin-Ivonn Tzokov (178-SF-99) came up with 17 points to lead the winners. Germany registerd a 31:21 halftime lead. Serbia narrowed the deficit at 2-point mark at the final intermission. But Germany limited their opponents to just 10 points in the fourth quarter and coasted to the win. Luisa Geiselsoeder (192-C-00) had 11 points in the victory. Teodora Turudic (178-F-99) answered with 12 points and 7 rebounds for Serbia.
France - Belgium 60-48 France earned the second consecutive victory in Group C. They toppled Belgium behind 19 points and 9 rebounds from Kadiatou Sissoko (180-F-99). Les Bleues recorded a 35:18 halftime lead. Belgium narrowed the gap in the second half but could not avoid the defeat. Romane Jeanneaux (171-PG-00) and Daphne Gnago (181-F-99) had 10 points each for the winners. Becky Massey (185-PF-00) responded with 16 points for Belgium.
Group D
Latvia - United Kingdom 77-45 Latvia opened win count in Matosinhos. They stormed past Great Britain for 1-1 record in Group D. Luize Septe provided 18 points and 5 steals for the winners. Latvia accounted for a 52:21 halftime lead. They stretched the gap at 40-point mark and never looked back en route to the win. Aleksa Gulbe (184-F/C-00) and Janeta Rozentale (180-C-99) tossed in 10 points each for the winners. Hannah Jump (175-SG-1) responded with 20 points for Great Britain.
Spain - Hungary 60-81 Hungary clinched the second consecutive win in Group D. They fired past Spain to remain perfect. Dorka Juhasz stepped up with 27 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Hungary posted a 40:33 halftime lead. They outgunned Spain in the third term to accumulate an 11-point lead at the final break. Hungary held their opponents to just 12 points in the fourth term and sealed the win. Reka Lelik netted 21 points for the winners. Sofia Galeron (186-PF-99) responded with 15 points for Spain.
Review of Day 1 in Matosinhos - Aug 14, 2015
Group A
Italy - Turkey 64-57 Italy rallied past Turkey for the first victory in Matosinhos. Sara Madera (185-C-00) posted 13 points and 7 rebounds for the Azzurri. Italy claimed a 34:23 halftime lead. Turkey narrowed the deficit in the third term. They pulled within 3 points at the final intermission. But Italy responded with a 17:13 run in the fourth quarter and raced to the win. Elisa Pinzan (168-PG-99) had 12 points for the winners. Meltem Yildizhan (186-PF-99) responded with 14 points for Turkey.
Holland - Czech Republic 54-62 Czech Republic earned Group A win count as they overcame Netherlands. Tereza Vitulova (182-C-99) posted 15 points and 10 rebounds for the Czech team. Czech Republic accounted for a 20:13 lead after ten minutes. They boosted the gap at 33:24 halftime lead. Czech Republic extended the lead at 13-point lead at the final break and coasted to the victory. Julie Pospisilova (172-G-99) posted 12 points in the win. Anne van Vlijmen (162-PG-99) responded with 17 points for Netherlands.
Group B
Portugal - Russia 45-59 Russia earned the first victory in Matosinhos. They upset hosting Portugal in Group B. Kamilla Ogun (192-PF-99) stepped up with 21 points and 6 rebounds to lead the winners. Russia piled up a 30:20 halftime lead. Portugal narrowed the gap at 8-point mark at the final intermission. But Russia responded with an 18:12 run in the fourth frame to seal the win. Anastasiia Komarova (182-SG-99) netted 12 points for the winners. Eliana Cabral (177-SG-99) responded with 15 points for Portugal.
Croatia - Slovakia 58-63 Slovak Republic upset Croatia in the first game in Matosinhos. Michaela Balazova (180-F-99) scored 19 points for the winners. Croatia piled up a 32:24 halftime lead. Slovak Republic bounced back in the second half. They pulled within 6 points at the final break. Slovak Republic used a 20:10 run in the fourth frame to seal the win. Rebeka Mikulasikova (186-C-99) provided 14 points and 9 rebounds in the victory. Matea Tadic (167-PG-99) answered with 13 points for Croatia.
Group C
Belgium - Serbia 60-46 Belgium got to a victorious start of their campaign in Portugal. They fired past Serbia in Group C. Charlotte Borlee (169-PG-99) and Lore Devos (182-F-99) notched 14 points each for the winners. Belgium accounted for a 26:17 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 14-point mark at the final break and cruised to the victory. Malaurie Tosin (168-SG-99) had 11 points for the winners. Mina Djordjevic (186-PF-99) answered with 11 points for Serbia.
Germany - France 51-58 Romane Jeanneaux stepped up with 16 points to lead France past Germany in the opener in Portugal. Germany jumped to a 17:11 lead after ten minutes. Les Bleues cut the deficit at 3-point mark at the interval. France held Germany to just 28 points in the second half and cruised to the win. Kadiatou Sissoko (180-F-99) recorded 9 points for the winners. Karolin-Ivonn Tzokov (178-SF-99) answered with 13 points for Germany.
Group D
United Kingdom - Spain 27-56 Spain clinched the first victory in Group D. They thumped Great Britain in the opener. Natalia Rodriguez (173-G-99) delivered 14 points for the winners. Great Britain piled up a 14:11 lead after the opening quarter. But Spain held their opponents to just 5 points in the second half and raced to the victory. Aina Ayuso (181-PG-99) provided 11 points for the winners. Bisola Lawal (178-SF-99) and Holly Winterburn (175-SG-00) responded with 4 points each for Great Britain.
Hungary - Latvia 86-69 Hungary cruised past Latvia in the first game of the championship. Reka Lelik (178-SG-99) posted 23 points and 6 assists to lead the winners. Latvia eked out a 19:16 lead after ten minutes. But Hungary spurred ahead for a 34:32 halftime lead. They unleashed 52 points in the second half and cruised to the win. Dorka Juhasz (189-SG-99) netted 18 points and collected 13 rebounds in the victory. Luize Septe (180-F-99) responded with 15 points for Latvia.
Division B. Belarus and Lithuania advance into Final - Aug 22, 2015
SEMIFINALS
Belarus - Slovenia 71-57 Belarus knocked down Slovenia to advance into Final. Ksenia Malashko (173-G-00) posted 18 points, 10 rebounds, 10 blocks and 6 assists to lead the winning side. Slovenia snatched a 26:17 lead after ten minutes. But Belarus responded with a 23:12 rally in the second term to spur ahead. Belarus held their opponents to just 19 points in the second half and eased to the victory. Arina Masko (175-G/F-99) netted 16 points for the winners. Eva Prevodnik (166-G-99) and Aleksandra Kroselj (169-PG-99) responded with 11 points each for Slovenia.
Sweden - Lithuania 61-81 Lithuania will play in Division B Final. They stormed past Sweden in the first semifinal clash of the championship. Karolina Kazociunaite (180-F-99) stepped up with 22 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Lithuania also booked Division A birth for the next season with the victory. Lithuania recorded a 42:35 halftime lead. They maintained the advantage throughout the second half and coasted to the victory. Livija Sakeviciute (188-PF-99) netted 14 points in the win. Alice Haegerstrand (184-F/C-99) responded with 19 points for Sweden.
5-8 Place
Poland - Ireland 66-45 Poland will play for the fifth overall position at the championship. They knocked down Ireland in the classification game today. Anna Makurat (174-PG-00) tallied 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for Poland. Ireland eked out a 10:9 lead after ten minutes. But Poland outgunned Ireland in the next three periods and raced to the win. Karolina Matkowska (170-PG-99) netted 9 points for the Polish side. Dayna Finn (177-F/G-00) and Claire Melia (185-C-99) responded with 15 points for Ireland.
Romania - Greece 67-41 Romania cruised past Greece in the classification round. Sarah Dumitrescu (180-F-00) came up with 14 points to pace the winning side. Romania opened a 29:21 halftime lead. They used a 22:5 run in the fourth quarter to clear off for good. Amira Al Ash Hab (182-C-99) had 13 points and 9 caroms for the winning side. Maria Anastasopoulou (187-C-99) responded with 14 points for Greece.
9-12 Place
Israel - Ukraine 59-52 Israel will play for the ninth overall position at the championship. They outgunned Ukraine in the classification round clash. Yael Stolerman (176-C-99) posted 11 points to lead the winners. Ukraine claimed a 23:17 halftime lead. But Israel went on a strong 28:15 rally in the fourth quarter to seal the victory. Hadar Hadad (178-F-99) and Shirel Berman (162-SG-99) accounted for 10 points each in the win. Oksana Fastova (168-PG-99) responded with 13 points and 9 rebounds for Ukraine.
Denmark - Finland 62-69 Finland outscored Denmark in the classification round in FYR Macedonia. Kia Vaalavirta (172-G-99) notched 21 points to lead the winners. Denmark jumped to a 19:13 lead after ten minutes. But Finland turned things around in the next two quarters. They went on a massive 47:29 run in the periods to enter the fourth quarter up by 12 points. Denmark narrowed the gap in the final period but could not avoid the defeat. Lotta-Maj Lahtinen (170-G-99) provided 20 points and 13 rebounds in the victory. Frida Formann (177-F/G-1) responded with 17 points and 15 rebounds for Denmark.
13-16 Place
Luxembourg - Switzerland 47-69 Switzerland fired past Luxembourg in the classification round game today. Dahlia Monteiro (166-SF-00) posted 18 points and 5 rebounds to lead the winners. Switzerland opened a 34:21 halftime lead. They never looked back afterwards cruising to the win. Laure Margot had 13 points for the winners. Estelle Muller (166-PG-00) and Anne Simon (172-G-00) responded with 10 points each for Luxembourg.
Bulgaria - Austria 56-44 Bulgaria knocked down Austria in the last but one game at the championship. Yanina Todorova (173-F-99) posted 24 points and 9 rebounds to lead the winners. Bulgaria piled up a 27:22 halftime lead. Austria erased the gap and pulled in front for a one-point lead at the final break. But Bulgaria responded with a 20:7 run in the fourth term to ice the win. Elena Dimova (190-C-00) netted 14 points and grabbed 12 boards for the winners. Anna Boruta (174-SG-00) responded with 10 points for Austria.
Division B. Semifinals are set in Ohrid and Struga - Aug 21, 2015
Group E
Ireland - Romania 54-62 Romania upset Ireland for the first victory in Group E. Nicoleta Ghita (186-C-00) notched 14 points for the winning side. Ireland eked out a 25:24 halftime lead. Ireland boosted the gap at 4-point mark. But Romania responded with a 24:12 rally in the final stanza to ice the win. Amira Al Ash Hab had 12 points for Romania. Dayna Finn (177-F/G-00) responded with 20 points for Ireland.
Slovenia - Sweden 57-64 Sweden recorded the second victory in Group E. They held off Slovenia to clinch the top position in the ladder. Alice Haegerstrand (184-F/C-99) stepped up with 19 points to lead the winners. Sweden posted a 31:28 halftime lead. Slovenia spurred ahead for a one-point lead at the final break. Sweden however responded with a 20:12 run in the fourth term and sealed the victory. Klara Lundquist had 14 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Tjasa Kenda (170-F-00) responded with 12 points for Slovenia.
Group F
Lithuania - Greece 72-52 Lithuania edged Greece to advance into the semifinal stage in FYR Macedonia. They clinched the second position in Group F. Dalia Donskichyte (165-SG-00) scored 18 points to lead the charge. Karolina Kazociunaite (180-F-99) accounted for 13 points and 6 assists for the winners. Greece led by five points at the first break but Lithuania went on a strong run in the second frame to take a 31:26 halftime advantage. The Baltic team followed with a 41:26 second half rally to ice the victory. Georgia Tsichlaki (183-F/C-99) finished with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for Greece.
Belarus - Poland 78-64 Belarus defeated Poland to clinch the top position in Group F. Mariya Vasilevko (183-F/C-99) scored 26 points and grabbed 16 rebounds for the winners. Poland accounted for a 19:13 lead after ten minutes. But Belarus went on a strong rally in the second half and sealed the victory. Arina Masko (175-G/F-99) accounted for 18 points and 9 rebounds in the win. Anna Makurat (174-PG-00) responded with 15 points for Poland.
Group G
Bulgaria - Switzerland 62-45 Bulgaria outgunned Switzerland in Group G action. Gergana Ivanova (174-PG-99) stepped up with 21 points to lead the winners. Bulgaria accounted for a 37:21 halftime lead. Bulgaria held Switzerland to just 24 points in the second half and cruised to the victory. Yanina Todorova (173-F-99) had 12 points for the winners. Leane Margot responded with 14 points and 8 rebounds for Switzerland.
Ukraine - Denmark 38-53 Denmark overwhelmed Ukraine to clinch the top position in Group G. Amalie Langer scored 14 points and made 5 steals to pace the winners. Denmark eked out a 27:26 halftime lead. They followed with a 26:12 run in the second half to seal the win. Frida Formann added 11 points and 13 rebounds for the Danish side. Oksana Fastova (168-PG-99) responded with 19 points for Ukraine.
Group H
Finland - Austria 70-39 Finland cruised past Austria to improve at 2-1 record in Group G. Sara Bejedi (160-G-00) came up with 12 points and 7 steals to lead the winners. Austria enjoyed a 3-point lead after ten minutes. But Finland went on a massive 45:17 second half rally to seal the win. Lotta-Maj Lahtinen (170-G-99) delivered 10 points for the winners. Rebekka Kalaydjiev (168-PG-99) responded with 9 points for Austria.
Israel - Luxembourg 70-57 Israel clinched 3-0 record following a comfortable victory over Luxembourg. Dor Saar (160-PG-99) notched 19 points for the winning side. Israel eked out a 27:25 halftime lead. They used a 25:15 run in the third term to secure a 12-point lead at the final intermission. Israel maintained the lead throughout the final period and raced to the victory. Shir Tirosh (165-PG-99) added 15 points for the winners. Catherine Max (178-F-99) topscored with 17 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists for Luxembourg.
Group I
Norway - Albania 52-41 Norway posted the second straight victory in Group I. They outgunned Albania behind 16 points from Anniken Eika Frey. Norway posted a 14:9 lead after ten minutes. Albania pulled within 2 points at halftime 23:21. Norway used a 15:7 run in the third term to stretch the margin. They never looked back en route to the victory. Ulrikke Bentsen (180-PF-99) delivered 12 points for the winning side. Dajana Baraj (160-PG-99) answered with 12 points and 7 rebounds for Albania.
Division B. Start of Second Stage in Ohrid and Struga - Aug 19, 2015
Group E
Romania - Slovenia 58-62 Slovenia celebrated the opening win in Group E. They nipped Romania for 2-0 record in the ladder. Aleksandra Kroselj (169-PG-99) stepped up with 21 points for the winners. Romania eked out a 32:31 halftime lead. They boosted the gap at 3-point mark at the final intermission. However Slovenia sank 22 points in the fourth term to ice the win. Teja Gorsic (187-C-99) had 11 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Maria Ferariu (178-F-00), Irina Parau, Roberta Salatioan and Maria Tanase (169-PG-99) had 10 points each in the loss.
Sweden - Ireland 80-50 Sweden registered the first win in Group E. They knocked down Ireland to remain undefeated in FYR Macedonia. Klara Lundquist (171-PG-99) posted 27 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the Scandinavian team. Sweden built a 39:25 halftime lead. They held Ireland to just 25 points in the second half and cruised to the victory. Cajsa Uhrstrom (178-F-99) had 12 points for the winners. Louise Scannell (176-F/G-99) responded with 9 points for Ireland.
Group F
Greece - Belarus 45-60 Belarus recorded the first victory at the Second Stage. They knocked down Greece for 2-0 record in Group F. Mariya Vasilevko (183-F/C-99) stepped up with 24 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Belarus jumped to a 23:7 lead after the opening quarter. They went on a 15:4 run in the fourth frame to seal the win. Ksenia Malashko (173-G-00) had 12 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Maria Anastasopoulou (187-C-99) responded with 18 points and 10 rebounds for Greece.
Poland - Lithuania 56-62 Lithuania handed Poland the first defeat at the championship. Both teams are now tied at 1-1 record in Group F. Dalia Donskichyte (165-SG-00) stepped up with 18 points for the winners. Lithuania accumulated a 25:21 halftime lead. They stretched the margin at 11-point mark at the final intermission. Poland unloaded 25 points in the fourth term but could not avoid the defeat. Gabija Segzdaite (165-PG) had 13 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Julia Nielacna (182-F/C-99) responded with 16 points for Poland.
Group G
Switzerland - Ukraine 30-52 Ukraine opened win count in Group G. They rallied past Switzerland for 2-0 record. Kateryna Kononenko (175-SF-99) tossed in 14 points for the winners. Ukraine recorded a 33:11 halftime lead. They maintained the advantage throughout the second half to seal the win. Svitlana Boiarchuk (174-SF-99) delivered 9 points in the victory. Sarah Salman (180-PF-99) responded with 5 points for Switzerland.
Group H
Austria - Israel 28-63 Israel opened win count in Group H. They thumped Austria behind 10 points from Dor Saar (160-PG-99). Israel registered a 36:12 halftime lead. They held Austria to just 16 points in the second half and cruised to the win. Shir Tirosh delivered 9 points in the victory. Anja Knoflach and Bettina Kunz (180-PF-99) had 7 points apiece in the loss.
Luxembourg - Finland 37-73 Finland breezed past Luxembourg in the classification round. Sara Bejedi (160-G-00) and Kia Vaalavirta (172-G-99) posted 12 points and 7 rebounds each to lead the winners. Finland opened a 42:24 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Catherine Max (178-F-99) topscored with 12 points for Luxembourg.
Group I
Scotland - Norway 28-50 Norway celebrated the first victory in Group I. They overcame a slow start to beat Scotland for 1-0 record. Hedwig Johansen (175-G/F-99) provided 13 points and 8 rebounds to pace the winners. Scotland ensured a 17:13 halftime lead. But Norway bounced back with a 37:11 run in the second half to seal the win. Julie Skorpen (162-PG-99) and Maren Mildestvedt (179-F-00) netted 12 points each for the winners. Morven Fraser (182-C-99) responded with 7 points and 8 rebounds for Scotland.
Albania - FYR Macedonia 39-53 FYR Macedonia registered the first victory at the championship. They overcame Albania in Group I opener. Anamarija Shekjeroska (179-F-00) posted 14 points and 19 rebounds to pace the winners. FYR Macedonia posted a 27:21 halftime lead. They held Albania to just 18 points in the second half and raced to the victory. Teodora Kuzmanovska (174-G/F-00) had 11 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Dea Hasanaj (177-F/G-99) responded with 14 points for Albania.
Division B. Day 5 in Ohrid and Struga - Aug 18, 2015
Group A
Romania - Switzerland 66-20 Romania outgunned Switzerland for 3-1 record in Group A. Roberta Salatioan (182-F/C-99) scored 14 points and grabbed 8 rebounds to pace the winners. Romania piled up a 29:9 halftime lead. They went held Switzerland to just 11 points in the second half and raced to the win. Nicoleta Ghita (186-C-00) had 13 points for the winners. Angelica Haas (183-F/C-00) responded with 5 points for Switzerland.
Albania - Sweden 39-103 Sweden finished the preliminary round with a perfect record. They stormed past Albania for 4-0 record on top of Group A. Alice Haegerstand scored 15 points for the winners. Sweden piled up a 49:22 halftime lead. They unloaded 54 points in the second half to cruise to the win. Klara Lundquist (171-PG-99) added 14 points for the winners. Bozhana Zllaticanin and Fatjona Haris responded with 7 points each for Albania.
Group B
Ukraine - Ireland 50-72 Ireland claimed a key victory in Group B. They toppled Ukraine to earn the second position in the ladder. Claire Melia (185-C-99) posted 21 points and 12 rebounds for the Irish team. The teams were tied at 31 at the interval. However Ireland went on a strong 41:19 second half rally to ice the win. Rachel Huijsdens provided 14 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Svitlana Boiarchuk (174-SF-99) responded with 16 points for Ukraine.
Scotland - Bulgaria 29-77 Bulgaria recorded the first victory in Group B. They stormed past Scotland for 1-3 record. Denitsa Petrova (172-G-00) scored 18 points and 6 steals in the win. Bulgaria built a 32:17 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Gergana Ivanova (174-PG-99) posted 13 points in the victory. Ruth Allison (177-SF-00) and Morven Fraser (182-C-99) had 6 points each for Scotland.
Group C
Luxembourg - Norway 33-41 Norway opened win count at the championship. They toppled Luxembourg for 1-3 record in Group C. Maren Mildestvedt (179-F-00) netted 12 points and pulled down 8 rebounds for the winners. Norway accounted for a 17:13 halftime lead. They held Luxembourg to just 20 points in the second half and raced to the win. Julie Skorpen netted 7 points for the winners. Anne Simon (172-G-00) responded with 9 points for Luxembourg.
Austria - Greece 42-59 Greece knocked down Austria for 3-1 record in Group C. Elena Tsineke (174-G/F-99) notched 19 points to pace the Hellenes. Austria claimed a 16:7 lead after ten minutes. Greece denied the deficit in the second frame and tied things up at 23. Greece ignited a 23:7 run in the fourth quarter and sealed the victory. Aikatrini Tsineke (178-F-99) netted 16 points for the winners. Bettina Kunz (180-PF-99) responded with 11 points for Austria.
Group D
FYR Macedonia - Lithuania 28-86 Lithuania thumped FYR Macedonia to gain 3-1 record in Group D. Dalia Donskichyte (165-SG-00) stepped up with 23 points and 7 steals for the Baltic team. Lithuania built a 45:15 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Livija Kaktaite (164-PG-99) delivered 12 points in the victory. Iskra Andonova (174-G/F-99) and Teodora Kuzmanovska replied with 8 points each for FYR Macedonia.
Israel - Belarus 53-69 Belarus claimed the fourth straight victory in Group D. They beat Israel to finish the preliminary round undefeated. Arina Masko (175-G/F-99) posted 25 points and 12 rebounds in the victory. Belarus gained a 32:29 halftime lead. They followed with a 21:10 run in the fourth period and sealed the victory. Ksenia Malashko (173-G-00) netted 17 points and grabbed 9 rebounds for the winners. Dor Saar (160-PG-99) responded with 17 points for Israel.
Division B. Day 4 in Ohrid and Struga - Aug 17, 2015
Group A
Switzerland - Denmark 48-78 Denmark overcame Switzerland for the second victory in Group A. Frida Formann (177-F/G-1) tossed in 24 points to pace the winners. Denmark posted a 34:32 halftime lead. The Scandinavian team boosted the lead at 13-point mark at the final intermission and cruised to the victory in the fourth quarter. Marie Nielsen (176-F/G-00) had 13 points in the win. Laure Margot (172-SF-99) responded with 16 points for Switzerland.
Sweden - Romania 62-38 Sweden thumped Romania to earn the third straight victory in Group A. Klara Lundquist (171-PG-99) posted 12 points and 10 rebounds for the Scandinavian team. Sweden opened a 34:16 halftime lead. They followed with a 16:5 rally in the third term to clear off for good. Felicia Bostrom (174-G/F-99) and Lovisa Hjern (175-G/F-99) had 8 points each for the winners. Maria Ferariu (178-F-00) responded with 13 points for Romania.
Group B
Ireland - Slovenia 71-77 Slovenia claimed the fourth straight victory in Group B. They defeated Ireland for 4-0 record atop the ladder. Aleksandra Kroselj (169-PG-99) stepped up with 28 points to lead the winners. Ireland claimed a 38:37 halftime lead. They boosted the lead at 6-point mark at the final break. But Slovenia responded with a strong 26:14 run in the fourth quarter to snatch the win. Zala Friskovec (176-G-99, agency: Kotnik Sports Agency) had 18 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for Slovenia. Claire Melia (185-C-99) responded with 25 points and 14 rebounds for Ireland.
Bulgaria - Ukraine 46-58 Ukraine posted the second win in Group B. They held off Bulgaria for 2-1 record. Oksana Fastova (168-PG-99) stepped up with 14 points to pace the winners. Bulgaria opened a 20:11 lead after ten minutes. They stayed in front throughout the next two quarters. But Ukraine used a strong 24:3 run in the fourth quarter to snatch the win. Svitlana Boiarchuk (174-SF-99) had 12 points for Ukraine. Katrin Stoichkova (184-F/C-99) responded with 10 points for Bulgaria.
Group C
Greece - Luxembourg 46-44 Greece nipped Luxembourg to climb at 2-1 record in Group C. Elena Tsineke (174-G/F-99) netted 15 points and collected 7 rebounds for the winners. Luxembourg accumulated a 22:20 halftime lead. But Greece responded with a 16:12 rally in the third term to spur ahead. They held Luxembourg to just 10 points in the fourth quarter and rallied to the win. Varvara Mylonaki (182-F/C-99) contributed 13 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Julija Vujakovic answered with 17 points for Luxembourg.
Norway - Poland 29-60 Poland celebrated the fourth straight win in Group C. They stormed past Norway to remain undefeated. Karolina Szydlowska (181-C-99) posted 14 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Poland accumulated a 30:21 halftime lead. They held Norway to just 8 points in the second half and cruised to the victory. Natalia Ryng (182-F-99) had 12 points in the win. Hedwig Johansen (175-G/F-99) responded with 9 points for Norway.
Group D
Belarus - Finland 69-48 Belarus outgunned Finland to improve at 3-0 record on top of Group D. Arina Masko (175-G/F-99) stepped up with 17 points to lead the winners. Belarus opened a 13:5 lead after ten minutes. They went on a 37:23 second half run to ice the victory. Mariya Vasilevko (183-F/C-99) delivered 16 points and 10 rebounds in the winning effort. Kia Vaalavirta (172-G-99) and Lotta-Maj Lahtinen (170-G-99) responded with 11 points apiece for Finland.
Lithuania - Israel 76-60 Lithuania registered the second win in Group D. They held off Israel for 2-1 record. Karolina Kazociunaite (180-F-99) finished with 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Lithuania jumped to a 38:27 halftime lead. They followed with a 38-point effort in the second half to rally to the victory. Livija Sakeviciute (188-PF-99) netted 15 points in the win. Dor Saar (160-PG-99) responded with 20 points for Israel.
Division B. Day 2 in Ohrid and Struga - Aug 16, 2015
Group A
Denmark - Sweden 53-60 Sweden registered the second consecutive victory in FYR Macedonia. They overcame Denmark to stay perfect in Group A. Klara Lundquist (171-PG-99) registered 18 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Sweden trailed by four points after the opening quarter. But they went on a strong 51:40 rally in the next periods to seal the victory. Cajsa Uhrstrom (178-F-99) finished with 10 points for the winners. Amalie Langer and Frida Formann (177-F/G-1) connected for 13 points each for Denmark.
Romania - Albania 113-11 Romania posted the second straight victory in Group A. They thrashed Albania for 2-0 record. Sarah Dumitrescu (180-F-00) scored 18 points, issued 6 assists and grabbed 5 boards for Romania. They recorded a 44:7 halftime lead. Romania sank 69 points in the second half and cruised to the win. Maria Ferariu (178-F-00) posted 16 points and 7 steals for the winners. Ketjona Fekollari (173-G-99) and Nadia Dalipaj (170-PG-99) responded with 4 points each for Albania.
Group B
Slovenia - Bulgaria 75-36 Slovenia registered the third straight victory. They toppled Bulgaria for 3-0 record in Group B. Aleksandra Kroselj (169-PG-99) came up with 20 points and 7 steals in the victory. Slovenia accumulated a 39:11 halftime lead. Slovenia maintained the lead throughout the second half and cruised to the win. Zala Friskovec (176-G-99, agency: Kotnik Sports Agency) and Gala Kramzar (163-PG-99) netted 10 points each for the winners. Yanina Todorova (173-F-99) responded with 10 points and 10 rebounds for Bulgaria.
Ukraine - Scotland 70-34 Ukraine coasted past Scotland for the first victory in Group B. Svitlana Boiarchuk (174-SF-99) and Oksana Fastova (168-PG-99) netted 14 points apiece for the winning side. Ukraine established a 35:15 halftime lead. Ukraine never looked back en route to the victory. Leah Stewart (175-SG-99) responded with 9 points and 7 rebounds for Scotland.
Group C
Poland - Greece 57-50 Anna Makurat (174-PG-00) tallied 13 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists as Poland outgunned Greece. Poland accumulated a 32:23 halftime lead. Poland stretched the margin at 15-point mark at the final break. Greece cut the deficit in the fourth frame but could not avoid the defeat. Karolina Matkowska (170-PG-99) had 13 points for the winners. Maria Anastasopoulou (187-C-99) replied with 15 points and 12 rebounds for Greece.
Luxembourg - Austria 54-28 Luxembourg posted the first victory in Group C. They topped Austria for 1-1 record in the ladder. Julija Vujakovic (177-SF-99) came up with 15 points to pace the winners. Luxembourg went on a 19:0 run in the third term to clear off for good. Anne Simon (172-G-00) had 10 points for the winners. Rebekka Kalaydijev responded with 10 points for Austria.
Group D
Israel - FYR Macedonia 69-36 Israel earned the second victory in Group D. They fired past FYR Macedonia to stay on top of the ladder. Shirel Berman (162-SG-99) recorded 22 points and 6 steals for the winners. Israel piled up a 41:20 halftime lead. They never looked back afterwards marching to the win. Shir Tirosh notched 13 points in the victory. Iskra Andonova (174-G/F-99) responded with 7 points for FYR Macedonia.
Finland - Lithuania 51-79 Lithuania overcame Finland to gain the first victory in Group D. Klaudija Serkeviciute (169-PG-99) stepped up with 18 points to lead the Baltic team. Lithuania piled up a 39:19 halftime lead. They followed with a 22:14 run in the fourth frame to seal the win. Karolina Kazociunaite (180-F-99) netted 14 points for the winners. Kia Vaalavirta (172-G-99) replied with 16 points and 7 rebounds for Finland.
Division B. Day 2 in Ohrid and Struga - Aug 15, 2015
Group A
Albania - Denmark 12-112 Denmark eased past Albania to gain 1-1 record in Group A. Marie Nielsen (176-F/G-00) scored 18 points to pace the Danish team. They opened a 50:5 halftime lead and cruised to the victory in the second half. Emilie Baek (170-PG-99) tossed in 14 points for the winners. Bozhana Zllaticanin (170-PG-99) responded with 7 points for Albania.
Sweden - Switzerland 77-27 Sweden recorded the first victory at the championship. They overwhelmed Switzerland for 1-0 record in Group A. Klara Lundqvist posted 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Sweden jumped to a 21:2 lead after ten minutes. They used a strong 42:11 second half run to seal the victory. Sonja Hahne (178-F-99) scored 13 points for the winners. Laure Margot (172-SF-99) responded with 5 points for Switzerland.
Group B
Bulgaria - Ireland 46-61 Ireland knocked down Bulgaria for the second straight victory in Group B. Claire Melia (185-C-99) posted 18 points, 19 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the Irish side. Ireland recorded a comfortable 30:20 halftime lead. They followed with a 19:10 run in the fourth quarter to ice the win. Louise Scannell (176-F/G-99) had 14 points in the victory. Gergana Ivanova (174-PG-99) and Gergana Gorunova (184-F/C-99) responded with 7 points each for Bulgaria.
Scotland - Slovenia 26-117
Group C
Austria - Poland 33-56 Poland outgunned Austria to improve at 2-0 record on top of Group C. Julia Nielacna (182-F/C-99) finished with 14 points to lead the winners. Poland accumulated a 31:23 halftime lead. Poland extended the gap at 13-point mark at the final break and marched to the victory. Anna Makurat (174-PG-00) netted 13 points in the win. Rebekka Kalaydjiev (168-PG-99) responded with 10 points for Austria.
Greece - Norway 44-18 Greece recorded the first victory in Struga. They thumped Norway for 1-0 record in Group C. Maria Anastasopoulou (187-C-99) accounted for 11 points and 13 rebounds in the victory. Greece held Norway scoreless in the first period to take 10:0 lead. Greece went on a 15:0 run in the third term to open a 25-point lead heading into the fourth frame and cruised to the victory. Georgia Tsichlaki (183-F/C-99) notched 8 points and 8 rebounds in the win. Julie Skorpen (162-PG-99) responded with 9 points for Norway.
Group D
Lithuania - Belarus 69-80 Belarus celebrated the second straight victory in FYR Macedonia. They fired past Lithuania to earn 2-0 record in Group D. Ksenia Malashko (173-G-00) posted 18 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the winners. Belarus built a 31:28 halftime lead. They unloaded 31 points in the third term to take a 13-point lead. Lithuania could not overcome the deficit and had to surrender at the end. Arina Masko (175-G/F-99) contributed 15 points for the winners. Dalia Donskichyte (165-SG-00) responded with 16 points and 12 steals for Lithuania.
FYR Macedonia - Finland 35-72
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