Eurobasket.com All-European Championships U16 Awards 2017 - Aug 15, 2017
Eurobasket.com All-European Championships U16 1st Team 2017
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Best Player: Zoe Wadoux (178-F-01) of France Best Guard: Ilaria Panzera (172-SG-02) of Italy Best Forward: Emily Bessoir (192-PF-01) of Germany Best Center: Zoe Wadoux (178-F-01) of France
France - Hungary 63-55 France earned the title in Bourges. The hosts outgunned Hungary in the championship game tonight. Zoe Wadoux (178-F-01) came up with 22 points to lead les Bleues. Hungary jumped to a 13:8 lead after ten minutes. But France went on an 18:11 run in the second term to ensure a 26:24 halftime lead. France fueled a 23:13 run in the third term to ensure a double-digit advantage. Hungary cut the distance in the fourth period but France held on to clinch Gold medals. Iliana Rupert (193-C-01) delivered 18 points and 10 rebounds in the victory. Reka Dombai (179-F-02) answered with 16 points for Hungary.
3-4 Place
Italy - Latvia 48-42 Italy stepped onto the pedestal in Bourges. They clinched the Bronze following a narrow win over Latvia in the consolation final. Alessandra Orsili (167-PG-01) netted 14 points and grabbed 9 rebounds for the winners. Italy eked out a 21:20 halftime lead. They held Latvia to just 22 points in the second half and rolled to the victory. Caterina Gilli (181-SF-02) and Giulia Natali (176-G-02) netted 7 points each for the winners. Jete Nulle (168-PG-01) answered with 13 points for Latvia.
5-6 Place
Spain - Germany 54-49 Helena Pueyo (182-F-01) posted 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists to lead Spain past Germany. Germany jumped to a 30:23 halftime lead. Spain however went on a 19:9 run in the third term to surge ahead. They held Germany to just 10 points in the fourth quarter to roll to the win. Raquel Carrera (188-C-01) netted 11 points and collected 11 boards in the victory. Emily Bessoir (192-PF-01) produced 13 points and 13 rebounds for Germany.
7-8 Place
Poland - Russia 70-85 Russia outgunned Poland in the clash for the 7th place. Veronika Pavliuchenko (184-F/C-01) tallied 20 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Russia grabbed a 26:16 lead ten minutes into the game. They went on a 22:7 run in the third period to clear off for good. Alexandra Andrushchenko (180-F-01) netted 17 points in the victory. Weronika Hipp (166-PG-01) led all scorers with 31 points for Poland.
9-10 Place
Czech Republic - Croatia 65-49 Czech Republic held off Croatia behind 18 points from Kristyna Holubcova (175-G/F-01). Czech Republic accounted for a 36:30 halftime lead. They held Croatia to just 19 points in the second half and marched to the win. Simona Fiserova (181-F-02) netted 10 points for the winners. Ana Mandic (180-F-01) delivered 12 points for Croatia.
11-12 Place
Turkey - Serbia 74-57 Turkey finished 11th in Bourges. They ended up beating Serbia today. Goksen Fitik (170-SG-01) scored 20 points to lead the winners. Turkey posted a 22:14 lead after ten minutes. They went on a 41:30 run in the second half to seal the win. Zeynep Gul had 15 points for Turkey. Nikolina Deuric (178-G/F-01, agency: BeoBasket) and Marta Mitrovic (184-F/C-02) answered with 12 points each for Serbia.
13-14 Place
Holland - Lithuania 67-59 Netherlands secured their Division A stay as they edged Lithuania in the decisive battle. Maaike Can Zeijl delivered 21 points to lead the Dutch team. Lithuania led by two points at the big break 29:31. But Netherlands took over in the second half. They went on a 23:15 run in the fourth term to snatch the win. Emy Hayford (175-G/F-01) netted 15 points for Netherlands. Simona Visockaite (185-C-02) had 19 points and 16 rebounds for the Baltic team.
15-16 Place
Romania - Belarus 33-57 Belarus capped their campaign with victory. They thumped Romania to claim the 15th place. Iryna Venskaya (168-PG-02) tallied 17 points to lead the winners. Belarus piled up a 32:14 halftime lead. They controlled the tempo in the second half and raced to the win. Yana Haliakova (184-F-01) had 8 points in the victory. Laura Vaida (192-C-01) topscored with 11 points and 11 rebounds for Romania.
Hungary and France enter Final in Bourges - Aug 11, 2017
Semifinals
Hungary - Latvia 63-45 Hungary outgunned Latvia to ensure the championship game birth. Reka Manyoky (183-SG-01) stepped up with 14 points in the win. Hungary accumulated a 33:21 halftime lead. They held Latvia to only 24 points in the second half to march to the win. Nora Wentzel (178-F-01) chipped in 12 points in the victory. Ketija Vihmane (169-G-01) tossed in 12 points for Latvia.
Italy - France 57-74 France advanced into the championship game in Bourges. They edged Italy in the semifinal game. Iliana Rupert (193-C-01) netted 17 points and grabbed 14 rebounds in the win. France eked out a 32:31 halftime lead. However they stepped on the gas in the second half. They went on a 42:26 run after the big break and rolled to the victory. Marine Fauthoux (173-G-01) had 17 points in the win. Ilaria Panzera (172-SG-02) topscored with 19 points and 10 boards for the Azzurri.
5-8 Place
Spain - Poland 79-61 Anna Gamarra (187-C-01) scored 17 points to lead Spain past Poland. Spain dominated in the first half. They built an unassailable 54:24 halftime lead. Poland narrowed the gap in the second half but could not threaten their opponents. Raquel Carrera had 13 points and 12 boards in the win. Magdalena Szulc (182-F/C-01) tossed in 12 points and collected 13 rebounds in the loss.
Russia - Germany 52-53 Germany nipped Russia in the classification game. Pauline Mayer (168-PG-01) stepped up with 18 points to lead the winners. Germany posted a 33:20 halftime lead. They boosted the margin at 16-point mark at the final intermission. Russia ignited a 23:8 rally in the fourth frame but could not avoid the loss. Nina Rosemeyer (186-G-01) accounted for 8 points in the victory. Veronika Pavliuchenko (184-F/C-01) tossed in 14 points for Russia.
9-12 Place
Croatia - Serbia 59-57 Croatia narrowly edged Serbia in the classification round. Viktorija Curic (185-C-01) recorded 22 points and 10 boards to lead the winners. Serbia claimed a 41:27 halftime lead. But Croatia pulled within 7 points at the final break. They went on a 19:10 run in the fourth frame to snatch the win. Nika Muhl (177-PG-01) had 14 points, 9 boards and 6 assists in the victory. Nadezda Nedeljkov (171-SG-01, agency: BeoBasket) had 22 points for Serbia.
Turkey - Czech Republic 61-66 Czech Republic outscored Turkey in the classification round. Kristyna Holubcova (175-G/F-01) had 16 points to lead the effort. Czech Republic eked out a 36:34 halftime lead. They went on an 18:12 run in the third term to boost the gap. Turkey cut the distance in the fourth period but failed to save the game. Hana Kolegarova (183-F/C-01) chipped in 9 points for the winners. Elif Bayram (181-F-01) netted 15 points for Turkey.
13-16 Place
Belarus - Lithuania 62-66 Lithuania claimed a vital win in the relegation round as they beat Belarus. Audrone Zdaneviciute (167-PG-03) had 14 points to lead the Baltic side. Lithuania registered a 39:30 halftime lead. Belarus pulled within two points at the final intermission. But Lithuania held their opponents to just 10 points in the fourth frame and raced to the win. Brigita Sinickaite (174-SG-01) chipped in 12 points for the winners. Iryna Venskaya (168-PG-02) replied with 15 points and 10 steals for Belarus.
Holland - Romania 69-57 Netherlands defeated Romania to stay hopeful in their quest to stay in Division A. Emy Hayford (175-G/F-01) scored 21 points to lead the winners. Netherlands recorded a 38:29 halftime lead. Netherlands used a 16:8 run in the third term to clear off for good. Lotte Sant (184-PF-01) netted 19 points in the win. Laura Vaida (192-C-01) answered with 21 points and 18 rebounds for Romania.
Latvia, France, Hungary and Italy enter semifinals in Bourges - Aug 9, 2017
Quarterfinals
Latvia - Germany 62-58 Latvia held off Germany to advance into the quarterfinal stage. Laura Meldere (188-F/C-01) posted 20 points and 9 caroms for the Baltic team. Germany dominated in the first half. They established a 40:29 halftime lead. But Latvia turned the tables in the second half. They stiffened defensively limiting Germany to just 18 points and rallying to the win. Ketija Vihmane (169-G-01) had 12 points for the winners. Elea Gaba (187-PF-01) replied with 19 points for Germany.
Poland - France 42-76 France gave no chance to Poland in the quarterfinal clash. Zoe Wadoux (178-F-01) provided 19 points to lead les Bleues. France used a 28:11 run in the second term to open a comfortable 47:26 halftime lead. France limited Poland to only 16 points in the second half to rally to the victory. Iliana Rupert (193-C-01) finished with 14 points and 9 boards in the win. Weronika Hipp produced 11 points for Poland.
Russia - Hungary 56-62 Hungary raced past Russia into the semifinal stage. Nora Wentzel (178-F-01) had 19 points and 7 rebounds in the victory. Russia enjoyed a narrow 31:30 halftime lead. They maintained the lead throughout the third term. But Hungary fueled a 21:14 run in the fourth quarter to sneak past their opponents. Reka Dombai (179-F-02) had 17 points and 10 rebounds in the win. Veronika Pavliuchenko (184-F/C-01) answered with 17 points and 12 rebounds for Russia.
Spain - Italy 49-50 Italy snatched a narrow win over Spain to advance into the semifinal stage. Ilaria Panzera (172-SG-02) produced 19 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Spain grabbed a 27:25 halftime lead. Italy denied the deficit in the third term. The Azzurri eked out a 35:34 advantage heading into the fourth quarter. The teams went neck and neck throughout the final term but Italy managed to snatch a tough win at the end. Caterina Gilli (181-SF-02) had 11 points and 23 rebounds for the winners. Helena Pueyo (182-F-01) had 22 points for Spain.
9-16 Place
Serbia - Lithuania 71-42 Serbia defeated Lithuania in the classification round clash. Nadezda Nedeljkov (171-SG-01, agency: BeoBasket) scored 25 points to lead the winners. Serbia used a strong 26:9 run in the third term to clear off for good in this one. Nikolina Deuric (178-G/F-01, agency: BeoBasket) delivered 11 points and 11 rebounds in the victory. Simona Visockaite (185-C-02) responded with 17 points and 12 rebounds for the Baltic side.
Croatia - Belarus 61-43 Croatia overcame Belarus in the classification round. Mia Vuksic (178-SG-01) produced 14 points to lead the winners. Belarus took a 7:6 lead after a low-scoring first frame. But Croatia gradually picked up the tempo. They sank 39 points in the second half and got away with the win. Bruna Obratov (184-F/C-01) delivered 12 points for the winners. Iryna Venskaya (168-PG-02) netted 13 points for Belarus.
Czech Republic - Romania 70-28 Czech Republic thumped Romania in the classification round. Simona Fiserova (181-F-02) produced 13 points to lead the charge. Czech Republic accounted for a 33:13 halftime lead. They held Romania to just 15 points in the second half to ease to the victory. Hana Kolegarova (183-F/C-01) and Tereza Halatkova (180-F-01) had 10 points each for the winners. Laura Vaida (192-C-01) netted 8 points for Romania.
Holland - Turkey 66-74 OT Turkey survived an overtime thriller versus Netherlands to come out as winners in the classification round clash. Goksen Fitik (170-SG-01) produced 15 points and 8 rebounds in the victory. Turkey jumped to a 22:8 lead after ten minutes. But Netherlands used a 24:8 rally in the fourth term to force overtime. Turkey responded with a 12:4 run in the extra period to secure the victory. Zeynep Gul had 14 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists in the win. Emy Hayford (175-G/F-01) responded with 20 points for Netherlands.
Review of Round of 16 in Bourges - Aug 8, 2017
Latvia - Serbia 61-47 Latvia crushed Serbia to advance into the quarterfinal stage. Laura Meldere (188-F/C-01) recorded 27 points and 17 rebounds for the Baltic side. Latvia established a 32:23 halftime lead. They sank 29 points in the second half to rally to the victory. Ketija Vihmane (169-G-01) netted 11 points in the win. Nadezda Nedeljkov (171-SG-01, agency: BeoBasket) replied with 11 points for Serbia.
Czech Republic - Poland 50-57 Poland advanced into the quarterfinal stage as they topped Czech Republic. Wiktoria Kuczynska (166-PG-01) posted 16 points and 6 rebounds in the win. Poland accumulated a 34:19 halftime lead. Czech Republic narrowed the deficit in the second half but Poland withheld the challenge and drove to the win. Weronika Hipp (166-PG-01) accounted for 11 points in the victory. Adela Burtova (166-PG-01) scored 12 points for Czech Republic.
France - Romania 68-25 France thumped Romania en route to the quarterfinal stage. Iliana Rupert (193-C-01) and Marie Pardon (175-G/F-01) scored 12 points each for the hosts. France established a 26:13 halftime lead. They followed with a 42:12 run in the second half to march to the victory. Kendra Chery (184-F/C-01) and Drame Binta (169-PG-02) tossed in 10 points each in the win. Ana Glisici (160-PG-01) provided 10 points for Romania.
Germany - Lithuania 73-47 Germany prevailed against Lithuania in Round of 16 clash. Emily Bessoir (192-PF-01) notched 23 points and 15 rebounds for the winning side. Germany accumulated a 34:19 halftime advantage. They poured in 39 points in the second half to ease to the win. Meret Kleine-Beek (186-C-01) dropped 12 points for the winners. Brigita Sinickate chipped in 14 points for Lithuania.
Italy - Turkey 70-66 Italy overcame Turkey to remain in the title hunt in Bourges. Alessandra Orsili (167-PG-01) delivered 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists in the victory. Italy piled up a 39:31 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 15-point mark at the final intermission. Turkey erupted for 29 points in the fourth quarter but could not avoid the defeat. Ilaria Panzera (172-SG-02) had 12 points for the winners. Goksen Fitik (170-SG-01) chipped in 23 points for Turkey.
Hungary - Belarus 64-41 Hungary trounced Belarus to advance into the quarterfinal stage. Eszter Madar (185-C-02) produced 11 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Hungary accumulated a 37:14 halftime lead. They limited Belarus to just 27 points in the second half and marched to the win. Zita Vari (174-G-01) chipped in 8 points for the winners. Yuliya Vasilevich (165-PG-01) netted 11 points for Belarus.
Russia - Croatia 76-66 Veronika Pavliuchenko (184-F/C-01), Anstasiia Bobrik and Anna Kuznetsova (175-G/F-01) scored 17 points each to lead Russia past Croatia. Russia secured a 38:33 halftime lead. They outscored their opponents in the next two quarters to roll to the victory. Nika Muhl (177-PG-01) had 15 points, 10 assists and 7 rebounds for Croatia.
Spain - Holland 68-30 Spain coasted past Netherlands in Round of 16 clash. Raquel Carrera (188-C-01) posted 19 points and 8 boards in the victory. Spain held Netherlands to just 15 points in the first half to take a 13-point lead. They sank 40 points in the second half to ease to the victory. Marta Garcia (189-C-02) had 10 points in the win. Maaike Van Zeijl (188-F-01) replied with 8 points for Netherlands.
Round of 16 set in Bourges - Aug 6, 2017
Group A
Spain - Russia 57-44 Spain cruised past Russia for the third straight win in Group A. Raquel Carrera (188-C-01) accounted for 17 points and 14 rebounds in the win. Spain recorded a 17:6 run in the first term. They ignited a 20:9 run in the third term to clear off for good. Hermosa Nerea (194-C-01) had 10 points in the win. Veronika Pavliuchenko (184-F/C-01) tossed in 10 points for Russia.
Poland - Lithuania 68-65 Poland finished the preliminary round on a high note. They held off Lithuania for 1-2 record. Weronika Hipp (166-PG-01) stepped up with 20 points for the winners. Lithuania established a 35:33 halftime lead. Poland held Lithuania to just 30 points in the second half to race to the victory. Wiktoria Kuczynska (166-PG-01) had 13 points in the win. Brigita Sinickaite (174-SG-01) answered with 19 points for Lithuania.
Group B
Holland - Croatia 55-51 Netherlands held off Croatia to open win count in Group B. Lotte Sant (184-PF-01) tossed in 17 points for the Dutch team. Croatia ensured a 29:24 halftime lead. Netherlands went on an 18:9 run in the third quarter to spur ahead. They protected the lead throughout the final term and raced to the win. Maaike Van Zeijl (188-F-01) had 9 points in the victory. Nika Muhi accumulated 15 points and 9 assists for Croatia.
Czech Republic - Germany 46-68 Germany outgunned Czech Republic for the third consecutive win in Bourges. Emily Bessoir (192-PF-01) produced 18 points, 21 rebounds and 6 blocks in the victory. Germany accumulated a 35:18 halftime lead. They protected the lead throughout the second half and rallied to the win. Elea Gaba (187-PF-01) had 15 points and 13 rebounds in the victory. Andrea Ondrouskova (175-G/F-01) chipped in 11 points for Czech Republic.
Group C
Italy - Hungary 49-55 Barbara Angyal scored 14 points to lead Hungary past Italy in Bourges. Italy secured a 14:7 run at the first break. But Hungary turned things around late in regulation. They went on a strong 23:11 run in the fourth quarter to secure the win. Zita Vari (174-G-01) had 10 points in the victory. Caterina Gilli (181-SF-02) replied with 9 points and 11 rebounds for the Azzurri.
Romania - Serbia 45-82 Serbia snapped two-game losing skid and edged Romania in Group C. Nadezda Nedeljkov (171-SG-01, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 15 points for the winners. Serbia dominated from start to finish. They registered a 43:25 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Nikolina Deuric (178-G/F-01, agency: BeoBasket) had 14 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Anamaria Pop (170-PG-02) nailed 13 points for Romania.
Group D
Belarus - Turkey 59-75 Turkey overcame Belarus to gain the first win in Group D. Elif Bayram (181-F-01) secured 19 points and 18 rebounds in the victory. Turkey established a 40:31 halftime advantage. They held Belarus to just 28 points in the second half to march to the win. Nisa Yalchin tossed in 12 points in the victory. Yuliya Vasilevich (165-PG-01) had 14 points and 7 rebounds for Belarus.
France - Latvia 68-45 France cruised to the third straight win in Group D. They stormed past Latvia to enter the Round of 16 undefeated. Kendra Chery (184-F/C-01) provided 25 points and 7 rebounds for les Bleues. France secured a 38:25 halftime lead. They went on a 23:7 rally in the third quarter and eased to the victory. Zoe Wadoux (178-F-01) had 12 points in the win. Raivita Korenika (180-G-01) banked in 9 points for Latvia.
Division B. Denmark capture title in Skopje - Aug 26, 2017
FINAL
Denmark - Belgium 74-73 Denmark conquered Division B title. They nipped Belgium in the championship game tonight. Malene Pedersen (176-G-01) notched 20 points to pace the Scandinavian team. Denmark went on a 26:10 run in the second quarter to take a 16-point halftime lead. Belgium sank 26 points in the third term to pull within 8 points at the final break. They added 24 points in the fourth frame but Denmark survived the challenge and captured the trophy. Caroline Gylstroff (178-F-01) accounted for 17 points in the win. Maxuella Lisowa-Mbaka (178-PF-01) replied with 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for Belgium.
3-4 Place
Ukraine - Greece 36-53 Germany captured Bronze medals in Division B. They stormed past Ukraine to clinch the third position and therefore Division A promotion. Danai Papadopoulou (193-C-03) accounted for 16 points in the win. Greece accumulated a 25:16 halftime lead. They held Ukraine to just 20 points in the second half and eased to a crucial victory. Eleni Bosgana (189-SF-03) had 8 points in the win. Veronika Kosmach (178-SG-01) notched 14 points and 8 boards for Ukraine.
5-6 Place
Portugal - Finland 46-63 Finland outgunned Portugal to clinch the fifth position in Skopje. Awak Kuier (194-C-01) tallied 11 points, 16 rebounds and 7 blocks for the winning team. Finland piled up a 28:15 halftime advantage. They kept Portugal at distance throughout the second half and secured the win. Janette Aarnio (178-F-02) produced 10 points for Finland. Natalia Santos (180-F-02) netted 12 points for Portugal.
7-8 Place
Sweden - Bosnia 58-54 Sweden victoriously finished their campaign in Skopje. They held off Bosnia to end up in the seventh position. Tova Sabel (176-F/G-01) stepped up with 24 points to lead the charge. Sweden and Bosnia were tied at 28 heading into the second half. They ignited a 30:26 rally after the long break to seal the win. Rebecka Ekstrom (173-G-01) and Fanny Hahne (172-G-01) had 6 points each for the winners. Dragana Zubac (179-PG-01) delivered 16 points for Bosnia.
9-10 Place
Ireland - Israel 54-66 Israel knocked down Ireland to secure the ninth position in Skopje. Lior Garzon (183-PF-01) connected for 20 points in the victory. Israel overcame an 8-point deficit after the opening period to take a 29:27 halftime lead. They followed with a 17:6 run in the third term to clear off for good. Danielle Karsh (175-SF-01) produced 14 points for the winners. Katie Walshe (178-F-01) fired 21 points for Ireland.
11-12 Place
Switzerland - Slovenia 47-53 Slovenia claimed the 11th position at the tournament following a narrow win over Switzerland. Dunja Novovic (165-SG-01) had 16 points to lead the winning side. Switzerland enjoyed a 12:9 lead ten minutes into the game. But Slovenia surged ahead in the second term. They ensured a 26:18 halftime lead. Slovenia stayed in front throughout the second half and rolled to the win. Lea Debeljak had 8 points in the victory. Emma Chardon (189-SF-02) netted 11 points and grabbed 7 rebounds for Switzerland.
13-14 Place
Luxembourg - Bulgaria 47-51 Bulgaria finished 13th at the championship as they beat Luxembourg. Hristiyana Nikolova (180-SF-01) posted 15 points to lead the winners. Luxembourg recorded a 23:19 halftime lead. But Bulgaria stiffened defensively in the second half. They held their opponents to just 24 points and raced to the win. Iliyana Georgieva (180-F-03) delivered 13 points in the victory. Tanja De Rond (186-C-01) netted 21 points and collected 9 rebounds for Luxembourg.
15-16 Place
Estonia - Slovakia 50-38 Estonia wrapped up their campaign with a comfortable win over Slovakia. Asi Anna-Gret (172-G-02) accounted for 15 points in the win. Estonia eked out a 19:16 halftime lead. They stretched the margin at 8-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the win. Ivetta-Elizaveta Okuneva (167-G-02) had 13 points in the victory. Tereza Podhradska (190-C-02) notched 16 points and 9 caroms for Slovakia.
17-18 Place
FYR Macedonia - United Kingdom 53-50 FYR Macedonia nipped Great Britain to earn the 17th overall position at the championship. Marija Dimitrijevic (172-G-03) accounted for 22 points to lead the charge. Great Britain accumulated a 17:8 lead ten minutes into the game. But FYR Macedonia went on a 21:9 run in the second term to take a 29:26 halftime advantage. FYR Macedonia used a 14:9 run in the fourth quarter to ice the win. Ilina Selcova (170-PG-02) had 10 points in the victory. Loren Christie (184-C-01) answered with 14 points and 16 rebounds for Great Britain.
19-20 Place
Norway - Iceland 41-50 Iceland overcame Norway to earn the 19th position. Asta Grimsdottir (180-F-01) accounted for 15 points and 9 boards in the win. Iceland eked out a 28:26 halftime lead. They went on an 11:3 run in the fourth frame to snatch the victory. Sigrun Olafsdottir (170-G-01) had 13 points for the winners. Kari Kyrkjebo (180-F-01) answered with 13 points and 14 rebounds for Norway.
21-22 Place
Moldova - Albania 36-69 Albania knocked down Moldova to earn the 21st position at the tournament. Klea Verri (169-SG-01) notched 27 points to lead the winners. Albania accumulated a 36:18 halftime lead. Albania followed with a 33:18 run in the second half to ice the win. Joana Meco (175-G-01) produced 20 points, 7 assists and 6 rebounds in the victory. Milena Chiruta (173-SG-01) replied with 18 points and 11 rebounds for Moldova.
Division B. Belgium and Denmark reach Final in Skopje - Aug 25, 2017
SEMIFINALS
Belgium - Greece 70-63 Belgium defeated Greece en route to the championship game in Skopje. Sam Van Buggenhout (175-F-01) posted 22 points to pace the winners as they clinched Division A promotion with the win. Belgium recorded a 23:19 lead after ten minutes. They extended the margin at 7-point mark at the interval 40:33. Greece pulled as close as 3 points at the final intermission. But Belgium held their opponents to just 11 points in the fourth quarter and raced to a crucial win. Maxuella Lisowa-Mbaka (178-PF-01) provided 15 points and 15 rebounds for the winners. Ioanna Chatzileonti (184-PF-02) had 19 points, while Christina Anastasopoulou (178-SG-02) had 18 points and 13 rebounds in the loss.
Ukraine - Denmark 38-54 Denmark punched Division A ticket. They fired past Ukraine in the semifinal clash to secure both Final and Division A qualification. Malene Pedersen (176-G-01) produced 17 points to lead the Scandinavian team. Denmark dominated throughout the first half. They registered a 31:13 halftime lead. Ukraine cut the deficit at 14-point mark at the final break. But Denmark held their opponents to just 12 points in the fourth quarter and sealed the victory. Katrine Jessen (187-G-01) produced 15 points and 13 rebounds for the Danish team. Viktoriia Rostotska (184-C-02) replied with 15 points for Ukraine.
Division B. Greece, Belgium, Denmark and Ukraine enter semifinals - Aug 24, 2017
Quarterfinals
Greece - Bosnia 52-44 Greece outscored Bosnia to enter the semifinal stage in Skopje. Ioanna Chatzileonti (184-PF-02) netted 19 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in the win. Bosnia eked out a 27:25 halftime lead. But Greece used a 27:17 run in the second half to drive to the victory. Evangelia Kontrafouri (184-F-01) netted 15 points and collected 15 rebounds in the win. Dragana Zubac (179-PG-01) replied with 13 points and 7 rebounds for Bosnia.
Belgium - Finland 65-64 Belgium defeated Finland en route to the semifinal stage in Skopje. Maxuella Lisowa-Mbaka (178-PF-01) delivered 36 points and 15 rebounds in the victory. Belgium eked out a 27:26 halftime lead. They stretched the gap at 4-point mark at the final intermission. Finland cut the distance in the fourth quarter but came up short at the end. Sam Van Bugg had 13 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Awak Kuier (194-C-01) banked in 25 points and grabbed 11 rebounds for Finland.
Denmark - Sweden 60-43 Denmark overcame Sweden in the Scandinavian clash at the quarterfinal stage. Malene Pedersen (176-G-01) provided 14 points in the victory. Denmark established a 29:20 halftime advantage. They went on a 20:10 run in the fourth quarter to ice the victory. Katrine Jessen (187-G-01) netted 10 points and collected 11 rebounds for the winners. Tova Sabel (176-F/G-01) came up with 13 points for Sweden.
Portugal - Ukraine 64-67 Ukraine snatched a narrow win over Portugal to reach the semifinal stage in Skopje. Veronika Kosmach (178-SG-01) produced 28 points to lead the winners. Portugal recorded a 36:29 halftime lead. Ukraine responded with a 27:12 run in the third quarter to spur ahead. Portugal narrowed the gap in the fourth frame but could not avoid the loss. Vladyslava Kiba (176-SF-02) produced 17 points and 8 boards in the victory. Joana Lopes (176-G-01) answered with 20 points and 11 rebounds for Portugal.
Division B. Day 5 in Skopje - Aug 23, 2017
Group A
Norway - Bulgaria 61-52 Norway finished preliminary round on a high note. They held off Bulgaria to record the initial win in Group A. Sarah Adekoya (180-F-01) recorded 17 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge. Bulgaria posted a 26:12 lead after ten minutes. But Norway responded with a 39:17 run in the next two periods to spur ahead. They held Bulgaria to just 9 points in the fourth frame and sealed the win. Kari Kyrkjebo (180-F-01) netted 16 points and grabbed 15 rebounds in the victory. Hristiyana Nikolova (180-SF-01) netted 14 points and made 6 steals for Bulgaria.
Finland - Portugal 48-51 Portugal finished preliminary round in Skppje undefeated. They nipped Finland for the fourth straight win in Group A. Mariana Carvalho (175-G-01) delivered 15 points and 7 rebounds in the win. Portugal eked out a 26:24 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 4-point mark heading into the final period and hung on to snatch the win at the end. Natalia Santos (180-F-02) had 9 points for the winners. Awak Kuier (194-C-01) replied with 14 points and 16 rebounds for Finland.
Group B
Ireland - Ukraine 46-68 Ukraine clinched the second position in Group B after they fired past Ireland. Myroslava Topchyi (176-F-01) and Vladyslava Kiba (176-SF-02) netted 20 points apiece in the win. Ireland enjoyed an 18:6 lead after ten minutes. However Ukraine went on a strong 30:7 rally in the fourth frame to secure the win. Viktoriia Rostotska (184-C-02) had 16 points and 12 rebounds in the victory. Katie Williamson (183-F/C-01) replied with 17 points and 10 rebounds for Ireland.
Moldova - Slovenia 18-96 Slovenia knocked down Moldova to gain the third win in Group B. Nika Horvat (185-C-01) accounted for 19 points in the winning case. Slovenia established a 58:10 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Ajda Burgar (176-SG-01) had 15 points and 8 boards in the victory. Milena Chiruta (173-SG-01) replied with 11 points for Moldova.
FYR Macedonia - Belgium 57-94 Belgium clinched the fifth straight win in Group B crushing the hosts. Sam Van Buggenhout (175-F-01) delivered 22 points, 7 assists and 6 rebounds to pace the winners. Belgium recorded a 47:31 halftime lead. They maintained the lead throughout the second half and marched to the win. Maxuella Lisowa-Mbaka (178-PF-01) had 15 points in the victory. Tijana Mitreva (174-PG-01) responded with 16 points for FYR Macedonia.
Group C
Greece - Sweden 99-33 Greece marched past Sweden to capture the fourth straight win at the tournament. Ioanna Krimili (175-PF-01) netted 16 points, grabbed 8 rebounds and issued 6 assists for the Hellenes. Greece accumulated a 47:19 halftime lead. They added 52 points in the second half to ease to the victory. Ioanna Chatzileonti (184-PF-02) had 15 points in the win. Tova Sabel (176-F/G-01) chipped in 11 points for Sweden.
Luxembourg - Israel 29-84 Israel overcame Luxembourg for 2-2 record in Group C. Lior Garzon (183-PF-01) notched 14 points to pace the winners. Israel accumulated a 45:16 halftime advantage. They cruised to the victory in the second half. Emmanuelle Schnitzer (163-PG-01) notched 12 points for the winners. Kim Sowa (175-G-01) tallied 9 points for Luxembourg.
Group D
Denmark - Switzerland 58-44 Denmark wrapped up preliminary round undefeated. They topped Switzerland for the fifth straight win at the tournament. Malene Pedersen (176-G-01) netted 12 points for the winners. Denmark recorded a 36:23 halftime lead. They held Switzerland to 21 points in the second half and raced to the win. Julianna Okosun (192-C-01) had 11 points and 12 rebounds for Denmark. Emma Chardon (189-SF-02) replied with 12 points and 10 rebounds for Switzerland.
Bosnia - United Kingdom 56-43 Bosnia earned the fourth victory in the preliminary round as they held off Great Britain. Marija Keseljevic (157-G-01) had 16 points and 7 steals in the win. Bosnia clinched a 27:13 halftime lead. They kept Great Britain at bay throughout the second half and ran to the win. Ksenija Mitric (162-PG-01) notched 13 points for the winning side. Alexandra Baker (184-F/C-01) had 8 points for Great Britain.
Albania - Slovakia 48-68 Slovakia topped Albania for the second win in Group D. Tereza Podhradska (190-C-02) delivered 16 points and 9 boards in the victory. Slovakia used a 23:9 run in the second frame to secure a 39:28 halftime lead. They held Albania to just 20 points in the second half and rallied to the win. Sofia Virasztoova (173-SF-01) banked in 13 points in the victory. Klea Verri (169-SG-01) tossed in 18 points for Albania.
Division B. Day 4 in Skopje - Aug 21, 2017
Group A
Portugal - Norway 76-21 Portugal ensured the fourth straight win in Group A. They marched past Norway en route to 3-0 record. Maria Silva (183-F-01) delivered 11 points to lead well-balanced effort. Portugal recorded a comfortable 41:12 halftime lead. They went on a strong 35:9 second half rally to secure the victory. Natalia Santos (180-F-02), Ana Faustino (166-G-01) and Mariana Carvalho (175-G-01) had 10 points each for Portugal. Vlera Kelmendi (165-G-01) netted 11 points for Norway.
Bulgaria - Estonia 59-50 Bulgaria overcame Estonia for the first win in Group A. Konstantina Kakogianni (175-SG-01) scored 11 points to lead the winners. Bulgaria accumulated a 25:20 halftime lead. Bulgaria went on a 17:11 run in the fourth frame to seal the win. Iliyana Georgieva (180-F-03) had 10 points in the victory. Asi-Anna Gret netted 16 points for Estonia.
Group B
Belgium - Slovenia 76-44 Belgium beat Slovenia to secure the fourth consecutive win in Skopje. Sarah Bell (180-F-01) had 18 points for the winners. Belgium opened a 44:18 halftime advantage. They went on a 20:9 run in the third term to build an insurmountable lead. Sam Van Buggenhout (175-F-01) and Maxuella Lisowa-Mbaka (178-PF-01) connected for 16 points each for Belguim. Nika Horvat (185-C-01) notched 14 points and 7 boards for Slovenia.
Ukraine - Moldova 73-17 Ukraine thumped Moldova to gain the third win in Group B. Myroslava Topchyi (176-F-01) had 14 points in the win. Ukraine recorded a 37:9 halftime advantage and never looked back en route to the win. Veronika Kosmach (178-SG-01) had 11 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Maria Terzi (178-G-02) had 7 points and 15 rebounds for Moldova.
FYR Macedonia - Ireland 54-72 Ireland knocked down FYR Macedonia to climb at 2-2 record in Group B. Katie Walshe (178-F-01) delivered 18 points and 12 rebounds in the win. Ireland posted a 37:33 halftime advantage. The Irish team went on an 18:5 run in the fourth term to seal the win. Abby Flynn (165-PG-01) had 9 points in the victory. Tijana Mitreva (174-PG-01) replied with 22 points for FYR Macedonia.
Group C
Sweden - Luxembourg 58-33 Sweden secured the third win in a row in Skopje. They beat Luxembourg to stay perfect in Group C. Tova Sabel (176-F/G-01) had 15 points and 10 rebounds for the Scandinavian team. Sweden registered a 27:14 halftime lead. They kept Luxembourg at bay throughout the second half and rallied to the win. Emelie Erlandsson (183-F/C-01) had 9 points in the victory. Tanja De Rond (186-C-01) and Sofie Olsen had 10 points each in the loss.
Israel - Iceland 63-48 Israel fired past Iceland to open win count in Group C. Lior Garzon (183-PF-01) notched 16 points to pace the winners. Israel grabbed a 36:21 halftime lead. They controlled the tempo in the second half and raced to the win. Gaya Sless (174-PF-01) netted 15 points in the victory. Asta Grimsdottir (180-F-01) tossed in 18 points and collected 24 rebounds for Iceland.
Group D
Switzerland - Bosnia 68-69 Bosnia narrowly defeated Switzerland to claim 3-1 record in Group D. Ines Babic (178-F-01) stepped up with 16 points for the winning side. Switzerland eked out a 37:36 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 8-point mark heading into the fourth frame. But Bosnia used a 20:11 run in the final period to ice the win. Marija Keseljevic (157-G-01) had 13 points for Bosnia. Emma Chardon (189-SF-02) produced 14 points and 9 boards for Switzerland.
Albania - Denmark 43-97 Denmark coasted past Albania to improve at 4-0 record in Group D. Malene Pedersen (176-G-01) notched 15 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists in the win. Denmark opened a 47:24 halftime lead. They never looked back en route to the victory. Alberte Rimdal had 14 points for Denmark. Klea Verri (169-SG-01) and Bernada Rreshpja (176-SF-01) had 13 points each for Albania.
Slovakia - United Kingdom 47-36 Slovakia recorded the first win at the tournament. They defeated Great Britain for 1-3 record in Group D. Sofia Virasztoova (173-SF-01) had 12 points to pace the winners. Great Britain accumulated a 11:4 lead ten minutes. But Slovakia responded with a 36:13 run in the next two periods to surge ahead for good. Tereza Podhradska (190-C-02) had 11 points and 10 caroms for the winners. Loren Christie (184-C-01) netted 10 points for Great Britain.
Division B. Day 2 in Skopje - Aug 19, 2017
Group A
Portugal - Bulgaria 86-45 Portugal eased past Bulgaria for the opening win in Group A. Sara Guerreiro (176-G-01) posted 21 points and 7 steals to lead the charge. Portugal accumulated a 41:22 halftime lead. They went on a 33:10 run in the third term to clear off for good. Ana Faustino (166-G-01) netted 14 points in the victory. Hristiyana Nikolova (180-SF-01) had 11 points for Bulgaria.
Finland - Estonia 54-28 Finland thumped Estonia for the second straight win in Group A. Janette Aarnio (178-F-02) scored 13 points to lead the winners. Finland posted a 34:14 halftime lead. Finland limited their opponents to just 14 points in the second half and raced to the win. Awak Kuier (194-C-01) notched 10 points for Finland. Marie-Anette Sepp (167-PG-02) responded with 11 points for Estonia.
Group B
FYR Macedonia - Slovenia 62-73 Slovenia registered the second win in a row in Group B. They outgunned FYR Macedonia in Skopje. Lea Debeljak (176-SG-01) nailed 20 points to pace the winners. FYR Macedonia claimed a 38:31 halftime lead. But Slovenia turned the tables in the second half. They ignited a 42:24 run after the big break and snatched the win. Ajda Burgar (176-SG-01) and Manca Vrecer (178-SG-02) chipped in 8 points apiece in the victory. Matea Nikolikj (190-PF-02) delivered 25 points and 11 rebounds for FYR Macedonia.
Ireland - Moldova 89-15 Ireland opened win count in Group B. They stormed past Moldova behind 14 points from Lauren Darcy (160-PG-01). Ireland recorded a 47:7 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Ciara White, Mia Furlong and Ciara Bracken (165-PG-01) had 10 points each for the Irish side. Milena Chiruta (173-SG-01) netted 10 points and collected 9 boards for Moldova.
Belgium - Ukraine 94-72 Belgium coasted past Ukraine to stay perfect in Group B. Sam Van Buggenhout (175-F-01) and Maxuella Lisowa-Mbaka (178-PF-01) tallied 30 points each to pace the winners. Belgium eked out a 49:45 halftime lead. They went on a 27:13 run in the third term to clear off for good. Emma Bell (180-F-01) had 19 points in the win. Vladyslava Kiba (176-SF-02) netted 23 points for Ukraine.
Group C
Sweden - Israel 65-64 Sweden overcame Israel for the opening win in Skopje. Tova Sabel (176-F/G-01) came up with 28 points and 9 boards for the Scandinavian team. Israel eked out a 27:26 halftime lead. Sweden stepped on the gas in the third term. They sank 25 points to snatch a one-point lead heading into the fourth quarter. The teams went neck and neck throughout the final period but Sweden managed to snatch the win. Emelie Erlandsson (183-F/C-01) had 12 points and 9 boards for the winners. Danielle Karsh (175-SF-01) replied with 17 points, 8 boards and 5 assists for Israel.
Greece - Iceland 59-30 Greece coasted past Iceland for the second consecutive win. Christina Katsamouri (183-F/C-01) produced 12 points and 6 steals for the winning side. Greece accumulated a 31:12 halftime lead. Greece extended the margin at 29-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the win. Danai Papadopoulou (193-C-03) netted 10 points for the Hellenes. Sigurbjorg Eiriksdottir (176-SF-01) notched 8 points for Iceland.
Group D
Albania - United Kingdom 35-68 Great Britain registered the first win in Skopje. They thumped Albania for 1-1 record. Esther Little (182-PF-01) delivered 19 points for the British side. Great Britain jumped to a 37:18 halftime lead. They held Albania to just 17 points in the second half and marched to the win. Loren Christie (184-C-01) netted 11 points in the victory. Bernada Rreshpja (176-SF-01) tossed in 14 points for Albania.
Denmark - Bosnia 77-71 Denmark outscored Bosnia and Herzegovina to improve at 2-0 record in Group D. Malene Pedersen (176-G-01) notched 25 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Bosnia and Denmark were tied at 33 heading into the second half. Denmark sank 44 points after the long break and rolled to the win. Katrine Jessen (187-G-01) had 18 points and 15 rebounds in the victory. Ksenija Mitric (162-PG-01) answered with 19 points and 7 assists for Bosnia.
Slovakia - Switzerland 45-86 Switzerland fired past Slovakia for the second win in a row in Group D. Charlotte Kohler (188-F-01) notched 24 points and 7 rebounds for the Swiss side. Switzerland accumulated a 37:17 halftime lead. They dominated throughout the second half and raced to the victory. Ymke Brouwer (183-F-01) had 9 points in the win. Tereza Podhradska (190-C-02) netted 19 points and collected 10 rebounds for Slovakia.
Division B. Day 1 in Skopje - Aug 18, 2017
Group A
Bulgaria - Finland 41-87 Finland cruised past Bulgaria for the opening win at the tournament. Awak Kuier (194-C-01) tallied 25 points, 20 rebounds and 9 blocks for the winners. Finland registered a 44:26 halftime lead. They held Bulgaria to just 15 points in the second half to rally to the win. Noora Markkanen (180-SF-01) and Alexandra Ailus (170-G-02) had 14 points each in the victory. Iliyana Georgieva (180-F-03) answered with 9 points for Bulgaria.
Estonia - Norway 63-34 Estonia outgunned Norway in the opener. Asi Anna-Gret (172-G-02) stepped up with 20 points for the winners. Estonia used a 15:5 run in the second frame to build a 12-point halftime lead. They controlled the tempo in the second half and raced to the win. Ivetta-Elizaveta Okuneva (167-G-02) had 10 points for the winners. Kari Kykrjebo responded with 13 points and 10 rebounds for Norway.
Group B
Slovenia - Ireland 70-50 Slovenia knocked down Ireland in Group B action. Ajda Burgar (176-SG-01) connected for 18 points in the win. Slovenia posted a 38:28 halftime lead. They went on a 32:22 run in the second half to march to the win. Lea Debeljak claimed 11 points for Slovenia. Katie Walshe (178-F-01) and Katie Williamson (183-F/C-01) responded with 8 points each for Ireland.
Ukraine - FYR Macedonia 58-40 Ukraine raced past FYR Macedonia in Skopje. Veronika Kosmach (178-SG-01) came up with 25 points to lead the winners. Ukraine accumulated a 32:20 halftime lead. They stretched the gap at 19-point mark at the final intermission and marched to the win. Vladyslava Kiba (176-SF-02) had 11 points in the victory. Tijana Mitreva (174-PG-01) responded with 20 points for FYR Macedonia.
Moldova - Belgium 13-132 Belgium crushed Moldova en route to the opening win in Skopje. Emma Bell (180-F-01) accounted for 26 points for the winners. Belgium registered a 67:12 halftime lead. They erupted for 55 points in the second half to ease to the win. Sam Van Buggenhout (175-F-01) had 21 points and 8 boards in the victory. Milena Chiruta (173-SG-01) had 10 points for Moldova.
Group C
Israel - Greece 47-60 Greece rallied past Israel in Group C action. Ioanna Chatzileonti (184-PF-02) came up with 21 points and 9 boards for the Hellenes. The teams went neck and neck throughout the first half. The scoreboard read 32:32 at the interval. But Greece used a strong 17:2 run in the third term to clear off for good. Ioanna Krimili (175-PF-01) notched 19 points for the winners. Gili Eisner (175-SF-01) replied with 10 points for Israel.
Iceland - Luxembourg 49-56 Luxembourg fired past Iceland to open win count in Skopje. Sofie Olsen (183-SF-01) had 15 points and 12 rebounds for the winning side. Luxembourg eked out a 23:20 halftime lead. They followed with a 20:11 run in the third term to boost the gap at 12-point mark. Iceland narrowed the deficit in the final period but could not avoid the loss. Tanja De Rond (186-C-01) had 12 points and 15 boards for the winners. Asta Grimsdottir (180-F-01) replied with 19 points and 22 rebounds for Iceland.
Group D
United Kingdom - Denmark 53-67 Denmark held off Great Britain in the opener. Malene Pedersen (176-G-01) netted 16 points for the Scandinavian team. Denmark clinched a 44:22 halftime lead. Great Britain pulled closer in the second half but could not avoid the loss. Katrine Jessen (187-G-01) netted 15 points and collected 10 rebounds for the winners. Esther Little (182-PF-01) replied with 11 points and 8 boards for Great Britain.
Switzerland - Albania 102-41 Switzerland cruised past Albania at the start of their campaign. Charlotte Kohler (188-F-01) produced 18 points for the Swiss side. They jumped to a 52:29 halftime lead. Switzerland held Albania to just 12 points in the second half and rolled to the victory. Ymke Brouwer (183-F-01) netted 16 points for the winners. Bernada Rreshpja (176-SF-01) answered with 15 points for Albania.
Bosnia - Slovakia 91-51 Bosnia crushed Slovakia to gain the first win in Group D. Dragana Zubac (179-PG-01) had 27 points for the winning side. Bosnia recorded a 54:23 halftime lead. They went on a 21:6 run in the fourth term to secure the win. Ksenija Mitric (162-PG-01) delivered 17 points for the winners. Tereza Podhradska (190-C-02) responded with 15 points and 7 rebounds for Slovakia.
Division C. Armenia claim title in Gibraltar - Jul 30, 2017
FINAL
Malta - Armenia 44-63 Armenia fired past Malta to claim Gold in Gibraltar. Anna Aslanian (188-C-01) stepped up with impressive triple-double of 22 points, 31 rebounds, 12 blocks and 7 assists for the champions. Armenia eked out a 26:25 halftime lead. They used an 18:7 run in the third period to clear off. Armenia went on a 19:12 rally in the fourth quarter to ice the win. Kristina Melikyan (182-PF-01) delivered 17 points in the victory. Michela Zammit (155-PG-01) responded with 15 points for Malta.
3-4 Place
Wales - Georgia 45-66 Georgia beat Wales to finish in the third position at the championship. Mariam Okropiridze (157-PG-01) secured 32 points, 7 steals, 5 assists and 5 rebounds for the winners. Georgia recorded a 16:5 lead at the first break. Georgia unloaded 27 points in the third term to take a comfortable 19-point lead. They controlled the tempo in the final term and rallied to the win. Tamar Gigauri (185-F-01) had 9 points and 16 rebounds in the victory. Freya Williams (176-C-02) delivered 12 points for Wales.
5-7 Place
Kosovo - Gibraltar 95-44 Kosovo fired past Gibraltar to clinch the fifth position at the championship. Agnesa Rrahmani (167-PG-02) recorded 23 points to lead the charge. Kosovo established a 49:21 halftime lead. Kosovo dominated in the second half and coasted to the victory. Melisa Ibrahimi (167-PG-00) provided 22 points in the win. Mireya Benitez (165-PG-01) replied with 18 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for Gibraltar.
Division C. Armenia and Malta to clash for title in Gibraltar - Jul 29, 2017
SEMIFINALS
Armenia - Georgia 74-53 Anna Aslanian (188-C-01) tallied 21 points, 19 rebounds and 6 assists as Armenia prevailed against Georgia in the semifinal clash. Armenia accumulated a 38:23 halftime advantage. They dropped 36 points in the second half and coasted to the win. Emma Mkrtchyan (170-F-01) had 20 points and 10 rebounds in the victory. Mariam Okropiridze (157-PG-01) had 15 points, 6 assists, 5 rebounds and 8 steals for Georgia.
Malta - Wales 61-33 Malta crushed Wales to reach the title game in Gibraltar. Anthea Micallef (175-G/F-01) and Britney Agius (164-PG-01) posted 11 points each for the winning side. Malta claimed a 29:15 halftime lead. They held Wales to just 18 points in the second half and raced to the win. Maya Vella (160-F-02) and Michela Zammit (155-PG-01) tossed in 9 points each in the victory. Shona Williams (184-F/C-01) notched 13 points and 10 rebounds for Wales.
Division C. Semifinals are set in Gibraltar - Jul 27, 2017
Group A
Malta - Kosovo 71-63 Malta posted the second straight win in Group A. They held off Kosovo to enter the semifinal stage undefeated. Sasha Lecuyer (172-SG-02) recorded 22 points and 11 rebounds for the winning side. Malta accounted for a 38:28 halftime lead. Kosovo however used a 27:14 run in the third term to take a 3-point lead. Malta though stiffened defensively in the final frame and secured the winning outcome. Michela Zammit (155-PG-01) had 13 points for Malta. Agnesa Rrahmani (167-PG-02) netted 19 points for Kosovo.
Group B
Wales - Monaco 47-45 OT Wales snatched an overtime win over Monaco to reach semifinal stage. Freya Williams (176-C-02) came up with 16 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Wales grabbed a 15:7 lead ten minutes into the game. Monaco denied the deficit and posted a 6-point lead heading into the fourth frame. But Wales limited their opponents to just 4 points in the period to force overtime. Wales sank 9 points in the extra period to secure the winning outcome. Lowri Thomas (170-SG-02) had 9 points in the win. Hermance Marti (165-SG-03) deposited 17 points and 13 rebounds for Monaco.
Armenia - Gibraltar 65-44 Armenia ensured the third win in a row as they beat Gibraltar. Kristina Melikyan (182-PF-01) delivered 17 points and 8 boards for the winning team. Armenia stunned their opponents with a 21:1 run in the first period. They followed with a 35:25 run in the second half to seal the win. Shake Poghosyan (160-F-01) delivered 12 points for Armenia. Mireya Benitez and Camille Dignat (174-C-01) dropped 11 points each for Gibraltar.
Division C. Day 2 in Gibraltar - Jul 26, 2017
Group A
Kosovo - Georgia 44-82 Georgia improved at 1-1 record after cruising past Kosovo today. Mariam Okropiridze (157-PG-01) and Lia Mikiashvili (190-C-01) delivered 21 points each to lead the winners. Kosovo posted an 18:15 lead after ten minutes. But Georgia responded with a massive 47:10 run in the next two periods to surge ahead for good. Mariami Puturidze (167-F-01) had 13 points in the victory. Enisa Kamerolli (160-PG-03) responded with 14 points for Kosovo.
Group B
Monaco - Gibraltar 44-72 Gibraltar fired past Monaco to gain 1-1 record in Group B. Mireya Benitez (165-PG-01) tallied 24 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge. Gibraltar eked out a 22:21 halftime advantage. They used a 27:10 run in the third term to clear off for good. Camille Dignat (174-C-01) dropped 15 points and 23 rebounds for the winners. Hermance Marti (165-SG-03) answered with 21 points and 9 boards for Monaco.
Wales - Armenia 31-63 Armenia celebrated the second consecutive win in Gibraltar. They rallied past Wales to stay perfect in Group B. Ani Hovhannisyan (163-PG-01) posted 18 points and 8 boards for the winning side. Armenia accumulated a 32:16 halftime lead. They held Wales to just 15 points in the second half and marched to the win. Anna Aslanian (188-C-01) provided 15 points and 13 rebounds in the victory. Darcie Graham (171-PG-01) netted 10 points for Wales.
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