Italy beat Czech Republic to celebrate title in Kaunas - Aug 25, 2018
FINAL
Czech Republic - Italy 52-60 Italy are the U16 European champions. They edged Czech Republic in Kaunas tonight to earn the trophy. Meriem Nasraoui (185-C-02) posted 15 points to lead the Azzurri. Italy piled up a 31:22 halftime lead. They followed with a 17:10 rally in the third period to ensure a 16-point advantage. Czech Republic managed to pull within three points in the final quarter but Italy held on to secure the winning outcome. Ilaria Panzera (178-SG-02) accounted for 11 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists for the champions. Petra Malikova (178-G-02) provided 12 points and 9 rebounds for Czech Republic.
3-4 Place
Spain - Turkey 64-47 Spain climbed onto the pedestal in Kaunas. They beat Turkey to finish third at the championship. Begona De Santiago (183-G-02) and Marta Suarez (188-SF-02) provided 12 points apiece in the win. Spain accumulated a 35:26 halftime lead. They held Turkey to just 7 points in the fourth stanza to march to the win. Sude Yilmaz (178-SG-02) and Arifecan Vardar (181-PF-03) had 8 points each for Turkey.
5-6 Place
Russia - France 50-73 France finished fifth in Kaunas. They fired past Russia today. Serena Kessler (182-SG-02) came up with 18 points for the winners. France held Russia to just 2 points in the second term to take a 17-point halftime lead. They followed with a 21:15 run in the third term to clear off for good. Louise Bussiere (180-SG-02) delivered 10 points for the winners. Daria Goncharova (185-F) replied with 16 points and 9 rebounds for Russia.
7-8 Place
Hungary - Poland 78-59 Hungary earned the seventh place in Lithuania as they ended up their campaign with a comfortable win over Poland. Hungary secured a 45:28 halftime advantage. They poured in 26 points in the third term to ensure a comfortable lead and never surrendered it to march to the win. Reka Dombai (179-F-02) unloaded 32 points to lead Hungary. Magdalena Szymkiewicz (183-C-02) replied with 23 points for Poland.
9-10 Place
Latvia - Germany 49-45 Latvia wrapped up their campaign on a winning note. They held off Germany to earn the ninth position. Germany led by as many as 10 points ten minutes into the game. But Latvia replied with a 21:5 run in the second frame to take a 26:20 halftime lead. The Baltic team held Germany to 9 points in the fourth period and snatched the win. Kristiana Koltone (176-F-02) banked in 15 points for Latvia. Amelie Kroener (189-F/C-02) answered with 11 points and 10 rebounds for Germany.
11-12 Place
Lithuania - Denmark 60-59 Lithuania nipped Denmark in their final game at the championship and occupied the 11th overall position. The hosts posted a 36:29 halftime lead. Denmark erased the deficit and eked out a one-point lead heading into the fourth frame. But Lithuania managed to sneak past their opponents to finish on a high note. Audrone Zdaneviciute (167-PG-03) chipped in 14 points, while Simona Visockaite (185-C-02) added 13 points and 14 rebounds for Lithuania. Alberte Rimdal (175-G-02) had game-high 25 points for the Scandinavian team.
13-14 Place
Croatia - Belgium 46-64 Belgium earned the crucial win in Kaunas. They beat Croatia to secure Division A stay for the next season. Belgium dominated throughout the bigger part of the game. They posted a 32:19 halftime advantage. Belgium extended the lead to as many as 19 points at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the victory. Julia Franquin (185-F-03) scored 12 points and collected 10 rebounds, while Tesse Kapenga (186-PF-02) and Marit Vloeberghs (172-G-02) had 11 points each for Belgium. Petra Juric (186-PF-02) answered with 15 points and 10 rebounds for Croatia.
15-16 Place
Holland - Serbia 65-79 Serbia finished the tournament with victory as they edged Netherlands for the 15th-place finish. Serbia grabbed a 43:39 halftime lead. They held Netherlands to just 26 points in the second half to ease to the victory. Nina Samardic (180-SF-02) posted 17 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Elles Van Der Maas (188-PF-02) replied with game-high 20 points for Netherlands.
Italy and Czech Republic enter Final in Kaunas - Aug 24, 2018
SEMIS
Italy - Spain 62-60 Italy nipped Spain to reach the championship series. The Azzurri grabbed a 27;22 lead after ten minutes. They maintained the lead throughout the second term. Italy grabbed a 36:31 halftime lead. Spain pulled within 3 points at the final intermission. They held Italy to 13 points in the fourth frame but could not avert the defeat. Caterina Gilli (181-SF-02) came up with 25 points and 17 rebounds to pace the winners. Martina Spinelli (184-F-02) added 10 points for Italy. Marta Garcia (190-F/C-02) replied with 14 points for Spain.
Czech Republic - Turkey 48-37 Czech Republic are the first finalists in Kaunas. They toppled Turkey in the semifinal clash tonight. Czech Republic piled up a 27:21 halftime lead. They went on a stunning 14:2 run in the third term to take a decisive 18-point lead. Simona Fiserova (181-F-02) had 9 points for Czech Republic. Nikola Zdenkova (169-G-03) added 8 points in the victory. Derin Erdogan (168-PG-02) replied with 9 points and 10 rebounds for Turkey.
Semifinalists are determined in Kaunas - Aug 22, 2018
Quarterfinals
Spain - Poland 72-32 Spain coasted past Poland in the quarterfinal clash. Spain led from start to finish to earn a well-deserved win. Spain went on a 31:10 run in the second term to take a massive 45:13 halftime lead. Spain never looked back afterwards. Alejandra Sanchez (174-G-02) netted 15 points, while Laia Lamana (170-PG-02) added 11 points and 9 steals for Spain. Zuzanna Rudenko (174-G-02) answered with 12 points for Poland.
France - Italy 59-61 Italy nipped France to advance into the semifinal stage in Kaunas. Meriem Nasraoui (185-C-02) scored 19 points to lead the Azzurri. France posted a 17:14 lead after ten minutes. They established a 49:45 advantage heading into the fourth quarter. But Italy limited les Bleues to just 10 points in the final frame and snatched a tough victory at the end. Giulia Natali (176-G-02) produced 18 points for Italy. Sara Roumy (180-SG-03) answered with 15 points for France.
Czech Republic - Hungary 51-48 Czech Republic rolled over Hungary to claim the semifinal appearance. Czech Republic held Hungary to 5 points in the first period to take a 6-point lead. Hungary however erased the deficit in the second term to take a 25:23 halftime lead. Hungary piled up a 4-point lead at the final intermission. But the Czech team went on a 19:12 run in the fourth stanza to snatch the win. Katerina Zeithammerova (162-PG-02) netted 14 points, while Petra Malikova (178-G-02) added 8 points in the victory. Eszter Madar (185-C-02) answered with 17 points and 11 rebounds for Hungary.
Turkey - Russia 58-47 Turkey cruised past Russia to secure the semifinal berth. Derin Erdogan (168-PG-02) scored 18 points and grabbed 7 rebounds to lead the winners. Turkey looked dominant in the first half. They posted a 34:17 halftime lead. Russia narrowed the deficit in the second half but could not avoid the defeat. Melek Uzunoglu (187-PF-02) netted 12 points and collected 8 rebounds for Turkey. Iana Pashkovskaia (175-G-03) replied with 15 points for Russia.
Quarterfinals are determined in Kaunas - Aug 21, 2018
Czech Republic - Holland 64-54 Czech Republic beat Netherlands to secure the next round birth. The Czech side accounted for a 34:20 halftime lead. Netherlands cut the deficit to 11 points heading into the fourth term. They pulled closer in the final period but could not threaten the gap as Czech Republic marched to the win. Klara Stloukalova (174-F-02) chipped in 14 points, while Katerina Zeithammerova (162-PG-02) added 12 points for the winning team. Elles Van Der Maas (188-PF-02) answered with 19 points for Netherlands.
France - Serbia 77-33 France thumped Serbia to reach the quarterfinal stage. les Bleues ensured a 22:6 lead after ten minutes. France followed with an 18:3 run in the second period to register a 40:9 halftime lead. France never looked back en route to the victory. Palmire Mbu (185-PF-03) delivered 12 points, while Sara Roumy (180-SG-03) added 11 points in the win. Sara Opacic (174-SG-02) tossed in 10 points for Serbia.
Italy - Denmark 74-39 Italy knocked down Denmark to secure the quarterfinal berth. The Azzurri accumulated a 37:14 halftime lead. Italy remained dominant in the second half and coasted to the win. Ilaria Panzera notched 16 points, while Giulia Natali added 9 points for the Azzurri. Alberte Rimdal (175-G-02) tossed in 19 points for Denmark.
Russia - Croatia 76-52 Ksenia Filimonova scored 17 points to lead Russia past Croatia. Russia led from start to finish. They grabbed a comfortable 48:20 halftime lead. Russia stayed in charge throughout the second half and drove to the victory. Daria Anikina (186-F-02) tossed in 12 points and collected 11 rebounds for Russia. Hana Muhl (170-SG-03) banked in 13 points for Croatia.
Hungary - Lithuania 51-37 Hungary advanced into the quarterfinal stage as they thumped hosting Lithuania. Eszter Madar (185-C-02) tallied 14 points and 11 rebounds for Hungary. Hungary accumulated a 19:8 lead after ten minutes. They went on a 26:21 second half run to ice the win. Reka Dombai (179-F-02) netted 11 points for the winners. Klaudija Janionyte (165-PG-02) answered with 16 points for the hosts.
Germany - Poland 56-73 Poland outgunned Germany to make it into the quarterfinal in Kaunas. Poland opened a 35:29 halftime lead. They outscored their opponents in the next two periods and raced to the win. Magdalena Szymkiewicz (183-C-02) was unstoppable with 29 points for Poland. Emilia Ternbock scored 23 points for Germany.
Latvia - Turkey 59-74 Turkey defeated Latvia to stay in the title hunt in Kaunas. Latvia led by three points heading into the second period. But Turkey bounced back with a 22:13 run in the next period to take the lead. They sank 35 points in the second half to march to the victory. Sude Yilmaz (178-SG-02) had 26 points and 13 rebounds, while Melek Uzunoglu (187-PF-02) added 21 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Juta Harcenko (180-F-02) notched 12 points for Latvia.
Spain - Belgium 72-36 Spain outgunned Belgium in Round of 16 clash. Spain used a 23:0 run in the second period to open a massive 36-point halftime lead. Spain held Belgium to 30 points in the second half to ensure a convincing win. Marta Suarez (188-SF-02) had 15 points, while Marta Garcia and Julia Rueda (174-G-02) added 10 points each for Spain. Kyra Billiaert (174-F-02) tossed in 10 points for Belgium.
Overview of Day 3 in Lithuania - Aug 19, 2018
Group A
Belgium - Czech Republic 41-55 Czech Republic claimed the third straight victory in Group A. They raced past Belgium to stay undefeated. Czech Republic eked out a 24:22 halftime lead. They stretched the lead at 10-point mark at the final break and cruised to the victory. Simona Fiserova (181-F-02) and Laura Miksikova (181-G-03) netted 7 points each for the winners. Kyra Billiaert (174-F-02) tossed in game-high 14 points for Belgium.
France - Turkey 63-53 France finished the preliminary round with victory. They edged Turkey to improve at 2-1 record in Group A. France grabbed a 30:23 halftime lead. They triggered a 22:8 run in the third term to boost the gap to double digits. Turkey went on a 22:11 run in the fourth period but could not avoid the defeat. Bintou Moctar (187-C-02) had 17 points, while Serena Kessler (182-SG-02) added 12 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Sude Yilmaz (178-SG-02) replied with 13 points and 7 rebounds for Turkey.
Group B
Holland - Latvia 58-67 Latvia outgunned Netherlands for the second victory in Group B. Latvia posted a 16:11 lead at the first break. The Baltic team used a 23:15 run in the fourth term to secure the victory. Elizabete Bulane (170-PG-03) produced 13 points for Latvia. Lina Loceniece (178-SG-02) added 11 points for the winners. Maud Huijbens (189-C-02) replied with 18 points and 15 boards for Netherlands.
Spain - Serbia 78-47 Spain coasted past Serbia to improve at 3-0 record in Group B. Spain eked out a 36:31 halftime lead. They went on a massive 42:16 second half run to ice a comfortable win. Marta Garcia (190-F/C-02) delivered 17 points, while Gisela Sanchez (191-SF-03) and Marta Morales (185-SF-03) added 15 points each for Spain. Sara Opacic (174-SG-02) replied with 9 points for Serbia.
Group C
Poland - Hungary 57-65 Hungary outscored Poland for the second win in Group C. Poland led by two points at the first break. Hungary used a 22:9 run in the second frame to open a 40:29 halftime lead. Poland pulled within 7 points at the final intermission. Hungary held their opponents to just 12 points in the fourth quarter to race to the win. Reka Dombai (179-F-02) finished with 27 points and 9 rebounds for Hungary. Eszter Madar (185-C-02) added 12 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Weronika Piechowiak (183-PF-02) and Magdalena Szymkiewicz (183-C-02) netted 17 points each for Poland.
Italy - Croatia 74-29 Italy knocked down Croatia to gain the third consecutive win in Group C. Francesca Leonardi (182-G-02) came up with 16 points to pace the winners. Italy built a 27:9 halftime lead. They held Croatia to just 20 points after the big break and rolled to the win. Silvia Nativi (178-PG-02) contributed 11 points for Italy. Hana Muhl (170-SG-03) replied with 9 points for Croatia.
Group D
Germany - Lithuania 58-51 Germany occupied the second place in Group D. They raced past Lithuania for 2-1 record. The hosts grabbed a 19:8 lead ten minutes into the game. But Germany responded with a 16:9 run in the second term to pull closer. Germany then followed with a 12:4 run in the fourth quarter to snatch a tough win. Sarah Polleros (187-PF-02) had 11 points and 12 rebounds, while Lotta Stach (178-SG-02) added 10 points for Germany. Klaudija Janionyte (165-PG-02) and Audrone Zdaneviciute (167-PG-03) had 13 points each for Lithuania.
Denmark - Russia 58-72 Russia ended their preliminary round campaign with a perfect slate. They stormed past Denmark to win Group D. Russia led by just four points at the big break 35:31. But they used a 20:10 run in the third term to clear off for good. Daria Anikina (186-F-02) had 14 points and 14 rebounds, while Nina Ulchenkova (175-G-02) and Daria Goncharova (185-F) added 12 points each for Russia. Alberte Rimdal (175-G-02) replied with 26 points for Denmark.
Overview of Day 2 in Lithuania - Aug 18, 2018
Group A
Belgium - France 37-78 France stormed past Belgium to gain the opening victory in Lithuania. France dominated throughout the entire game. les Bleues posted a 48:23 halftime lead. France limited Belgium to just 14 points in the second half and raced to the win. Sara Roumy scored 16 points, while Serena Kessler (182-SG-02) contributed 14 points and 9 rebounds in the victory. Tesse Kapenga (186-PF-02) and Kyra Billiaert (174-F-02) had 7 points apiece for Belgium.
Czech Republic - Turkey 62-60 OT Czech Republic outlasted Turkey in overtime to gain the second straight win in Group A. Turkey enjoyed a 38:24 halftime lead. But Czech side held their opponents to just 12 points in the second half to force overtime. Czech Republic sank 12 points in the extra period to seal the win. Petra Malikova (178-G-02) stepped up with 22 points and 9 caroms for the winners. Derin Erdogan (168-PG-02) scored 20 points for Turkey.
Group B
Latvia - Serbia 76-47 Latvia opened win count in Lithuania. They drubbed Serbia for 1-1 record in Group B. Latvia registered a 21:7 lead after ten minutes. They followed with a 20:9 rally in the fourth period to seal the win. Elizabete Bulane (170-PG-03) had 14 points, while Vanesa Jasa (178-SF-03) added 10 points for the Baltic team. Sara Opacic (174-SG-02) answered with 9 points for Serbia.
Holland - Spain 47-79 Spain cruised past Netherlands to improve at 2-0 record in Group B. Spain stunned their opponents with a 35:3 run in the first period. Spain controlled the tempo throughout the reminder of the contest and eased to the win. Begona De Santiago (183-G-02) and Marta Garcia (190-F/C-02) dropped 9 points each for the winners. Floor Toonders (190-PF-02) chipped in 9 points for Netherlands.
Group C
Poland - Italy 36-74 Italy eased past Poland to gain the second straight win in Group C. The Azzurri piled up a 45:24 halftime lead. Italy went on a 19:7 run in the third term to clear off for good. Ilaria Panzera (178-SG-02) had 19 points, while Meriem Nasraoui (185-C-02) added 14 points and 8 boards for Italy. Magdalena Szymkiewicz (183-C-02) scored 8 points for Poland.
Hungary - Croatia 75-52 Hungary rallied pat Croatia to open win count in Group C. Hungary recorded a 23:12 lead after ten minutes. They sank 44 points in the second half to march to the victory. Aya Keita (173-G-02) had 19 points, while Reka Dombai (179-F-02) added 12 points in the win. Hana Muhl (170-SG-03) answered with 12 points for Croatia.
Group D
Russia - Lithuania 66-49 Russia cruised past Lithuania for the second straight win in Group D. Russia ignited a 21:8 rally in the second period to open a 13-point halftime lead. Lithuania pulled within 8 points at the final break but Russia limited the hosts to just 8 points in the fourth quarter and earned the win. Daria Anikina (186-F-02) tossed in 19 points and collected 12 rebounds for Russia. Gedvile Savostaite (170-PG-02) replied with 13 points for Lithuania.
Denmark - Germany 39-55 Germany fired past Denmark for 1-1 record in Group D. Germany built a massive 35:19 halftime lead. They held Denmark to just 20 points in the second half to breeze to the win. Lotta Stach (178-SG-02) came up with 15 points, while Sarah Polleros (187-PF-02) added 14 points for Germany. Alberte Rimdal (175-G-02) answered with 11 points for Denmark.
Overview of Day 1 in Lithuania - Aug 17, 2018
Group A
France - Czech Republic 51-56 Czech Republic defeated France to open win count in Group A. France led by seven points at halftime. But Czech Republic went on a 15:5 run in the fourth frame to snatch the win. Simona Fiserova (181-F-02) and Klara Stloukalova (174-F-02) had 14 points each for the winners. Bintou Moctar (187-C-02) answered with 10 points for les Bleues.
Turkey - Belgium 60-38 Turkey thumped Belgium for the initial victory at the championship. Turkey grabbed a 43:19 halftime lead. They held Belgium to just 5 points in the fourth frame to rally to the win. Melek Uzunoglu chipped in 18 points, while Sude Yilmaz (178-SG-02) added 12 points and 10 rebounds in the victory. Tesse Kapenga (186-PF-02) banked in 16 points for Belgium.
Group B
Spain - Latvia 96-66 Spain coasted past Latvia in the opener. The teams were knotted up at 32 heading into the locker rooms. But Spain unleashed 64 points in the second half to roll to the victory. Mama Dembele (168-G-02) delivered 16 points, while Marta Garcia added 12 points for the winners. Juta Harcenko (180-F-02) had 12 points for Latvia.
Serbia - Holland 54-48 Serbia outscored Netherlands in the first game in Kaunas. Netherlands grabbed a 15:11 lead after the opening frame. But Serbia went on a massive 37:11 rally in the next two quarters to surge ahead. Netherlands responded with a 22:6 rally in the fourth stanza but came up short of victory at the end. Sara Opacic (174-SG-02) tossed in 19 points and collected 11 rebounds, while Isidora Mladenovic (182-SF-02) had 10 points for Serbia. Maud Huijbens (189-C-02) deposited 16 points for Netherlands.
Group C
Croatia - Poland 63-95 Magdalena Szymkiewicz (183-C-02) notched 22 points to lead Poland past Croatia. Poland piled up a comfortable 45:27 halftime lead. They unleashed 50 points in the second half to coast to the win. Joanna Kobylinska (177-SF-02) netted 17 points for Poland. Antica Tabula (183-C-02) had 12 points for Croatia.
Italy - Hungary 79-51 Italy cruised past Hungary for the opening win. The Azzurri grabbed a 35:27 halftime lead. Italy followed with a 28:12 run in the fourth period to seal the win. Giorgia Bovenzi (165-PG-02) netted 17 points in the victory. Reka Dombai (179-F-02) answered with 12 points for Hungary.
Group D
Lithuania - Denmark 71-58 Lithuania got to the winning start of the tournament. They toppled Denmark behind 18 points and 9 rebounds from Urte Cizauskaite (186-F/C-03). The hosts went on a 21:7 run in the first term. Denmark pulled within 6 points at the final intermission. But Lithuania sank 20 points in the fourth quarter to secure the victory. Simona Visockaite (185-C-02) had 15 points and 18 rebounds in the win. Asta Blau chipped in 16 points for Denmark.
Germany - Russia 43-51 Russia outgunned Germany for the first win in Lithuania. Nina Ulchenkova (175-G-02) delivered 13 points for the winners. Russia accounted for a 24:20 halftime lead. They limited Germany to just 23 points in the second half and marched to the victory. Emilia Tenbrock (182-SG-02) posted 14 points for Germany.
FINALGreece - Sweden 41-51 Sweden captured Division B title. They defeated Greece in the championship game in Podgorica. The Hellenes jumped on an 11:7 lead ten minutes into the game. But Sweden pulled within one at the final intermission. The Scandinavian team went on a decisive 17:6 rally in the fourth quarter to ensure the victory. Sanna Strom (177-F-02) came up with 15 points, while Julia Nystrom (169-PG-02) added 14 points for the winners. Eleni Bosgana (189-SF-03) answered with 13 points for Greece.
3-4 Place
Finland - Belarus 86-52 Finland stepped onto the pedestal in Podgorica. They beat Belarus to earn the third position and also booked their Division A tickets for the next season. Belarus led by a single point at the first break. But Finland triggered a massive 46:18 run in the second half to celebrate the victory. Janette Aarnio (178-F-02) produced 19 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for Finland. Teresa Seppala (182-G-02) and Alexandra Ailus (168-G-02) had 15 points each for the winners. Ulyana Basalyha (168-SG-02) and Iryna Venskaya (165-G-02) replied with 11 points each for Belarus.
5-6 Place
Romania - Israel 47-59 Israel topped Romania to earn the 5th position in Podgorica. Israel built a 27:18 halftime advantage. They used a 20;15 run in the fourth term to secure the winning outcome. Yarden Garzon (183-F-03) tallied 23 points, 10 rebounds and 6 steals for the winners. Eva Petrof (176-SF-02) notched 20 points for Romania.
7-8 Place
Slovenia - Portugal 68-77 Portugal outgunned Slovenia to ensure the 7th place at the championship. Gabriela Falcao (184-F-04) was pivotal with 20 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Portugal got to a strong start as they recorded a 24:7 lead ten minutes into the game. They ensured a 14-point lead heading into the fourth period and held on to win the game. Adriana Martins (166-G-02) connected for 15 points in the win. Ana Micunovic (172-G-03) and Manca Vrecer (178-SG-02) replied with 13 points each for Slovenia.
9-10 Place
Ukraine - Estonia 50-54 OT Estonia survived an overtime to tame Ukraine in the clash for the ninth place. Asi Anna-Gret (172-G-02) recorded 21 points to lead the winning team. Ukraine enjoyed a 16:8 lead after the opening quarter. But Estonia managed to level things up in the next periods and forced overtime. They limited Ukraine to just 3 points in the extra period to snatch the win. Anete Adler (195-C-03) tossed in 11 points for Estonia. Vladyslava Kiba (176-SF-02) provided 23 for Ukraine.
11-12 Place
Montenegro - Norway 64-43 Montenegro claimed the 11th overall place at home championship. They edged Norway on the final day of action in Podgorica. Montenegro grabbed a 31:19 halftime lead. They unloaded 22 points in the fourth quarter to march to the win. Jovana Savkovic (165-PG-05) scored 11 points, while Maja Bigovic (193-C-02) added 10 points for the winners. Maria Mykiebust replied with 17 points for Norway.
13-14 Place
Slovakia - Ireland 49-47 Slovakia earned the 13th position in Podgorica as they defeated Ireland today. The Irish side led by five points at halftime 31:26. But Slovakia held their opponents to just 3 points in the third term to even the score. Slovakia went on a 15:13 run in the fourth quarter to eke out victory. Martina Dovcikova (182-SG-02) delivered 12 points, while Lucia Zilinska (190-C-02) added 11 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Hazel Finn (177-PG-03) replied with 14 points for Ireland.
15-16 Place
Switzerland - United Kingdom 49-52 OT Great Britain earned the 15th place at the tournament. They survived overtime marathon to beat Switzerland. Great Britain accumulated a 23:19 halftime lead. Great Britain stretched the gap at 8-point mark heading into the fourth quarter. But Switzerland used a 16:8 run in the fourth frame to force overtime. Great Britain sank 9 points in the extra period to snatch the win. Amelia Sandie (170-G-02) chipped in 12 points to pace the winners. Emma Chardon (189-SF-02) replied with 21 points and 12 rebounds for Switzerland.
17-18 Place
Bulgaria - Luxembourg 50-57 Luxembourg earned the 17th place as they edged Bulgaria tonight. Luxembourg led by just 2 points at the interval. They stretched the margin at 5-point mark at the final break. Luxembourg knocked down 17 points in the fourth stanza and marched to the win. Jo Oly (180-C-03) produced 16 points, while Marie Stoffel (173-SG-03) added 12 points in the victory. Iliyana Georgieva (180-F-03) produced 21 points and 11 rebounds for Bulgaria.
19-20 Place
Iceland - Bosnia 65-54 Iceland clinched the 19th spot as they fired past Bosnia. Helga Heidarsdottir (176-F-02) netted 13 points to lead the effort. Bosnia accumulated a 36:28 halftime advantage. But Iceland went on a 37:18 run in the second half to snatch the victory. Hjordis Traustadottir (175-F-02) had 11 points for Iceland. Anica Skrivan (182-C-02) replied with 18 points for Bosnia.
21-22 Place
FYR Macedonia - Kosovo 49-64 Kosovo finished the campaign on a high note. They stormed past FYR Macedonia to earn the 21st place. FYR Macedonia were up by 4 points ten minutes into the game. But Kosovo triggered a 24;13 run in the third term to open a 20-point lead and never looked back en route to the win. Arbe Hashani (165-SG-03) tossed in 23 points for the winning side. Matea Nikolic (195-F/C-02) and Matea Atanasovska (176-F/G-02) replied with 13 points each for FYR Macedonia.
Division B. Greece and Sweden to clash for title - Aug 24, 2018
SEMIS
Greece - Finland 80-44 Greece beat Finland to advance into the title in Podgorica. Eleni Bosgana (189-SF-03) tallied 22 points for the Hellenes. Greece grabbed a 23:9 lead after the opening frame. They extended the margin at 19-point mark heading into the fourth quarter and never looked back en route to the win. Ioanna Chatzileonti (184-PF-02) had 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for Greece. Janette Aarnio (178-F-02) replied with 11 points for Finland.
Sweden - Belarus 62-54 Sweden outgunned Belarus to secure Division promotion. Sweden held their opponents to just 7 points in the second period to open a 29:23 halftime lead. They went on a 23:17 run in the third quarter to ensure a 12-point advantage. Belarus pulled back within single figures in the fourth period but could not avert the loss. Julia Nystrom (169-PG-02) provided 15 points, while Matilda Ekh (181-F-02) added 14 points for the winners. Yana Liabedzich (188-C-02) replied with 17 points for Belarus.
Division B. Sweden, Finland, Belarus and Greece reach semis - Aug 23, 2018
Quarterfinals
Portugal - Sweden 44-57 Sweden outgunned Portugal to reach the semifinal stage in Podgorica. Portugal led by three points at halftime 30:27. But Sweden limited their opponents to just 14 points in the second half and rallied to a comfortable win at the end. Julia Nystrom (169-PG-02) paced the Scandinavian team with 19 points. Matilda Ekh (181-F-02) added 12 points and 9 rebounds for Sweden. Adriana Martins (166-G-02) replied with 13 points for Portugal.
Finland - Romania 77-54 Finland cruised past Romania in the quarterfinal clash today. Finland led throughout the game. They established a comfortable 44:29 halftime lead. Finland used a 20:10 run in the third term to clear off for good. Janette Aarnio (178-F-02) netted 15 points, while Alexandra Ailus (168-G-02) and Teresa Seppala (182-G-02) added 12 points each in the victory. Eva Petrof (176-SF-02) netted 14 points for Romania.
Israel - Belarus 80-82 2OT Belarus toppled Israel in double-overtime thriller to enter the semifinal stage in Montenegro. Iryna Venskaya (165-G-02) and Aliaksandra Chyzheuskaya (185-PF-02) tossed in 17 points each for the winners. Belarus earned a 20:12 lead ten minutes into the game. But Israel denied the deficit and posted a 4-point lead heading into the fourth period. Belarus held their opponents to just 12 points to force overtime. Belarus and Israel finished the first extra period tied at 74. Belarus though sank 8 points in the second overtime and snatched a tough win at the end. Yarden Garzon (183-F-03) led all scorers with 26 points for Israel.
Greece - Slovenia 77-43 Greece stormed past Slovenia to advance into the semifinal stage. Ioanna Chatzileonti (184-PF-02) tallied 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the Hellenes. Greece grabbed a 32:19 halftime lead. They sank 45 points in the second half to cruise to the victory. Eleni Bosgana (189-SF-03) had 13 points for the winners. Zala Srot (184-F-04) netted 10 points for Slovenia.
Division B. Day 5 in Podgorica - Aug 21, 2018
Group A
Montenegro - Sweden 48-76 Sweden outscored Montenegro to improve at 4-1 record in Group A. Sweden trailed by two points after ten minutes but they went on a 26;5 rally in the second term to take a 40:21 halftime lead. Sweden held Montenegro to just 27 points in the second half and drove to the win. Matilda Ekh (181-F-02) produced 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Julia Nystrom (169-PG-02) added 15 points in the victory. Zana Tatar (182-F/C-03) tossed in 14 points for Montenegro.
United Kingdom - Greece 24-58 Greece bruised Great Britain for the fifth straight win in Group A. The Hellenes recorded a 29:16 halftime lead. Greece held Great Britain to just 8 points in the second half and cruised to the victory. Danai Papadopoulou (193-C-03) had 23 points for Greece. Ella Doherty (182-G-03) replied with 10 points for Great Britain.
Iceland - FYR Macedonia 64-55 Iceland recorded the first win in Podgorica as they beat FYR Macedonia. The Balkan team posted a 29:24 halftime lead. But Iceland improved offensively in the second half. They sank 40 points and rallied to the victory. Hjordis Traustadottir (175-F-02) delivered 16 points and 8 rebounds for Iceland. Matea Nikolic (195-F/C-02) answered with 19 points for FYR Macedonia.
Group B
Bulgaria - Estonia 57-73 Estonia defeated Bulgaria to gain 2-2 record in Group B. Estonia accounted for a 35:30 halftime lead. They went on a 25:9 run in the third term to clear off for good. Asi Anna-Gret (172-G-02) produced 28 points, while Marie-Anette Sepp (167-PG-02) added 14 points for the winning side. Iliyana Georgieva (180-F-03) answered with 19 points for Bulgaria.
Portugal - Slovakia 67-47 Portugal are 4-0 in Group B following a comfortable win over Slovakia. Maria Lopes (172-SG-02) scored 14 points to lead the effort. Portugal piled up a 37:24 halftime lead. They limited their opponents to just 23 points in the second half to ease to the win. Adriana Martins (166-G-02) and Leonor Paisana (168-SG-02) had 11 points each for the winners. Zuzana Vargova (185-F-02) delivered 8 points and 10 rebounds for Slovakia.
Group C
Switzerland - Luxembourg 59-48 Switzerland beat Luxembourg for the second win in Podgorica. Luxembourg grabbed a 31:26 halftime advantage. But Switzerland turned things around in the third term. They triggered a 21:1 run to spur ahead for good. Emma Chardon (189-SF-02) tallied 24 points and 24 rebounds, while Berenice Balunga (168-G-03) added 12 points in the victory. Joy Baum (167-G-02) and Lara Schmit (170-G-02) notched 13 points each for Luxembourg.
Kosovo - Romania 44-77 Romania knocked down Kosovo for 4-1 record. Romania built a 32:18 halftime lead. They ignited a massive 45:26 second half run to ensure the winning outcome. Eva Petrol produced 13 points, while Anamaria Pop (170-PG-02) added 12 points for the winners. Enisa Kamerolli (160-PG-03) netted 16 points and collected 12 rebounds for Kosovo.
Ireland - Israel 38-52 Israel recorded the fifth win in a row in Podgorica. They cruised past Ireland to remain perfect. Israel eked out a 19:16 halftime lead. They went on an 18:6 run in the third term to take a comfortable advantage. Yarden Garzon (183-F-03) netted 13 points and collected 11 rebounds for the winners. Siofra OShea answered with 12 points for Ireland.
Group D
Ukraine - Finland 35-77 Finland earned the fifth consecutive victory in Group D as they fired past Ukraine. Finland went on a 26:7 rally in the second term to establish a 38:18 halftime advantage. Finland limited Ukraine to 17 points in the second half and claimed a well-deserved win. Janette Aarnio (178-F-02) notched 16 points, while Alexandra Ailus (168-G-02) added 12 points for Finland. Vladyslava Kiba (176-SF-02) chipped in 9 points for Ukraine.
Albania - Belarus 24-105 Belarus coasted past Albania to gain 4-1 record in Group D. Belarus used a massive 56:10 first half run to clear off. They held Albania to only 14 points in the second half to ease to the victory. Iryna Venskaya (165-G-02) delivered 21 points, while Yana Liabedzich (188-C-02) added 15 points for the winners. Klea Kaci (172-SF-04) tossed in 9 points for Albania.
Bosnia - Norway 45-62 Norway claimed the second victory at the tournament as they rolled over Bosnia. Norway trailed by one point at the interval 28:27. Norway though went on a 19:11 run in the third term to surge ahead. They held Bosnia to just 6 points in the fourth term and marched to the win. Karyn Sofie Sanford (176-F/G-03) and Fattima Mohammad (170-G-03) had 18 points each for Norway. Azra Niksic (185-C-03) delivered 12 points for Bosnia.
Division B. Day 4 in Podgorica - Aug 20, 2018
Group A
FYR Macedonia - Montenegro 48-68 Montenegro edged FYR Macedonia for the third win in Group A. Maja Bigovic (193-C-02) scored 14 points to lead the hosts. Montenegro grabbed a 20:8 lead after ten minutes. They went on a commanding 33:18 second half run to secure the victory. Anastasija Drobnjak (181-SG-02) had 11 points for the winners. Ilina Selcova and Matea Nikolic (195-F/C-02) answered with 18 points each for FYR Macedonia.
United Kingdom - Iceland 51-37 Great Britain improved at 2-2 record at the championship as they edged Iceland. Great Britain posted a 25:19 halftime lead. They held Iceland to just 18 points in the second half and rallied to the win. Rebecca Adjeiwaah-Dwomoh (177-F-02) had 15 points and 17 rebounds for the winners. Eva Davidsdottir (171-G-02) replied with 10 points for Iceland.
Greece - Sweden 67-53 Greece celebrated the fourth straight win in Podgorica. They fired past Sweden to remain unbeaten. Greece piled up a 34:27 halftime lead. Greece limited Sweden to just 26 points in the second half to race to the victory. Eleni Bosgana (189-SF-03) came up with 27 points and 11 rebounds for the Hellenes. Freja Werth (182-F-02) notched 12 points and 10 rebounds for Sweden.
Group B
Slovakia - Bulgaria 66-60 Slovakia registered the first victory in Group B. They rolled over Bulgaria for 1-2 record. Slovakia piled up a 41:25 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 18-point mark at the final intermission and withheld a strong comeback rally from Bulgaria in the fourth term to snatch the win. Martina Dovcikova (182-SG-02) chipped in 18 points for Slovakia. Iliyana Georgieva (180-F-03) tossed in 21 points for Bulgaria.
Estonia - Slovenia 30-70 Slovenia stormed past Estonia to gain 3-1 record in Group B. Slovenia established a 27:18 halftime lead. They used a massive 30:2 run in the fourth frame to secure the win. Blaza Ceh (180-F-03) and Vanja Manojlovic had 12 points each for Slovenia. Asi Anna-Gret (172-G-02) netted 8 points for Estonia.
Group C
Luxembourg - Kosovo 76-59 Luxembourg knocked down Kosovo to open win count in Group C. Luxembourg piled up a 39:30 halftime lead. They limited Kosovo to just 29 points in the second half and eased to the victory. Jo Oly (180-C-03) came up with 21 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists for Luxembourg. Kosovo answered with 26 points from Agnesa Rrahmani (167-PG-02).
Ireland - Switzerland 58-55 Ireland are now 3-1 in Group C after they edged Switzerland. Ireland recorded a 17:8 lead after the opening frame. Ireland sank 34 points in the second half and marched to the win. Hazel Finn (177-PG-03) tallied 15 points, 11 rebounds and 9 steals for the Irish side. Emma Chardon (189-SF-02) responded with 10 points for Switzerland.
Israel - Romania 73-39 Israel cruised past Romania for the fourth consecutive win in Group C. Israel dominated from start to finish. They recorded a 34:19 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Yarden Garzon chipped in 15 points, while Noa Givon (176-G-02) added 13 points for the winners. Anisia Croitoru (182-C-03) answered with 12 points for Romania.
Group D
Ukraine - Bosnia 60-38 Ukraine beat Bosnia to take 3-1 record in Podgorica. Ukraine grabbed a 20:12 halftime lead. They used a 30:8 massive rally in the third term to clear off for good. Lidiya Dzhus notched 16 points and 9 rebounds, while Anastasiia Kucheronok (175-F-02) added 13 points for Ukraine. Hena Spahic (170-G-02) replied with 17 points for Bosnia.
Norway - Albania 73-35 Norway breezed past Albania to clinch the first win in Group D. Norway posted a 24:10 lead ten minutes into the game. They triggered a 37:14 second half run to march to the victory. Fattima Mohammad (170-G-03) stepped up with 17 points for Norway. Klea Kaci (172-SF-04) answered with 13 points for Albania.
Division B. Day 3 in Podgorica - Aug 18, 2018
Group A
Iceland - Greece 39-81 Greece knocked down Iceland to improve at 3-0 record in Group A. Greece accumulated a 32:18 halftime lead. The Hellenes went on a 27:3 run in the third term to clear off for good. Eleni Bosgana (189-SF-03) stepped up with 15 points for the winners. Eva Davidsdottir (171-G-02) replied with 14 points for Iceland.
Montenegro - United Kingdom 49-43 Montenegro registered the second win in Group A. They topped Great Britain for 2-1 record. Marija Lekovic (166-PG-03) came up with 17 points and 10 rebounds for the Balkan team. Montenegro accumulated a 25:23 halftime lead. They followed with a 20:13 run in the third term to take a decisive lead. Anastasija Drobnjak (181-SG-02) produced 10 points in the victory. Cameron Taylor-Willis (185-C-02) replied with 11 points for Great Britain.
Sweden - FYR Macedonia 62-41 Sweden toppled FYR Macedonia to remain undefeated in Group A. Sweden accumulated a 26:11 halftime lead. They sank 25 points in the third term to take a comfortable 21-point lead. Matilda Ekh (181-F-02) and Julia Nystrom (169-PG-02) netted 17 points each for the Scandinavian team. Gabriela Modeva (184-F/C-03) answered with 8 points for FYR Macedonia.
Group B
Slovenia - Slovakia 58-41 Slovenia held off Slovakia to improve at 2-1 record in Group B. Slovenia accumulated a 33:15 halftime lead. They protected the lead throughout the second half and rallied to the victory. Sara Garic (181-F-03) had 11 points, while Ana Micunovic (172-G-03) added 10 points in the win. Natalia Malkova (167-SG-02) and Lucia Zilinska (190-C-02) chipped in 7 points each for Slovakia.
Bulgaria - Portugal 39-59 Portugal thumped Bulgaria for the third consecutive win in Group B. Portugal led from start to finish. They registered a 31:12 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Ines Vieira (165-G-03) produced 9 points for Portugal. Beatriz Santos (172-SG-02) had 8 points for the winners. Anastasia Kaleva (185-C-04) scored 9 points and grabbed 12 rebounds for Bulgaria.
Group C
Kosovo - Ireland 40-72 Ireland outgunned Kosovo for the second win in Group C. Ireland accumulated a 37:19 halftime lead. Ireland went on a 35:21 second half run to seal the winning outcome. Hazel Finn (177-PG-03) tallied 16 points and 10 rebounds for the Irish side. Agnesa Rrahmani (167-PG-02) answered with 11 points for Kosovo.
Romania - Luxembourg 56-44 Romania recorded the third win in a row as they beat Luxembourg. Romania trailed by as many as 12 points at the first break. But they responded with a 23:10 run in the second period to ensure a 31:30 halftime lead. Romania held Luxembourg to just 14 points in the second half to race to the win. Anamaria Pop (170-PG-02) had 15 points for the winners. Marie Stoffel (173-SG-03) answered with 12 points for Luxembourg.
Switzerland - Israel 39-87 Israel overcame Switzerland to improve at 3-0 record in Group C. Israel piled up a massive 52:16 halftime lead and cruised to the win in the second half. Yarden Garzon (183-F-03) scored 17 points, while Emma Rinat and Noa Givon (176-G-02) had 12 points each for Israel. Stephanie Martinez (172-G-04) answered with 10 points for Switzerland.
Group D
Belarus - Norway 77-42 Belarus ensured the third consecutive win in Group D. They coasted past Norway behind 26 points and 13 rebounds from Iryna Venskaya (165-G-02). Yana Liabedzich (188-C-02) added 17 points and 8 boards for Belarus. They piled up a 36:16 halftime lead and eased to the victory in the second half. Maria Myklebust (183-F-03) tossed in 19 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for Norway.
Albania - Ukraine 34-66 Ukraine thumped Albania to gain 2-1 record in Podgorica. Ukraine built a 21:15 halftime lead. They held Albania to just 19 points in the second half and raced to the victory. Anastasiia Kucheronok (175-F-02) posted 17 points, while Vladyslava Kiba (176-SF-02) added 16 points for Ukraine. Klea Kaci (172-SF-04) replied with 10 points for Albania.
Bosnia - Finland 49-73 Finland edged Bosnia for the third straight win in Group D. Bosnia led by 2 points at halftime. However Finland triggered a 24:11 run in the third term to surge ahead. They followed with a 22:9 run in the fourth stanza to ice the win. Janette Aarnio (178-F-02) came up with 20 points and 8 steals, while Kati Ollilainen (173-G-03) added 16 points for the winners. Uma Bobic (180-SF-03) had 19 points and 12 rebounds for Bosnia.
Division B. Day 2 in Podgorica - Aug 17, 2018
Group A
Iceland - Montenegro 58-63 Montenegro registered the first win in Group A. They outlasted Iceland for 1-1 record. Maja Bigovic (193-C-02) netted 16 points to lead the Balkan team. Montenegro accumulated a 35:23 halftime lead. Iceland went on a strong second half rally but came up short at the end. Ksenija Scepanovic (186-PF-02) had 14 points for Montenegro. Hjordis Traustadottir (175-F-02) replied with 12 points for Iceland.
Greece - FYR Macedonia 83-41 Greece coasted past FYR Macedonia for the second win in Podgorica. Greece accounted for a comfortable 42:24 halftime advantage. They sank 41 points in the second half to ease to the win. Lamprini Polymeni (173-G-03) notched 16 points for the Hellenes. Ilina Selcova (170-PG-02) responded with 17 points and 8 rebounds for FYR Macedonia.
United Kingdom - Sweden 43-60 Sweden outscored Great Britain for the second straight win in Group A. Sweden went on an 18:8 run in the second period to take a 10-point halftime lead. Sweden used a 17:10 run in the third term to clear off for good. Julia Nystrom (169-PG-02) had 14 points, while Lovisa Fjellner (186-C-02) had 9 points in the win. Lilly Annim (184-C-02) replied with 10 points and 14 rebounds for Great Britain.
Group B
Portugal - Slovenia 64-50 Portugal knocked down Slovenia to remain perfect in Podgorica. Portugal grabbed a 34:20 halftime advantage. Slovenia pulled within 10 points at the final intermission. But Portugal used an 18:14 rally in the fourth term to secure the win. Adriana Martins (166-G-02) provided 26 points for the winning side. Zala Srot (184-F-04) answered with 10 points and 11 rebounds for Slovenia.
Slovakia - Estonia 47-48 Estonia nipped Slovakia for the first win in Group B. The Baltic team accumulated a 26:19 halftime lead. Slovakia tied things up at 35 heading into the fourth term. Estonia limited Slovakia to just 12 points in the final quarter and snatched the win. Asi Anna notched 16 points and 7 rebounds for Estonia. Martina Dovcikova (182-SG-02) answered with 9 points for Slovakia.
Group C
Israel - Luxembourg 78-46 Yarden Garzon (183-F-03) notched 26 points to lead Israel past Luxembourg. Israel posted a 35:24 halftime lead. They ignited a 20:7 run in the third period to clear off for good. Eden Zipel (183-F-02) had 11 points in the victory. Jo Oly netted 17 points and collected 8 rebounds for Luxembourg.
Switzerland - Kosovo 59-41 Switzerland outgunned Kosovo to gain the first win in Podgorica. Emma Chardon (189-SF-02) posted 30 points and 12 rebounds for the Swiss team. Kosovo built a 13:8 lead after ten minutes. But Switzerland held their opponents to just 28 points in the next three periods and raced to the win. Stephanie Martinez (172-G-04) had 10 points for Switzerland. Agnesa Rrahmani (167-PG-02) answered with 15 points for Kosovo.
Ireland - Romania 50-57 Romania fired past Ireland to improve at 2-0 record. Rebecca Lipovan (170-G-02) netted 15 points for the winners. Romania claimed a 24:18 halftime lead. Romania stretched the gap at 8-point mark at the final intermission and maintained the lead throughout the fourth term. Anamaria Pop (170-PG-02) had 12 points in the victory. Erin Maguire (166-G-02) and Hazel Finn (177-PG-03) answered with 11 points each for Ireland.
Group D
Bosnia - Albania 86-32 Bosnia opened win count in Group D. They stormed past Albania behind 21 points and 7 assists for Hena Spahic (170-G-02). Bosnia accumulated a 48:11 halftime lead. They went on a 38:21 second half run to ice the victory. Andjela Sipka (184-F-02) had 13 points in the win. Klea Kaci (172-SF-04) notched 8 points for Albania.
Finland - Norway 82-67 Finland outscored Norway for the second straight win in Group D. They trailed by three points at the interval. However Finland used a 24:7 run in the fourth frame to sneak past their opponents. Alexandra Ailus (168-G-02) had 24 points, while Henna Sandvik (180-G-03) netted 15 points for the winners. Hanne Nybo (180-F-02) responded with 16 points for Norway.
Ukraine - Belarus 47-63 Yana Liabedzich (188-C-02) tallied 23 points and 10 rebounds for Belarus as they rolled past Ukraine. Iryna Venskaya contributed 20 points, 10 steals, 8 rebounds and 6 assists in the victory. Belarus posted a 32:26 halftime advantage. They ignited a 23:4 rally in the fourth term to storm to the win. Vladyslava Kiba (176-SF-02) tossed in 13 points for Ukraine.
Division B. Day 1 in Podgorica - Aug 16, 2018
Group A
Montenegro - Greece 34-64 Greece thumped hosting Montenegro in the opening game. The Hellenes piled up a 38:10 halftime lead. Greece limited Montenegro to just 24 points in the second half and coasted to the win. Ioanna Chatz and Eleni Bosgana (189-SF-03) provided 15 points each for Greece. Anastasija Drobnjak (181-SG-02) netted 11 points for Montenegro.
FYR Macedonia - United Kingdom 44-53 Great Britain nipped FYR Macedonia in the opener. Great Britain posted a 16:9 lead after ten minutes. They followed with a 17;14 run in the fourth period to seal the win. Jade Mbam (170-PG-02) scored 20 points, while Amelia Sandie (170-G-02) added 13 points for the winners. Matea Atanasovska (176-F/G-02) replied with 11 points for FYR Macedonia.
Sweden - Iceland 86-42 Sweden cruised past Iceland in the first game in Podgorica. Sweden dominated from start to finish. They recorded a 41:20 halftime lead. Sweden used a 24:7 run in the fourth period to ice the victory. Matilda Ekh (181-F-02) came up with 17 points and 11 rebounds for the Scandinavian team. Edda Karisdottir replied with 8 points for Iceland.
Group B
Estonia - Portugal 54-65 Portugal outscored Estonia in the first game at the championship. Portugal claimed a 21:12 lead after ten minutes. They went on a 16:12 run in the fourth period to secure the winning outcome. Natalia Santos posted 18 points, while Adriana Martins (166-G-02) added 13 points for Portugal. Asi Anna-Gret (172-G-02) replied with 23 points for Estonia.
Slovenia - Bulgaria 73-43 Marica Marguc posted 11 points and 8 rebounds to lead Slovenia past Bulgaria. Slovenia built a 37:25 halftime advantage. They held Bulgaria to only 18 points in the second half to march to the win. Anastasia Kalieva and Il Georgieva banked in 10 points each in the loss.
Group C
Kosovo - Israel 34-94 Israel cruised past Kosovo to enjoy the opening win at the tournament. Israel recorded a comfortable 55:10 halftime lead. Israel held Kosovo to 24 points in the second half and raced to the win. Eden Zipel (183-F-02) had 18 points, while Yarden Garzon (183-F-03) added 12 points for the winners. Sara Vranici (176-SF-02) answered with 15 points for Kosovo.
Luxembourg - Ireland 68-73 OT Ireland outlasted Luxembourg in overtime to gain the first win in Group C. Hazel Finn (177-PG-03) delivered 22 points and 8 rebounds to lead the Irish team. Ireland trailed by one point at halftime. They denied the deficit in the second half and forced overtime. Ireland sank 13 points in the extra period to register victory. Fatimah Akorede (180-F-02) netted 20 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in the win. Jo Oly had 18 points and 10 rebounds for Luxembourg.
Romania - Switzerland 58-49 Romania beat Switzerland to open win count in Montenegro. Eva Petrof (176-SF-02) and Alexandra Mangra (165-G-02) came up with 10 points each for the winning team. Romania built a 23:12 halftime lead. They entered the final period up by 12 points and never looked back en route to the win. Emma Chardon (189-SF-02) replied with 25 points and 14 rebounds for Switzerland.
Group D
Albania - Finland 43-139 Finland coasted past Albania in the first game in Podgorica. Nine players scored in double digits for the winners. Kati Ollilainen (173-G-03) posted 20 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists in the victory. Finland recorded a 68:31 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Janette Aarnio (178-F-02) had 17 points and 11 rebounds for Finland. Klea Kaci replied with 10 points for Albania.
Norway - Ukraine 53-60 Ukraine rolled past Norway to clinch the first win in Group D. Vladyslava Kiba (176-SF-02) was pivotal for Ukraine with 23 points and 9 rebounds. Norway posted a 27:23 halftime lead. However Ukraine responded with a 20:8 run in the third term to take the lead. They protected it throughout the fourth quarter and marched to the victory. Lidiya Dzhus (187-PF-02) had 16 points for Ukraine. Karyn-Sofie Sanford answered with 19 points for Norway.
Belarus - Bosnia 83-54 Belarus thumped Bosnia in the opener. Anastasiya Babak (177-F-02) produced 25 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Belarus secured a 39:22 halftime advantage. They did not loosen the grasp in the second half and raced to the victory. Iryna Venskaya chipped in 23 points for Belarus. Uma Bobic (180-SF-03) responded with 24 points and 13 rebounds for Bosnia.
Division C: Austria crowned champions - Jul 9, 2018
Group FINAL
Austria - Scotland 69-48 Austria were crowned champions at the FIBA U16 Women's European Championship 2018, Division C after completing their undefeated march to gold in Moldova, with a well-deserved win over Scotland in the Final.
Having led from tip-off to the final buzzer, the Aldin Saracevic-coached team secured a 69-48 victory on Sunday to put a knot on Austria's maiden medal in official FIBA youth competitions.
It took a while for the Austrian side to pull away from Scotland, but forceful second-half performances by Charis Kluger (173-G-02) and Veronika Heiss (178-F-02) proved enough to get the job done.
Only two possessions separated the sides after the first half, but a 9-0 run for Austria early in the third quarter broke the game wide open and proved to be the turning point, as the margin grew to 42-29.
Kluger led all scorers with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 steals, Heiss collected 13 points and 5 rebounds, while Sophie Baydanov (176-G-03) and Sarah Winkler (177-F-02) added 8 points apiece.
For Scotland, Rose Harvey (175-SG-03) and Jannike Marshall (185-SF-03) had 15 and 12 points, respectively.
Group 3rd Place
Moldova - Georgia 50-51 Georgia joined Austria and Scotland on the podium after defeating tournament hosts Moldova 51-50 in a captivating thriller for third-place, with Nino Gadelia (168-PG-02) stealing it for the visitors with a game-winning basket with 11 seconds left to play.
Gadelia and Keti Danelashvili (178-F-02) both double-doubled with 18 points apiece, while Fiama Troian (175-SF-02) had 15 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists for Moldova.
Group Class 5-6
Malta - Wales 47-43 Malta signed off on a high note, edging out Wales for a 47-43 victory in the Classification Game for 5th place
Group Class 7-8
Gibraltar - Monaco 21-82 Monaco avoided the wooden spoon by routing Gibraltar 82-21
Division C: Day 4 in Moldova, Austria and Scotland are going in big final - Jul 8, 2018
Scotland - Georgia 63-57 In much more closer game Scotland managed to beat Georgia and place their names into big final against Austria. Amazing performance from Sophie Loughran (188-C-02) as she scored 24 points with 12 rebounds for double-double game against her name. Marie Morrison scored 8 points, she had 3 rebounds and 6 assists. In losing team of Georgia Nino Gadelia (168-PG-02) played stunning game with 20 points and 4 rebounds.
Austria - Moldova 82-37 Austria did it! Very easily they managed to outscored Moldova in big game as it's Semifinals of European Championshio U16 Division C for Womens. They outrun them, outscored them and completely dominated entire game, from first to last minute. End results says everything and that's 82:37 for Austrian team. Only one player didn't score anything in this game for Austria but everyone else had at least 2 points. Best performance we saw from Sarah Winkler (177-F-02) with 14 points, she was followed with same amount of points from Sophie Baydanov (176-G-03). In losing team Irina Rudaia (166-G-02) scored 10 points.
Group Class 5-8
Malta - Gibraltar 56-25 In a first battle for fifth place in this tournament Malta easily won a game against Gibraltar and will be playing last game on this tournament for fifth place against Wales on July 8. Three players combined 33 points and 17 rebounds for Malta. Ylenia Bonett (170-PF-03), Marie Buhagiar (172-PF-03) and Sasha Lecuyer (172-SG-02). In Maltese team Adriana Villada (174-G-04) scored almost half of the points for her team as he scored 12 out of 25 of Maltese points in this game. She grabbed also 5 rebounds.
Wales - Monaco 51-46 Isobel Bunyan (180-F-04) shined in victory of Wales against Monaco. 15 points and 16 rebounds game for true MVP and led her team in another victory on this tournament. Monaco was close but not that close enough to manage to take victory from Wales side. Fanny Voulfor (175-C-02) had 15 points and 5 rebounds for losing team.
Division C: Day 3 in Moldova - Jul 6, 2018
Group A
Georgia - Malta 38-57 Despite being on the receiving end of a 57-38 defeat against Malta in the other game, Georgia progressed to the Semi-Finals as the second seed, edging out Malta and Monaco in a three-way tie thanks to a 37-point win over the Monegasque players on the first day of the tournament.
Austria - Monaco 69-26 In their final contest in Group A, the Austrian side cruised to a 69-26 win against Monaco to ensure a first-place finish with a 3-0 record.
Group B
Gibraltar - Wales 38-34 Gibraltar surprised Wales with a 38-34 upset earlier in the day, Adriana Villada (174-G-04) scoring exactly half of the winning team's points.
Scotland - Moldova 57-53 After wins against Wales and Gibraltar, Scotland secured the top seed in Group B with a hard-fought 57-53 victory against tournament hosts Moldova, who also moved into the Medal Round after coming out on top in a three-way tie between teams with 1-3 records.
Division C: Day 2 in Moldova - Jul 5, 2018
Group A
Georgia - Austria 49-80 Sarah Winkler (177-F-02) starred for Austria in Group A once again. The 16-year-old forward netted 21 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to help her team inscribe an 80-49 victory against Georgia in a battle of two previously undefeated teams.
Malta - Monaco 59-66 The Philippe Beorchia coached Monaco team erased a double-digit fourth-quarter deficit to triumph 66-59 in extra time against Malta, with Hermance Marti (165-SG-03) leading the way with an unforgettable 26-point and 7-rebound performance.
Group B
Wales - Moldova 53-48 After losing their opening Group B fixture to Scotland, Wales also celebrated their maiden win in Chisinau, outlasting tournament hosts Moldova 53-48 in overtime behind the second consecutive double-double by Isobel Bunyan (180-F-04), who finished the game with 12 points, 12 rebounds and 5 steals.
Gibraltar - Scotland 34-71 Meanwhile, the Rose Harvey (175-SG-03 -led Scotland moved to 2-0 in the standings with a convincing 71-34 triumph over Gibraltar after locking down defensively and not conceding a single point in the fourth quarter.
Division C: Day 1 in Moldova - Jul 4, 2018
Group A
Monaco - Georgia 40-77 Georgia didn't allow Monaco to do any surprise in this game. 40:77 for Georgia with every quarter in their favor is what is the end result of this game. Maia Dvali (178-F-02) scored 17 points with 10 rebounds for double-double game for her, she was followed with good performance today with Nino Gadelia (168-PG-02) with 20 points and 5 rebounds. Hermance Marti (165-SG-03) scored 16 points for losing side of Monaco.
Austria - Malta 111-22 Easy win in the opener for Austria against Malta. Bench players scored 78 out of 111 points for Austria. Austria won every quarter in this game but most efficient was last one when they scored 29 and allowed Malta only 2 points. 11 out of 12 players scored at least 4 points in Austria, but most efficient was Sarah Winkler (177-F-02) and Charis Kluger (173-G-02), both with 17 points. In losing team Sasha Lecuyer (172-SG-02) scored 9 points.
Group B
Moldova - Gibraltar 62-45 Last quarter was something that decided this game. After halftime Moldova had only 6 point lead (31:25), but they break through this game and won it last 10 minutes with 18:8. Starting five players shined for Moldova as they scored 42 out 62 points in their win. Moldova also out-rebounded Gibraltar with 24 more rebounds alongside their name (59:35). Fiama Troian (175-SF-02) scored 21 points with 20 (!) rebounds. Absolute MVP of the game. Adriana Villada (174-G-04) led Gibraltar team with 23 points and 7 rebounds.
Scotland - Wales 61-48 Second quarter was decider for Scotland National Team in this game, they ended that quarter with +8 victory for halftime result of 31:23. That helped them a lot as they played more calmly in second part of the game so they didn't let Wales to do any surprise. Biggest difference in this game was better shooting for Scotland for 2PT. Scotland was having 25/66, while Wales had 17/64. Winning team was led by Sophie Loughran (188-C-02) and Marie Morrison (165-PG-03), they combined 23 points and 20 rebounds. For Wales best was Isobel Bunyan (180-F-04) with 15 points and 10 rebounds.
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