Lithuania - Russia 66-73 Russia conquered the title in Skopje. They outscored Lithuania in the championship game tonight. Anastasiia Kosu (183-F-05) came up with 27 points and 14 rebounds to pace the winners. Lithuania sank 24 points in the first term to take a 4-point lead. They arrived at halftime up by three points 38:35. But Russia denied the deficit in the third term. They eked out a 54:53 lead at the final intermission. Russia held their opponents to just 13 points in the fourth period and raced to the trophy. Sabrina Dovnar-Zapolskaia (169-G-03) produced 15 points in the win. Juste Jocyte (184-F-05) replied with impressive 33 points and 9 rebounds for Lithuania.
3-4 Place
France - Spain 57-72 Spain stepped onto the pedestal in Skopje. They edged France to clinch the Bronze medals. Spain cleared off to a 42:24 halftime lead. France cut the distance at 11 points at the final break. But Spain held France to just 14 points in the fourth term and rallied to the win. Chisomaga Okafor (185-PF-03) produced 23 points and 10 rebounds, while Elena Buenavida (174-PG-04) added 16 points and 9 caroms for Spain. Leila Lacan (174-PG-04) replied with 21 points for France.
5-6 Place
Belgium - Italy 54-62 Italy toppled Belgium to earn the fifth position at the championship. Italy dominated in the first half. They grabbed a 37:21 halftime lead. Belgium pulled closer in the second half but could not avoid the loss. Laura Toffali (170-SG-03) produced 13 points, while Carlotta Zanardi (175-G-05) had 12 points in the win. Julia Franquin (185-F-03) replied with 20 points and 9 rebounds for Belgium.
7-8 Place
Czech Republic - Latvia 80-45 Czech Republic outscored Latvia to earn the 7th position in Skopje. Czech Republic recorded a 37:22 halftime lead. They followed with a strong 43:23 second half run to seal the win. Laura Miksikova (181-G-03) delivered 12 points, while Valentyna Kadlecova (04) added 11 points in the victory. Vanesa Jasa (178-SF-03) and Marta Leimaneleimane (178-SF-03) replied with 8 points each for Latvia.
9-10 Place
Finland - Germany 42-63 Germany ended their campaign in Skopje with victory. They drubbed Finland to earn the 9th place. Germany claimed a 35:18 halftime lead. They held Finland to just 24 points in the second half and raced to the victory. Franka Wittenberg (175-PG-03) and Olivia Borsutzki (178-F-03) netted 13 points each for the winners. Klaara Mekkonen (185-C-03) replied with 10 points for Finland.
11-12 Place
Hungary - Greece 65-52 Hungary edged Greece to earn the 11th position in Skopje. Hungary recorded a 39:21 halftime lead. They controlled the tempo in the second half and rallied to the victory. Lili Krasovec (187-PF-03) posted 16 points, while Virag Pfeiffer (168-G-04) added 15 points in the win. Eleni Bosgana (193-F-03) replied with 12 points and 9 rebounds for Greece.
13-14 Place
Poland - Denmark 56-68 Denmark claimed a crucial win over Poland to remain in Division A. Poland and Denmark were tied at 27 after twenty minutes. But Denmark dropped 41 points in the second half and rallied to the win. Michala Bork (174-F-03) had 21 points, while Lisa Michaelsen (185-C-03) added 12 points and 8 rebounds in the victory. Maja Kozlowska (186-C-03) replied with 12 points for Poland.
15-16 Place
Sweden - Turkey 50-55 Turkey overcame Sweden to finish their campaign on a high note. Turkey jumped to a 37:18 halftime lead. Sweden cut the distance to 4 points at the final break. But Turkey held their opponents to just 12 points in the fourth term to snatch the win. Mariya Taser (175-SG-03) came up with 20 points for Turkey. Emma Johansson (187-C-03) replied with 15 points for Sweden.
Russia and Lithuania advance into Final in Skopje - Aug 29, 2019
SEMIS
Spain - Russia 60-64 Anastasiia Bocharova (185-F-03) knocked down 18 points to lead Russia past Spain in the semifinal battle. Spain grabbed a 15:14 lead after ten minutes. Russia used an 18:7 run in the second frame to ensure a 32:22 halftime lead. They secured a 10-point lead heading into the fourth frame. Spain sank 20 points in the final quarter but came up short of win at the end. Anastasiia Kosu (183-F-05) and Iana Pashkovskaia (175-G-03) delivered 11 points each for Russia. Anna Prim (168-G-03) replied with 13 points for Spain.
France - Lithuania 51-54 Lithuania topped France to advance into the championship game. Lithuania trailed by three points at the first break 11:14. But they went on a 16:9 run in the second term to surge ahead. France pulled within one point at the final intermission. However Lithuania went on an 18:16 rally in the fourth period to snatch the victory. Juste Jocyte (184-F-05) had 20 points and 15 rebounds, while Audrone Zdaneviciute (167-PG-03) added 12 points and 9 boards for the winners. Sara Roumy (180-SG-03) replied with 18 points for France.
Lithuania, Spain, France and Russia enter semifinals in Skopje - Aug 27, 2019
Quarterfinals
Italy - Spain 53-73 Spain stormed past Italy to complete the semifinal picture in Skopje. Chisomaga Okafor (185-PF-03) scored 12 points to pace the winners. Spain stunned their opponents in the first half. They went on a strong 50:23 run to clear off. Spain controlled the game in the second half and raced to the victory. Claudia Soriano (170-PG-03) chipped in 11 points for the winners. Matilde Villa (170-SG-14) replied with 19 points for Italy.
France - Belgium 62-41 France cruised past Belgium to advance into the semifinal stage. France recorded a 21:9 lead after ten minutes. They went on a 21:9 run in the third term to build a decisive 16-point lead. Ines Debroise (169-PG-03) had 11 points, while Elyah Kiavi (174-G-03)i added 10 points for les Bleues. Julia Franquin (185-F-03) replied with 11 points for Belgium.
Russia - Latvia 65-63 Russia nipped Latvia in the quarterfinal clash. Russia grabbed a comfortable 40:24 halftime lead. But Latvia responded with a 23:13 run in the third term to pull closer. Latvia pulled within striking distance late in regulation but Russia hung on and snatched the win. Kristina Savkovich (184-F-03) had 17 points, while Anastasiia Kosu (183-F-05) added 16 points and 15 rebounds for the winning side. Vanesa Jasa (178-SF-03) responded with 26 points for Latvia.
Lithuania - Czech Republic 72-69 Lithuania held off Czech Republic to reach the Final Four in Skopje. The Baltic side got to a strong start. They piled up a 43:34 halftime lead. Czech Republic narrowed the deficit in the second half but could not avoid the loss. Audrone Zdaneviciute (167-PG-03) produced 26 points and 7 rebounds, while Juste Jocyte (184-F-05) added 20 points and 10 rebounds for the winning team. Valentyna Kadlecova (04) produced 18 points for Czech Republic.
Spain - Turkey 81-40 Spain defeated Turkey in Round of 16 game despite a slow start. Turkey led by three points at the first break. But Spain went on a massive 52:15 second half run to secure the victory. Chisomaga Okafor (185-PF-03) produced 13 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Ayse Yilmaz (171-PG-03) replied with 13 points for Turkey.
Czech Republic - Sweden 74-51 Czech Republic coasted past Sweden en route to the quarterfinals. The Czech team led by just 4 points at the big break 31:27. But they went on a 24:12 run in the third term to clear off for good. Nikola Zdenkova (169-G-03) notched 18 points in the win. Astrid Sandberg (03) and Tilda Sjokvist (169-G-03) replied with 10 points each for Sweden.
Germany - Italy 39-64 Italy stormed past Germany to advance into the quarterfinal stage. Italy dominated from start to finish. The Azzurri recorded a 38:24 halftime lead. They held Germany to just 15 points in the second half to race to the win. Matilde Villa (170-SG-14) netted 18 points, while Vittoria Blasigh and Laura Toffali had 12 points each for Italy. Franka Wittenberg tossed in 11 points for Germany.
Hungary - Lithuania 60-74 Lithuania outscored Hungary to pave their way into the quarterfinals. Lithuania had control right from the start. They registered a 24:15 lead ten minutes into the game. Lithuania stretched the lead to as many as 20 points at the big break. They followed with a 16:9 run in the third term to clear off for good. Juste Jocyte (184-F-05) provided 21 points, while Rusne Augustinaite (179-F-04) and Dominyka Gerkyte (172-G-03) had 11 points each for Lithuania. Lara Habling (182-F-03) replied with 13 points for Hungary.
France - Finland 65-56 France topped Finland to advance into the quarterfinal stage. Finland surprised their opponents with a 17:13 run in the first period. But France gradually took over. They used a 31:24 second half run to ice the win. Maia Hirsch (190-F-03) scored 15 points to lead the winners. Henna Sandvik (180-G-03) replied with 19 points and 9 rebounds for Finland.
Russia - Denmark 95-47 Russia cruised past Denmark in the Round of 16 clash. Russia grabbed a massive 58:29 halftime lead. They held Denmark to just 18 points in the second half to cruise to the victory. Sabrina Dovnar-Zapolskaia (169-G-03) accounted for 19 points, while Kristina Savkovich (184-F-03) added 15 points in the win. Sofia Hulten (183-F-03) replied with 10 points for Denmark.
Belgium - Poland 58-51 Belgium toppled Poland to remain in the title hunt. Belgium recorded a 29:25 halftime lead. Poland bounced back with a 19:12 run in the third term to take a 3-point lead. But Belgium limited Poland to just 7 points in the fourth quarter to snatch the win. Nastja Claessens (04) produced 19 points and 8 rebounds for Belgium. Agata Makurat (185-SG-04) replied with 21 points for Poland.
Greece - Latvia 55-60 Latvia defeated Greece to enter the quarterfinal stage. Greece dominated in the first half. The Hellenes recorded a 33:25 halftime lead. But Latvia turned things around in the second half. The Baltic side went on a 35:22 rally to snatch the win. Elizabete Bulane (170-PG-03) netted 13 points for Latvia. Eleni Bosgana (193-F-03) replied with 19 points and 12 rebounds for Greece.
France - Germany 61-53 France edged Germany to clinch the top position in Group A. Germany enjoyed a 15:10 lead after ten minutes. But France went on a 39:29 second half run to ice the win. Sara Roumy (180-SG-03), Elyah Kiavi (174-G-03) and Leila Lacan (174-PG-04) had 10 points each for the winners. Martha Pietsch (165-PG-03) replied with 17 points for Germany.
Denmark - Lithuania 40-76 Lithuania rallied past Denmark to improve at 2-1 record in Group A. Lithuania jumped to a 49:11 halftime lead. They controlled the tempo in the second half and rallied to the win. Dominyka Gerkyte (172-G-03) provided 23 points, while Rusne Augustinaite (179-F-04) had 14 points for the Baltic team. Lisa Michaelsen (185-C-03) replied with 10 points for Denmark.
Group B
Italy - Hungary 48-64 Hungary recorded the first win in Skopje. They cruised past Italy to earn the second position in Group B. Hungary recorded a 37:16 halftime lead. Italy slowed their opponents down in the second half but could not avoid the loss. Lara Habling (182-F-03) produced 19 points and 9 rebounds for Hungary. Vittoria Blasigh (175-PG-04) replied with 12 points for Italy.
Finland - Russia 54-78 Russia cruised past Finland to take the third straight win at the tournament. Russia piled up a 40:28 halftime lead. Russia outscored their opponents in the next two periods and raced to the victory. Anastasiia Kosu (183-F-05) accounted for 19 points and 16 rebounds for Russia. Kati Ollilainen (175-G-03) chipped in 13 points for Finland.
Group C
Spain - Latvia 90-52 Spain earned the third consecutive win in Skopje as they breezed past Latvia. Spain led from start to finish. They established a 48:26 halftime lead to clear off for good. Marta Morales (185-SF-03) netted 22 points for the winners. Enija Viksne (178-F-04) and Ieva Korzane (185-C-03) replied with 12 points each for Latvia.
Sweden - Belgium 35-71 Belgium knocked down Sweden to climb at 2-1 record in Group C. Belgium recorded a comfortable 43:11 halftime lead and never looked back in the second half. Emma Vindevogel (04) produced 18 points, while Julia Franquin (185-F-03) added 15 points for the winners. Tilda Sjokvist (169-G-03) had 6 points for Sweden.
Group D
Czech Republic - Turkey 78-45 Czech Republic stormed past Turkey to finish the preliminary round undefeated. Czech Republic recorded a 25:4 lead after ten minutes. They went on a 21:9 run in the fourth term to cruise to the victory. Nikola Zdenkova (169-G-03) produced 21 points for the winners. Selin Gul (184-PF-03) replied with 10 points for Turkey.
Greece - Poland 68-56 Greece topped Poland to record the second win in Skopje. Poland accumulated a 36:27 halftime lead. They entered the fourth period up by 10 points. But Greece struck back with a 26:4 run in the fourth stanza to seal the win. Eleni Bosgana (193-F-03) tallied 23 points and 10 rebounds for the Hellenes. Marta Sztaberska (173-G-03) replied with 12 points for Poland.
Lithuania - Germany 51-60 Germany knocked down Lithuania to improve at 2-0 record in Group A. The Baltic side posted a 27:24 halftime lead. But Germany responded with a 36:24 run in the second half to secure the win. Lina Sontag (187-SF-03) and Praise Egharevba (187-PF-03) tossed in 12 points each for Germany. Audrone Zdaneviciute (167-PG-03) replied with 24 points for Lithuania.
Denmark - France 29-97 France clinched the first win in Group A. They smashed Denmark to open win count. France grabbed a massive 46:7 halftime lead. They added 51 points in the second half to cruise to the win. Hawa Komara (182-PF-03) netted 14 points, while Leila Lacan (174-PG-04) and Sara Roumy (180-SG-03) had 13 points each for the winners. Sofia Hulten (183-F-03) replied with 6 points for Denmark.
Group B
Russia - Hungary 69-66 Russia held off Hungary to take 2-0 record in Group B. Russia jumped to a 24:15 lead ten minutes into the game. Hungary clawed their way back into the striking distance but Russia hung on to win the game. Anastasiia Kosu (183-F-05) provided 16 points and 20 rebounds for Russia. Lara Habling (182-F-03) replied with 18 points for Hungary.
Finland - Italy 49-70 Italy improved at 1-1 record following a comfortable win over Finland. Italy dominated throughout the game. They registered a 37:20 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Vittoria Blasigh (175-PG-04) stepped up with 24 points for the Azzurri. Juliana Haddad (175-G/F-04) replied with 11 points for Finland.
Group C
Belgium - Latvia 67-60 Belgium defeated Latvia to clinch the first win in Skopje. Belgium posted a 19:15 lead after ten minutes. They went on a 19:14 run in the third term to gain a decisive 7-point lead and protected it throughout the fourth stanza. Julia Franquin (185-F-03) produced 24 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Liva Krumina (184-SF-03) answered with 15 points for Latvia.
Sweden - Spain 24-83 Spain cruised past Sweden for 2-0 record in Group C. Spain accumulated a 39:12 halftime lead. They held Sweden to just 12 points in the second half to ease to the win. Chisomaga Okafor (185-PF-03) produced 12 points, while Elena Rodriguez (185-SG-03) added 10 points and 10 boards in the victory. Sara Berglund (180-C-03) chipped in 5 points for Sweden.
Group D
Poland - Turkey 50-39 Poland thumped Turkey to secure the first win in Group D. Turkey enjoyed a 29:24 halftime lead. But Poland held their opponents to just 10 points in the second half and snatched a key victory. Emily Kalenik (92-C-04) netted 12 points and grabbed 9 rebounds for Poland. Turkey answered with 8 points from Sudenur Akarpa (184-PF-04).
Greece - Czech Republic 47-58 Czech Republic topped Greece to gain the second straight win in Skopje. Czech Republic piled up a 30:20 halftime lead. They went on a 20:11 run in the third term to clear off for good. Nikola Zdenkova (169-G-03) provided 17 points in the win. Lamprini Polymeni (175-SG-03) replied with 17 points for Greece.
France - Lithuania 61-66 Lithuania surprised France in Group A opener. France led by six points at the interval 37:31 halftime lead. But Lithuania held their opponents to just 24 points in the second half and raced to the win. Juste Jocyte (184-F-05) knocked down 21 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, while Audrone Zdaneviciute (167-PG-03) had 20 points in the win. Sara Roumy (180-SG-03) replied with 24 points for France.
Germany - Denmark 92-39 Germany victoriously opened their campaign. They drubbed Denmark in the opener. Lina Sontag (187-SF-03) posted 17 points to lead the winners. Germany recorded a 52:18 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Franka Wittenberg (175-PG-03) had 13 points in the victory. Lisa Michaelsen (185-C-03) replied with 14 points for Denmark.
Group B
Italy - Russia 57-71 Russia overcame Italy to celebrate the first win in Skopje. Russia claimed a 39:31 halftime lead. Italy pulled within two points at the final break. However Russia replied with a 21:9 run in the fourth term to secure the winning outcome. Anastasiia Bocharova (185-F-03) netted 20 points, while Anastasiia Kosu (183-F-05) added 19 points and 16 rebounds for Russia. Sara Ronchi (180-F-03) answered with 20 points for Italy.
Hungary - Finland 63-70 Finland toppled Hungary in the opener. Finland trailed by four points after ten minutes. But they followed with a 35:24 run in the next two periods to surge ahead. They protected the lead throughout the final period and raced to the win. Henna Sandvik (180-G-03) tossed in 23 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, while Kati Ollilainen (175-G-03) notched 20 points and 14 rebounds in the win. Lara Habling (182-F-03) replied with 14 points for Hungary.
Group C
Spain - Belgium 71-43 Spain overcame Belgium to ensure the first win in Group C. Spain dominated from start to finish. They accumulated a comfortable 43:17 halftime lead. Spain went on an 18:10 run in the fourth period to seal the win. Marta Morales (185-SF-03) chipped in 14 points for Spain. Nastja Claessens (04) replied with 13 points for Belgium.
Latvia - Sweden 76-40 Latvia cruised past Sweden in Group C. Elizabete Bulane (170-PG-03) deposited 21 points and 8 assists to lead the winners. Latvia posted a 30:22 halftime lead. They ignited a massive 46:18 rally in the second half to ease to the victory. Emma Lundgren (183-F-03) replied with 12 points for Sweden.
Group D
Turkey - Greece 55-65 Greece topped Turkey to earn the first victory in Skopje. The Hellenes built a 36:29 halftime lead. They held Turkey to 26 points in the second half to march to the win. Eleni Bosgana (193-F-03) came up with 29 points and 16 rebounds to pace the winners. Mariya Taser (175-SG-03) answered with 16 points for Turkey.
Czech Republic - Poland 59-42 Czech Republic beat Poland to open win count at the tournament. The teams were tied at 23 at the big break. But Czech Republic went on a 23:9 run in the third term to clear off. They held Poland to just 10 points in the fourth stanza to ice the win. Valentyna Kadlecova (04) chipped in 13 points for the Czech side. Agata Makurat (185-SG-04) had 9 points and 10 rebounds for Poland.
Eurobasket.com All-European Championships U16 Division B Awards 2019 - Aug 26, 2019
Eurobasket.com All-European Championships U16 Division B 1st Team 2019
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MVP:Mojca Jelenc (197-F/C-03) of Slovenia Best Guard: Emma Rinat (172-G-03) of Israel Best Forward: Dorja Zaja (185-PF-04) of Croatia Best Center: Mojca Jelenc (197-F/C-03) of Slovenia
Division B. Slovenia top Portugal for title in Sofia - Aug 24, 2019
FINAL
Slovenia - Portugal 71-56 Slovenia celebrated Division B title. They overcame Portugal in the championship game tonight. Slovenia recorded a 37:22 halftime lead. Slovenia boosted the margin at 18-point mark at the final intermission and raced to the win. Mojca Jelenc (197-PF-03) produced 15 points and 10 rebounds, while Tara Pulevic (170-SG-03) and Zala Stor added 11 points each for the champions. Ana Vieira (178-SF-03) replied with 14 points for Portugal.
3-4 Place
Norway - Croatia 45-49 Croatia clinched Division A promotion. They topped Norway in the consolation final to step onto the pedestal. Norway stayed in charge throughout the first half. They recorded a 31:25 halftime lead. Croatia however stiffened defensively in the second half. They limited Norway to just 14 points and marched to the crucial win. Vivien Nejasmic (182-PF-04) knocked down 16 points and grabbed 11 rebounds for Croatia. Synne Jacobsen (183-F-03) banked in 16 points and 12 rebounds for Norway.
5-6 Place
United Kingdom - Serbia 63-75 Serbia outgunned United Kingdom to earn the fifth place. Serbia jumped off to a 27:17 lead at the first break. They stayed in charge throughout the reminder of the game to record win. Anja Bukvic (174-G/F-03) tossed in 22 points, while Adriana Dokovic (180-SF-03) netted 13 points for Serbia. Isobel Bunyan (180-F-04) answered with 15 points for United Kingdom.
7-8 Place
Ukraine - Bulgaria 68-62 Ukraine upset hosting Bulgaria to finish in the 7th position in Sofia. Bulgaria enjoyed a 34:29 halftime lead. But Ukraine sank 39 points in the second half and sneaked past their opponents. Kateryna Tkachenko (170-PG-04) delivered 13 points for Ukraine. Iliyana Georgieva (180-F-03) deposited 25 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists for Bulgaria.
9-10 Place
Belarus - Slovakia 46-43 Belarus outlasted Slovakia to clinch the ninth position in Sofia. Belarus dominated in the first half. They piled up a 26:18 halftime lead. Slovakia managed to slow their opponents down in the second half but came up short of win at the end. Palina Verabei (183-SF-04) connected for 14 points for Belarus. Vanda Kristlova (183-C-03) answered with 12 points for Slovakia.
11-12 Place
Israel - Ireland 66-46 Israel clinched the 11th position at the tournament. They beat Ireland on Saturday. Israel used a 19:4 run in the second term to take a 37:22 halftime lead. Israel held their opponents to just 24 points in the second half to ease to the win. Emma Rinat (172-G-03) produced 14 points for the winners. Kara McCleane (172-G-03) replied with 14 points for Ireland.
13-14 Place
Holland - Montenegro 76-70 Netherlands held off Montenegro to finish 13th in Sofia. Netherlands accumulated a 44:33 halftime lead. They held off Montenegro in the second half and marched to the win. Liselot Kulk (183-PF-03) had 16 points and 10 rebounds in the victory. Marija Lekovic (166-PG-03) answered with 16 points for Montenegro.
15-16 Place
Romania - Luxembourg 69-45 Romania occupied the 15th place in Bulgaria. They wrapped up their campaign with a comfortable win over Luxembourg. Romania built a 46:14 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Paloma Cucu (165-PG-03) netted 24 points for the winners. Kyra Coulon (180-SF-04) replied with 10 points for Luxembourg.
17-18 Place
Switzerland - Bosnia 60-66 Bosnia ended their campaign on a high note. They beat Switzerland to earn the 17th position. Bosnia used a massive 22:8 run in the first period to build the lead. The Swiss side denied the deficit in the next two periods but Bosnia followed with a 21:15 run in the fourth term to snatch the win. Stephanie Martinez (172-G-04) had 18 points for Switzerland. Amela Kurtalic (160-PG-03) provided 22 points for Bosnia.
19-20 Place
Kosovo - Austria 34-45 Austria earned the 19th place in Sofia as they topped Kosovo today. Austria trailed by as many as 11 points after ten minutes. But they went on a 31:8 run in the next two periods to spur ahead. Austria maintained the lead throughout the fourth term and raced to the victory. Sophie Baydanov (174-G-03) netted 15 points and grabbed 12 rebounds for Austria. Fjolla Ajeti (170-F-03) chipped in 15 points for Kosovo.
21-22 Place
North Macedonia - Iceland 43-84 Iceland crushed North Macedonia to end up their campaign on a winning note. Iceland dominated from start to finish to post a well-deserved victory. Elisabeth Aegisdottir (183-F/C-03) notched 20 points, while Lara Asgeirsdottir (176-F/G-03) added 16 points for the winners. Gabriela Modeva (195-C-03) replied with 18 points and 15 rebounds for North Macedonia.
Division B. Semifinals are set in Sofia - Aug 23, 2019
Quarterfinals
Croatia - Bulgaria 61-59 Croatia held off Bulgaria to advance into the semis in Sofia. Bulgaria accumulated a 32:28 halftime lead. However Croatia ignited a 17:9 run in the third term to take a 4-point lead at the final break. Bulgaria narrowed the deficit in the fourth term but could not avoid the loss. Vivien Nejasmic (182-PF-04) knocked down 14 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for Croatia. Iliyana Georgieva (180-F-03) provided 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for Bulgaria.
Portugal - Serbia 60-49 Portugal defeated Serbia to reach the semifinal stage in Sofia. Portugal grabbed a 14:11 lead after ten minutes. Serbia denied the deficit in the next two periods to take a 4-point lead at the final break. Portugal however ignited a strong 22:7 run in the fourth quarter to ice the win. Beatriz Polici (168-PG-03) tossed in 14 points, while Catarina Barreiros (169-SG-03) added 12 points for the winners. Jovana Boricic (177-SF-03) replied with 17 points and 12 rebounds for Serbia.
Slovenia - United Kingdom 57-40 Slovenia beat United Kingdom to advance into the semifinal stage in Sofia. United Kingdom grabbed a 13:10 lead after ten minutes. However Slovenia went on a 32:18 second half run to snatch the win. Hana Ivanusa (181-F-04) produced 15 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Isimenme Ozzy-Momodu (185-F-03) replied with 8 points and 20 rebounds for United Kingdom.
Ukraine - Norway 50-68 Norway stormed past Ukraine in the second half to pave their way into the semifinal. Ukraine enjoyed a 26:23 halftime lead. But Norway responded with a massive 45:24 second half rally to snatch the win. Karyn Sanford (176-G-03) produced 18 points, while Maria Myklebust (183-F-03) added 17 points and 10 rebounds for the Scandinavian team. Yana Katerynchyk (176-SF-03) replied with 18 points for Ukraine.
Division B. Slovenia and Portugal reach Final - Aug 23, 2019
SEMIS
Slovenia - Norway 67-60 Slovenia toppled Norway to advance into the title game in Sofia. Slovenia therefore clinched Division A promotion with the victory. Norway eked out an 11:10 lead after ten minutes. But Slovenia posted a 26:24 halftime lead. Norway regained the advantage in the third term but Slovenia unleashed 28 points in the fourth stanza to rally to the win. Ana Micunovic (172-G-03) netted 12 points, while Hana Ivanusa (181-F-04) added 10 points for Slovenia. Karyn Sanford (176-G-03) replied with 22 points for Norway.
Portugal - Croatia 49-45 Portugal paved their way into the Final and therefore Division A as they beat Croatia tonight. Portugal had control in the first half. They recorded a 26:17 halftime lead. Portugal ensured a 9-point lead at the final intermission. Croatia cut the distance in the fourth stanza but could not avoid the loss. Ana Vieira (178-SF-03) produced 18 points and 9 boards for the winners. Dorja Zaja (185-PF-04) answered with 16 points and 9 rebounds for Croatia.
Montenegro - Bosnia 57-51 Montenegro toppled Bosnia for the second win in Group A. Bosnia led by five points at the first break. Montenegro replied with a 14:5 run in the second term to secure a 30:26 halftime lead. Bosnia narrowed the gap at a single point heading into the fourth term. Montenegro used a 17:12 run in the final period to secure the win. Nikolina Ilic (180-PF-03) had 15 points for Montenegro. Amela Kurtalic (160-PG-03) responded with 19 points and 11 rebounds for Bosnia.
Romania - Iceland 46-47 Iceland nipped Romania for the first win in Sofia. Iceland grabbed a 31:26 halftime lead. Romania narrowed the distance in the fourth frame but could not avoid the loss. Julia Thasaphong (173-G-03) provided 13 points, 8 assists and 6 rebounds for the winners. Anisia Croitoru (182-C-03) replied with 15 points for Romania.
Serbia - Slovenia 51-72 Slovenia stormed past Serbia to earn the fifth straight win in Group A. Serbia enjoyed a 16:14 lead after ten minutes. But Slovenia used a 21:11 run in the second term to surge ahead. They held Serbia to 24 points in the second half to race to the win. Ana Micunovic (172-G-03) provided 17 points for the winners. Ana Milanovic (185-F-05) replied with 11 points and 10 rebounds for Serbia.
Group B
Austria - United Kingdom 44-66 United Kingdom toppled Austria to clinch the second position in Group B and advanced into the quarterfinal stage. United Kingdom recorded a 26:18 halftime lead. They went on a 22:11 run in the third term to clear off for good. Asha Andrews (170-G-03) produced 16 points for the winning side. Sophie Baydanov (174-G-03) replied with 19 points for Austria.
Belarus - Ireland 59-67 Ireland finished the preliminary round at 3-2 record in Group B. Belarus led by 3 points at the big break 35:32. But Ireland held their opponents to just 24 points in the second half and rallied to the win. Sarah Hickey (180-G-04) netted 18 points and collected 12 rebounds in the victory. Palina Kastsiukavets (175-SG-04) responded with 18 points for Belarus.
Portugal - Albania 118-31 Portugal breezed past Albania for the fifth straight win at the tournament. Portugal built a 51:12 halftime lead. They went on a 37:0 run in the third term to clear off for good. Catarina Barreiros (169-SG-03) notched 15 points for the winners. Klea Kaci (172-SF-04) replied with 18 points for Albania.
Group C
Israel - Switzerland 70-46 Israel fired past Switzerland to climb at 3-2 record in Sofia. Israel went on a massive 40:22 second half run to secure the victory. Emma Rinat (172-G-03) notched 17 points, while Maya Lowenstein (03) had 14 points for Israel. Stephanie Martinez (172-G-04) replied with 12 points for Switzerland.
Croatia - Slovakia 55-34 Croatia clinched the first place in Group C. They thumped Slovakia for 4-1 record. Croatia eked out a 20:19 halftime lead. They held Slovakia to only 15 points in the second half and rallied to the win. Iva Vunic (173-G-03) notched 12 points for Croatia. Vanda Kristlova (183-C-03) replied with 10 points and 14 rebounds for Slovakia.
Kosovo - Norway 43-67 Norway edged Kosovo for 4-1 record in Group C. Kosovo enjoyed a 31:26 halftime lead. But Norway replied with a strong 41:12 rally in the second half to ease to the victory. Maria Myklebust (183-F-03) accounted for 18 points for Norway. Fjolla Ajeti (170-F-03) replied with 14 points for Kosovo.
Group D
Bulgaria - Luxembourg 80-69 Bulgaria knocked down Luxembourg to earn the second place in Group D. Bulgaria clinched a 47:35 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 16-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the win. Iliyana Georgieva (180-F-03) produced 23 points and 13 rebounds, while Mikaela Damyanova (190-C-03) had 20 points and 10 caroms for Bulgaria. Kyra Coulon (180-SF-04) answered with 21 points and 9 rebounds for Luxembourg.
North Macedonia - Ukraine 37-80 Ukraine marched past North Macedonia to earn the top place in Group D. Ukraine registered a 40:18 halftime lead. They held North Macedonia to 19 points in the second half and drove to the win. Oleksandra Semenchuk (180-SF-04) produced 16 points for the winners. Iva Cholakoska (180-SF-03) replied with 10 points and 14 rebounds for North Macedonia.
Division B. Day 4 in Sofia - Aug 19, 2019
Group A
Serbia - Romania 62-37 Serbia claimed the fourth straight win in Group A. They thumped Romania to stay undefeated. Serbia posted a 29:15 halftime lead. They held Romania to just 22 points in the second half and rallied to the win. Marina Marcetic (175-G/F-03) provided 14 points for Serbia. Anisia Croitoru (182-C-03) replied with 14 points for Romania.
Iceland - Montenegro 59-63 Montenegro defeated Iceland to open win count in Sofia. They recorded an 18:9 lead after ten minutes. Iceland used a 22:9 run in the second term to surge ahead for a 31:27 halftime lead. But Montenegro used a 36:28 run in the second half to snatch the win. Jovana Savkovic (165-PG-05) produced 19 points and 9 rebounds in the victory. Lara Asgeirsdottir (176-F/G-03) replied with 10 points for Iceland.
Slovenia - Bosnia 87-36 Slovenia marched past Bosnia to remain undefeated in Group A. Slovenia piled up a 52:17 halftime lead. They held Bosnia to just 19 points in the second half and rallied to a comfortable win. Hana Ivanusa (181-F-04) recorded 18 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Uma Bobic (180-SF-03) replied with 17 points and 13 rebounds for Bosnia.
Group B
Albania - Austria 42-83 Austria crushed Albania to register the first victory in Sofia. Austria piled up a massive 51:23 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Mackendra Koenig (03) and Cora Horvath (04) chipped in 15 points each for the winners. Dea Hushi (173-SF-03) replied with 16 points for Albania.
Ireland - United Kingdom 54-61 United Kingdom topped Ireland for 2-2 record in Group B. The Irish side posted a 15:9 lead after ten minutes. United Kingdom responded with a 39:27 run in the next two periods to surge ahead for good. Asha Andrews (170-G-03) delivered 14 points for the winning team. Hazel Finn (177-PG-03) responded with 22 points for Ireland.
Belarus - Portugal 33-53 Portugal cruised past Belarus to improve at 4-0 record in Group B. Portugal registered a 35:13 halftime lead. They protected the lead well throughout the second half and rallied to the win. Jessica Azulay (177-SF-03) came up with 14 points and 10 rebounds in the victory. Karalina Sedach (170-SG-03) answered with 11 points for Belarus.
Group C
Croatia - Israel 56-61 Israel knocked down Croatia to climb at 2-2 record in Sofia. Emma Rinat (172-G-03) was pivotal with 30 points for the winners. Israel trailed by five points at the first break. But they followed with a 31:18 run in the next two quarters to take a decisive lead. Dorja Zaja (185-PF-04) had 18 points and 22 rebounds for Croatia.
Slovakia - Norway 45-62 Norway edged Slovakia for 3-1 record in Group C. Norway got to a strong start. They accumulated a 38:18 halftime lead. Slovakia cut the distance in the second half but could not avoid the loss. Karyn Sanford (176-G-03) posted 15 points and 10 rebounds for the Scandinavian team. Barbora Kolesarova (180-PF-03) replied with 10 points for Slovakia.
Switzerland - Kosovo 62-58 Switzerland opened win count in Group C. They held off Kosovo for the first win. Malia Mpondo (185-C-03) stepped up with 19 points and 10 rebounds for the Swiss team. The teams were tied at 28 after twenty minutes. Kosovo surged ahead in the third term but Switzerland answered with 23 points in the fourth stanza to snatch the win. Enisa Kamerolli (160-PG-03) tossed in 17 points for Kosovo.
Group D
Luxembourg - North Macedonia 92-47 Luxembourg clinched the first victory in Sofia. They crushed North Macedonia for 1-2 record. Luxembourg registered a 35:28 halftime lead. They went on a massive 57:19 second half run to ice the win. Kyra Coulon (180-SF-04) delivered 29 points for Luxembourg. Gabriela Modeva (195-C-03) tossed in 14 points for North Macedonia.
Ukraine - Holland 74-60 Ukraine climbed at 2-1 record after they topped Netherlands in Group D. Ukraine jumped to a 24:9 lead ten minutes into the game. They added 42 points in the second half and rallied to the win. Oleksandra Semenchuk (180-SF-04) tallied 21 points for Ukraine. Hennie Van Schaik (188-PF-03) banked in 15 points for Netherlands.
Division B. Day 3 in Sofia - Aug 17, 2019
Group A
Bosnia - Iceland 60-44 Bosnia celebrated the first win in Sofia. They beat Iceland to open win count. Bosnia accumulated a 36:23 halftime lead and protected it well throughout the second half. Uma Bobic (180-SF-03) came up with 17 points and 9 caroms for Bosnia. Viktoria Horne replied with 9 points for Iceland.
Montenegro - Serbia 53-70 Serbia secured the third win in a row as they beat Montenegro. Serbia trailed by 8 points after ten minutes. But they replied with a 21:8 run in the second term to ensure a 35:30 halftime lead. Serbia held their opponents to just 23 points in the second half and rallied to the win. Jovana Boricic (177-SF-03) had 21 points and 11 rebounds for Serbia. Marija Lekovic (166-PG-03) replied with 15 points for Montenegro.
Romania - Slovenia 37-67 Slovenia crushed Romania to gain the third straight win in Group A. Slovenia used a 26:12 lead in the first period to clear off. They went on a 23:4 rally in the third period to cruise to the victory. Mojca Jelenc (197-PF-03) notched 14 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Anisia Croitoru (182-C-03) replied with 16 points for Romania.
Group B
United Kingdom - Albania 84-47 United Kingdom earned the first win at the tournament as they breezed past Albania. United Kingdom went on a massive 42:11 first half run to clear off for good. Isimenme Ozzy-Momodu tallied 18 points and 23 rebounds for United Kingdom. Klea Kaci (172-SF-04) replied with 20 points for Albania.
Portugal - Ireland 68-67 Ines Araujo sank a layup with one second to go in regulation to carry Portugal past Ireland in Sofia. She finished with 25 points and 7 assists as Portugal climbed at 3-0 record. Ireland posted a 25:5 lead after ten minutes. But Portugal used a 29:13 run capped by Araujo's layup to steal the victory. Kara McCleane netted 17 points for Ireland.
Austria - Belarus 62-63 Belarus nipped Austria to take 3-0 record in Group B. Belarus and Austria were tied at 26 after twenty minutes. Belarus sank 21 points in the third term to take a one-point lead. They hung on in the fourth term to snatch a narrow win at the end. Palina Katlinskaya (184-C-03) provided 14 points for the winners. Mackendra Koenig tossed in 21 points for Austria.
Group C
Kosovo - Croatia 36-92 Croatia posted the third win in a row as they thumped Kosovo. Croatia registered a 47:14 halftime lead and cruised to the win in the second half. Tea Josipovic (185-04) tallied 24 points and 18 rebounds, while Vivien Nejasmic added 17 points and 13 rebounds for Croatia. Astera Tuhina (155-PG-04) provided 16 points for Kosovo.
Israel - Slovakia 54-73 Slovakia defeated Israel for the third straight win in Group C. Slovakia recorded a 36:27 halftime lead. They held Israel to just 27 points in the second half and marched to the win. Ema Spisiakova chipped in 13 points, while Kamila Jarosova had 12 points for Slovakia. Emma Rinat (172-G-03) banked in 19 points for Israel.
Norway - Switzerland 67-41 Norway cruised past Switzerland to take 2-1 record in Group C. Norway established a 39:21 halftime lead. They held Switzerland to just 4 points in the fourth quarter to secure a comfortable win. Karyn Sofie Sanford (176-G-03) registered 23 points for Norway. Stephanie Martinez (172-G-04) tossed in 10 points for Switzerland.
Group D
North Macedonia - Bulgaria 43-95 Bulgaria thrashed North Macedonia to ensure the second victory in Group D. Bulgaria recorded a 44:20 halftime lead. They added 51 points in the second half to march to the win. Valentina Veselinova (171-F-03) netted 18 points, while Iliyana Georgieva (180-F-03) topscored with 19 points for Bulgaria. Nina Zafirova netted 12 points for North Macedonia.
Holland - Luxembourg 72-63 Netherlands gained the third victory in Sofia as they topped Luxembourg. Netherlands trailed by four points at the interval 34:38. But they used a strong 38:25 second half run to secure the win. Lotte Van Kruistum accounted for 17 points for Netherlands. Marie Stoffel (173-SG-03) answered with 21 points for Luxembourg.
Division B. Day 2 in Sofia - Aug 16, 2019
Group A
Slovenia - Iceland 83-46 Slovenia cruised past Iceland to improve at 2-0 record in Group A. Slovenia went on a massive 50:23 second half run to ice the victory. Anja Dragar (179-PG-03) notched 15 points, while Zala Stor added 13 points in the win. Lara Asgeirsdottir replied with 12 points for Iceland.
Romania - Montenegro 56-33 Romania beat Montenegro for the second straight win in Group A. Romania piled up a 34:15 halftime lead. They held Montenegro to just 18 points in the second half and rallied to the win. Paloma Cucu came up with 19 points, 7 assists and 5 rebounds for the winners. Jovana Savkovic (165-PG-05) replied with 9 points for Montenegro.
Serbia - Bosnia 73-62 Serbia posted the second straight win in Group A. They held off Bosnia to remain undefeated. Serbia posted a 27:12 lead after ten minutes. They followed with a 15:10 run in the fourth term to rally to the win. Marina Marcetic (03) recorded 21 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Azra Niksic (190-C-03) replied with 22 points for Bosnia.
Group B
Portugal - Austria 82-28 Portugal breezed past Austria for the second consecutive win in Sofia. Portugal accumulated a 41:20 halftime lead. They held Austria to just 8 points in the second half and coasted to the win. Ana Vieira provided 20 points, while Filipa Andrade added 12 points for Portugal. Nina Munk chipped in 7 points for Austria.
Belarus - United Kingdom 61-58 Belarus held off United Kingdom to climb at 2-0 record atop of Group B. The teams went neck and neck throughout the entire the game. Belarus and United Kingdom were tied at 25 heading into the second half. They sank 36 points in the second half and eked out a narrow win. Palina Kastsiukavets (04) had 17 points, while Yana Zakharevich (04) accounted for 13 points for the winning side. Isimenme Ozzy-Momodu replied with 16 points and 20 rebounds for United Kingdom.
Ireland - Albania 106-37 Ireland claimed the second victory in Group B. They breezed past Albania to take 2-0 record. Ireland posted a 56:13 halftime lead. They added 50 points in the second half and cruised to the win. Miah Ryan came up with 24 points for the winners. Klea Kaci (172-SF-04) replied with 24 points for Albania.
Group C
Israel - Kosovo 69-44 Israel beat Kosovo for 1-1 record in Group C. Israel posted a 33:24 halftime lead. They held Kosovo to 20 points in the second half to march to the win. Emma Rinat (172-G-03) delivered 17 points, while Maya Lowenstein added 13 points for Israel. Astera Tuhina (155-PG-04) netted 14 points for Kosovo.
Slovakia - Switzerland 69-40 Slovakia trounced Switzerland to gain the second victory in Sofia. Slovakia recorded a 35:15 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Kamila Jarosova provided 12 points and 8 rebounds for Slovakia. Malia Mpondo (182-C-03) chipped in 9 points for Switzerland.
Croatia - Norway 80-37 Croatia stormed past Norway for the second win in a row in Group C. Croatia grabbed a 43:20 halftime advantage. They went on a 37:17 rally in the second half to ease to the win. Dorja Zaja (185-PF-04) chipped in 17 points and collected 14 rebounds, while Helena Galunic added 13 points for Croatia. Karyn Sofie Sanford (176-G-03) replied with 8 points for Norway.
Group D
Bulgaria - Holland 64-68 Netherlands topped Bulgaria to improve at 2-0 record in Group D. Netherlands accounted for a 41:31 halftime lead. Bulgaria cut the deficit to 2 points at the final intermission. Netherlands limited the hosts to 10 points in the fourth stanza and got away with the win. Liselot Kulk (183-PF-03) and Hennie Van Schaik chipped in 13 points apiece for Netherlands. Iliyana Georgieva (180-F-03) knocked down 25 points for Bulgaria.
Luxembourg - Ukraine 42-83 Ukraine outgunned Luxembourg to record the first win in Sofia. Ukraine used a massive 51:15 second half run to run away with the victory. Oleksandra Semenchuk (04) notched 15 points and 7 rebounds for Ukraine. Marie Stoffel (173-SG-03) had 10 points and 10 rebounds for Luxembourg.
Division C. Cyprus crowned champions in Chisinau - Jul 21, 2019
FINAL
Georgia - Cyprus 38-75 Cyprus conquered the Gold medals in Chisinau. They stormed past Georgia in the title game. Cyprus dominated from start to finish. They accumulated a 36:19 halftime lead. Cyprus followed with a 39:19 rally in the second half to seal the win. Panagiota Kyriakou (177-G-03) came up with 21 points and 11 rebounds, while Ioanna Kyprianou (160-PG-03) added 13 points, 15 rebounds and 8 assists for Cyprus. Keso Barbakadze (192-C-03) replied with 16 points and 19 rebounds for Georgia.
3-4 Place
Scotland - Moldova 76-35 Scotland fired past Moldova to finish in the third position at the tournament. Scotland claimed a 39:22 halftime lead. They held Moldova to just 13 points in the second half and raced to the win. Eva Morrison (173-G-03) accounted for 14 points, while Jenni Torrance (168-G-04) added 12 points for Scotland. Avelina Glavan (165-G-06) replied with 9 points for Moldova.
Division C. Cyprus and Georgia advance into Final - Jul 20, 2019
SEMIS
Cyprus - Moldova 80-37 Cyprus outgunned Moldova to enter the title game in Chisinau. Cyprus accumulated a 43:15 halftime lead. Cyprus held Moldova to just 22 points in the second half and raced to the win. Panagiota Kyriakou (177-G-03) netted 16 points, while Demetra Papalla (184-C/F-03) added 13 points and 10 rebounds for Cyprus. Valeria Buzadji (175-PF-04) replied with 12 points and 10 rebounds for Moldova.
Georgia - Scotland 65-63 Keso Barbakadze (192-C-03) accounted for 17 points and 18 rebounds for Georgia as they rolled past Scotland in the semis. Scotland eked out a 26:24 halftime lead. But Georgia went on a 22:14 run in the third quarter to surge ahead for good. Tamar Papuashvili (180-PF-03) chipped in 15 points for Georgia. Taryn Cummins (178-SG-03) netted 15 points and grabbed 8 rebounds for Scotland.
Division C. Semifinals are set in Chisinau - Jul 18, 2019
Group A
Gibraltar - Georgia 35-73 Georgia secured the second straight win in Chisinau. They topped Gibraltar to clinch the first place in Group A. Georgia went on a strong 52:13 second half to ice the win. Keso Barbakadze (192-C-03) tallied 21 points and 23 rebounds, while Nona Tsomaia (165-PG-03) added 20 points and 10 assists for Georgia. Adriana Villada (174-G-04) responded with 12 points for Gibraltar.
Group B
Scotland - Malta 63-49 Scotland outscored Malta to earn the second win in Moldova. Malta led by five points at the first break. But Scotland went on a strong rally in the next three periods to ensure the winning outcome. Taryn Cummins (178-SG-03) recorded 16 points, while Jenni Torrance (168-G-04) added 10 points for the winners. Julia Borg (169-SF-04) answered with 13 points and 13 rebounds for Malta.
Wales - Cyprus 51-52 Cyprus nipped Wales to improve at 3-0 record in Group B. Cyprus jumped to a 15:9 lead ten minutes into the game. Wales pulled within striking distance in the next periods but came up short at the end. Ioanna Kyprianou (160-PG-03) delivered 16 points, while Panagiota Kyriakou (177-G-03) added 12 points and 9 rebounds for Cyprus. Esme Cornelius (185-C-03) replied with 12 points and 10 rebounds for Wales.
Division C. Day 2 in Chisinau - Jul 17, 2019
Group A
Moldova - Gibraltar 62-36 Moldova outgunned Gibraltar to improve at 1-0 record in Group A. Gibraltar posted a 14:12 lead after ten minutes. But the hosts used a 50:22 run in the reminder of the contest to secure the winning outcome. Valeria Buzadji (175-PF-04) tallied 23 points and 13 rebounds, while Vladislava Rusu (175-SF-04) added 12 points and 12 rebounds for Moldova. Adriana Villada (174-G-04) replied with 13 points for Gibraltar.
Group B
Wales - Scotland 50-61 Scotland knocked down Wales to register the first win in Chisinau. The teams went neck and neck throughout the first three quarters. Scotland though used a 21:13 run in the fourth frame to snatch the win. Jenni Torrance (168-G-04) posted 13 points, while Jannike Marshall (185-SF-03) had 10 points for the winning side. Oluwafumnilola Ofuwaiye (178-C-03) answered with 7 points and 13 rebounds for Wales.
Cyprus - Malta 65-40 Cyprus fired past Malta for the second straight win in Group B. Cyprus registered a 34:11 halftime advantage. They controlled the tempo in the second half and cruised to the victory. Sofia Sttylianidi (174-G-03) notched 15 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists for Cyprus. Marie Buhagiar (172-PF-03) had 10 points for Malta.
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