Russia and France reach Final in Matosinhos - Jul 27, 2014
SEMIFINALS
Spain - Russia 59-65 Russia stunned Spain to reach the title game in Matosinhos. Ksenia Levchenko (165-PG-96) scored 19 points to pace the winners. Spain accounted for a narrow 32:28 halftime lead. They stretched the margin at 5-point mark at the final intermission. But Russia responded with a 26:15 rally in the fourth quarter to seal the winning outcome. Daria Kolosovskaya (182-SF-96) recorded 17 points, while Zhosselina Maiga added 12 points in the victory. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) and Laia Flores (170-PG-96) answered with 18 points each for Spain.
France - Serbia 58-56 France nipped Serbia to advance into Final. Camille Cirgue (184-PF-96) recorded 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for Les Bleus. Serbia jumped to a 19:14 lead after ten minutes. France answered with an 18:3 run in the second term. The roller-coaster action continued after the big break. Serbia erased the deficit and tied things up at 44 at the final intermission. Marie Milapie (191-C-96) and Victoria Majekodunmi (174-PG-96) gave France a decisive lead late in regulation as they snatched a narrow win at the end. Maryle Limousin (160-PG-96) had 11 points for France. Aleksandra Katanic (172-PG-97) responded with 12 points for Serbia. Snezana Bogicevic (176-PG-97) and Aleksandra Crvendakic had 11 points each in the loss.
5-8 Place
Belgium - Croatia 60-26 Belgium fired past Croatia in their last but one game at the tournament. Aline Verelst (172-SG-96) posted 14 points to pace the winners. Belgium secured a 20:11 halftime advantage. They went on a 26:9 run in the third term to clear off for good. Julie Allemand (173-PG-96, agency: LBM Management) produced 11 points for the winning side. Patricija Bura (185-C-96) replied with 6 points for Croatia.
Holland - Italy 59-54 Netherlands defeated Italy in the classification round battle. Italy were up by ten points after the first frame. But Netherlands cut the deficit at 5-point mark at the interval. They followed with a 27:11 run in the third term to spur ahead for good. Fleur Kuijt (178-SG-96) delivered 13 points, while Janis Ndiba (182-F/C-97) added 11 points and 14 rebounds for the Dutch team. Marzia Tagliamento (179-F-96) responded with 22 points and 9 rebounds for Italy.
9-12 Place
Czech Republic - Portugal 54-55 Portugal snatched a tough narrow victory over Czech Republic. Simone Costa (177-G/F-96) produced 12 points to lead the hosts. Czech Republic secured a 21:17 lead after ten minuts. But Portugal erased the deficit and pulled ahead for a 49:42 advantage at the final break. Czech Republic triggered a strong comeback rally in the fourth frame but Portugal hung on to eke out victory. Maria Kostourkova (191-C-97) tallied 9 points and 10 rebounds for the home side. Tereza Kracikova (190-C-96) answered with 12 points and 8 rebounds for Czech Republic.
Slovenia - Poland 70-59 Slovenia outgunned Poland in the classification round game in Matosinhos. Slovenia secured an 18:12 lead after ten minutes. Poland pulled within 2 points at the interval. Slovenia went on a 24:11 run in the third term to clear off for good. Ela Micunovic delivered 17 points for Slovenia. Annamaria Prezelj and Larisa Ocvirk had 12 points each for the winning side. Sylwia Bujniak responded with 12 points for Poland.
13-16 Place
Sweden - Greece 46-51 Greece knocked down Sweden to stay hopeful of their Division A place. Eleanna Christinaki (181-G-96) scored 15 points to pace the Hellenes. Greece grabbed a 24:16 halftime lead. They protected the lead throughout a tense second half and sealed the victory. Maria Fasoula (190-C-97) netted 12 points for the winners. Linnea Rosendahl (181-SG-96) responded with 18 points for Sweden.
Turkey - Lithuania 61-72 Lithuania overcame Turkey in the classification round. The Baltic team therefore made a step towards securing Division A place. Saruna Melinauskaite tallied 17 points to pace Lithuania. The Baltic team went on a 21:9 run in the third term to clear off for good. Daugile Sarauskaite (195-C-96) had 14 points and 16 rebounds for Lithuania. Basak Altunbey (189-C-96) responded with 14 points for Turkey.
Russia celebrate the title in Matosinhos - Jul 27, 2014
FINAL
France - Russia 53-57 Russia conquered the title in Matosinhos. They defeated France en route to the trophy. Daria Kolosovskaya (182-SF-96) came up with 19 points and 7 rebounds to pace the champions. France ensured the better start to the game. Les Bleus built a 22:14 lead after the opening quarter. Russia cut the distance at 4-point mark at the interval. But France were back in control in the third term. Les Bleus entered the fourth frame leading by 6 points 44:38. However Russia responded with a 19:9 run in the fourth period and sealed the winning outcome. Ksenia Levchenko (165-PG-96) delivered 13 points, 7 assists and 4 rebounds, while Zhosselina Maiga (193-C-96) added 10 points for the winners. Louise Dambach (175-SG-96) responded with 16 points for France. Camille Cirgue (184-PF-96) netted 11 points in the defeat.
3-4 Place
Serbia - Spain 69-74 Spain outscored Serbia to earn the Bronze medals in Matosinhos. Lara Quevedo and Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) nailed 18 points each to pace the Spanish team. They secured a 41:33 halftime advantage. Serbia erased the deficit in the third quarter. They tied things up at 52 heading into the fourth frame. But Spain responded with a 22:17 rally in the final quarter to seal the winning outcome. Ani Calvo (183-F-96, agency: Regeneracom Sports) had 11 points for Spain. Aleksandra Crvendakic (188-F-96) answered with 24 points and 9 rebounds for Serbia.
5-6 Place
Holland - Belgium 55-63 Belgium accounted for the fifth position in the final ladder as they toppled Netherlands today. Julie Allemand (173-PG-96, agency: LBM Management) scored 22 points to pace the winners. Belgium secured a 36:24 halftime lead. Netherlands cut the distance at 3-point mark at the final intermission. But Belgium ignited an 18:13 rally in the fourth term to seal the victory. Esther Fokke (185-PF-96) answered with 21 points and 7 rebounds for Netherlands.
7-8 Place
Italy - Croatia 53-51 Italy nipped Croatia in the final day of action in Matosinhos and earned the 9th position in the championship. Ilenia Cordola (183-PF-96) provided 15 points and grabbed 6 boards for the Azzurri. Italy trailed by as many as 7 points heading into the fourth quarter. But they bounced back with a 19:10 run in the final period to seal the victory. Marzia Tagliamento (179-F-96) delivered 12 points for Italy. Dora Goles (167-PG-97) had 13 points for Croatia in the loss.
9-10 Place
Slovenia - Portugal 51-61 Portugal outgunned Slovenia and earned the ninth overall position. Maria Kostourkova (191-C-97) notched 16 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Slovenia ensured a 14:11 lead after ten minutes of action. But Portugal took over soon. They eked out a 30:29 halftime lead. Portugal organized a 31:22 rally in the second half and sealed the winning outcome. Carolina Bernardeco (163-PG-97) notched 14 points for Portugal. Alma Potocnik (173-PG-97) responded with 11 points for Slovenia.
11-12 Place
Poland - Czech Republic 65-73 Czech Republic clinched the 11th position at the tournament. They defeated Poland in the final game. Gabriela Andelova (191-PG-96) notched 17 points to pace the Czech team. They raced to a 37:32 halftime lead. Czech Republic went on a 20:17 run in the third term to gain a key advantage that they did not surrender throughout the fourth period. Eva Kopecka (171-SF-96) nailed 13 points for the winners. Monika Radomska (178-G/F-96) responded with 17 points for Poland.
13-14 Place
Lithuania - Greece 52-42 Lithuania earned a crucial victory at the championship today. They held off Greece to retain Division A place. Greece got relegated into Division B after the defeat. Lithuania ensured an 11:4 lead after ten minutes. They went on a 30:23 second half run to ensure the winning outcome. Laura Juskaite (186-PF-97) tallied 15 points, 21 rebounds and 5 assists for Lithuania. Daugile Sarauskaite (195-C-96) had 12 points for the winners. Pinelopi Pavlopoulou (172-PG-96) responded with 9 points for Greece.
15-16 Place
Turkey - Sweden 54-52 Turkey added some positive emotions to their rather dull campaign in Matosinhos with a narrow win over Sweden in the final game of the tournament. Basak Altunbey (189-C-96) scored 19 points and grabbed 8 rebounds for Turkey. Sweden grabbed a 41:36 lead heading into the fourth frame. But Turkey answered with an 18:11 run in the final quarter to seal the victory. Ezgi Manlaci (174-PG-96) and Melis Gulcan (186-SF-96, agency: 1x1 Sports) delivered 6 points each for Turkey. Elin Ljunggren (184-F-96) responded with 12 points for Sweden.
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Quarterfinals
Italy - Serbia 51-66 Serbia cruised past Italy to advance into the semifinal stage in Matosinhos. Julijana Vojinovic (178-G-96) and Jovana Nogic (180-G-97) scored 16 points each to pace the Balkan team. Serbia opened a 10-point halftime lead. They stretched the margin at 14-point mark at the final break and cruised to the victory. Aleksandra Crvendakic (188-F-96) and Snezana Bogicevic (176-PG-97) had 11 points each for the winners. Cecilia Zandalasini (183-G/F-96) responded with 12 points, 7 assists and 5 boards for the Azzurri.
Spain - Belgium 52-47 Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) scored 14 points to pace Spain past Belgium into semifinal stage. Spain built a 28:17 halftime lead. Belgium narrowed the gap at 5-point lead at the final intermission but Spain held on to snatch the victory. Laia Flores (170-PG-96) netted 11 points for the winners. Kyara Linskens (189-C-96, agency: LBM Management) responded with 13 points for Belgium.
France - Holland 70-57 Louise Dambach (175-SG-96) scored 18 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to pace France past Netherlands in the quarterfinal battle. Les Bleus secured a 34:22 halftime advantage. Netherlands narrowed the gap at 10-point mark at the final break. But France poured in 26 points in the final stanza and raced to the victory. Maryle Limousin (160-PG-96) netted 17 points for the winners. Fleur Kuijt (178-SG-96) delivered 19 points for Netherlands.
Russia - Croatia 67-41 Russia coasted past Croatia in the first quarterfinal clash of the day in Matosinhos. Zhosselina Maiga (193-C-96) stepped up with 18 points and 8 rebounds to pace the winning side. Russia accounted for a 31:19 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Tatiana Sema (193-C-96) netted 15 points and 14 rebounds for Russia. Dora Goles (167-PG-97) answered with 14 points for Croatia.
9-16 places
Lithuania - Poland 52-75 Poland stunned Lithuania in the classification round clash. Poland raced to a 42:24 halftime lead and cruised to the victory at the end. Sylwia Bujniak (174-PG-96) notched 18 points to pace the winners. Monika Radomska (178-G/F-96) added 12 points in the victory. Laura Juskaite (186-PF-97) responded with 14 points and 8 rebounds for Lithuania.
Portugal - Greece 57-54 Carolina Gonsalves nailed 24 points to pace Portugal past Greece. The Hellenes earned a 34:29 halftime lead. But Portugal cut the distance at one-point mark at the final break. Portugal held Greece to only 8 points in the fourth stanza and sealed the winning outcome. Simone Costa (177-G/F-96) netted 12 points, while Maria Kostourkova (191-C-97) had 11 points and 14 boards in the victory. Eleanna Christinaki (181-G-96) responded with 14 points for Greece.
Czech Republic - Sweden 60-56 Tereza Kracikova (190-C-96) stepped up with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists to pace Czech Republic past Sweden. The Czech team trailed by six points after the first frame. But they used a 33:21 run in the next two quarters to pull ahead for good. Aneta Mainclova (191-C-96) delivered 13 points and 9 rebounds in the victory. Elin Ljunggren (184-F-96) responded with 16 points and 8 rebounds for Sweden.
Slovenia - Turkey 54-44 Slovenia outgunned Turkey in the classification round. Alma Potocnik (173-PG-97) nailed 12 points to pace the winners. Turkey grabbed a 16:13 lead after ten minutes. But Slovenia went on a 19:7 run in the fourth frame to eke out victory. Larisa Ocvirk (185-SF-97) netted 11 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for the winners. Beylem Ilba (185-F-96) recorded 10 points for Turkey.
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Group E
France - Lithuania 50-43 France held off Lithuania and claimed the second position in Group E. Louise Dambach (175-SG-96) recorded 13 points for Les Bleus. Lithuania raced to a 22:19 halftime lead. France however erased the deficit in the third term and secured a 37:33 advantage before the final stanza. France held their opponents to just 10 points in the fourth frame to seal the win. Ornella Bankole (180-SF-97) netted 9 points for the winners. Agne Cerneckyte (175-SG-96) responded with 12 points for Lithuania.
Belgium - Slovenia 61-55 Belgium earned the first victory at the second stage of the tournament. They knocked down Slovenia in Group E but could not get into the playoffs. Heleen Nauwelaers (180-F-96) knocked down 18 points to pace Belgium. Fauve Bastiaenssen (176-PF-97) added 10 points for the winners. Belgium overcame a 6-point deficit after the first period to tame Slovenia at the end. Annamaria Prezelj (177-SG-97) and Larisa Ocvirk (185-SF-97) responded with 10 points each for Slovenia.
Serbia - Russia 64-68 Zhosselina Maiga (193-C-96) dropped 25 points and pulled down 9 rebounds to pace Russia past Serbia. The victory propelled Russia at 4-1 record in Group E. Serbia jumped to a 22:16 lead after ten minutes. But Russia bounced back with a 24:15 run in the second quarter to spur ahead. Russia maintained the lead throughout the second half and sealed the victory. Daria Kolosovskaya (182-SF-96) netted 20 points and grabbed 9 rebounds for the winners. Julijana Vojinovic (178-G-96) answered with 20 points and 8 rebounds for Serbia.
Group F
Czech Republic - Croatia 58-64 Croatia punched the quarterfinal ticket with a tough win over Czech Republic counterparts. Iva Slonjsak (181-SG-97) was pivotal with 25 points for Croatia. They accumulated a 35:29 halftime advantage. The teams traded baskets throughout the second half as Croatia marched to the win. Dora Goles (167-PG-97) produced 11 points for Croatia. Tereza Sipova (179-F/C-97) responded with 13 points and 10 rebounds for Czech Republic.
Holland - Portugal 64-50 Netherlands prevailed against hosting Portugal to clinch the quarterfinal ticket. Fleur Kuijt (178-SG-96) came up with 21 points, 6 assists and 4 boards to pace the Dutch team. Netherlands used a 20:10 rally in the second frame to spur ahead for a 9-point advantage. Netherlands kept Portugal at bay throughout the second half and sealed the victory. Janis Ndiba (182-F/C-97) registered 18 points for the winners. Simone Costa (177-G/F-96) responded with 21 points for Portugal.
Italy - Spain 63-68 Spain edged Italy in the battle of two undefeated teams in Matosinhos. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) nailed 17 points to pace the winners as they improved at 5-0 record in Group F. Helena Orts added 15 points for the winning side. Spain accumulated a 39:26 halftime advantage. Italy cut the deficit at just 2-point mark at the final intermission. Spain outscored the Azzurri in the fourth period and sealed the winning outcome. Cecilia Zandalasini (183-G/F-96) responded with 21 points for Italy.
Group G
Poland - Sweden 67-55 Poland celebrated the third consecutive victory in the classification round of the championship. They held off Sweden to win Group G. Karolina Pobozy (190-PF-96) stepped up with 14 points and 10 rebounds for Poland. Amalia Rembiszewska netted 11 points in the victory. Sweden led by 8 points after the first frame. But Poland recovered in the second term. They accounted for a 28:25 halftime lead. Sweden pulled within a single point at the final intermission however Poland bounced back with a 22:11 run in the final stanza to seal the winning outcome. Ellen Astrom (170-F-96) provided 11 points for Sweden.
Turkey - Greece 39-55 Greece knocked down Turkey to improve at 2-1 record in Group G. Pinelopi Pavlopoulou (172-PG-96) scored 15 points and collected 7 rebounds to pace the Hellenes. Greece jumped to a 28:16 halftime lead. They went on a 13:5 run in the final stanza to seal the victory. Maria Fasoula (190-C-97) delivered 10 points and 9 rebounds for Greece. Melis Gulcan (186-SF-96, agency: 1x1 Sports) recorded 12 points and 11 rebounds for Turkey. Serife Onar had 11 points in the loss.
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Group E
Russia - Belgium 54-42 Russia collected another win at the tournament as they bruised Belgium. Zhosselina Maiga (193-C-96) came up with 15 points and 8 rebounds to pace the charge. Russia led by just 3 points at the interval. But they went on a 32:23 second half run to seal the win. Tatiana Sema (193-C-96) had 14 points and 11 rebounds in the victory. Julie Allemand (173-PG-96, agency: LBM Management) responded with 12 points and 9 rebounds in the defeat.
France - Serbia 68-52 France toppled Serbia to catch up with their opponents in Group E ladder. Camille Cirgue (184-PF-96) stepped up with 14 points for Les Bleus. France outscored Serbia in each quarter to march to the win. Mathilde Combes (184-C-96) netted 12 points for the winners. Aleksandra Crvendakic (188-F-96) answered with 15 points for Serbia.
Lithuania - Slovenia 62-69 Slovenia claimed a crucial win in their quarterfinal quest. They outgunned Lithuania to improve at 2-2 record in Group E. Maja Jakobcic (187-PF-97) posted 22 points to pace Slovenia. Laura Juskaite (186-PF-97) responded with 15 points and 11 rebounds for Lithuania. The Baltic team gaiend a 35:31 halftime lead. But Slovenia went on a 38:27 run in the second half to seal the win.
Group F
Holland - Italy 59-61 Italy snatched a narrow win over Netherlands to improve at 4-0 record on top of Group F. Marzia Tagliamento (179-F-96) stepped up with 16 points to lead the effort. Italy jumped to a 20:12 lead after the opening frame and never looked back afterwards. Sofia Vespignani (166-PG-96) had 12 points in the win. Fleur Kuijt replied with 19 points for Holland.
Spain - Czech Republic 69-60 Spain held off Czech Republic to record the fifth straight win in Portugal. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) recorded 16 points and 7 rebounds to pace the winners. Laia Flores (170-PG-96) added 14 points for Spain. Tereza Kracikova (190-C-96) answered with 11 points for Czech Republic.
Portugal - Croatia 59-44 Portugal stayed in the race for the playoffs after they upset Croatia in Matosinhos. Maria Kostourkova (191-C-97) posted 18 points and 11 rebounds for Portugal. The hosts gained a 22:14 lead ten minutes into the game. They protected the advantage well enough throughout the rest of the game. Simone Costa (177-G/F-96) chipped in 12 points for Portugal. Iva Slonjsak (181-SG-97) replied with 16 points for Croatia.
Group G
Sweden - Greece 40-54 Greece prevailed against Sweden to get first victory in Group G. Eleanna Christinaki (181-G-96) scored 17 points for the Hellenes. Greece posted a 16:8 lead ten minutes into the game. Sweden cut the distance at 4-point mark at the interval. But Greece used an 18:9 rally in the fourth stanza to seal the win. Pinelopi Pavlopoulou (172-PG-96) had 10 points and 8 steals for the winners. Elin Ljunggren responded with 8 points for Sweden.
Poland - Turkey 65-53 Poland outgunned Turkey for the second straight win in the classification round Group G. Aleksandra Mysinska (174-G-96) produced 15 points for the Polish team. Turkey accumulated a 28:23 halftime lead. But Poland responded with a 42:25 second half rally to seal the victory. Karolina Pobozy accounted for 14 points and 10 rebounds, while Jowita Ossowska (181-SF-96) had 11 points in the win. Melis Gulcan (186-SF-96, agency: 1x1 Sports) replied with 14 points for Turkey.
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Group E
Slovenia - Serbia 62-79 Serbia opened the Second Stage campaign with a comfortable win over Slovenia. Julijana Vojinovic (178-G-96) scored 19 points to pace the winners. Serbia accounted for a 44:23 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Kristina Arsenic (193-C-97) netted 12 points in the victory. Sara Vujacic (176-SG-96) recorded 12 points for Slovenia.
Belgium - France 46-58 France outgunned Belgium behind 18 points and 7 rebounds from Camille Cirgue (184-PF-96). Belgium jumped to a 14:10 lead after ten minutes. Les Bleus cut the deficit at one point at the interval 29:28. France used a 17:7 run in the third term to spur ahead. They held Belgium to only 10 points in the fourth frame and sealed the winning outcome. Mathilde Combes (184-C-96) had 12 points for the winners. Aline Verelst (172-SG-96) answered with 10 points for Belgium.
Lithuania - Russia 43-86 Russia gained the first victory at the Second Stage in Matosinhos. They defeated Lithuania in Group E action. Tatiana Sema (193-C-96) nailed 21 points and grabbed 7 rebounds for Russia as they improved at 2-1 record. Daria Kolosovskaya (182-SF-96) accounted for 13 points in the victory. Russia went on a 46:20 second half rally to seal the win. Zhosselina Maiga (193-C-96) recorded 15 points for the winners. Laura Juskaite (186-PF-97) responded with 10 points for Lithuania.
Group F
Portugal - Spain 52-62 Spain registered the fourth consecutive victory at the tournament. They knocked down Portugal at the start of the Second Stage. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) poured in 28 points for the winners. Laia Flores (170-PG-96) added 10 points for Spain. Chelsea Guimaraes (189-F/C-97) responded with 14 points and 10 boards for Portugal.
Czech Republic - Holland 57-70 Netherlands defeated Czech Republic for 2-1 record in Group E. Janis Ndiba (182-F/C-97) tallied 27 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Netherlands piled up a 30:20 halftime lead. Czech Republic spurred ahead for a 48:42 lead at the final intermission. But the Dutch side responded with a 28:9 rally in the fourth term to seal the victory. Fleur Kuijt (178-SG-96) netted 21 points in the win. Eva Kopecka (171-SF-96) responded with 12 points for Czech Republic.
Croatia - Italy 53-68 Sofia Vespignani (166-PG-96) and Martina Kacerik (179-PG-96) notched 14 points each for Italy as they defeated Croatia at the start of the Second Stage of the championship. Croatia jumped to a 17:15 lead after ten minutes. Italy responded with a 22:5 run in the second term to secure a 37:22 halftime advantage. The Azzurri maintained the lead throughout the second half and rallied to the victory. Stefania Trimboli (178-G-96) and Cecilia Zandalasini (183-G/F-96) had 8 points each in the win. Dora Goles responded with 13 points for Croatia.
Group G
Turkey - Sweden 60-63 Sweden victoriously opened their classification round campaign. They held off Turkey. Adriana Camber (174-F-97) recorded 12 points for the winners. Sweden registered a 35:31 halftime lead. Turkey pulled within three points at the final intermission. But Sweden held on to the lead throughout the fourth quarter and sealed the winning outcome. Elin Ljunggren (184-F-96) netted 11 points and collected 9 rebounds for the Scandinavian team. Melis Gulcan (186-SF-96, agency: 1x1 Sports) responded with 18 points for Turkey.
Greece - Poland 51-61 Poland claimed victory over Greece in the classification round. Karolina Pobozy (190-PF-96) netted 20 points to pace the winners. Poland recorded a 36:24 halftime lead. Greece cut the distance at 8-point mark at the final intermission. However Poland sealed the winning outcome with an 18:16 run in the fourth term. Amalia Rembiszewska (190-F-96) chipped in 14 points for the winners. Pinelopi Pavlopoulou (172-PG-96) responded with 18 points for Greece.
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Group A
France - Turkey 54-43 France toppled Turkey and advanced into the second stage of the tournament. Ornella Bankole (180-SF-97) and Maryle Limousin (160-PG-96) accounted for 10 points apiece as Les Bleus improved at 2-1 record in the second position in Group A ladder. Turkey slipped at 0-3 record after the defeat. France trailed by 2 points before the fourth frame but they went on a 25:12 run in the final stanza to seal the win. Melis Gulcan (186-SF-96, agency: 1x1 Sports) recorded 13 points for Turkey.
Slovenia - Russia 42-72 Russia defeated Slovenia to win Group A. Ksenia Levchenko (165-PG-96) dropped 14 points to pace the winners. Russia went on a 24:6 run in the first frame and protected the lead throughout the reminder of the contest. Daria Kolosovskaya (182-SF-96) topscored with 15 points for Russia. Annamaria Prezelj (177-SG-97) nailed 14 points as Slovenia occupied the third position in the standings.
Group B
Greece - Serbia 77-65 Greece defeated Serbia in the final game of the preliminary round for both teams but could not avoid the relegation battle. Greece occupied the fourth position in Group B. Pinelopi Pavlopoulou (172-PG-96) scored 20 points to pace the winners. Greece accounted for a 35:25 halftime lead. They maintained the advantage throughout the second half to seal the winning outcome. Eleanna Christinaki had 17 points for the winners. Bojana Stevanovic (180-PF-96) answered with 12 points for Serbia.
Lithuania - Belgium 57-59 Belgium snatched narrow win over Lithuania to seal their Second Stage appearance at the tournament. Aline Verelst (172-SG-96) scored 12 points to pace Belgium to a crucial win in Group B. Lithuania enjoyed a 32:31 halftime advantage. But Belgium went on a 16:9 run in the third term to pull ahead. Lithuania cut the deficit in the fourth frame but could not avoid a sour defeat at the end. Julie Allemand (173-PG-96, agency: LBM Management) netted 10 points and grabbed 7 rebounds for the winners. Laura Juskaite (186-PF-97) topscored with 23 points for Lithuania.
Group C
Croatia - Holland 58-57 Croatia held off Netherlands but it was not enough for the winners to leapfrog their opponents in Group C ladder. Netherlands finished second despite the loss. Dora Goles (167-PG-97) scored 21 points to pace Croatia. Iva Slonjsak (181-SG-97) added 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Fleur Kuijt (178-SG-96) responded with 16 points for Netherlands.
Poland - Spain 71-76 OT Spain earned the third consecutive victory in Portugal. They shot down Poland in overtime to finish the preliminary round undefeated. Laura Quevedo (185-PF-96, agency: Josep and Nicolas) scored 24 points and grabbed 7 rebounds for the winners. Spain looked well in control building a 36:26 halftime lead. But Poland denied the deficit forcing overtime. Spain needed a 10:5 extra period run to seal the victory. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) and Laia Flores (170-PG-96) accounted for 13 points each in the win. Monika Radomska (178-G/F-96) responded with game-high 28 points for Poland.
Group D
Portugal - Italy 44-61 Italy secured the third straight victory in Matosinhos as they rallied past Portugal. The Azzurri therefore clinched the top spot in Group D. Cecilia Zandalasini (183-G/F-96) scored 20 points for the winners. Alessia Cabrini (178-PG-96) and Martina Kacerik (179-PG-96) added 7 points each for Italy. Maria Kostourkova (191-C-97) responded with 20 points and 11 rebounds for Portugal as they finished third at 1-2 record.
Czech Republic - Sweden 75-46 Czech Republic fired past Sweden for the second victory in Group C. Tereza Kracikova (190-C-96) stepped up with 18 points and 9 rebounds for the Czech team. They accumulated a 35:26 halftime lead. Czech Republic went on a 22:6 run in the third term to clear off for good. Sarah Berankova (176-PG-96) delivered 14 points for the winners. Amanda Kantzy (187-C-96) responded with 10 points for Sweden.
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Group A
Turkey - Russia 56-75 Russia gained the first victory in Matosinhos as they edged Turkey in Group A. Russia piled up a 40:26 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Daria Kolosovskaya (182-SF-96) nailed 23 points to pace Russia. Zhosselina Maiga (193-C-96) contributed 18 points for the winners. Melis Gulcan (186-SF-96, agency: 1x1 Sports) responded with 20 points for Turkey.
France - Slovenia 46-47 Slovenia escaped with a narrow win over France in the second game at the European Championship. Slovenia now improved at 2-0 record in Group A. Maja Jakobcic (187-PF-97) scored 13 points for the winners. Slovenia built a 31:21 halftime lead. France held their opponents to just 16 points in the second half but stopped just short of victory. Annamaria Prezelj (177-SG-97) had 12 points for the winners. Louise Dambach (175-SG-96) responded with 14 points for France.
Group B
Serbia - Belgium 57-39 Serbia thumped Belgium to gain 2-0 record in Group B. Aleksandra Crvendakic (188-F-96) chipped in 20 points and collected 7 rebounds for the Balkan team. Serbia went on a 19:6 run in the fourth frame to seal the victory. Snezana Bogicevic (176-PG-97) had 10 points for Serbia. Laeticia Mpoyi (179-C-96) and Serena-Lynn Geldof (195-C-97) answered with 9 points each for Belgium.
Greece - Lithuania 65-70 Lithuania defeated Greece to improve at 1-1 record in Group B. Agne Cerneckyte (175-SG-96) produced 28 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists to pace the Baltic team. Lithuania secured a 5-point lead before the fourth frame and held on to the victory in the final minutes. Laura Juskaite (186-PF-97) was responsible for 16 points and 9 rebounds for the Baltic team. Eleanna Christinaki (181-G-96) replied with 27 points for Greece.
Group C
Holland - Spain 46-68 Spain improved at 2-0 record at the tournament as they rallied past Netherlands in Group C. Laia Flores (170-PG-96) tossed in 17 points to lead the winners. Spain built a 34:20 halftimt lead. They stretched the margin at 24-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the victory. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) and Laura Quevedo (185-PF-96, agency: Josep and Nicolas) delivered 12 points each for the winning side. Esther Fokke (185-PF-96) answered with 12 points for Holland.
Croatia - Poland 50-52 Poland went on a 28:22 run in the second half and snatched a tough win over Croatia in the second day of action in Portugal. Monika Radomska (178-G/F-96) chipped in 20 points to lead the winners. Karolina Pobozy (190-PF-96) contributed 10 points for the Polish side. Patricija Bura (185-C-96) replied with 12 points for Croatia.
Group D
Czech Republic - Portugal 60-59 Czech Republic came from behind in the second half to tame hosting Portugal in the European Championship tonight. Sarah Berankova notched 16 points to pace the winners. Tereza Sipova (179-F/C-97) added 11 points and 7 rebounds for the Czech team. Portugal responded with 13 points from Simone Costa (177-G/F-96). Carolina Bernardeco (163-PG-97) had 12 points in the loss.
Sweden - Italy 51-61 Italy recorded the second consecutive victory in Portugal. They knocked down Sweden for 2-0 record in Group D. Marzia Tagliamento (179-F-96) posted 16 points for the Azzurri. Italy went on a 22:11 run in the fourth stanza to seal the victory. Cecilia Zandalasini (183-G/F-96) had 11 points for the Azzurri. Kristin Seman (171-SF-97) replied with 17 points for Sweden.
Review of Day 1 in Matosinhos - Jul 17, 2014
Group A
Slovenia - Turkey 73-54 Slovenia prevailed against Turkey in the first game in Matosinhos. Maja Jakobcic (187-PF-97) scored 19 points and collected 8 rebounds for the winners. Slovenia grabbed a 38:24 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Alma Potocnik (173-PG-97) had 15 points for Slovenia. Iren Naz Topuz answered with 16 points for Turkey.
Russia - France 50-55 OT France escaped with a narrow win over Russia in the opening game at the tournament. Maryle Limousin (160-PG-96) scored 13 points to pace Les Bleus past Russia in overtime. Russia came from behind in the fourth frame to force overtime. France however limited Russia to just 2 points in the extra period and escaped with a narrow victory. Marie Milapie (191-C-96) chipped in 12 points for the winning side. Daria Kolosovskaya (182-SF-96) and Ksenia Levchenko (165-PG-96) responded with 13 points each for Russia.
Group B
Belgium - Greece 61-43 Aline Verelst (172-SG-96) scored 15 points to pace Belgium past Greece in the opening game at the European Championship. The Hellenes jumped to a 14:10 lead after the opening frame. But Belgium responded with a 17:6 run in the second term to take a 27:20 halftime lead. Greece cut the deficit at 6-point mark but Belgium responded with a 21:9 rally in the final stanza to seal the victory. Eva Devliegher (169-SG-96) chipped in 11 points for the winners. Pinelopi Pavlopoulou (172-PG-96) responded with 11 points for Greece.
Lithuania - Serbia 68-80 Kristina Arsenic (193-C-97) nailed 22 points as Serbia rolled past Lithuania. Serbia accounted for a 25:13 lead after ten minutes. They held the Baltic team to just 29 points in the second half and sealed the victory. Juljana Vojinovic had 19 points for the Serbian side. Daugile Sarauskaite (195-C-96) topscored with 16 points and 15 rebounds for Lithuania.
Group C
Spain - Croatia 102-35 Spain thumped Croatia in the opener. Laia Flores (170-PG-96) netted 20 points to lead the charge. Spain accumulated a 43:23 halftime lead and cruised to the victory in the second half. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) had 19 points, while Itsaso Conde netted 12 points for the winners. Andrea Maric (193-C-97) had 11 points and 9 rebounds for Croatia.
Poland - Holland 50-66 Netherlands defeated Poland for the opening victory in Portugal. Janis Ndiba (182-F/C-97) fired 21 points and collected 8 rebounds for the Dutch team. Netherlands limited Poland to only 15 points in the first half to gain a 20-point lead and never looked back en route to the win. Fleur Kuijt (178-SG-96) chipped in 15 points in the victory. Monika Radomska (178-G/F-96) answered with 12 points for Poland.
Group D
Portugal - Sweden 63-50 Maria Kostourkova (191-C-97) nailed 20 points and pulled down 9 rebounds for Portugal as they knocked down Sweden. The hosts jumped to a 28:23 halftime lead. They used a 21:8 run in the third term to clear off for good. Simone Costa (177-G/F-96) accounted for 15 points in the victory. Sofia Hagg (168-PG-97) replied with 9 points for the Scandinavian team.
Italy - Czech Republic 70-60 Italy came strong in the second half to overcome Czech Republic in the first game of the European Championship. Marzia Tagliamento (179-F-96) tossed in 18 points for the Azzurri. Cecilia Zandalasini (183-G/F-96) posted 14 points for Italy. Aneta Mainclova (191-C-96) replied with 11 points and 9 rebounds for Czech Republic.
Division B. Estonia and Hungary advance into championship game - Jul 27, 2014
SEMIFINALS
Hungary - Latvia 84-57 Hungary thumped Latvia to enter the Final in Romania. Dorottya Nagy (180-PF-97) nailed 18 points and grabbed 12 rebounds to pace Hungary as they booked Division A place with the victory. Hungary outgunned Latvia in every quarter en route to a comfortable win. Bernadett Horvath (170-PG-96) delivered 17 points for Hungary. Vineta Birina (186-F/C-96) responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds for Latvia.
Estonia - Israel 63-58 Tatjana Razguliajeva (173-G-96) scored 18 points to pace Estonia past Israel in the semifinal clash. Estonia piled up a 32:27 halftime advantage. Estonia extended the margin to as many as 10 points at the final intermission. Israel narrowed the gap in the final stanza but could not avoid the defeat. Marie Roosalu (178-F-96) netted 15 points for Estonia. Shir Levy (174-SF-97) responded with 12 points for Israel.
5-8 Place
Montenegro - Bulgaria 83-69 Milena Bajic (184-F/C-96) scored 20 points and grabbed 7 rebounds to pace Montenegro past Bulgaria in the classification round game. Montenegro will now take on Finland for the fifth overall position. Bulgaria led by a single point after ten minutes. But Montenegro went on a 31:17 run in the second frame to pull ahead for good. Sladjana Rakovic (182-F/C-96) accounted for 16 points in the win. Borislava Hristova (181-G-96) responded with 34 points and 10 rebounds for Bulgaria.
Finland - United Kingdom 61-50 Finland cruised past Great Britain in the classification round encounter. Finland will now take on Montenegro vs. Bulgaria clash for the fifth overall position at the tournament. Great Britain secured a 21:10 lead after the opening quarter. But Finland responded with a 33:12 run in the next two periods and sealed the winning outcome. Sini Makela (175-SG-97) recorded 16 points to pace the winners. Ninni Salmi (184-PF-96) added 14 points and 9 rebounds for Finland. Georgia Gayle (170-PG-97) responded with 21 points for Great Britain.
Group J
Bosnia - Ukraine 46-63 Ukraine outscored Bosnia for the first victory in Group J. Ogla Yatskovets scored 24 points and grabbed 17 rebounds to lead the winners. Ukraine dominated in the first half. They registered a 35:24 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Vita Gorobets (180-SG-96) provided 16 points and 10 rebounds for Ukraine. Jovana Markovic (186-PF-97) responded with 13 points for Bosnia.
Germany - Bosnia 68-65 Germany rallied past Bosnia and Herzegovina for the first win in classification round Group J. Luana Rodefeld (176-SG-97) scored 22 points to pace the winners. Bosnia grabbed a 37:32 halftime lead. But Germany went on a 20:12 run in the fourth stanza to snatch the victory. Paulina Koerner (175-PG-96) chipped in 11 points in the win. Jovana Markovic responded with 22 points and 10 rebounds for Bosnia.
Group K
Romania - Ireland 70-52 Romania outgunned Ireland in the classification round game. Emilia Gherman (180-G-96) scored 11 points off the bench to pace the winners. Romania piled up a 35:29 halftime advantage. They went on a 23:8 run in the fourth frame to seal the win. Paula Lenart (181-G/F-96) and Marina Sfarlea (170-PG-96) had 10 points each in the victory. Edel Thornton (180-SG-96) responded with 14 points and 8 boards for Ireland.
Luxembourg - Romania 53-80 Romania outgunned Luxembourg in the classification round Group K. Mihaela Maxim (167-PG-96) and Marina Sfarlea stepped up with 15 points each for the winners. Romania established a 40:24 halftime lead. They stretched the gap at 37-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the victory. Kincso Kelemen (174-PG-96) registered 12 points in the win. Lisa Jablonowski (186-C-97) responded with 14 points and 11 rebounds for Luxembourg.
Group L
Iceland - Denmark 82-39 Iceland cruised past Denmark for the second straight victory in Group L. Denmark and Iceland were tied at 31 at the interval. But Iceland went on a stunning 51:8 run in the second half to seal the victory. Sara Run Hinriksdottir (165-SF-96) delivered 28 points, 18 rebounds and 6 assists for Iceland. Gudlaug Bjort Juliusdottir (172-SF-96) tossed in 14 points in the win. Ellen Iversen (178-F-97) responded with 11 points for Denmark.
Switzerland - Iceland 49-57 Iceland upset Switzerland in classification round Group L. Iceland ensured a 30:29 halftime lead. They boosted the margin at 7-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the win. Sara Run Hinriksdottir delivered 20 points and 10 rebounds for Iceland. Briet Hinriksdottir (181-G/F-96) added 13 points in the victory. Gabriela Sakica (164-PG-97) responded with 15 points for Switzerland.
Division B. Hungary conquer the trophy in Oradea - Jul 27, 2014
FINAL
Estonia - Hungary 52-58 Hungary celebrated the title in Division B. They toppled Estonia in the championship game in Oradea tonight. Dorottya Nagy (180-PF-97) stepped up with 13 points and 17 rebounds to pace the winners. Hungary ensured a 19:14 lead after the opening quarter. Estonia cut the distance in the second frame. They pulled within 3 points at halftime 28:31. But Hungary stiffened defensively in the third term. They outscored Estonia to gain a 46:41 advantage heading into the fourth period. Hungary held their opponents to just 11 points in the final stanza and sealed the winning outcome. Debora Dubei (181-SF-97) chipped in 11 points for the winners. Kadri Uiga (183-F-97) responded with 20 points and 8 rebounds for Estonia.
3-4 Place
Israel - Latvia 71-64 Israel sealed their Division A birth. They overcame Latvia in the consolation final tonight. Michal Sasson (170-SG-97) notched 15 points to pace the winners. Israel opened a 37:31 halftime lead. Latvia pulled within 4 points at the final intermission. But Israel responded with a 19:16 run in the fourth term to seal the win. Daniel Raber (183-F-96) accounted for 13 points and 12 rebounds for Israel. Vineta Birina (186-F/C-96) responded with 19 points and 15 rebounds for Latvia.
5-6 Place
Finland - Montenegro 59-52 Finland earned the fifth place at the championship. They overcame Montenegro in the final game in Romania. Sini Makela (175-SG-97) and Emilia Helle (170-PG-96) produced 10 points each for Finland. Montenegro enjoyed a 22:20 halftime lead. But Finland went on a 39:30 run in the second half to escape with the victory. Milena Bajic (184-F/C-96) scored game-high 22 points for Montenegro.
7-8 Place
United Kingdom - Bulgaria 61-77 Bulgaria knocked down Great Britain to earn the 7th place at the tournament. Borislava Hristova (181-G-96) came up with another huge performance tallying 27 points and 6 steals for the winners. Bulgaria registered a 49:38 halftime lead. They held Great Britain to just 23 points in the second half to cruise to the victory. Teodora Dineva (178-G/F-96) had 22 points in the win. Eleanor Jones (185-C-97) responded with 9 points for Great Britain.
Group J
Ukraine - Germany 53-52 Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) tallied 17 points and 14 rebounds to pace Ukraine to a tough one-point victory over Germany. The win allowed Ukraine to earn the ninth overall position. Germany were up by three points before the fourth quarter. But Ukraine sank 20 points in the final stanza to seal the victory. Vita Gorobets (180-SG-96) netted 15 points for Ukraine. Luana Rodefeld (176-SG-97) responded with 9 points for Germany.
Group K
Ireland - Luxembourg 77-55 Ireland outgunned Luxembourg to secure the 13th overall position in Romania. Edel Thornton (180-SG-96) recorded 15 points, 7 assists and 4 rebounds in the victory. Ireland ensured a 39:22 halftime lead. Allison McGrath (181-SG-96) added 14 points for the winners. Lisa Jablonowski (186-C-97) responded with 23 points and 11 rebounds for Luxembourg.
Group L
Denmark - Switzerland 55-48 Denmark capped their campaign in Romania on a winning note. They overcame Switzerland to secure the 16th position finish. Kathrine Klint (174-F-96) netted 12 points to pace Denmark. Caroline Wich (185-F/C-96) added 10 points for the Scandinavian team. Switzerland responded with 14 points from Dijana Milenkovic (180-SF-96) responded with 14 points for Switzerland. Nancy Fora (173-G-97) had 10 points in the defeat.
Division B. Semifinalists are set in Timisoara and Oradea - Jul 25, 2014
Group E
Bulgaria - Estonia 65-47 Bulgaria overcame Estonia but could not advance into the semifinal stage in Romania. Bulgaria occupied the fourth position in Group E. Estonia remained on top of the ladder despite the defeat. Borislava Hristova (181-G-96) nailed 28 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to pace the winners. Bulgaria used as 15:0 run in the fourth quarter to seal the win. Teodora Dineva (178-G/F-96) netted 15 points for the winners. Mariann Adelbert (189-C-98) responded with 14 points for Estonia.
Finland - Latvia 56-60 OT Latvia edged Finland in overtime to clinch the second position in Group E. Therefore Latvia advanced into the semifinal stage of the tournament. Vineta Birina (186-F/C-96) nailed 21 points and grabbed 19 rebounds to pace the winners. The teams were tied at 54 heading into overtime. But Latvia limited their opponents to just 2 points in the extra period to seal the win. Paula Strautmane (184-F-97) had 9 points and 16 rebounds for Latvia. Elli Koskinen (193-C-96) responded with 12 points and 13 boards for Finland.
Group F
Montenegro - United Kingdom 54-34 Montenegro capped up their Second Stage campaign in Romania with a comfortable victory over Great Britain. Sofija Zivaljevic (176-F/G-97) and Milena Bajic (184-F/C-96) connected for 11 points each for Montenegro. Great Britain led by four points after the first frame. But Montenegro held their opponents to just 19 points in the next three quarters to roll to the victory. Georgia Gayle (170-PG-97) connected for 10 points for Great Britain.
Hungary - Israel 76-50 Hungary earned the third straight victory in Group F. They held off Israel to enter the semifinal stage undefeated. Dorottya Nagy (180-PF-97) came up with 18 points for the winners. Eniko Kuttor (183-F-97) added 15 points and 13 rebounds for Hungary. Daniel Raber (183-F-96) and Lev Tal (179-PF-97) answered with 9 points each for Israel.
Group G
Switzerland - Germany 47-68 Germany fired past Switzerland to clinch the top position in Group G. Lisa Janko (185-PF-96) came up with 12 points to pace the winners. Switzerland grabbed a 15:6 lead after ten minutes. But Germany bounced back with a 24:10 run in the second term and ensured a 30:25 halftime lead. They capped the regulation with a 22:11 rally to seal the victory. Paulina Koerner (175-PG-96) had 11 points for Germany. Eltiona Miroci (175-G-96) had 11 points for Switzerland.
Group H
Romania - Bosnia 52-73 Bosnia and Herzegovina cruised past Romania for the second consecutive victory in Group H. Melisa Brcanovic stepped up with 20 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Bosnia and Herzegovina established a 38:24 halftime advantage. They protected the lead well throughout the second half and cruised to the victory. Vanja Vasilic (170-PG-96) had 18 points for the winners. Paula Lenart (181-G/F-96) responded with 13 points and 11 rebounds for Romania.
Group I
Ireland - Denmark 63-50 Ireland held off Denmark for the first win in Group I. Edel Thornton (180-SG-96) netted 19 points and collected 7 rebounds to pace the Irish team. Denmark enjoyed a 30:28 halftime lead. But Ireland went on a 20:9 rally in the third term to surge ahead for the win. Meadhbh Campbell, Sarah Kenny and Lesley Wilkinson had 9 points apiece for Ireland. Victoria Mikkelsen (180-F-97) responded with 12 points and 9 rebounds for Denmark.
Division B. Recap of Day 6 in Timisoara and Oradea - Jul 23, 2014
Group E
Estonia - Finland 52-49 OT Estonia improved at 2-0 record on top of Group E ladder. They held off Finland in overtime for the fourth win at the tournament. Kadri-Ann Lass (188-SF-96) nailed 18 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to pace the winners. Estonia accumulated a 23:20 halftime lead. Finland denied it in the second half forcing overtime. But Estonia limited their opponents to just 3 points in the extra period and sealed the winning outcome. Kadri Uiga (183-F-97) produced 12 points for the winners. Tuuli Menna (182-PF-96) answered with 9 points for Finland.
Latvia - Bulgaria 75-52 Latvia gained a comfortable win over Bulgaria for 1-1 record in Second Stage Group E. Vineta Birina (186-F/C-96) stepped up with 32 points and 18 rebounds to pace the Latvian team. The Baltic side used an 18:3 run in the second quarter to clear off to a 20-point halftime lead. They never looked back after the big break. Paula Strautmane (184-F-97) had 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for Latvia. Borislava Hristova (181-G-96) responded with 21 points and 8 rebounds for Bulgaria.
Group F
United Kingdom - Hungary 48-77 Hungary improved at 2-0 record in Group F following a comfortable victory over Great Britain. Dorottya Nagy (180-PF-97) and Eniko Kuttor (183-F-97) provided 17 points each for the winners. Hungary went on a 42:20 second half rally to clear off for good. Debora Dubei netted 16 points for the winners. Georgia Gayle (170-PG-97) answered with 10 points for Great Britain.
Israel - Montenegro 77-60 Israel defeated Montenegro to remain undefeated in Group F. Daniel Raber (183-F-96) stepped up with 16 points to pace the winners. Montenegro fell at 0-2 record in the standings. Israel secured a 21:11 lead after ten minutes. Montenegro cut the deficit at 6-point mark but Israel triggerd a 43:32 second half run to seal the victory. Tal Yakov (172-PG-96) netted 14 points for the winning side. Milena Bajic (184-F/C-96) answered with 14 points and 7 rebounds for Montenegro.
Group G
Germany - Luxembourg 68-42 Germany outgunned Luxembourg at the start of the classification round. Lisa Janko came off the bench to drill 15 points for the winners. Luana Rodefeld (176-SG-97) contributed 11 points for the German team. Lisa Jablonowski (186-C-97) responded with 19 points and 9 rebounds for Luxembourg. Mia Pauly (177-G-96) had 12 points in the defeat.
Luxembourg - Switzerland 53-45 Luxembourg overcame Switzerland to gain the first victory in classification round Group G. Lisa Jablonowski stepped up with 22 points and 14 rebounds to pace Luxembourg. Switzerland jumped to a 16:12 lead after the first frame. But Luxembourg denied the deficit and recorded a 5-point lead heading into the fourth frame. They held the Swiss counterparts to just 9 points in the final stanza and sealed the victory. Claire Nilles (177-C-97) delivered 9 points in the win. Nancy Fora (173-G-97) responded with 13 points for Switzerland.
Group H
Iceland - Romania 72-77 Romania recorded the first win in the classification round Group H. They narrowly defeated Iceland behind 19 points from Ana Ferariu (174-PG-97). Iceland enjoyed an 18:12 lead after ten minutes. But Romania cut the distance to a single point heading into the fourth frame. They poured in 24 points in the final stanza to seal the win. Marina Sfarlea netted 11 points for the winners. Sara Run Hinriksdottir (165-SF-96) responded with 22 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists for Iceland.
Bosnia - Iceland 76-65 Bosnia and Herzegovina victoriously opened their classification round campaign. They knocked down Iceland to improve at 1-0 record in Group H. Melisa Brcaninovic (185-PF-99) came up with 27 points and 12 rebounds. Bosnia rallied to a 25:10 lead at the first break. Iceland cut the deficit at 9-point mark heading into the fourth stanza. But Bosnia outgunned their opponents 18:16 in the final period to seal the victory. Jovana Markovic (186-PF-97) had 17 points and 12 boards for the winners. Gudlaug Bjort Juliusdottir (172-SF-96) responded with 24 points for Iceland.
Group I
Ukraine - Ireland 61-56 Ukraine celebrated the second straight win at the classification round Group I. They knocked down Ireland behind 25 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists from Vita Gorobets (180-SG-96). Olga Yetskovets added 10 points and 23 rebounds for the winners. Edel Thornton responded with 14 points for Ireland.
Denmark - Ukraine 33-61 Ukraine thumped Denmark at the start of the classification round action in Group I. Vita Gorobets was instrumental in the victory as she tallied 20 points. Oleksandra Popenko (170-SG-98) contributed 13 points for Ukraine. Grace Gardner (185-C-97) responded with 9 points for Denmark.
Division B. Recap of Day 5 in Timisoara and Oradea - Jul 21, 2014
Group A
Ireland - Latvia 44-70 Latvia fired past Ireland to win Group A. Ieva Spigule (182-F-96) scored 15 points in the victory. Latvia went on a 40:14 first half run and never looked back en route to the victory. Vineta Birina (186-F/C-96) accounted for 13 points and 10 rebounds in the win. Edel Thornton (180-SG-96) responded with 25 points for Ireland.
Germany - Estonia 49-48 Germany handed the first defeat at the tournament to Estonia. Paulina Koerner (175-PG-96) and Patricia Brossmann (181-F-97) scored 14 points each to pace the winners. Estonia jumped to a 31:21 halftime lead. But Germany pulled within two points at the final intermission. Germany used a 12:9 run in the fourth frame to snatch a narrow win. Both teams are now tied at 2-1 record in Group A. Kadri-Ann Lass (188-SF-96) and Kadri Uiga (183-F-97) had 13 points each for the losing side.
Group B
Bulgaria - Luxembourg 88-57 Bulgaria cruised past Luxembourg for the second win in Group B. The win allowed Bulgaria to advance into the Second Stage of the tournament. Borislava Hristova (181-G-96) knocked down 22 points and grabbed 7 rebounds to pace the winners. Maria Kamburova (182-PF-96) added 21 points and 9 boards for Bulgaria. Michelle Dittgen (168-F-97) responded with 13 points and 9 rebounds for Luxembourg.
Bosnia - Finland 52-59 Finland outgunned Bosnia for the third straight win in Romania. Tuuli Menna (182-PF-96) nailed 16 points and grabbed 9 rebounds as Finland occupied the top position in Group B. Elli Koskinen (193-C-96) and Elina Koskimies (180-SF-96) added 10 points each for the winners. Finland recorded a 37:29 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Melisa Brcaninovic (185-PF-99) answered with 17 points and 9 rebounds for Bosnia.
Group C
United Kingdom - Switzerland 47-49 Switzerland recorded the first victory at the championship. They snatched a narrow victory over Great Britain in the final game at the preliminary round. Eltiona Miroci (175-G-96) and Gabriela Sakica (164-PG-97) scored 13 points to pace the Swiss side. Swtizerland recorded a 29:19 halftime lead and held off comeback efforts from Great Britain in the second half. Bethany Sarson (178-F-96) had 13 points in the loss.
Iceland - Denmark 85-87 OT Denmark needed overtime to tame Iceland in Group C action. The victory propelled the Danish team at 2-2 record in the ladder. Iceland slipped at 1-3 record after the loss. Denmark posted a 26:17 lead ten minutes into the game. But Iceland denied the deficit and recorded a three-point lead before the fourth quarter. Denmark went on a 20:17 run to force overtime. They poured in 13 points in the fourth quarter and sealed the victory. Caroline Wich (185-F/C-96) came up with 20 points and 8 rebounds for Denmark. Cecilie Hansen (176-F/G-96) added 18 points for the winners. Sara Run Hinriksdottir (165-SF-96) replied with 27 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for Iceland.
Group D
Montenegro - Ukraine 82-62 Montenegro shot down Ukraine to seal their Second Stage appearance in Romania. Bozica Mujovic (178-G-96) was unstoppable with 31 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Ukraine enjoyed a 22:17 lead after the first frame. They secured a 54:52 advantage heading into the fourth quarter. But Ukraine went on a 30:8 run in the final stanza to seal the win. Bojana Kovacevic (181-F/C-96) had 15 points for the Montenegrin side. Vita Gorobets (180-SG-96) responded with 19 points for Ukraine.
Hungary - Romania 87-57 Hungary extended their unbeaten run at the championship. They knocked down Romanian conterparts to win Group D with a perfect 3-0 record. Virag Weninger (178-SG-97) stepped up with 19 points for Hungary. Debora Dubei (181-SF-97) added 17 points for the winners. Paula Lenart (181-G/F-96) responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds for Romania.
Division B. Recap of Day 4 in Timisoara and Oradea - Jul 20, 2014
Group C
Switzerland - Iceland 46-58 Sara Run Hinriksdottir (165-SF-96) scored 19 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to pace Iceland past Switzerland in Romania today. Iceland gained a 28:19 halftime lead. The Swiss team got within 6 points at the final intermission but Iceland responded with a 17:11 run in the fourth quarter to seal the victory. Gudlaug Bjort Juliusdottir (172-SF-96) had 14 points in the victory. Dijana Milenkovic (180-SF-96) answered with 15 points for Switzerland.
Denmark - Israel 33-83 Israel earned the fourth consecutive victory at the start of the European Championship in Division B. They knocked down Denmark in Group C action today. Ofir Banet (168-G-96) came up with 16 points for the winners. Ofir Lavy (160-PG-97) scored 11 points, while Noa Zelivanski (171-PG-96) added 13 points for Israel. Anna Muller (160-G-97) responded with 10 points for Denmark.
Division B. Recap of Day 3 in Timisoara and Oradea - Jul 19, 2014
Group A
Germany - Ireland 68-40 Luana Rodefeld (176-SG-97) chipped in 14 points to pace Germany past Ireland for the first win in Romania. Germany went on a 41:12 run in the first half and coasted to the victory afterwards. Lisa Janko (185-PF-96) delivered 10 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Edel Thornton responded with 12 points for Ireland.
Estonia - Latvia 46-44 Estonia sneaked past their Baltic rivals Latvia to improve at 2-0 record in Group A. Kadri Uiga (183-F-97) scored 11 points to pace Estonia to the second straight win. Latvia ensured a 2-point lead at the final intermission. But Estonia held their opponents to just 8 points in the fourth frame to snatch victory. Kadri-Ann Lass (188-SF-96) tossed in 10 points and grabbed 14 boards for Estonia. Vineta Birina (186-F/C-96) answered with 14 points and 11 rebounds for Latvia.
Group B
Bulgaria - Bosnia 89-80 Bulgaria celebrated the initial victory in Romania. They overcame Bosnia for 1-1 record in Group B ladder. Borislava Hristova (181-G-96) delivered 32 points for the winners. Bulgaria trailed by 8 points at the interval. But they went on a 27:13 run in the fourth quarter to seal the victory. Teodora Dineva (178-G/F-96) had 15 points in the win. Jovana Markovic responded with 29 points and 10 rebounds for Bosnia.
Luxembourg - Finland 41-83 Finland recorded the second consecutive victory in Romania. They fired past Luxembourg to gain 2-0 record in Group B. Olivia Moskari (175-SG-96) provided 15 points for the winners. Finland piled up a 51:16 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Ninni Salmi (184-PF-96) tossed in 14 points and pulled down 12 rebounds for the Finnish side. Cathrin Wolff (178-C-96) and Jil Baum (171-G-97) had 9 points each in the loss.
Group C
Iceland - United Kingdom 45-57 Great Britain improved at 2-1 record in Group C. They upset Iceland behind 12 points from Rachel Odumu (173-G). Iceland piled up a 25:16 halftime lead. But Great Britain responded with a 25:8 rally in the third term and marched to the win at the end. Bethany Sarson (178-F-96) delivered 10 points for Great Britain. Sara Run Hinriksdottir (165-SF-96) had 19 points and 15 rebounds for Iceland.
Israel - Switzerland 75-43 Israel registered the third victory in Group C. They knocked down Switzerland to stay undefeated on top of the ladder. Shir Levy (174-SF-97) produced 11 points for Israel. Daniel Raber (183-F-96) and Shira Sasson (170-SG-97) had 10 points for the winners. Nancy Fora (173-G-97) responded with 11 points for Switzerland.
Group D
Hungary - Montenegro 79-48 Hungary are now enjoy 2-0 record at the championship after they defeated Montenegro in Group D action. Eniko Kuttor (183-F-97) posted 15 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Bernadett Horvath and Dorottya Nagy (180-PF-97) delivered 13 points each for Hungary. Bozica Mujovic (178-G-96) answered with 12 points for Montenegro. Hungary claimed a 39:24 halftime lead and maintained it throughout the second half.
Romania - Ukraine 54-59 Ukraine opened win count at the tournament. They outlasted Romania for 1-1 record in Group D. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) tallied 20 points and 19 rebounds for the winning side. Vita Gorobets (180-SG-96) had 19 points for Ukraine. Ana Ferariu (174-PG-97) delivered 14 points for Romania. Mihaela Maxim (167-PG-96) added 10 points for the losing side.
Division B. Recap of Day 2 in Timisoara and Oradea - Jul 18, 2014
Group C
United Kingdom - Israel 48-55 Israel prevailed against Great Britain for the second consecutive victory in Romania. Eden Porat (176-PF-96) and Tal Yakov (172-PG-96) nailed 10 points each for the winners as they improved at 2-0 record on top of Group C. Great Britain led by five points after the opening frame. But Israel erased the deficit in the second term. Israel held their opponents to just 10 points in the second half and sealed the victory. Daniel Raber (183-F-96) had 9 points in the win. Bethany Sarson (178-F-96) responded with 13 points for Great Britain.
Switzerland - Denmark 39-52 Denmark eased past Switzerland for the first victory at the tournament. Anna Muller (160-G-97) scored 10 points to pace the winners. The Scandinavian team accounted for a 33:24 halftime lead. They stetched the gap at 15-point lead at the final intermission and coasted to the victory at the end. Caroline Wich (185-F/C-96) netted 9 points for the winners. Nancy Fora (173-G-97) responded with 18 points for Switzerland.
Division B. Recap of Day 1 in Timisoara and Oradea - Jul 17, 2014
Group A
Ireland - Estonia 55-56 Marie Roosalu (178-F-96) tallied 19 points and 12 rebounds to pace Estonia to a narrow win over Ireland in the opening game of the European Championship. Estonia grabbed a 32:25 halftime lead. Ireland went on a strong rally in the final period but came up just short of win at the end. Kadri-Ann Lass (188-SF-96) recorded 12 points and 15 boards in the victory. Edel Thornton responded with 10 points for Ireland.
Latvia - Germany 78-58 Latvia edged Germany in the opening game of the championship. Anna Busa (181-SG-96) and Paula Strautmane (184-F-97) recorded 14 points to pace the winners. Latvia accumulated a 44:19 halftime lead and maintained it throughout the second half. Vineta Birina accounted for 13 points and 8 rebounds for the Baltic team. Luana Rodefeld (176-SG-97) and Lisa Janko (185-PF-96) responded with 14 points each for Germany.
Group B
Finland - Bulgaria 105-98 3OT Finland and Bulgaria came up with an exciting three-overtime clash at the start of their campaigns in Romania. Finland came out as winners. Tuuli Menna (182-PF-96) stepped up with 23 points and 15 boards for them. Bulgaria saved the game in regulation scoring 28 points in the fourth quarter. But Finland were able to snatch the victory in the third extra period. Olivia Moskari (175-SG-96) chipped in 18 points for the Finnish side. Borislava Hristova (181-G-96) and Iva Georgieva (175-G-96) responded with 31 points each for Bulgaria.
Bosnia - Luxembourg 75-42 Bosnia and Herzegovina coasted past Luxembourg in the first game in Romania. Melisa Brcaninovic (185-PF-99) nailed 18 points and collected 10 rebounds for the winners. Bosnia and Herzegovina went on a 27:8 run in the second term to pile up a 19-point halftime and never looked back en route to the win. Nedzla Kovacevic (185-F-97) had 12 points for the Bosnian side. Lisa Jablonowski (186-C-97) responded with 21 points and 10 rebounds for Luxembourg.
Group C
Israel - Iceland 76-52 Israel fired past Iceland at the start of the championship. Ofir Banet (168-G-96) produced 14 points to lead the charge. Israel established a 39:20 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Daniel Raber (183-F-96) accounted for 13 points and 9 rebounds for Israel. Sara Run Hinriksdottir (165-SF-96) replied with 16 points and 10 rebounds for Iceland.
Denmark - United Kingdom 40-64 Great Britain stormed past Denmark for the opening win in Romania. Georgia Gayle (170-PG-97) came up with 18 points for the winners. Great Britain accumulated a 26:14 halftime lead. Great Britain outscored Denmark in the second half and eased to the victory. Bethany Sarson (178-F-96) tossed in 14 points in the win. Kathrine Klint (174-F-96) replied with 10 points for Denmark.
Group D
Ukraine - Hungary 42-62 Hungary went on a 26:10 run in the second quarter and cleared off for good against Ukraine in the opener. Debora Dubei (181-SF-97) and Nina Aho (174-PG-97) stepped up with 13 points each for the winning side. Dorottya Nagy (180-PF-97) accounted for 10 points and 14 rebounds for Hungary. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) responded with 12 points and 16 rebounds for Ukraine. Olena Boiko (181-SF-97) chipped in 11 points in the loss.
Montenegro - Romania 63-45 Montenegro upset hosting Romania at the beginning of the tournament. Milica Manojlovic (170-PG-98) registered 11 points in the victory. Montenegro went on a 39:20 second half run to seal the win. Sladjana Rakovic (182-F/C-96) had 10 points in the victory. Mihaela Maxim (167-PG-96) answered with 12 points for Romania.
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