France - Spain 60-76 Spain conquered the European Championship title. They defeated France in the Final in Celje tonight. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) scored 27 points, grabbed 7 rebounds and issued 4 assists for the winners. She was named the MVP after the Final. France ensured a 16:10 lead after the opening quarter. Spain however responded with a 25:11 run in the second term to spur ahead for a 35:27 halftime lead. Spain notched 20 points in the third term to take a 9-point lead. Spain followed with a 21:14 run in the fourth frame and clinched the title. Maria Conde (184-F-97) tallied 21 points and 16 boards for Spain. Alexia Chartereau (189-C-98) responded with 15 points and 10 rebounds for France. Lisa Berkani (173-SG-97) tossed in 14 points in the loss.
3-4 Place
Russia - Italy 71-52 Russia prevailed against Italy to earn the Bronze medals. Kristina Safonova (169-PG-97) and Anna Burovaya (172-PG-97) delivered 11 points each for the winners. Russia established a massive 41:18 halftime lead. Russia boosted the lead at 24-point mark at the final intermission and marched to the victory. Olga Frolkina (180-F-97) tossed in 10 points for the winners. Francesca Pan (180-SG-97) responded with 25 points for Italy.
5-6 Place
Slovenia - Czech Republic 82-55 Slovenia wrapped up their campaign in Celje with victory. The hosts held off Czech Republic to finish in the fifth position. Annamaria Prezelj (177-SG-97) stepped up with 23 points and 6 rebounds to pace the winners. Slovenia used a 46:22 run in the first half to clear off. They protected the lead well throughout the second half and cruised to the victory. Alma Potocnik (173-PG-97) tossed in 18 points for Slovenia. Michaela Krejzova (178-F-98) responded with 13 points for Czech Republic.
7-8 Place
Holland - Belgium 50-58 Belgium held off Netherlands to earn the 7th position. Elise Ramette (167-PG-98) produced 15 points for the winners. Belgium claimed a 21:11 lead after ten minutes. Netherlands pulled within a single point at the interval 31:32. Belgium held the Dutch team to just 8 points in the third term to take a 9-point lead at the final intermission. They maintained the lead throughout the fourth frame and coasted to the win. Serena-Lynn Geldof (195-C-97) delivered 14 points and 8 rebounds for Belgium. Laura Westerik (170-G-98) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds for Netherlands.
9-10 Place
Croatia - Lithuania 71-55 Croatia outgunned Lithuania to earn the ninth position in Celje. Ivana Dojkic (180-SG-97) stepped up with 32 points to lead the winners. Croatia recorded a 34:29 halftime lead. They stretched the margin at 12-point mark at the final intermission. Croatia held Lithuania to just 12 points in the fourth quarter and raced to the win. Iva Slonjsak (181-SG-97) chipped in 14 points in the victory. Laura Juskaite (186-PF-97) responded with 15 points for Lithuania.
11-12 Place
Israel - Serbia 45-73 Serbia fired past Israel to conquer the 11th overall position at the tournament. Kristina Arsenic (193-C-97, agency: ISM Basket) came up with 20 points to lead the effort. Serbia piled up a 37:24 halftime lead. They went on a 36:21 second half rally to secure the winning outcome. Snezana Bogicevic and Aleksandra Katanic (172-PG-97, agency: Beo Basket) had 13 points each for the winners. Eden Rotberg (167-G-98) responded with 9 points for Israel.
13-14 Place
Poland - Hungary 41-46 Hungary clinched the 13th position at the championship. They outgunned Poland in the key game of the tournament for both teams. Hungary remained in Division A, while Poland got relegated. Virag Kiss (192-C-98) and Nina Aho (174-PG-97) notched 10 points each to lead the winners. Klaudia Budkiewicz (167-PG-97) responded with 13 points for Poland.
15-16 Place
Estonia - Portugal 49-60 Portugal outgunned Estonia in the battle of two relegated teams. Maria Kostourkova (191-C-97) notched 17 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Portugal recorded a comfortable 39:19 halftime lead. Estonia pulled within 9 points at the final intermission. But Portugal held Estonia to just 13 points in the fourth frame and rallied to the win. Carolina Goncalves (173-F-97) contributed 11 points for the winners. Sandra Tael (176-F-98) responded with 12 points and 6 rebounds for Estonia.
France and Spain to clash for title in Celje - Aug 8, 2015
SEMIFINALS
France - Russia 62-59 France toppled Russia to reach the title game in Celje. Lisa Berkani (173-SG-97) notched 23 points and 10 rebounds to pace Les Bleues. Russia led by a single point at the first break. But France used a 19:12 run in the second frame to secure a 37:31 halftime lead. France boosted the gap at 9-point mark at the final intermission. Russia narrowed the deficit in the fourth term but could not avoid the defeat. Alix Duchet and Ana Tadic posted 10 points apiece in the victory. Olga Frolkina (180-F-97) responded with 12 points for Russia. Yulia Kozik (176-PG-97) chipped in 11 points in the loss.
Italy - Spain 56-66 Spain coasted past Italy to reach the Final in Celje. Maria Conde (184-F-97) tossed in 20 points and grabbed 8 rebounds to lead the winners. Spain eked out a 14:13 lead after ten minutes. They boosted the gap at 4-point mark at the interval 32:28. Spain rallied to a 43:38 lead at the final intermission. They protected the lead throughout the fourth quarter and raced to the victory. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) had 18 points for the winners. Mariella Santucci (178-PG-97) responded with 15 points and 7 rebounds for Italy.
5-8 Place
Czech Republic - Belgium 68-56 Tereza Sipova (179-F/C-97) scored 17 points and Czech Republic outgunned Belgium in Celje today. Czech Republic built a 36:30 halftime lead. They stretched the gap at 14-point mark at the final intermission and cruised to the victory at the end. Julia Reisingerova (194-C-98) had 12 points and 9 rebounds for Czech Republic. Eline Maesschalck (177-G/F-97) responded with 12 points for Belgium.
Holland - Slovenia 55-66 Slovenia nipped Netherlands in the classification games for the fifth position. Zala Friskovec (176-G-99, agency: Kotnik Sports Agency) posted 19 points to lead the charge. Netherlands eked out a 31:30 halftime lead. However Slovenia went on a 23:14 run in the third term to ensure a comfortable lead. Slovenia held the Dutch juniors to 10 points in the fourth quarter and sealed the win. Althea Gwashavanhu (188-C-97) had 14 points and 16 rebounds for Slovenia. Myrthe Den Heeten (173-G-97) replied with 11 points for Netherlands.
9-12 Place
Serbia - Lithuania 43-78 Lithuania stormed past Serbia in the classification round. Gabija Meskonyte (178-SG-98) stepped up with 25 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Lithuania piled up a comfortable 42:26 halftime lead. Lithuania went on a 36:17 second half rally to claim a comfortable win. Laura Juskaite (186-PF-97) netted 22 points for the winners. Marinkovic Anja (173-G-98) replied with 12 points for Serbia.
Croatia - Israel 77-62 Croatia prevailed against Israel in the classification round in Celje. Iva Slonjsak (181-SG-97) stepped up with 27 points to lead the winners. Croatia piled up a 39:30 halftime lead. They maintained the lead throughout the second half. Croatia dropped 38 points in the second half and eased to the win. Ivana Dojkic (180-SG-97) posted 18 points for the winners. Eden Rotberg (167-G-98) responded with 18 points for Israel.
13-16 Place
Estonia - Poland 47-67 Poland outgunned Estonia in the classification round. Julia Niemojewska (168-PG-98) stepped up with 14 points for the winners. Poland grabbed a 39:28 halftime lead. Poland limited their opponents to just 19 points in the second half and rallied to the victory. Natalia Gwizdala (177-F/G-98) netted 13 points for the winners. Sandra Tael (176-F-98) responded with 14 points for Estonia.
Portugal - Hungary 57-58 Hungary snatched a narrow win over Portugal in the classification round. Debora Dubei (181-SF-97) notched 23 points to lead the winners. Hungary recorded a 29:23 halftime lead. Portugal eked out a one-point lead heading into the fourth stanza. But Hungary managed to prevail at the end. They limited Portugal to just 12 points in the fourth frame and sealed the victory. Eniko Kuttor (183-F-97) had 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Maianca Umabano (174-F-97) responded with 14 points for Portugal.
Russia, France, Spain and Italy reach semifinals in Celje - Aug 7, 2015
Quarterfinals
Czech Republic - Italy 46-63 Francesca Pan (180-SG-97) nailed 14 points as Italy rallied past Czech Republic in the quarterfinal clash. Italy got to a strong start. They registered a 23:9 lead after ten minutes. The Azzurri wrapped up regulation on an 18:9 surge to ice the win. Mariella Santucci (178-PG-97) finished with 13 points for the winners. Tereza Sipova (179-F/C-97) responded with 17 points for Czech Republic.
Slovenia - Russia 80-89 Russia upset hosting Slovenia to advance into the semifinal stage. Raisa Musina (189-F/C-98) notched 25 points and 12 rebounds in the victory. Russia built a 24:14 lead after ten minutes. They followed with a 28:12 rally in the third quarter to gain a comfortable 21-point lead at the final intermission. Slovenia notched 33 points in the fourth quarter but could not rescue the game. Olga Frolkina (180-F-97) had 20 points in the win. Annamaria Prezelj (177-SG-97) responded with 23 points for Slovenia.
Spain - Belgium 59-53 Maria Conde stepped up with 18 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists to lead Spain past Belgium into the semifinal stage. Spain dominated in the first half. They raced to a comfortable 43:28 halftime advantage. Belgium narrowed the gap at 13-point mark at the final break. Belgium held Spain to just 5 points in the fourth quarter but could not avoid the defeat. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) delivered 18 points for the winners. Serena-Lynn Geldof (195-C-97) and Eline Maesschalck (177-G/F-97) responded with 12 points each for Belgium.
France - Holland 89-32 France advanced into the semifinal stage in Celje. They cruised past Netherlands in the quarterfinal clash. Ana Tadic (190-C-98) stepped up with 16 points and 7 rebounds for Les Bleues. France rolled to a 42:19 halftime lead. They held the Dutch opponents to just 13 points in the second half and rallied to the victory. Alexia Chartereau (189-C-98) had 15 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Laura Westerik (170-G-98) responded with 6 points for Netherlands.
9-16 Place
Israel - Poland 56-44 Eden Rotberg (167-G-98) and Yael Galili (175-SG-97) notched 14 points each to pace Israel past Poland. Israel registered a 28:20 halftime lead. Israel went on a 16:10 rally in the fourth quarter to ice the win. Alicija Szloser responded with 14 points for Poland.
Croatia - Estonia 65-50 Croatia outgunned Estonia in the classification round in Celje. Ivana Dojkic (180-SG-97) nailed 23 points to lead the winners. Croatia recorded a 41:31 halftime lead. They held Estonia to just 19 points in the second half and marched to the win. Iva Slonjsak (181-SG-97) tossed in 14 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Kadri Uiga (183-F-97) responded with 18 points and 13 rebounds for Estonia.
Hungary - Lithuania 68-72 Lithuania snatched a tough win over Hungary in the classification round clash in Celje. Gabija Meskonyte (178-SG-98) posted 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Hungary raced to a 45:32 halftime lead. Lithuania however turned things around in the second half. They went on a 40:23 second half surge and iced the victory. Laura Juskaite (186-PF-97) provided 14 points and 8 rebounds in the win. Debora Dubei (181-SF-97) responded with 28 points and 14 rebounds for Hungary.
Portugal - Serbia 50-57 Serbia beat Portugal to a sigh of relief. They avoided relegation with the success. Kristina Arsenic (193-C-97, agency: ISM Basket) posted 14 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Serbia recorded a 30:26 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 7-point mark at the final break and rallied to the victory. Jovana Subasic and Tamara Jovancevic had 10 points each in the win. Beatriz Jordao (185-C-99) responded with 10 points for Portugal.
Quarterfinals are set in Celje - Aug 6, 2015
Group E
Spain - France 54-58 France remained undefeated in Celje. They held off Spain to finish on top of Group E. Lisa Berkani (173-SG-97) and Alix Duchet (165-PG-97) recorded 12 points each to pace Les Bleues. Spain opened a comfortable 31:14 halftime lead. But France responded with a strong 25:5 run in the third term to surge ahead. They notched 19 points in the fourth period and sealed the victory. Alexia Chartereau (189-C-98) had 8 points and 17 rebounds for the winners. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) responded with 16 points for Spain.
Russia - Israel 79-51 Russia stormed past Israel for 3-2 record in Group E. Raisa Musina (189-F/C-98) came up with 22 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Russia opened a 44:20 halftime lead. They controlled the tempo in the second half and cruised to the victory. Yulia Kozik (176-PG-97) netted 11 points for the winners. Eden Rotberg (167-G-98) and Ofir Lavy (160-PG-97) responded with 10 points each for Israel.
Portugal - Italy 42-53 Italy beat Portugal to finish in the fourth position in Group E. The Azzurri therefore made it into the quarterfinal stage. Giulia Ciavarella (181-PF-97) stepped up with 14 points to pace the winners. Italy and Portugal were tied at 16 after the first half. Italy spurred ahead for a 5-point lead at the final intermission. The Azzurri knocked down 19 points in the fourth period and sealed the victory. Mariella Santucci and Jasmine Keys (186-G-97) provided 9 points apiece for Italy. Maria Kostourkova (191-C-97) responded with 14 points and 12 rebounds for Portugal.
Group F
Holland - Belgium 36-61 Belgium thumped Netherlands to clinch the third position in Group F. Sofia Ouahabi (165-G-97) stepped up with 19 points to lead the winners. Belgium registered a 27:21 halftime lead. They extended the margin in the second half. Belgium coasted to the victory at the end. Serena-Lynn Geldof (195-C-97) provided 15 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Evi Dekker (173-SG-98) responded with 10 points for Netherlands.
Croatia - Slovenia 73-87 Slovenia beat Croatia to finish the Second Stage on the winning note. Slovenia thus claimed the second position in Group F. Larisa Ocvirk (185-SF-97) led the hosts with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Slovenia led by just two points at the interval 45:43. However the home team used a strong 24:14 run in the third term to spur ahead. Slovenia limited Croatia to only 16 points in the fourth frame and raced to the win. Annamaria Prezelj (177-SG-97) finished with 15 points in the victory. Iva Slonjsak (181-SG-97) replied with 20 points, 6 assists and 4 rebounds for Croatia.
Czech Republic - Hungary 85-49 Czech Republic cruised past Hungary to clinch the top position in Group F. Petra Holesinska (167-G-97) stepped up with solid 27 points to lead the winners. Czech Republic grabbed a comfortable 43:20 halftime lead. They maintained the advantage throughout the second half and coasted to the victory. Michaela Matuskova (166-G-97) provided 14 points for the winners. Agnes Torok (180-F-98) responded with 16 points and 8 rebounds for Hungary.
Group G
Serbia - Estonia 55-53 Serbia nipped Estonia to gain 1-2 record in Group G. Jovana Nogic stepped up with 11 points for the winners. Estonia claimed a 33:27 halftime advantage. Serbia turned things around in the third term. They went on a 22:9 rally to spur ahead. Estonia held their opponents to just 6 points in the fourth quarter but could not avoid the defeat. Aleksandra Katanic (172-PG-97, agency: Beo Basket) had 9 points, 7 rebounds and 5 steals for the winners. Kadri Uiga responded with 16 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists for Estonia.
Lithuania - Poland 40-53 Poland registered the third straight victory in Group G. They knocked down Lithuania for 3-0 record. Klaudia Niedzwiedzka (182-PF-98) stepped up with 15 points to pace the winners. Poland recorded a 37:22 halftime lead. Lithuania slowed their opponents down in the second half but Poland still marched to the victory. Klaudia Budkiewicz (167-PG-97) provided 12 points for the winners. Birgita Gudelionyte responded with 9 points and 8 rebounds for Lithuania.
Recap of Day 2 of Second Stage in Celje - Aug 5, 2015
Group E
Israel - Portugal 43-63 Portugal claimed the first victory at the Second Stage. They overcame Israel for 1-3 record in Group E. Maria Kostourkova (191-C-97) posted 15 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Portugal recorded a 33:22 halftime lead. Portugal went on a 20:11 rally in the third term to clear off for good. Mariah Nunes (178-G-93, college: Fair Dickinson) had 10 points for the winners. Yael Galili (175-SG-97) responded with 10 points for Israel.
Italy - Spain 67-68 OT Spain eked out a tough overtime victory over Italy. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) and Maria Conde (184-F-97) teamed up for 9 points in the extra period and sealed the win for Spain. Italy recorded a 27:20 halftime lead. Spain responded with a 24:15 rally in the third quarter to spur ahead. But Italy went on a 17:15 run in the fourth stanza to force overtime. However Angela Salvadores and Maria Conde stepped up for Spain and sealed the win. Salvadores finished with 31 points for Spain. Maria Conde added 11 points for the winners. Francesca Pan (180-SG-97) responded with 20 points and 8 rebounds for Italy.
France - Russia 56-48 France extended their perfect run in Celje. They knocked down Russia to gain 4-0 record on top of Group E. Lisa Berkani (173-SG-97) posted 23 points and 6 rebounds for the Les Bleues. France eked out a 25:24 halftime lead. They went on a 15:9 run in the fourth quarter and iced the win. Francesca Dorby (181-F-97) and Alexia Chartereau (189-C-98) had 8 points each in the victory. Anna Burovaya responded with 11 points for Russia.
Group F
Hungary - Croatia 52-56 Ivana Dojkic (180-SG-97) stepped up with 27 points and 13 rebounds to lead Croatia past Hungary. Croatia piled up a 36:30 halftime lead. They boosted the lead at 11-point mark at the final intermission. Hungary narrowed the gap in the final frame but could not rescue the game. Iva Slonjsak (181-SG-97) had 12 points for the winners. Debora Dubei (181-SF-97) replied with 18 points and 10 rebounds for Hungary.
Slovenia - Holland 73-54 Slovenia got back to winning ways in Celje. The hosts outgunned Netherlands to take 3-1 record in Group F. Annamaria Prezelj (177-SG-97) tossed in 15 points to lead the winners. Slovenia recorded a 40:13 halftime lead. Netherlands narrowed the gap in the second half but could not avoid the loss at the end. Larisa Ocvirk (185-SF-97) produced 13 points and 7 rebounds in the win. Evi Dekker (173-SG-98) responded with 13 points for Netherlands.
Belgium - Czech Republic 53-62 Czech Republic toppled Belgium to improve at 3-1 record in Group F. Julia Reisingerova (194-C-98) netted 24 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for the Czech team. Czech Republic accumulated a 32:18 halftime lead. The gap grew at 22-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the win. Petra Holesinska (167-G-97) delivered 9 points in the victory. Yelena Mense (180-PF-97) responded with 11 points for Belgium.
Group G
Serbia - Lithuania 66-70 Lithuania recorded the second straight win in classification round Group G. They outgunned Serbia behind 16 points from Agne Bobinaite. Lithuania ensured a 36:30 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 11-point mark at the final intermission. Serbia cut the deficit in the fourth term but could not avoid the defeat. Laura Juskaite (186-PF-97) and Martyna Petrenaite (177-SF-98) had 12 points each in the win. Jovana Nogic (181-G-97) answered with 24 points, 7 assists and 6 rebounds for Serbia.
Estonia - Poland 39-75 Poland improved at 2-0 record in Group G. They dropped Estonia in Celje today. Zuzanna Puc (182-PF-97) came up with 14 points for the winners. Poland registered a 35:24 halftime lead. Poland used a strong 25:7 run in the third term to clear off for good. Klaudia Budkiewicz (167-PG-97) posted 11 points in the victory. Helena Saar (180-F-97) responded with 10 points for Estonia.
Start of Second Stage in Celje - Aug 4, 2015
Group E
Russia - Italy 64-53 Russia got to the winning start of the Second Stage. They held off Italy for 2-1 record in Group E. Raisa Musina (189-F/C-98) posted 22 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the winners. Russia grabbed a 35:22 halftime lead. Italy narrowed the distance at 4-point mark at the final intermission. Russia held the Azzurri to just 10 points in the fourth quarter and sailed to the victory. Olga Frolkina (180-F-97) accounted for 9 points for the winners. Jasmine Keys responded with 16 points and 16 rebounds for Italy.
Portugal - France 44-50 France earned the first victory in Group E. They edged Portugal for 3-0 record. Maeva Djaldi-Tabdi (187-C-98) produced 14 points for the winners. France recorded a 31:17 halftime lead. Portugal narrowed the gap in the second half but could not avoid the defeat. Alexia Chartereau (189-C-98) tossed in 12 points and collected 11 rebounds for Les Bleues. Maria Kostourkova (191-C-97) responded with 15 points and 11 rebounds for Portugal.
Spain - Israel 83-52 Spain coasted past Israel for the opening victory at the Second Stage. Ainhoa Lopez (180-SG-97) scored 19 points to lead the winners. Spain accumulated a 41:33 halftime lead. Spain unloaded 32 points in the third term and rallied to the comfortable victory. Laia Raventos (171-PG-97) had 13 points in the win. Yuli Grossman (171-PG-97) responded with 16 points for Israel.
Group F
Croatia - Belgium 51-55 Belgium outscored Croatia to improve at 1-2 record in Group F. Sofia Ouahabi (165-G-97) posted 14 points to pace the winners. Croatia eked out a 17:13 lead after the opening frame. But Belgium erased the deficit in the next two periods. They tied things up at 44 heading into the fourth quarter. Belgium held Croatia to just 7 points in the final period and got away with the victory. Eline Maesschalck (177-G/F-97) and Serena-Lynn Geldof (195-C-97) had 12 points each in the win. Iva Slonjsak (181-SG-97) answered with 17 points for Croatia.
Czech Republic - Slovenia 62-58 Czech Republic upset hosting Slovenia at the start of the Second Stage. Julia Reisingerova (194-C-98) tallied 13 points and 11 rebounds for the Czech team. Czech Republic jumped to a 21:15 lead after the opening frame. Slovenia pulled ahead for a 34:33 halftime lead. But Czech Republic held the hosts to just 24 points in the second half and got away with the victory. Petra Holesinska (167-G-97) netted 13 points in the win. Althea Gwashavanhu (188-C-97) replied with 15 points for Slovenia.
Holland - Hungary 53-46 Netherlands tipped off the Second Stage campaign with victory. The Dutch team overcame Hungary to take 1-1 record in Group F. Janis Ndiba (182-F/C-97) posted 22 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Hungary recorded a 14:6 lead after ten minutes. Netherlands tied things up at 37 at the final intermission. They followed with a 16:9 rally in the fourth quarter and sealed the victory. Laura Westerik (170-G-98) had 15 points in the win. Debora Dubei (181-SF-97) responded with 15 points and 7 rebounds for Hungary.
Group G
Lithuania - Estonia 67-44 Lithuania recorded the first victory in classification round Group G. Agne Bobinaite (180-PG-97) provided 22 points as Lithuanai edged Estonia. Lithuania recorded a 32:23 halftime lead. They boosted the gap at 17-point mark at the final break. Lithuania stayed in charge throughout the final frame and coasted to the win. Brigita Gudelionyte (180-F-98) had 14 points for the winners. Ege-Ly Viirmaa (169-PG-98) answered with 15 points for Estonia.
Poland - Serbia 64-56 Poland edged Serbia to get to the winning start of Group G campaign. Julia Niemojewska (168-PG-98) and Zuzanna Puc (182-PF-97) came up with 13 points each for the winners. Poland registered a 32:28 halftime lead. They followed with a 21:7 rally in the third term to clear off for good. Jovana Nogic (181-G-97) answered with 17 points for Serbia.
Recap of Day 3 in Celje - Aug 2, 2015
Group A
Israel - France 31-56 France finished the preliminary round undefeated. They stormed past Israel to gain 3-0 record atop of Group A. Lisa Berkani (173-SG-97) and Alexia Chartereau (189-C-98) had 13 points each for the winners. France built a 29:11 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Noga Pelc (169-SG-98) answered with 8 points for Israel.
Italy - Lithuania 85-65 Italy edged Lithuania to improve at 2-1 record in Group A. Rachele Porcu (165-PG-97) stepped up with 21 points to pace the winners. Lithuania accounted for a 25:18 lead after ten minutes. But Italy used a 22:12 run in the second term to take a 40:37 halftime lead. Italy went on a 29:13 rally in the fourth quarter to seal the victory. Elisa Policari (183-G-97) had 13 points for the winners. Martyna Petrenaite (177-SF-98) responded with 11 points and 13 rebounds for Lithuania.
Group B
Poland - Russia 37-85 Russia coasted past Poland to take 2-1 record in Group B. Yulia Kozik (176-PG-97) stepped up with 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for Russia. They jumped to a comfortable 45:16 halftime lead. Russia stayed in charge throughout the second half and coasted to the victory. Raisa Musina (189-F/C-98) tallied 12 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Klaudia Niedzwiedzka (182-PF-98) responded with 9 points for Poland.
Spain - Portugal 66-61 OT Spain used an overtime to tame Portugal for the third straight win in Group B. Spain entered the fourth quarter up by five points but Portugal replied with an 18:13 run to force overtime. Spain went on a 14:9 rally in the extra period and sealed the victory. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) had 22 points for the winners. Maria Conde (184-F-97) had 18 points and 9 rebounds in the victory. Maianca Umabano (174-F-97) responded with 23 points for Portugal.
Group C
Slovenia - Belgium 68-59 Slovenia overcame Belgium to post the third consecutive victory in Celje. The hosts recorded a 23:10 lead after ten minutes. Belgium pulled within 3 points at the final intermission. However Slovenia sparked a 17:11 run in the fourth quarter and rolled to the victory. Annamaria Prezelj (177-SG-97) delivered 22 points for Slovenia. Alma Potocnik (173-PG-97) had 12 points for the winners. Elina Maesschalck tossed in 13 points in the loss.
Hungary - Serbia 77-56 Hungary knocked down Serbia for the second victory in Group C. Virga Weningen provided 17 points to lead the effort. Hungary claimed a 37:27 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 18-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the win. Debora Dubei (181-SF-97) delivered 13 points for Hungary. Aleksandra Katanic (172-PG-97, agency: Beo Basket) and Jovana Nogic (181-G-97) answered with 11 points apiece for Serbia.
Group D
Estonia - Croatia 49-64 Croatia outgunned Estonia to finish on top of the ladder in Group D. Ivana Dojkic (180-SG-97) and Iva Slonjsak (181-SG-97) chipped in 17 points each for the winners. Croatia recorded a 35:25 halftime lead. They extended the lead in the third term. Croatia entered the final period up by 13 points and never looked back en route to the victory. Tihana Stojsavljevic had 14 points for the winners. Mariann Adelbert (189-C-98) responded with 12 points and 8 rebounds for Estonia.
Czech Republic - Holland 60-55 Czech Republic accumulated the second win in Group D. They held off Netherlands for 2-1 record. Julia Reisingerova (194-C-98) accounted for 17 points and 15 rebounds for Czech Republic. They established a comfortable 42:22 halftime lead. Netherlands went on a determined comeback surge in the second half but could not avoid the defeat. Petra Holesinska (167-G-97) notched 16 points and 9 rebounds for Czech Republic. Laura Westerik (170-G-98) responded with 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for Netherlands.
Recap of Day 2 in Celje - Jul 31, 2015
Group A
France - Lithuania 70-48 France recorded the second consecutive victory in Group A. They dropped Lithuania to stay undefeated. Lisa Berkani posted 16 points for the winners. Les Bleues registered a 30:22 halftime lead. They extended the gap at 14-point mark at the final intermission. France stayed in charge throughout the fourth period and cruised to the win. Alexia Chartereau (189-C-98) accounted for 15 points and 12 rebounds in the victory. Laura Juskaite (186-PF-97) replied with 18 points and 13 rebounds for Lithuania.
Israel - Italy 55-90 Italy knocked down Israel to gain 1-1 record in Group A. Francesca Pan (180-SG-97) posted 24 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Italy recorded a 48:25 halftime lead. The Azzurri maintained the lead throughout the second half and coasted to the victory. Elisa Policari (183-G-97) netted 15 points in the win. Amit Tulman (164-PG-97) and Yarden Danan (177-SG-97) responded with 13 points each for Israel.
Group B
Poland - Spain 46-50 OT Spain claimed the second straight victory in Celje. They overcame Poland in overtime to remain perfect in Group B. Maria Conde (184-F-97) scored 14 points, grabbed 14 rebounds and issued 4 assists for the winners. Spain accumulated a 29:22 halftime lead. But Poland held their opponents to just 13 points in the second half to send the game into overtime. Spain reacted with an 8:4 rally in the extra period and sealed the victory. Laia Raventos (171-PG-97) delivered 10 points for the winners. Klaudia Niedzwiedzka (182-PF-98) responded with 12 points for Poland.
Russia - Portugal 83-71 Russia secured the opening victory in Celje. They rallied past Portugal in Group B. Olga Frolkina (180-F-97) came off the bench to finish with 24 points for the winners. Portugal accounted for a 40:37 halftime lead. They secured a 4-point lead heading into the fourth quarter. But Russia ignited a 32:16 rally in the final frame to snatch the victory. Svetlana Gorshkova (176-F-97) had 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for Russia. Carolina Bernardeco replied with 28 points for Portugal.
Group C
Slovenia - Hungary 71-50 Slovenia beat Hungary for the second straight victory in Group C. Annamaria Prezelj (177-SG-97) stepped up with 25 points to lead the winners. Hungary enjoyed a narrow 32:31 halftime lead. But the hosts went on a massive 40:18 second half run to seal the victory. Larisa Ocvirk (185-SF-97) provided 10 points in the win. Debora Dubei (181-SF-97) responded with 12 points and 9 rebounds for Hungary.
Belgium - Serbia 50-46 Belgium outgunned Serbia for 1-1 record in Group C. Serena-Lynn Geldof (195-C-97) recorded 13 points for the winners. Belgium accumulated a 27:20 halftime lead. Serbia narrowed the distance in the second half but could not avoid the defeat. Fauva Bastiaenssen netted 9 points in the win. Aleksandra Katanic (172-PG-97, agency: Beo Basket) answered with 11 points for Serbia.
Group D
Croatia - Holland 67-69 OT Netherlands used overtime to nip Croatia for the second win in a row in Group D. Laura Westerik (170-G-98) sank 18 points and collected 7 rebounds for the winners. Croatia enjoyed a 9-point lead at the third break. But Netherlands responded with a 22:13 run in the fourth frame to force overtime. Netherlands knocked down 9 points in the extra period to celebrate victory. Janis Ndiba (182-F/C-97) had 11 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Ivana Dojkic (180-SG-97) replied with 22 points and 7 rebounds for Croatia.
Estonia - Czech Republic 29-76 Czech Republic drubbed Estonia for 1-1 record in Group D. Michaela Krejzova (178-F-98) notched 21 points to lead the winners. Czech Republic secured a 41:18 halftime lead. The Czech team kept Estonia at bay throughout the second half and coasted to the victory. Julia Reisingerova (194-C-98) had 17 points in the win. Kadri Uiga (183-F-97) replied with 9 points for Estonia.
Recap of Day 1 in Celje - Jul 30, 2015
Group A
Lithuania - Israel 58-79 Israel outgunned Lithuania at the start of the European Championship for both teams. Yael Galili (175-SG-97) came up with 23 points to lead the winners. Israel built a 31:27 halftime lead. They extended the gap at 11-point mark at the final intermission. Israel unleashed 27 points in the fourth term and rolled to the win. Eden Rotberg (167-G-98) provided 15 points in the victory. Agne Bobinaite (180-PG-97) answered with 12 points and 13 rebounds for Lithuania.
Italy - France 51-65 Alexia Chartereau (189-C-98) stepped up with 15 points as France rolled past Italy in the opener. France accumulated a 30:19 halftime lead. France went on a 20:13 run in the fourth quarter and ensured the winning outcome. Lisa Berkani (173-SG-97) had 12 points for the winners. Giulia Ciavarella (181-PF-97) responded with 16 points for Italy.
Group B
Spain - Russia 70-63 Spain overcame a massive 19-point halftime deficit to tame Russia in the opening game in Group B. Angela Salvadores (178-G-97) scored 19 points to lead the winners. Russia jumped to what seemed a comfortable 39:20 halftime lead. But Spain turned the tables in the third term. They went on a 30:10 run in the third term to spur ahead. Spain followed with a 20:14 rally in the fourth quarter to seal the win. Maria Conde (184-F-97) netted 18 points and grabbed 9 rebounds for Spain. Raisa Musina (189-F/C-98) responded with 21 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists for Russia.
Portugal - Poland 60-38 Portugal overwhelmed Poland in the opener in Celje. Carolina Goncalves (173-F-97) tallied 30 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Portugal piled up a 30:21 halftime lead. Portugal held their opponents to just 17 points in the second half and coasted to the win. Maria Kostourkova (191-C-97) netted 15 points and collected 11 rebounds for the winners. Zuzanna Puc (182-PF-97) answered with 12 points and 15 rebounds for Poland.
Group C
Hungary - Belgium 57-56 Hungary eked out a tough one-point victory over Belgium in the opening game of the championship for both teams. Nina Aho (174-PG-97) stepped up with 13 points to lead the winners. Belgium entered the fourth quarter up by one point 46:45. But Hungary held their opponents to just 10 points in the fourth period and raced to the win. Virag Kiss (192-C-98) tallied 11 points and 18 rebounds for Hungary. Maesschack and Sofia Ouahabi (165-G-97) replied with 15 points apiece for Belgium.
Serbia - Slovenia 56-72 Slovenia topped Serbia in the opener. Annamaria Prezelj (177-SG-97) came up with 26 points to lead the hosts to the win. Slovenia registered a 45:36 halftime lead. Slovenia held their opponents to just 20 points in the second half and breezed to the victory. Alma Potocnik (173-PG-97) had 13 points in the win. Snezana Bogicevic (177-PG-97) answered with 20 points and 7 rebounds for Serbia.
Group D
Holland - Estonia 66-37 Netherlands fired past Estonia for the opening victory in Group D. Asa Kantebeen (175-SG-97) stepped up with 14 points for the Dutch team. Netherlands built a 30:18 halftime lead. Netherlands went on a 22:7 rally in the third term and cleared off for good. Janis Ndiba (182-F/C-97) had 13 points and 12 rebounds in the win. Mariann Adelbert (189-C-98) responded with 8 points for Estonia.
Czech Republic - Croatia 66-78 Croatia beat Czech Republic as Iva Slonjsak (181-SG-97) scored 29 points. Croatia recorded a 37:36 halftime lead. Croatia boosted the gap at 5-point mark at the final intermission. They nailed 25 points in the fourth quarter and rolled to the win. Ivana Dojkic (180-SG-97) provided 15 points for Croatia. Petra Holesinska (167-G-97) replied with 21 points for Czech Republic.
Division B. Slovak Republic earn the trophy in Bucharest - Aug 9, 2015
FINAL
Slovakia - Latvia 49-45 Slovak Republic knocked down Latvia to conquer the title in Division B. Latvia eked out a 10:6 lead after ten minutes. Slovak Republic cut the deficit in the second frame. They pulled within a single point 22:23 at halftime. Latvia boosted the gap in the third term. The Baltic team recorded a 34:27 lead at the final intermission. Slovak Republic however triggered a strong 22:11 run in the fourth frame and celebrated the title. Veronika Remenarova (184-F-97) accounted for 10 points and 10 rebounds, while Laura Horvatova (166-PG-97) added 10 points for the champions. Digna Strautmane (189-F-98) responded with 18 points and 9 rebounds for Latvia. Anna Rezija Dreimane (192-C-97) had 11 points in the loss.
3-4 Place
Sweden - Turkey 49-60 Turkey outgunned Sweden to clinch the Bronze medals at the championship. The victory also secured Division A promotion for the Turkish team. Meltem Yildizhan (186-PF-99) stepped up with 15 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Turkey established a 39:19 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Zeynep Canbaz (172-G-97) and Inci Guclu (200-C-99, agency: Ates Ceren) added 10 points each for the winners. Embla Andersson (186-C-97) responded with 14 points for Sweden.
5-6 Place
Romania - Germany 54-59 Germany beat Romania for the fifth position in Bucharest. Leonie Schuetter (177-F-98) tallied 15 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Germany recorded a 27:21 halftime lead. Germany sank 19 points in the third term to take a 9-point lead at the final intermission. Romania cut the deficit in the fourth frame but could not avoid the defeat. Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) tossed in 12 points and collected 14 rebounds for the winners. Andreea Cretu (178-SG-98) and Ioana Ghizila (173-G-97) replied with 13 points each for Romania.
7-8 Place
Bosnia - Denmark 65-61 Bosnia and Herzegovina victoriously capped their championship campaign. They beat Denmark for the 7th position. Nedzla Kovacevic (185-F-97) scored 18 points to lead the winners. Denmark eked out a 29:28 halftime lead. Bosnia and Herzegovina notched 37 points in the second half and coasted to the victory. Jovana Markovic (186-PF-97) had 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists in the win. Enna Pehadzic (178-G/F-97) answered with 31 points and 10 rebounds for Denmark.
9-10 Place
Greece - Finland 53-56 Finland nipped Greece to occupy the 9th position. Marianne Kalin (186-PF-97) scored 15 points for the winners. Greece and Finland were tied at 27 after twenty minutes. Finland spurred ahead for a 42:38 advantage at the final intermission. Greece notched 15 points in the fourth frame but could not rescue the game. Sini Makela (175-G-97) added 11 points and 7 boards in the victory. Evgenia Kollatou (172-PG-98) responded with 20 points and 7 steals for Greece.
11-12 Place
United Kingdom - Belarus 50-68 Belarus capped their championship campaign on a high note. They outgunned Great Britain for the 11th-place finish. Hanna Brych (183-C-97) scored 18 points and grabbed 8 rebounds for the winning side. Great Britain established a 31:27 halftime lead. Belarus responded with a 23:9 run in the third term to surge ahead. They followed with an 18:10 rally in the fourth quarter to seal the win. Anastasiya Sushchyk and Yanina Inkina (183-PF-97) netted 16 points each for the winners. Savannah Wilkinson (178-F-98) responded with 9 points and 8 rebounds for Great Britain.
13-14 Place
Luxembourg - Ukraine 41-61 Ukraine registered the 13th position at the championship. They nipped Luxembourg in the final game in Bucharest. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) tallied 16 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Ukraine went on a 37:20 second half run and sealed a comfortable victory. Alina Lakh (164-PG-98) had 16 points for the winners. Jessy Goergen (173-PG-97) responded with 11 points for Luxembourg.
15-16 Place
Bulgaria - Switzerland 58-52 OT Bulgaria needed overtime to edge Switzerland for the 15th position at the championship. Gabriela Nikolova (180-F-97) posted 15 points and 13 rebounds to lead the winners. Switzerland enjoyed a 21:18 halftime lead. But Bulgaria used a 21:11 run in the third term to spur ahead. Switzerland forced the game into overtime but Bulgaria dropped 12 points in the extra period and iced the win. Anna Radenkova (182-SG-98) netted 15 points for the winners. Nancy Fora (173-G-97) responded with 15 points and 7 rebounds for Switzerland.
Group I
Cyprus - Ireland 56-90 Ireland coasted past Cyprus to claim the 18th position in Bucharest. Kelly Diggins (178-F-97) stepped up with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the Irish team. Ireland piled up a 58:32 halftime lead. They notched 42 points in the second half and coasted to the victory. Sarah Kenny (180-F/C-97) added 13 points, 10 rebounds, 8 steals and 5 assists in the win. Eleni Oikonomidou (180-C-97) responded with 22 points and 13 rebounds for Cyprus.
Albania - Iceland 50-70 Iceland knocked down Albania to gain the 17th position in the ladder. Sylvia Run Halfdanardottir (98) accounted for 25 points and 17 rebounds in the win. Albania eked out a 25:24 halftime lead. However Iceland responded with a 46:25 second half run to snatch the victory. Elfa Falsdottir (98) delivered 12 points in the win. Ebi Dishnica (182-F/C-97) responded with 21 points, 12 rebounds in the loss.
Division B. Latvia and Slovak Republic advance into Final - Aug 8, 2015
SEMIFINALS
Latvia - Turkey 54-41 Latvia outgunned Turkey to reach the Final. Paula Strautmane (184-F-97) netted 14 points and collected 9 rebounds as Latvia also earned Division A promotion with the victory. Latvia established a 26:14 halftime lead. Latvia kept Turkey at distance throughout the second half and cruised to the win. Dinija Pavelsone (168-G/F-98) provided 10 points in the victory. Inci Giclu responded with 13 points and 11 rebounds for Turkey.
Sweden - Slovakia 30-51 Slovak Republic will play in Division A next year. They stormed past Sweden to reach the Final in Bucharest. Tereza Sedlakova (180-F-97) stepped up with 12 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Slovak Republic accumulated a 30:11 halftime lead. They held Sweden to just 19 points in the second half and marched to the win. Laura Horvatova (166-PG-97) delivered 10 points in the victory. Embla Andersson (186-C-97) responded with 8 points for Sweden.
5-8 Place
Germany - Denmark 86-47 Germany will play for the fifth position in Bucharest. They toppled Denmark in the classification round today. Luana Rodefeld (172-SG-97) stepped up with 21 points, 7 assists and 4 rebounds for the winners. Germany registered a 37:22 halftime lead. They never looked back afterwards marching to the win. Johanna Klug (189-C-98) had 20 points in the victory. Enna Pehadzic (178-G/F-97) answered with 20 points for Denmark.
Romania - Bosnia 60-42 Ioana Ghizila (173-G-97) and Andreea Cretu (178-SG-98) scored 18 points each to lead Romania past Bosnia and Herzegovina. Romania piled up a 32:21 halftime lead. They maintained the lead throughout the second half and marched to the victory. Jovana Markovic (186-PF-97) answered with 13 points and 8 rebounds for Bosnia and Herzegovina.
9-12 Place
Finland - Belarus 62-50 Finland rallied past Belarus in Bucharest. Roosa Lehtoranta (176-G/F-97) and Iina Salmenkivi (182-C-97) scored 11 points each for the winners. Finland piled up a 35:24 halftime lead. They controlled the tempo throughout the second half and rolled to the win. Yanina Inkina (183-PF-97) responded with 14 points and 8 rebounds for Belarus.
Greece - United Kingdom 60-47 Greece outgunned Great Britain in Bucharest today. Maria Dandoulaki (181-PF-98) stepped up with 19 points and 8 rebounds to pace the Hellenes. Great Britain opened a 20:9 lead after ten minutes. But Greece went on a 19:2 run in the second frame to take a 28:22 halftime lead. Greece held their opponents to just 25 points in the second half and cruised to the victory. Angeliki Vintsilaiou (170-G-98) tallied 10 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Eleanor Jones (185-C-97) responded with 8 points and 11 rebounds for Great Britain.
Group I
Cyprus - Albania 84-57 Cyprus upset Albania to improve at 1-1 record in Group I. Eleni Oikonomidou (180-C-97) tallied 29 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Albania jumped to a 14:7 lead after ten minutes. But Cyprus went on a 56:25 run in the next two quarters and surged ahead for good. Stefanie Foukaris (185-F-97) had 28 points and 18 rebounds in the win. Rozalba Xhori responded with 16 points and 15 rebounds for Albania.
Ireland - Iceland 65-71 Iceland defeated Ireland for the second win in Group I. Emelia Osk Gunnarsdottir (98) stepped up with 23 points to lead the winners. Iceland recorded a 33:30 halftime lead. Ireland leveled things up at 47 heading into the fourth quarter. But Iceland knocked down 24 points in the fourth period and got away with the victory. Dyrfinna Arnardottir (98) netted 14 points in the win. Sarah Kenny responded with 15 points and 8 rebounds for Ireland.
13-16 Place
Ukraine - Switzerland 59-32 Ukraine coasted past Switzerland in Bucharest. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) scored 18 points to lead the winners. Ukraine recorded a 32:16 halftime lead. Ukraine limited Switzerland to just 16 points in the second half and coasted to the victory. Alina Lakh and Oksana Fastova had 8 points each for the winners. Safie Tolusso (178-SG-97) responded with 12 points for Switzerland.
Luxembourg - Bulgaria 67-61 Luxembourg edged Bulgaria in the classification round. Jessy Goergen (173-PG-97) scored 24 points to lead the winners. Luxembourg accounted for a 37:31 halftime lead. Bulgaria surged ahead in the third term but not for long. Luxembourg bounced back with a 15:6 run in the final frame to seal the win. Lisa Jablonowski (186-C-97) had 21 points and 20 rebounds in the victory. Ivona Ilieva (176-G-98) responded with 15 points for Bulgaria.
Division B. Semifinals are set in Bucharest - Aug 6, 2015
Group E
Denmark - Turkey 45-89 Turkey stormed past Denmark to clinch the semifinal birth. Irem Naz Topuz (176-F-97, agency: Ates Ceren) tallied 17 points and 7 assists to pace the winners. Turkey accounted for a 42:31 halftime advantage. Turkey boosted the gap at 23-point mark at the final intermission and cruised to the win. Sevgi Uzun (170-PG-97, agency: GoaBasket) had 15 points for the winners. Lena Svanholm (98) responded with 13 points and 9 rebounds for Denmark.
Romania - Sweden 37-42 Sweden outgunned Romania to finish Group E at 3-0 record. Sweden therefore advanced into the semifinal stage. Kristin Seman (171-SF-97) posted 9 points to lead the winners. Sweden eked out a 19:18 halftime lead. The Scandinavian team held Romania to just 19 points in the second half and marched to the victory. Fanny Hakanson (172-SG-97) tallied 7 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Ana Ferariu (174-G-97) responded with 20 points for Romania.
Group F
Bosnia - Germany 54-71 Germany victoriously their Group F campaign. They overcame Bosnia and Hrrzegovina but both teams failed to reach semifinals. Luana Rodefeld (172-SG-97) scored 16 points, grabbed 6 rebounds and issued 4 assists for the winners. Bosnia and Herzegovina enjoyed a 36:31 halftime lead. However Germany responded with a 40:18 second half run to ice the win. Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) tallied 13 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Nedzla Kovacevic (185-F-97) answered with 17 points for Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Latvia - Slovakia 41-39 Latvia eked out a tough win over Slovak Republic to seal the semifinal appearance. Anna Rezija Dreimane (192-C-97) posted 8 points and 9 rebounds as Latvia improved at 3-0 record in Group F. Latvia opened a 17:5 lead after the opening frame. But Slovak Republic narrowed the gap in the next periods. They pulled within striking distance but Latvia hung on to avoid the loss. Annija Einere (175-G-97) had 6 points for the winning side. Lucia Striesova (180-G-97) responded with 9 points for Slovak Republic.
Group G
Luxembourg - Switzerland 51-32 Luxembourg coasted past Switzerland for the first victory in Group G. Lisa Jablonowski (186-C-97) delivered 28 points, 7 steals and 6 rebounds for the winners. Luxembourg recorded a 24:17 halftime lead. They held the Swiss opponents to just 15 points in the second half and coasted to the victory. Jessy Goergen (173-PG-97) had 5 points for the winners. Nadia Constantin (166-G-97) and Alice Mauler (181-F-97) replied with 9 points each for Switzerland.
Greece - Belarus 51-42 Greece held off Belarus to gain 2-1 record in Group G. Maria Dandoulaki (181-PF-98) tallied 14 points and 16 rebounds for the Hellenes. Belarus enjoyed a 28:21 halftime lead. But Greece turned things around in the second half. They went on a 30:14 run to snatch a tough win. Evgenia Kollatou (172-PG-98) accounted for 14 points and 7 steals for the winners. Yanina Inkina (183-PF-97) responded with 16 points for Belarus.
Group H
Bulgaria - Ukraine 50-80 Ukraine coasted past Bulgaria for the first victory in Group H. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) stepped up with 18 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Ukraine built a 46:23 halftime lead and cruised to the victory in the second half. Yulia Musienko (178-G/F-97) finished with 16 points for the winning side. Antonia Filipova (178-SF-98) and Gabriela Nikolova (180-F-97) had 9 points each for Bulgaria.
United Kingdom - Finland 41-42 Finland snatched a narrow win over Great Britain to open 3-0 record in Group H. Marianne Kalin (186-PF-97) connected for 10 points for the winners. Finland registered a 21:20 halftime lead. Great Britain spurred ahead for a 30:29 lead at the final break. But Finland bounced back with a 13:11 run in the fourth period and avoided the defeat. Ella Vaatanen (184-C-97) had 7 points for the winners. Georgia Gayle (170-PG-97) responded with 8 points for Great Britain.
Division B. Second Stage starts in Bucharest - Aug 5, 2015
Group E
Turkey - Romania 61-55 Turkey claimed the first victory in Group E of the Second Stage. They overcame Romania for 1-1 record. Sevgi Uzun (170-PG-97, agency: GoaBasket) recorded 21 points to pace the winners. Turkey accounted for a 31:26 halftime lead. Turkey limited their opponents to just 29 points in the second half and raced to the victory. Inci Guclu (200-C-99, agency: Ates Ceren) provided 16 points and 18 rebounds for Turkey. Ana Ferariu (174-G-97) responded with 17 points, 7 assists and 6 rebounds for Romania.
Sweden - Denmark 49-27 Sweden improved at 2-0 record in Group E. They held their Scandinavian rivals Denmark. Fanny Wadling (186-F-97) scored 12 points to lead the winners. Kristin Seman (171-SF-97) accouned for 9 points and 6 rebounds for the Swedish team. Sweden grabbed a 24:11 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Enna Pehadzic (178-G/F-97) answered with 10 points and 9 rebounds for Denmark.
Group F
Germany - Latvia 49-69 Latvia registered the first victory in Group F. They outgunned Germany to gain 2-0 record. Paula Strautmane (184-F-97) recorded 24 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the Latvian juniors. Latvia outscored their opponents in each quarter and rallied to the victory. Digna Strautmane (189-F-98) delivered 14 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) responded with 15 points, 7 rebounds and 7 steals for Germany.
Slovakia - Bosnia 69-49 Slovak Republic celebrated the first victory at the Second Stage. They held off Bosnia and Herzegovina in Group F. Tereza Sedlakova (180-F-97) chipped in 19 points and pulled down 12 rebounds for the winners. Slovak Republic claimed a 35:26 halftime lead and cruised to the victory after the big break. Miroslava Mistinova (182-F-97) accounted for 14 points for Slovak Republic. Melisa Brcaninovic (185-PF-99) answered with 25 points for Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Group G
Switzerland - Greece 49-38 Switzerland held off Greece to take 1-1 record in Group G. Nadia Constantin (166-G-97) and Bilge Topaloglu (193-C-98) chipped in 14 points each to lead the Swiss team. Switzerland recorded a 24:17 halftime lead. They used a 13:9 run in the fourth quarter to ice the win. Nancy Fora (173-G-97) accounted for 12 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Garyfallia-Paraskevi Ntanou (176-F-97) replied with 15 points for Greece.
Belarus - Luxembourg 82-43 Belarus knocked down Luxembourg for 2-0 record in Group G. Belarus dominated from start to finish. They registered a 39:17 halftime lead. Belarus followed with a 21:7 run in the third term and cleared off for good. Maryia Adashchyk (175-SG-98) contributed 12 points for Belarus. Lisa Jablonowski (186-C-97) responded with 16 points for Luxembourg.
Group H
Ukraine - United Kingdom 45-58 Great Britain victoriously opened classification round campaign. They knocked down Ukraine in Group H action. Savannah Wilkinson (178-F-98) and Eleanor Jones (185-C-97) posted 15 points to lead the winners. Great Britain piled up a 25:15 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 13-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the win. Jessica Davies (187-SF-97) provided 10 points for Great Britain. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) responded with 12 points and 13 rebounds for Ukraine.
Finland - Bulgaria 60-50 Finland opened their Group H campaign with a comfortable victory over Bulgaria. Roosa Lehtoranta (176-G/F-97) accounted for 15 points for the winners. Bulgaria accumulated a 22:12 lead after the first period. But Finland stepped on the gas in the next periods. They spurred ahead for a 33:32 halftime lead. Finland held Bulgaria to just 18 points in the second half and raced to the victory. Helmi Tulonen (189-C-98) connected for 9 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Anna Radenkova (182-SG-98) responded with 13 points for Bulgaria.
Group I
Iceland - Cyprus 64-22 Iceland knocked down Cyprus to open win count in Group I. Thora Jonsdottir (171-PG-97) delivered 13 points to lead the winning side. Iceland dominated throughout the whole game rolling to a well-deserved win. Sylvia Run Halfdanardottir (98) and Irena Sol Jonsdottir accounted for 10 points each in the win. Stefanie Foukaris (185-F-97) responded with 9 points and 11 rebounds for Cyprus.
Albania - Ireland 47-78 Ireland clinched the first victory in Group I. They overcame Albania for 1-0 record in the ladder. Verity O'Connor (176-SF-98) had 16 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Ireland went on a strong 47:20 first half run and never looked back en route to the win. Sarah Kenny (180-F/C-97) accounted for 15 points and 8 rebounds in the victory. Tea Jace (170-PG-97) responded with 16 points for Albania.
Division B. Results and Stats from Day 5 in Bucharest - Aug 4, 2015
Group A
Switzerland - Albania 95-22 Switzerland beat Albania for the initial win in Bucharest. Five players scored in double digits for the Swiss team. Nadia Constantin (166-G-97) recorded 15 points for the winners. Switzerland recorded a 55:15 halftime advantage and cruised to the victory at the end. Safie Tolusso (178-SG-97) had 13 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists and 7 steals in the victory. Ebi Dishnica (182-F/C-97) responded with 12 points for Albania.
Sweden - Belarus 58-57 OT Sweden registered the fourth straight win in Group A. They nipped Belarus in overtime. Astrid Nilsson (171-PG-98) posted 14 points to lead the winners. Sweden accounted for a 35:21 halftime lead. Belarus denied the deficit in the second half. They leveled things up at 52 at the end of regulation. Sweden sank 6 points in the extra period and clinched the victory. Emilia Stocklassa (190-C-98) had 10 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Hanna Lapo (188-F/C-97) responded with 16 points and 11 rebounds for Belarus.
Group B
Greece - Luxembourg 72-64 OT Greece needed overtime to record their second victory in Bucharest. They outlasted Luxembourg in the extra period. Maria Dandoulaki (181-PF-98) recorded 18 points and 6 rebounds for the Hellenes. Luxembourg and Greece were tied at 28 at the interval. Luxembourg jumped to a 5-point lead at the third break. But Greece used a 16:11 run in the fourth quarter to force overtime. Greece nailed 13 points in the extra stanza to claim the win. Garyfallia-Paraskevi Ntanou (176-F-97) finished with 17 points in the victory. Jessy Goergen (173-PG-97) responded with 24 points for Luxembourg.
Romania - Iceland 63-56 Romania gained the third victory in Group B. They edged Iceland for 3-0 record. Ana Ferariu (174-G-97) and Ioana Ghizila (173-G-97) chipped in 14 points each for the winners. Iceland eked out a 17:15 lead after ten minutes. Romania spurred ahead for a narrow 37:28 halftime lead. Iceland erased the deficit and tied thngs up at 42 heading into the fourth quarter. Romania sank 19 points in the final period and sealed the win. Dagny Lisa Davidsdottir (182-F-97) produced 11 points and 17 rebounds for Iceland.
Group C
Germany - Cyprus 69-36 Germany rallied past Cyprus to improve at 3-1 record in Group C. Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) stepped up with 16 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Germany grabbed a 24:15 halftime advantage. They followed with a 30:13 run in the third term and coasted to the victory. Lucile Peroche (175-SG-98) netted 12 points and 8 boards in the win. Stefanie Foukaris (185-F-97) answered with 23 points and 10 boards for Cyprus.
Slovakia - Ukraine 71-56 Slovak Republic outgunned Ukraine for the fourth consecutive victory in Group C. Radka Stasova netted 13 points to lead the winners. Slovak Republic built a 33:21 halftime lead. Slovak Republic boosted the gap at 16-point mark at the final intermission and rallied to the victory. Tereza Sedlakova (180-F-97) provided 12 points in the win. Viktoriya Kondus (170-SF-97) answered with 14 points for Ukraine.
Group D
Ireland - Bosnia 42-66 Bosnia and Herzegovina overcame Ireland for the second victory in Group D. Melisa Brcaninovic (185-PF-99) finished with 17 points and 7 assists in the win. Bosnia and Herzegovina registered a 35:26 halftime advantage. They held Ireland to just 16 points in the second half and coasted to the victory. Lejla Omerbasic (182-F/C-97) had 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists in the win. Kelly Diggins answered with 12 points and 10 rebounds for Ireland.
Latvia - United Kingdom 58-33 Latvia accounted for the third consecutive win in Group D. They rolled past Great Britain to stay undefeated. Anna Rezija Dreimane (192-C-97) chipped in 20 points for the winners. Latvia accumulated a 27:15 halftime lead. The Baltic side boosted the gap at 22-point mark at the final intermission and coasted to the win. Digna Strautmane (189-F-98) provided 18 points and 14 boards in the victory. Gabriele Nikitinaite (178-SG-98) answered with 11 points for Great Britain.
Division B. Results and Stats from Day 4 in Bucharest - Aug 3, 2015
Group A
Albania - Sweden 21-106 Sweden posted the fourth consecutive victory in Group A. Seven players scored in double digits for the Scandinavian team. Emilia Stocklassa (190-C-98) provided 17 points to lead the winners. Sweden piled up a comfortable 59:11 halftime advantage and cruised to the victory afterwards. Fanny Hakanson (172-SG-97) provided 15 points in the win. Tea Jace (170-PG-97) netted 8 points for Albania.
Belarus - Turkey 50-73 Turkey registered the third victory in Group A. They toppled Belarus to gain 3-1 record. Meltem Avci (185-F-97) provided 19 points and 15 rebounds in the win. Turkey accumulated a 33:19 halftime lead. They never looked back afterwards marching to the victory. Sevgi Uzun (170-PG-97, agency: GoaBasket) had 14 points for the winners. Katsiaryna Rybalka (178-F-98) responded with 11 points for Belarus.
Group B
Iceland - Greece 43-63 Greece rallied past Iceland to earn the first victory in Group B. Maria Dandoulaki (181-PF-98) posted 15 points to lead the Hellenes. Greece accumulated a 31:22 halftime lead. They followed with a 17:5 rally in the third term to clear off for good. Evgenia Kollatou (172-PG-98) accounted for 14 points for the winners. Sylvia Run Halfdanardottir (98) responded with 12 points and 11 rebounds for Iceland as they slipped at 0-3 record.
Luxembourg - Denmark 69-82 Lena Svanholm posted 26 points and grabbed 8 rebounds for Denmark as they topped Luxembourg. Denmark trailed by five points at the interval 39:34. But the Scandinavian team went on a 48:30 second half run to seal the victory. Sarah Mortensen (183-G-97) had 20 points and 10 rebounds in the win. Lisa Jablonowski (186-C-97) responded with 17 points for Luxembourg.
Group C
Cyprus - Slovakia 30-90 Slovak Republic stormed past Cyprus for 3-0 record in Group C. Jana Matejcikova (164-PG-97) tossed in 19 points for the winners. Slovak Republic accumulated a 44:10 halftime lead. They cruised to the victory in the second half. Lucia Striesova (180-G-97) had 13 points for Slovak Republic. Stefanie Foukaris (185-F-97) responded with 14 points for Cyprus.
Ukraine - Finland 50-56 Finland improved at 2-2 record in Group C. They edged Ukraine behind 13 points from Sandra Karsten. Finland went on a 24:16 run in the second period to take a 35:29 halftime lead. The teams traded baskets throughout the second half as Finland coasted to the win. Helmi Tulonen (189-C-98) and Heta Aijanen (186-C-97) had 10 points each for the winners. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) responded with 13 points and 9 boards in the loss.
Group D
Bosnia - Latvia 48-71 Latvia recorded the third straight victory in Group D. They outscored Bosnia and Herzegovina to stay undefeated. Dinija Pavelsone (168-G/F-98) provided 23 points to lead the winners. Latvia secured a 36:23 halftime advantage. They kept Bosnia and Herzegovina at distance throoughout the second half and coasted to the win. Paula Strautmane (184-F-97) had 11 points in the victory. Melisa Brcaninovic answered with 14 points for Bosnia and Herzegovina.
United Kingdom - Bulgaria 56-38 Great Britain fired past Bulgaria to secure 2-1 record in Group D. Savannah Wilkinson (178-F-98) chipped in 13 points to pace the winners. Great Britain recorded a 40:15 halftime lead. They controlled the tempo in the second half and cruised to the victory. Georgia Gayle (170-PG-97) had 12 points for the winners. Gabriela Nikolova (180-F-97) answered with 12 points for Bulgaria.
Division B. Results and Stats from Day 3 in Bucharest - Aug 2, 2015
Group A
Turkey - Albania 102-31 Turkey demolished Albania 102:31 for 2-1 record in Group A at the Division B of the U18 European Championship. Turkey looked better in all the aspects of the game and dominated all four quarters. Ilayda Guner (186-C-99) top-scored for the winners with 18 points and 11 rebounds, while Irem Naz Topuz (176-F-97, agency: Ates Ceren) netted 13. Ebi Dishnica (97) replied with 13 points in the losing effort and Xhori brought 11. Albania meanwhile fell at 0-2 record in Group A.
Sweden - Switzerland 62-37 Sweden fired past Switzerland to gain 2-0 record in Group A. Elin Sjoberg (175-SF-97) posted 12 points to lead the Scandinavian team to the victory. Sweden accounted for a 31:16 halftime lead. They dominated in the second half cruising to the victory. Emilia Stocklassa (190-C-98) finished with 11 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Nancy Fora (173-G-97) responded with 13 points for Switzerland.
Group B
Denmark - Iceland 55-47 Denmark edged Iceland 55:47 in Group B of the U18 European Championship in Division B. Denmark improved to a 2-1 record, while Iceland dropped at 0-2 record. Denmark took an early 15-4 lead and added a 13-11 rally in the third period. Both sides exchanged 15 points in the last stanza for the final result. Sarah Mortensen (183-G-97) top-scored for the winners with 15 points and Enna Pehadzic (178-G/F-97) followed her with 14. Sylvia run Halfdanardottir ended up with 12 points in the losing effort.
Group C
Finland - Cyprus 88-39 Finland smashed Cyprus 88:39 in Group C of the U18 European Championship in Division B. The Finnish team posted their initial victory at the tournament and improved to 1-2 record while Cyprus remained winless at 0-2 record. Finland started the game with a massive 23-11 surge and never looked behind after. Roosa Lehtoranta (176-G/F-97) top-scored for the winners with 20 points and Pirttinen brought 14. Eleni Oikonomidou (180-C-97) ended up with 22 points in the losing effort.
Slovakia - Germany 59-45 Slovak Republic outscored Germany to secure 2-0 record in Group C. Alexandra Haskova (180-F/C-97) delivered 12 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Slovak Republic accumulated a 28:13 halftime lead. They stretched the margin at 19-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the win. Radka Stasova (168-G-97) and Miroslava Mistinova (182-F-97) had 9 points each for Slovak Republic. Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) responded with 17 points and 13 rebounds for Germany.
Group D
Bulgaria - Bosnia 61-68 Bosnia posted a 68:61 win over Bulgaria at the U18 European Championship in Division B. Bosnia improved to a 2-0 record to share the top with Latvia, while Bulgaria fell at 1-2 record. Bosnia took the lead early in the game and reached a 22-12 advantage at the end of the first period. Moreover they won the second frame 20-17 and closed the game with a comfortable 13-9 rally. Melisa Brcaninovic (185-PF-99) top-scored for the winners with 21 points and Nedzia Kovacevic brought 16. Markovic collected 14 points and 12 boards, whilst Lejla Omerbasic (182-F/C-97) had 7. Radenkova posted 16 points in a loss, whilst Filipova and Ilieva had 11 each in a loss.
Latvia - Ireland 72-30 Latvia did not leave any chances for Ireland at the U18 European Championship in Division B. The Baltic side won all the quarters of the game for the final 72:30 success. Strautmane notched 15 points to pace all the winners, while Pavelsone added 10. Sarah Kenny (180-F/C-97) delivered 9 points in a loss and Aine McDonagh posted 6. Latvia improved to 2-0 record, while Ireland fell at 0-3 record. Tomorrow Latvian will take on Bosnia and Herzegovina, while Ireland will have a break.
Division B. Results and Stats from Day 2 in Bucharest - Jul 31, 2015
Group A
Switzerland - Turkey 33-53 Inci Guclu (200-C-99, agency: Ates Ceren) posted 16 points and 6 rebounds for Turkey as they rolled over Switzerland. Turkey registered a 28:15 halftime lead. They followed with a 15:7 run in the fourth frame and sealed the victory. Sevgi Uzun (170-PG-97, agency: GoaBasket) had 8 points for the winners. Safie Tolusso (178-SG-97) responded with 8 points for Switzerland.
Albania - Belarus 21-100 Belarus recorded the second straight victory in Group A. They thumped Albania to stay perfect. Belarus went on a strong 55:1 run in the second half to ice the victory. Maryia Miasnikova (174-SF-97) stepped up with 16 points for the winners. Anastasiya Sushchyk (160-PG-97) had 14 points, 6 assists and 5 rebounds for Belarus. Ebi Dishnica (97) responded with 10 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists for Albania.
Group B
Iceland - Luxembourg 41-52 Luxembourg posted the first victory in Group B. They knocked down Iceland for 1-1 record. Julie Mangen (163-SG-98) scored 17 points and made 6 steals to lead the winners. Iceland eked out a 23:22 halftime lead. But Luxembourg responded with a 30:18 second half rally and iced the win. Jessy Goergen (173-PG-97) provided 14 points for the winners. Dagny Lisa Davidsdottir (182-F-97) responded with 12 points and 12 rebounds for Iceland.
Romania - Denmark 70-61 Romania bagged the second consecutive victory in Group B. They knocked down Denmark for 2-0 record on top of the ladder. Ana Ferariu (174-G-97) scored 17 points, 7 rebounds, 7 steals and 6 assists for the winners. Romania built a 41:39 halftime lead. Denmark erased the deficit and leveled things up at 48 at the end of the third term. However Romania responded with a 22:13 rally in the fourth quarter and sealed the victory. Alina Podar (169-G-97) had 13 points for the winners. Sarah Mortensen (183-G-97) responded with 26 points and 13 rebounds for Denmark.
Group C
Germany - Finland 67-61 2OT Germany overcame double-overtime thriller to tame Finland for the second win in Group C. Leonie Schuetter (177-F-98) stepped up with 17 points and 8 caroms for the winners. Finland enjoyed a 6-point lead heading into the fourth quarter. But Germany went on a 16:10 run in the fourth period to force overtime. The teams were tied at 54 after the first extra period. Germany knocked down 13 points in the second overtime to seal the win. Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) provided 16 points and 14 rebounds in the victory. Marianne Kalin (186-PF-97) responded with 16 points and 8 rebounds for Finland.
Cyprus - Ukraine 35-75 Ukraine opened win count in Group C. They edged Cyprus for 1-1 record. Kateryna Skakalina (185-C-97) tossed in 16 points, collected 10 rebounds and issued 5 assists for the winners. Ukraine piled up a 48:16 halftime lead. They maintained the advantage throughout the second half and coasted to the win. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) had 13 points in the victory. Eleni Oikonomidou (180-C-97) responded with 14 points and 7 rebounds for Cyprus.
Group D
Ireland - Bulgaria 45-64 Bulgaria registered the first victory in Group D. They stormed past Ireland for 1-1 record. Gabriela Nikolova (180-F-97) recorded 13 points and 7 rebounds to lead the winners. Bulgaria accounted for a 32:25 halftime lead. They stretched the gap at 17-point mark at the final break and never looked back en route to the victory. Alexandra Petrova (185-C-98) provided 11 points and 9 rebounds in the win. Aine McDonagh (181-PG-98) responded with 8 points for Ireland.
Bosnia - United Kingdom 55-47 Bosnia and Herzegovina posted the initial win in Group D. They held off Great Britain for 1-0 record. Nedzla Kovacevic (185-F-97) had 16 points for the winners. Great Britain accumulated a 29:17 halftime lead. Bosnia and Herzegovina narrowed the deficit at a single point at the final break. They followed with a 22:13 run in the fourth frame and iced the victory. Jovana Markovic (186-PF-97) had 15 points and 8 rebounds in the win. Kyla Nelson (177-G-97) responded with 9 points for Great Britain.
Division B. Results and Stats from Day 1 in Bucharest - Jul 30, 2015
Group A
Turkey - Sweden 51-61 Sweden fired past Turkey for the first victory in Bucharest. Kristin Seman (171-SF-97) accounted for 18 points and 9 steals to pace the Scandinavian team. Sweden led by just two points at halftime 31:29. However they used a 23:13 run in the third term to clear off for good. Fanny Wadling (186-F-97) provided 11 points in the win. Meltem Yildizhan (186-PF-99) responded with 9 points for Turkey.
Belarus - Switzerland 67-51 Belarus recorded the first victory at the championship. They outgunned Switzerland in Group A opener. Yanina Inkina (183-PF-97) and Hanna Brych (183-C-97) stepped up with 13 points apiece for Belarus. They recorded a 42:24 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Nadia Constantin (166-G-97) and Safie Tolusso (178-SG-97) responded with 10 points each for Switzerland.
Group B
Denmark - Greece 72-62 Enna Pehadzic (178-G/F-97) stepped up with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists to lead Denmark past Greece in Group B. Denmark accumulated a 31:29 halftime lead. The Scandinavian team unloaded 41 points in the second half and raced to the win. Trine Drejer, Lena Svanholm (98) and Victoria Mikkelsen (180-F-97) had 11 points each for the winners. Evgenia Kollatou (172-PG-98) responded with 26 points and 8 rebounds for Greece.
Luxembourg - Romania 53-62 Romania outgunned Luxembourg for the first win in Group B. Ioana Ghizila (173-G-97) and Andreea Cretu (178-SG-98) had 14 points each for the winners. Romania piled up a 32:27 halftime lead. They went on a 14:10 run in the fourth frame to seal the win. Jessy Goergen (173-PG-97) responded with 18 points for Luxembourg.
Group C
Ukraine - Germany 42-70 Germany got to a flying start of their Division B campaign. They stormed past Ukraine for the opening victory. Leonie Schuetter (177-F-98) and Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) had 12 points each for the winners. Germany used a 23:6 run in the first period to clear off. They never looked back afterwards marching to the victory. Luana Rodefeld (172-SG-97) had 10 points for the winners. Kristina Karp (193-C-98) and Kateryna Skakalina (185-C-97) answered with 9 points each for the losing side.
Finland - Slovakia 40-53 Slovak Republic captured the first victory in Group C. They beat Finland in the opener. Miroslava Mistinova (182-F-97) came up with 15 points in 11 minutes to lead the winners. Slovak Republic recorded a 26:10 halftime lead. Finland narrowed the gap in the second half but could not avoid the defeat. Julia Lelkes (170-PG-98) chipped in 8 points for the winners. Helmi Tulonen (189-C-98) responded with 13 points for Finland.
Group D
United Kingdom - Ireland 71-54 Savannah Wilkinson (178-F-98) had 10 points and 13 rebounds to lead Great Britain past Ireland. Great Britain trailed by 9 points at the first break. But they used a 27:7 rally in the second term to take a 39:28 halftime lead. Great Britain unloaded 32 points in the second half to ice the victory. Gina Brierley (170-G-97) tossed in 9 points for the winners. Verity O'Connor (176-SF-98) responded with 18 points for Ireland.
Bulgaria - Latvia 39-74 Latvia thumped Bulgaria for 1-0 record in Group D. Digna Strautmane (189-F-98) tallied 16 points and 13 rebounds for Latvia. The Baltic team accumulated a 30:16 halftime lead. Latvia boosted the gap in the third term and raced to the win. Dinija Pavelsone (168-G/F-98) and Hudjakova provided 11 points each in the victory. Klaudia Penkova (160-PG-98) replied with 12 points for Bulgaria.
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