Germany clinch historic title in Udine - Aug 12, 2018
FINAL
Spain - Germany 54-67 Germany clinched the historic first ever U18 European title. They defeated Spain in the championship game in Udine tonight. Leonie Fiebich (192-SF-00) scored 22 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to pace the champions. Germany went on a 24:11 run in the second term to open a 43:24 halftime lead. Spain managed to slow their opponents down in the second half but came up short of win at the end. Luisa Geiselsoeder (189-F-00) provided 11 points for Germany. Spain responded with 10 points from Raquel Carrera (188-C-01).
3-4 Place
Hungary - Latvia 58-56 Hungary stepped onto the pedestal in Udine. They nipped Latvia to claim Bronze medals. Orsolya Toth (180-SF-00) came up with 10 points for the winners. Hungary accounted for a 34:23 halftime lead. Latvia pulled within a single point at the final break. But Hungary held Latvia to only 9 points in the fourth frame to snatch a tough win. Reka Manyoky (183-SG-01) had 8 points for the winners. Nikola Ozola (172-G-00) replied with 20 points for Latvia.
5-6 Place
Belgium - Czech Republic 68-27 Belgium thumped Czech Republic to occupy the fifth place in Udine. Billie Massey (184-PF-00) produced 18 points and 16 rebounds in the win. Belgium held their opponents to only 9 points in the first half to take a 21-point halftime lead and never looked back. Emmeline Leblon (165-PG-00) had 11 points for Belgium. Natalie Miklikova (178-SF-00) tossed in 8 points for Czech Republic.
7-8 Place
France - Russia 65-60 France topped Russia to earn the 7th position in the championship. Yohana Ewodo (183-F/C-01) had 15 points for the winning side. Russia snatched a 34:32 halftime lead. But les Bleues limited their opponents to just 26 points in the second half and raced to the victory. Janelie Salaun had 11 points for the winners. Ekaterina Evdokimova (177-SG-00) banked in 14 points for Russia.
9-10 Place
Croatia - Italy 69-54 Nika Muhl (177-PG-01) scored 20 points, issued 9 assists and grabbed 8 rebounds to lead Croatia past Italy in the clash for the 9th place. Croatia piled up a 24:10 lead after ten minutes. They kept Italy at bay throughout the reminder of the game and raced to the win. Lucija Kostic (187-F-00) had 13 points and 10 rebounds for Croatia. Silvia Pastrllo answered with 15 points for Italy.
13-14 Place
Bosnia - Ireland 71-63 Bosnia remained in Division A after they nipped Ireland on the final day of the championship. Ksenija Mitric (162-PG-01) and Andjela Gligic (165-PG-00) posted 14 points each for the winners. Bosnia grabbed a 43:35 halftime lead. They went on a 17:4 run in the third term to clear off for good. Enya Maguire (170-PG-00) scored 14 points for Ireland.
15-16 Place
Slovenia - Sweden 57-64 OT Sweden outscored Slovenia in a dramatic overtime clash in Udine tonight. Felicia Dourva (170-PG-00) provided 14 points to lead the charge. Slovenia were up by six points at halftime. But Sweden went on a strong fourth-quarter run to force overtime. They sank 13 points in the final period to ensure the winning outcome. Rebecka Ekstrom (173-G-01) had 13 points for the Scandinavians. Lea Debeljak (176-SG-01) topscored with 17 points for Slovenia.
Germany and Spain to fight for title in Udine - Aug 11, 2018
SEMIS
Germany - Latvia 66-37 Germany thumped Latvia to reach the title game in Udine. Germany led from start to finish in this one. They recorded a 31:15 halftime lead. Germany used an 18:10 run in the third quarter to take a 24-point lead at the final break and never looked back en route to the win. Luisa Geiselsoeder (189-F-00) had 15 points, while Elea Gaba (187-PF-01) added 10 points for Germany. Laura Meldere (188-F/C-01) replied with 9 points and 12 rebounds for Latvia.
Spain - Hungary 57-54 Spain topped Hungary to enter the championship game in Udine. Raquel Carrera (188-C-01) and Helena Pueyo (182-F-01) posted 10 points each for the winners. Hungary led by as many as 9 points at the first intermission. However Spain used a 20:8 run in the third term to take a 5-point lead. Hungary held Spain to 10 points in the fourth quarter but failed to avoid the defeat. Angelika Kiss (185-C-01) replied with 11 points for Hungary.
Spain, Latvia, Germany and Hungary advance into semis - Aug 9, 2018
Quarterfinals
Belgium - Spain 72-73 Spain eked out a tough win over Belgium to seal their semifinal berth. Raquel Carrera (188-C-01) scored 18 points to lead the charge. Spain and Belgium were tied at 33 at the interval. The teams went neck and neck throughout the second half. But Spain managed to secure a narrow win at the end. Ainhoa Lacorzana (179-G/F-00) had 14 points in the victory. Emmeline Leblon (165-PG-00) and Eva Hambursin (170-PG-00) tossed in 15 points each for Belgium.
Germany - Czech Republic 72-44 Germany met little resistance from Czech Republic en route to the semifinal stage. Nyara Sabally (F/C-00) tallied 16 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Germany led by 8 points after ten minutes. They used a 38:16 second half run to ice the win. Luisa Geiselsoeder (189-F-00) had 12 points for the winners. Barbora Jindrova (176-SG-00) replied with 13 points for Czech Republic.
Latvia - Russia 69-62 Latvia edged Russia to reach semifinals in Udine. Aleksa Gulbe (186-F-00) tallied 22 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Russia led by five points at the first break. But Latvia went on a 21:11 run in the second term to take a 5-point halftime lead. They extended the margin at 9-point mark heading into the fourth period and hung on to claim victory. Laura Meldere (188-F/C-01) and Paula Klescova (179-G-01) had 14 points each for the winners. Daria Ignatova (180-SG-00) replied with 20 points for Russia.
Hungary - France 69-61 Hungary rallied past France to advance into the semifinal stage in Udine. Barbara Angyal (173-PG-01) scored 17 points to pace the winners. Hungary established a 33:20 halftime lead. France unloaded 28 points in the fourth period but could not avoid the defeat. Nora Wentzel (178-F-01) had 14 points in the win. Kenza Salgues (174-G-00) responded with 13 points for France.
Recap of Round of 16 in Udine - Aug 8, 2018
France - Bosnia 91-47 France cruised past Bosnia in the Round of 16 clash. Nabala Fofana (186-C-00) had 14 points in the victory. France accumulated a 43:25 halftime lead. les Bleues went on a 22:9 rally in the third term to clear off for good. Paloma Wouts (176-G/F-00) had 12 points in the victory. Gorana Marjanovic (188-F-00) tossed in 12 points for Bosnia.
Spain - Poland 61-40 Maria Pendande (188-C-00) notched 17 points and 16 rebounds to lead Spain past Poland. Spain grabbed a 35:20 halftime advantage. They held Poland to just 20 points in the second half and cruised to the victory. Esther Castedo (170-PG-00) provided 11 points for Spain. Weronika Hipp (166-PG-01) replied with 15 points for Poland.
Russia - Serbia 63-54 Russia outscored Serbia to remain in the title chase in Udine. Elena Mikhailova, Veronika Pavliuchenko (184-F/C-01) and Daria Repnikova (180-SG-00) provided 11 points each for the winners. Russia posted a 31:28 halftime lead. Serbia denied the deficit in the third term and eked out a 45:40 lead. But Russia silenced their opponents with a 23:9 rally in the fourth period. Nadezda Nedeljkov (171-SG-01, agency: BeoBasket) replied with 16 points for Serbia.
Belgium - Slovenia 59-35 Belgium thumped Slovenia to stay in the title race in Udine. Billie Massey (184-PF-00) provided 15 points and 10 rebounds in the victory. Belgium accumulated a 36:17 halftime lead. Belgium held Slovenia to just 18 points in the second half and raced to the win. Maxuella Lisowa-Mbaka (178-PF-01) and Marie Vervaet (186-C-00) had 10 points apiece in the victory. Elma Dautovic recorded 15 points for Slovenia.
Latvia - Sweden 59-47 Latvia overcame Sweden in Round of 16 in Udine tonight. Nikola Ozola (172-G-00) came up with 15 points for the winners. Latvia registered a 27:24 halftime lead. Latvia sank 20 points in the third period to open a 9-point advantage. They held Sweden to just 9 points in the fourth period to rally to the win. Laura Meldere (188-F/C-01) had 14 points and 15 rebounds for Latvia. Tova Sabel (176-F/G-01) replied with 12 points for Sweden.
Czech Republic - Ireland 71-37 Czech Republic drubbed Ireland to enter the quarterfinal stage. Anezka Kopecka (181-PF-00) posted 19 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort. Czech Republic recorded a 24:6 lead ten minutes into the game. They ignited a 36:15 second half run to secure the winning outcome. Katerina Frgalova (168-PG-00) had 14 points for the winners. Dayna Finn (177-F/G-00) replied with 7 points for Ireland.
Italy - Germany 46-67 Germany advanced into the quarterfinal stage as they shocked hosting Italy tonight. Nyara Sabally (F/C-00) tallied 12 points and 15 rebounds for the winners. Germany built a 33:21 halftime lead. They went on a 21:12 run in the third term to clear off for good. Luisa Geiselsoeder (189-F-00) and Jenny Strozyk (165-G-00) had 11 points apiece for the winners. Alice Gregori (178-SF-00) tossed in 7 points for Italy.
Hungary - Croatia 63-58 Hungary outscored Croatia to advance into the quarterfinal stage. Barbara Angyal (173-PG-01) steppe dup with 12 points for the winners. Hungary accumulated a 41:24 halftime lead. Croatia narrowed the gap in the second half but could not avoid the loss. Aliz Varga (183-SF-01) had 11 points in the victory. Mihaela Lazic (168-G-00) answered with 18 points for Croatia.
Results and Stats from Day 3 in Udine - Aug 7, 2018
Group A
Belgium - Italy 53-55 Italy nipped Belgium to finish second in Group A. Alessandra Orsili (167-PG-01) and Alice Gregori (178-SF-00) scored 12 points each to pace the Azzurri. Belgium posted an 18:5 lead after ten minutes. But Italy went on a strong 35:20 second half run to rally to the victory. Billie Massey (184-PF-00) answered with 14 points and 10 rebounds for Belgium.
Croatia - Sweden 61-51 Croatia toppled Sweden to gain 2-1 record in Group A. Croatia accumulated a 36:29 halftime lead. They went on a 22:12 run in the third term to stretch the gap and never looked back en route to the win. Viktorija Curic (185-C-01) had 14 points, while Mihaela Lazic (168-G-00) and Lorena Mihic (182-PF-00) added 10 points each for the winners. Tova Sabel (176-F/G-01) answered with 11 points for Sweden.
Group B
Latvia - Hungary 71-59 Latvia outscored Hungary for the second win in Group B. Aleksa Gulbe (186-F-00) came up with 24 points and 9 caroms for the Baltic team. Latvia piled up a 32:27 halftime lead. They outscored their opponents in the next two periods and raced to the win. Mara Mote (160-F-00) added 11 points for Latvia. Barbara Angyal (173-PG-01) scored 20 points for Hungary.
Slovenia - Germany 50-74 Germany outgunned Slovenia behind 14 points from Jessika Schiffer (175-G-00). Germany posted a 35:26 halftime lead. They ignited a 23:9 run in the third term to clear off for good. Luisa Geiselsoeder chipped in 11 points for Germany. Lea Debeljak (176-SG-01) had 8 points for Slovenia.
Group C
Czech Republic - Serbia 79-44 Czech Republic recorded the second victory in Udine as they topped Serbia. Anezka Kopecka (181-PF-00) posted 20 points and 14 rebounds in the win. Serbia grabbed a comfortable 21:8 lead after ten minutes. But Czech Republic quickly bounced back. They responded with a 45:13 run in the next two periods to surge ahead. The Czech team went on a 26:10 run in the fourth period to ice the win. Simona Sklenarova (177-F/G-00) had 19 points for the winning side. Nadezda Nedeljkov (171-SG-01, agency: BeoBasket) replied with 9 points for Serbia.
Bosnia - Spain 45-82 Spain coasted past Bosnia to secure the second position in Group C. Helena Pueyo (182-F-01) and Maria Pendande (188-C-00) tossed in 12 points each in the victory. Spain accumulated a 39:33 halftime lead. They held Bosnia to only 12 points in the second half and coasted to the victory. Sara Heljic (188-F/C-00) dropped 19 points for Bosnia.
Group D
Ireland - France 39-62 France coasted past Ireland for the third straight win in Udine. Haby Niang (190-C-00) and Nabala Fofana (186-C-00) had 10 points each for the winners. France accumulated a comfortable 40:20 halftime lead. They boosted the margin at 25-point mark heading into the fourth period and never looked back en route to the win. Dayna Finn (177-F/G-00) tossed in 10 points for Ireland.
Russia - Poland 75-67 Russia defeated Poland for the second win in Group D. Daria Ignatova (180-SG-00) and Elena Mikhailova (183-F-00) provided 15 points each for the winners. Russia eked out a narrow 36:32 halftime lead. Poland trailed by just 3 points heading into the fourth term. But Russia used a 21:16 fourth-quarter rally to ensure the victory. Daria Repnikova and Ekaterina Evdokimova (177-SG-00) had 12 points each in the win. Natalia Klimek (177-F/G-00) tossed in 23 points for Poland.
Results and Stats from Day 2 in Udine - Aug 6, 2018
Group A
Sweden - Italy 50-62 Italy outscored Sweden to take the first victory in Group A. Giulia Ianezic (174-PG-00) scored 13 points to lead the charge. Sweden and Italy were tied at 29 at the interval. Italy stepped up defensively in the second half. They held Sweden to just 21 points and rallied to the opening win. Sara Toffolo (184-G-00) had 11 points and 10 rebounds for the Azzurri. Tova Sabel (176-F/G-01) answered with 14 points for Sweden.
Croatia - Belgium 56-67 Belgium registered the second consecutive win in Udine. They toppled Croatia to remain undefeated. Emmeline Leblon (165-PG-00) recorded 15 points to lead the charge. Belgium accumulated a 31:26 halftime lead. Belgium used a 23:11 run in the third quarter to clear off for good. Becky Massey (186-C-00) produced 12 points and 9 rebounds for Belgium. Nika Muhl (177-PG-01) responded with 21 points for Croatia.
Group B
Latvia - Slovenia 74-41 Latvia cruised past Slovenia to improve at 1-1 record in Group B. Alise Markova (180-F-00) came up with 19 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Baltic team. Latvia used a 29:5 run in the second term to pile up a 35-point halftime lead. They never looked back afterwards cruising to the win. Aleksa Gulbe (186-F-00) had 13 points and 12 rebounds in the victory. Mojca Ahac and Lea Debeljak (176-SG-01) chipped in 9 points apiece in the defeat.
Hungary - Germany 64-53 Hungary beat Germany to gain the second straight win in Group B. Barbara Angyal (173-PG-01) stepped up with 13 points to lead the charge. Hungary posted a comfortable 39:24 halftime lead. Germany narrowed the distance in the second half but came up short of victory at the end. Reka Horvath (180-SF-01) netted 11 points for Hungary. Magdalena Landwehr (183-F-01) notched 13 points for Germany.
Group C
Serbia - Spain 58-47 Serbia outgunned Spain to stay perfect in Group C. Nadezda Nedeljkov (171-SG-01, agency: BeoBasket) provided 13 points for Serbia. They trailed by 7 points after the first period. But Serbia went on a 34:17 run in the next two periods to take the lead. Serbia notched 15 points in the fourth quarter to seal the win. Sofija Olic (174-G-00) had 12 points for Serbia. Maria Pendande (188-C-00) delivered 12 points for Spain.
Czech Republic - Bosnia 83-68 Czech Republic outscored Bosnia for the first win in Udine. Barbora Jindrova (176-SG-00) had 13 points in the victory. Czech Republic went on a 24:13 rally in the second frame to take an 11-point lead. They protected the lead throughout the second half to seal the win. Eliska Zilova (166-PG-00) and Simona Sklenarova (177-F/G-00) had 12 points apiece for the winners. Dragana Domuzin (174-SG-00) led Bosnia with 15 points.
Group D
Poland - France 53-60 France rolled past Poland for the second straight win in Group D. Nabala Fofana (186-C-00) led les Bleues with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Poland led by one point at the interval 27:26. However France limited Poland to just 26 points in the second half and raced to the win. Yohana Ewodo (183-F/C-01) delivered 11 points for France. Martyna Leszczynska (188-C-00) notched 16 points for Poland.
Russia - Ireland 77-37 Russia cruised past Ireland to improve at 1-1 record in Group D. Veronika Pavliuchenko (184-F/C-01) notched 14 points for the winning side. Russia posted a 34:16 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Elena Mikhailova (183-F-00) tossed in 12 points for Russia. Bronagh Power (180-PF-00) answered with 7 points for Ireland.
Results and Stats from Day 1 in Udine - Aug 5, 2018
Group A
Belgium - Sweden 67-46 Belgium got to the winning start of their campaign. They knocked down Sweden for the first win. Sam Van Buggenhout (175-F-01) scored 14 points to pace the winners. Belgium accumulated a 36:22 halftime lead. They used a 15:7 run in the third term to clear off for good. Emmeline Leblon (165-PG-00) delivered 9 points for Belgium. Matilda Ahlberg (178-SF-00) replied with 10 points for Sweden.
Italy - Croatia 52-56 Croatia outgunned Italy to secure the first win in Group A. Nika Muhl (177-PG-01) came up with 15 points to lead the winners. Italy posted a 15:10 lead after ten minutes. Croatia however limited their opponents to just 7 points in the second term to eke out a 23:22 halftime lead. Italy surged ahead in the third term. They entered the fourth period up by two points but Croatia responded with a 19:13 run in the final frame to ice the win. Lucija Kostic (187-F-00) tallied 12 points and 11 rebounds for Croatia. Alice Gregori (178-SF-00) answered with 16 points for Italy.
Group B
Germany - Latvia 66-62 Germany prevailed against Latvia in Group B. Nyara Sabally (F/C-00) notched 22 points and 12 rebounds for the winning side. Latvia snatched a 32:31 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 2-point mark at the final intermission. Germany however used a 21:15 run in the fourth term to race to the victory. Leonie Fiebich (192-SF-00) had 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for Germany. Nikola Ozola (172-G-00) answered with 16 points for Latvia.
Slovenia - Hungary 42-67 Hungary cruised past Slovenia in the opener. Hungary dominated from start to finish. They piled up a 33:25 halftime lead. They limited Slovenia to just 17 points in the second half to ease to the win. Barbara Angyal (173-PG-01) had 19 points for Hungary. Nora Wentzel (178-F-01) added 12 points in the victory. Ajda Burgar (176-SG-01) scored 17 points for Slovenia.
Group C
Bosnia - Serbia 53-65 Serbia drubbed Bosnia to take the first win in Udine. Aleksandra Muzevic (179-F-01) and Nadezda Nedeljkov (171-SG-01, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 14 points apiece for the winners. Serbia posted a narrow 34:30 halftime lead. They went on a 31:23 second half run to secure the victory. Tina Selakovic (178-G-00) had 10 points in the win. Ksenija Mitric (162-PG-01) and Dragana Domuzin (174-SG-00) dropped 14 points each for Bosnia.
Spain - Czech Republic 71-67 Spain held off Czech Republic behind 19 points from Laura Piera (173-PG-00). Czech Republic posted a 23:11 lead after the opening frame. Spain however bounced back with an 18:8 run in the second term to secure a 31:29 halftime lead. Czech Republic tied things up 52 heading into the fourth frame. Spain went on a 21:13 run in the final period to ensure the winning outcome. Helena Pueyo provided 15 points for Spain. Katerina Galickova (178-F-00) delivered 15 points for Czech Republic.
Group D
Ireland - Poland 44-64 Poland cruised past Ireland to gain 1-0 record in Group D. Martyna Leszczynska (188-C-00) netted 15 points and grabbed 7 rebounds to lead the effort. Poland posted a 19:6 lead at the first break. Poland followed with a 36:27 second half run to seal the win. Liliana Banaszak (182-PF-00) had 11 points and 9 rebounds for Poland. Bronagh Power (180-PF-00) replied with 11 points for Ireland.
France - Russia 57-50 Nabala Fofana (186-C-00) nailed 12 points to lead France past Russia in the opener. France posted a 17:12 lead after the starting quarter. Russia though narrowed the distance in the next two periods. They trailed by one point at the final intermission. Les Bleues though went on an 18:12 rally in the fourth stanza to secure the winning outcome. Caroline Germond (169-PG-00) had 11 points for France. Daria Repnikova (180-SG-00) banked in 10 points for Russia.
Division B. Lithuania celebrate Gold - Aug 12, 2018
FINAL
Belarus - Lithuania 71-86 Lithuania are Division B winners. They outgunned Belarus in the championship game tonight. Lithuania recorded a 24:12 lead after ten minutes. They arrived at halftime up by 11 points. Lithuania dropped 25 points in the third period to ensure a 13-point lead at the final break. They held Belarus to just 16 points in the fourth quarter and rolled to the triumph. Patricija Sribikyte (180-SG-00) had 23 points for the champions. Gabija Segzdaite (186-F-00) added 15 points and 13 rebounds for Lithuania. Sabira Ahayeva (172-G-00) replied with 19 points for Belarus.
3-4 Place
Israel - Turkey 63-51 Israel clinched Division A berth as they topped Turkey in the consolation final. Israel built a 32:20 halftime lead. They stayed in charge throughout the second half and marched to the win. Lior Garzon (183-F-01) had 18 points and 11 rebounds, while Gaya Sless (174-G/F-01) added 11 points for the winners. Akalan Sevval (182-SG-01) answered with 11 points for Turkey.
5-6 Place
Holland - Portugal 44-71 Portugal claimed the fifth position in Austria as they beat Netherlands in their final game. Sara Guerreiro (170-PG-01) tallied 19 points for the winners. Portugal accumulated a 43:21 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Rita Oliveira (160-PG-00) had 14 points for Portugal. Evelien Lutje (183-PF-00) dropped 16 points and pulled down 9 rebounds for Netherlands.
7-8 Place
Finland - Ukraine 80-56 Finland coasted past Ukraine to earn the 7th position. Lotta Vehka-Aho (165-G-00) and Awak Kuier (194-C-01) scored 16 points each for Finland. They accounted for a comfortable 44:24 halftime lead and controlled the tempo afterwards. Liubov Pyvovarova (194-C-00) notched 15 points and 12 rebounds for Ukraine.
9-10 Place
United Kingdom - Romania 45-56 Romania beat Great Britain behind 18 points and 13 rebounds from Irina Parau (183-F/C-00). Romania led by as many as 10 points at halftime. They extended the gap at 14-point mark at the final break and marched to the victory afterwards. Carla Popescu (168-PG-00) netted 15 points for Romania. Holly Winterburn (180-SG-00) answered with 11 points for Great Britain.
11-12 Place
Luxembourg - Greece 55-62 Greece clinched the 11th place as they beat Luxembourg. Greece posted a 19:14 lead after ten minutes. They limited Luxembourg to just 26 points in the second half and rallied to the victory. Ioanna Krimili (177-PG-01) scored 18 points to lead the effort. Ismini Prapa (176-G-00) had 15 points for the winners. Anne Simon (172-G/F-00) replied with 16 points and 11 rebounds for Luxembourg.
13-14 Place
Denmark - Slovakia 68-55 Denmark cruised past Slovakia in the battle for the 13th place. Frida Formann and Malene Pedersen (178-G-01) scored 13 points each to pace the Scandinavian team. The teams were tied at 29 heading into the second half. But Denmark went on 27:7 run in the third term to clear off for good. Patriia Prazenicova scored 11 points for Slovakia.
15-16 Place
Switzerland - Cyprus 58-37 Switzerland marched past Cyprus to finish 15th. Margaux Gotschmann and Ymke Brouwer (183-F-01) delivered 14 points each for the winners. Switzerland piled up a 26:22 halftime lead. They used an 18:6 run in the final period to seal the win. Andriani Kyprianou and Stefania Georgiou (175-G-00) replied with 11 points each for Cyprus.
17-18 Place
Montenegro - Austria 61-74 Austria wrapped up their campaign on a high note. The hosts dropped Montenegro to occupy the 17th place. Sara Solyom (178-SF-00) had 20 points and 13 rebounds for the winning side. Austria accumulated a 42:36 halftime lead. They followed with a 16:9 run in the fourth term to ice the win. Anja Knoflach (179-SF-00) had 18 points in the victory. Dragana Zivkovic (184-G-01) and Natasa Radovic (174-G/F-00) replied with 12 points each for Montenegro.
19-20 Place
Iceland - Bulgaria 75-71 Iceland clinched the 19th position as they beat Bulgaria tonight. Iceland trailed by a single point at halftime 36:37. But they went on a 19:12 run in the third term to surge ahead. They protected the lead throughout the fourth period. Birna Benonysdottir (189-C-00) came up with 22 points and 13 rebounds for Iceland. Ivana Nikolova replied with 20 points for Bulgaria.
21-22 Place
Albania - Kosovo 63-61 Albania nipped Kosovo to wrap up their campaign in Austria. Albania took a 15:5 lead after ten minutes. Kosovo used a 21:10 rally in the third term to surge ahead. But Albania managed to regain control in the final term and eked out a narrow win. Klea Verri (169-SG-01) tallied 22 points for Albania. Besjana Martinaj (165-PG-00) replied with 19 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists for Kosovo.
23-24 Place
Norway - Georgia 57-52 Norway outscored Georgia behind 13 points and 12 rebounds from Sofia Burkow (172-G-00). Georgia enjoyed a 25:24 halftime lead. However Norway ignited a 16:9 run in the third term to pull ahead. They maintained the lead throughout the final frame and raced to the victory. Tuva Andersen (174-G-00) had 13 points for Norway. Nino Gadelia (176-PG-02) led Georgia with 16 points.
Division B. Belarus and Lithuania enter Final - Aug 11, 2018
SEMIS
Israel - Belarus 73-83 Belarus reached the Final in Oberwart. They defeated Israel in the semifinal clash tonight. Belarus piled up a 45:33 halftime advantage. Belarus maintained the lead throughout the third term. They entered the fourth quarter up by 12 points and rallied to the triumph at the end. Kseniya Malashka (183-F-00) provided 19 points, 21 rebounds and 6 assists for Belarus. Nastassia Siarchenia (180-F-00) had 17 points and 10 rebounds in the victory. Danielle Karsh (175-G-01) answered with 18 points for Israel.
Lithuania - Turkey 69-49 Lithuania rallied past Turkey to advance into the title game in Austria. Turkey enjoyed a 30:26 halftime advantage. But Lithuania turned things around in the second half. They used a 23:12 run in the third term to spur ahead. They wrapped up the game with a 20:7 run to celebrate a crucial win. Kristina Masionyte (173-SG-00) had 16 points and 8 rebounds, while Gabija Segzdaite (186-F-00) added 12 points, 15 rebounds and 8 assists for the winning side. Goksen Fitik (175-SG-01) replied with 15 points for Turkey.
Division B. Semifinals are set in Austria - Aug 10, 2018
Quarterfinals
Lithuania - Portugal 77-66 Lithuania outscored Portugal to reach the semifinal stage. Five players scored in double digits for the Baltic team. Kristina Masionyte (173-SG-00) had 14 points in the victory. Portugal accumulated a 38:35 halftime lead. But Lithuania turned things around in the second half. They used a 42:28 run to snatch the win. Enrika Matiukaite (191-C-00) and Brigita Sinickaite (175-SG-01) had 12 points each in the victory. Mariana Carvalho (175-G-01) topscored with 18 points for Portugal.
Turkey - Ukraine 57-45 Turkey overcame Ukraine to ensure the semifinal berth. Sevval Gul (193-F/C-01) came up with 18 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort. Turkey and Ukraine were tied at 22 after the first half. But Turkey triggered a 19:8 run in the third term to clear off for good. Goksen Fitik had 9 points and 10 rebounds in the victory. Yana Rabchuk (186-SG-00) replied with 13 points and 10 rebounds for Ukraine.
Belarus - Holland 77-64 Kseniya Malashka (183-F-00) scored 34 points and grabbed 14 rebounds to pace Belarus past Netherlands in the quarterfinal clash. Belarus used a 25:10 run in the second term to take a 14-point halftime lead. Belarus extended the margin at 17-point mark heading into the fourth term and raced to the victory. Nastassia Siarchenia (180-F-00) had 10 points for the winners. Evelien Lutje (183-PF-00) replied with 16 points and 17 rebounds for Netherlands.
Finland - Israel 73-79 Israel beat Finland to secure the semifinal berth in Austria. Lior Garzon (183-F-01) was unstoppable with 29 points for the winners. Israel accumulated a 42:31 halftime lead. Finland unloaded 42 points after the big break but came up short of win at the end. Gaya Sless (174-G/F-01) had 17 points in the win. Lotta Vehka-Aho (165-G-00) replied with 17 points for Finland.
Division B. Day 5 in Austria - Aug 9, 2018
Group A
Georgia - Cyprus 61-68 Cyprus claimed the second victory at the tournament as they edged Georgia. Eleni Pilakouta (192-C-00) scored 34 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to lead the effort. Georgia accumulated a 39:34 halftime lead. But Cyprus answered with a 34:22 second half run to snatch the victory. Stefania Georgiou (175-G-00) had 15 points for the winners. Natalia Otkhmezuri (175-G/F-00) replied with 24 points for Georgia.
Portugal - Romania 57-54 Portugal eked out a narrow win over Romania to gain 4-1 record. Sara Guerreiro (170-PG-01) scored 19 points to lead the charge. Romania grabbed a 33:26 halftime lead. But Portugal turned things around in the second half. They held Romania to just 21 points and rallied to the victory. Ana Jesus (189-C-00) had 13 points and 13 rebounds in the win. Carla Popescu (168-PG-00) delivered 22 points for Romania.
Finland - Iceland 109-50 Finland finished the preliminary round undefeated. They stormed past Iceland for the fifth straight win. Sara Bejedi (166-G-00) scored 22 points to lead the charge. Finland posted a 50:36 halftime lead. They added 59 points in the second half to ease to the win. Awak Kuier (194-C-01) had 16 points and 13 caroms in the victory. Hrund Skuladottir (175-PG-00) replied with 13 points for Iceland.
Group B
Switzerland - Albania 70-56 Switzerland beat Albania for 2-3 record in Group B. Yelena Luap notched 17 points to pace the Swiss side. Albania posted a 23:19 advantage after ten minutes. But Switzerland reacted with a 36:18 run in the next two periods to gain a 14-point lead. They protected it well throughout the fourth period. Camila Martinez had 13 points for Switzerland. Bernada Rreshpja (176-SF-01) replied with 34 points and 15 rebounds for Albania.
Greece - Bulgaria 80-68 Greece edged Bulgaria for 4-1 record in Group B. Ioanna Krimili (177-PG-01) tallied 24 points to lead the Hellenes. Greece unleashed 52 points in the first half to take an 11-point lead. Greece limited Bulgaria to 27 points in the second half to march to the win. Eirini Kouki (182-F-00) tossed in 23 points in the victory. Viktoria Ivanova (178-SF-00) had 19 points for Bulgaria.
Lithuania - Israel 66-76 Israel upset Lithuania to finish at 4-1 record in Group B. Lior Garzon (183-F-01) notched 18 points and 8 rebounds to pace the winners. Israel piled up a 46:26 halftime lead. Lithuania came back to life in the second half but could not erase the deficit. Danielle Karsh (175-G-01) scored 15 points, grabbed 8 rebounds and issued 7 assists for the winning side. Kristina Masionyte (173-SG-00) had 16 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists for Lithuania.
Group C
United Kingdom - Denmark 83-62 Great Britain knocked down Denmark for the third victory in Group C. They used a 23:9 run in the second term to open a 15-point lead. Great Britain poured in 40 points in the second half to march to the win. Holly Winterburn (180-SG-00) provided 17 points, while Shawnisay Millar (180-F-00) had 16 points for the winners. Malene Pedersen (178-G-01) and Julianna Okosun (193-C-01) banked in 11 points each for Denmark.
Montenegro - Austria 69-51 Montenegro edged hosting Austria for the second victory in Group C. They posted a 32:23 halftime lead. Montenegro used a 22:11 run in the third term to take a 20-point lead at the final break. Marija Bakic (176-F-00) had 20 points and 10 rebounds, while Natasa Radovic (174-G/F-00) added 11 points in the victory. Nina Krisper (178-F-01) replied with 10 points for Austria.
Turkey - Holland 68-62 Turkey edged Netherlands to ensure 4-1 record in Group C. Sevval Gul (193-F/C-01) had 20 points in the victory. Netherlands posted a 16:14 lead after ten minutes. But Turkey used a 37:26 run in the next two periods to spur ahead. Netherlands narrowed the deficit in the final period but could not avert the loss. Goksen Fitik (175-SG-01) chipped in 17 points for Turkey. Evelien Lutje (183-PF-00) produced 13 points for Netherlands.
Group D
Belarus - Slovakia 90-46 Belarus cruised past Slovakia for the fifth straight win in Austria. Kseniya Malashka (183-F-00) provided 27 points and 12 rebounds in the win. Belarus stunned Slovakia with a 30:8 run in the first period. They followed with a 28:10 run in the fourth term to ensure the winning outcome. Nastassia Siarchenia (180-F-00) had 15 points for Belarus. Martina Machalova (172-PF-00) and Dominika Urbanova (171-G-00) tossed in 10 points apiece in the loss.
Kosovo - Norway 68-78 Norway opened win count in Group D as they rolled past Kosovo. Sofie Paulsen (175-G-00) came up with 18 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the Scandinavian team. Norway accumulated a 38:31 halftime lead. They protected the lead throughout the second half racing to the win. Sofia Burkow (172-G-00) had 14 points in the victory. Agnesa Rrahmani (167-PG-02) tossed in 28 points for Kosovo.
Luxembourg - Ukraine 52-61 Ukraine beat Luxembourg for 4-1 record in Group D. Vladyslava Voloshyna (180-SG-00) notched 18 points to lead the charge. Ukraine held Luxembourg to only 15 points in the first half to secure a 16-point lead. Luxembourg narrowed the gap after the big break but could not prevent the loss. Yana Rabchuk (186-SG-00) and Tetiana Havrylchyk (193-C-00) had 15 points each for Ukraine. Catherine Mreches (166-G-00) and Svenia Nurenberg (178-F/G-00) dropped 15 points apiece for Luxembourg.
Division B. Day 4 in Austria - Aug 7, 2018
Group A
Georgia - Portugal 56-86 Portugal stormed past Georgia to improve at 3-1 record in Group A. Portugal led by just two points at halftime 32:30. They used a 31:12 run in the fourth term to race to the victory. Mariano Carvalho stepped up with 32 points, while Ana Jesus (189-C-00) added 11 points and 12 rebounds in the victory. Natalia Otkhmezuri (175-G/F-00) and Nino Gadelia (176-PG-02) replied with 19 points each for Georgia.
Romania - Finland 57-70 Finland outscored Romania to improve at 4-0 record. Sara Bejedi (166-G-00) came up with 18 points for the winners. Finland accounted for a 31:22 halftime lead. Romania pulled within 4 points at the final break. But Finland erupted for 25 points in the fourth term to rally to the win. Awak Kuier (194-C-01) had 17 points and 16 boards for Finland. Maria Ferariu (178-F-00) replied with 16 points for Romania.
Cyprus - Iceland 60-42 Cyprus overcame Iceland to celebrate the first win at the tournament. Stefania Georgiou (175-G-00) scored 16 points to lead the effort. Cyprus recorded a 20:13 lead after ten minutes. They went on a 31:17 second half run to ice the victory. Eleni Pilakouta (192-C-00) had 15 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Birna Benonysdottir (189-C-00) answered with 15 points and 9 rebounds for Iceland.
Group B
Albania - Bulgaria 60-87 Bulgaria opened win count in Austria. They fired past Albania for 1-3 record in Group B. Valeria Aleksieva (166-G-00) came up with 26 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Bulgaria accumulated a 50:31 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Denitsa Petrova (174-F-00) had 12 points in the victory. Klea Verri (169-SG-01) chipped in 23 points for Albania.
Switzerland - Lithuania 62-92 Lithuania marched past Switzerland to grab the fourth consecutive win at the championship. Five players scored in double digits for the Baltic team. Dalia Donskichyte (168-G-00) produced 17 points and 12 assists for the winners. Lithuania recorded a 48:26 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Manta Urbonaite (184-F-00) and Enrika Matiukaite (191-C-00) had 14 points each for Lithuania. Belinda Mensah (170-PG-00) answered with 16 points for Switzerland.
Israel - Greece 29-38 Greece outscored Israel in a low-scoring Group B affair. Ioanna Krimili (177-PG-01) and Cynthia Ezeja (191-F/C-01) posted 8 points each for the Hellenes. Greece posted a 20:14 halftime lead. Israel pulled within 2 points at the final break. But Greece used a 15:8 surge in the final term to ice the win. Lior Garzon (183-F-01) provided 10 points for Israel.
Group C
Austria - Denmark 36-69 Denmark coasted past hosting Austria for the third win in Group C. The Scandinavian team recorded a 29:14 halftime lead. They went on a 40:22 second half rally to secure the winning outcome. Frida Formann (180-G/F-01) delivered 15 points, while Julianna Okosun (193-C-01) added 12 points and 12 boards for Denmark. Petra Pammer (176-F/G-00) replied with 10 points for Austria.
Montenegro - Turkey 61-65 Turkey dropped Montenegro to improve at 3-1 record in Group C. Sevval Gul (193-F/C-01) had 19 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Turkey accounted for a 40:25 halftime lead. Montenegro narrowed the gap in the second half but could not avert the loss. Akalan Sevval (182-SG-01) had 16 points for Turkey. Marija Bakic (176-F-00) provided 15 points for Montenegro.
Holland - United Kingdom 73-67 Netherlands are 3-1 in Group C following a tough win over Great Britain. Robyn Bouwer (179-SF-00) provided 17 points and 8 assists for the Dutch team. Great Britain posted a 36:32 halftime lead. But Netherlands went on a 21:8 run in the third term to surge ahead. They protected the lead throughout the fourth period and raced to the win. Linda Van Schaik (177-SF-00) had 12 points for the winning side. Holly Winterburn (180-SG-00) replied with 22 points for Great Britain.
Group D
Slovakia - Luxembourg 53-66 Luxembourg knocked down Slovakia for 3-1 record at the tournament. Anne Simon (172-G/F-00) tossed in 22 points in the victory. Slovakia led by 3 points heading into the fourth frame but Luxembourg used a 21:5 run to snatch the win. Catherine Mreches (166-G-00) scored 17 points for Luxembourg. Martina Machalova (172-PF-00) had 11 points for Slovakia.
Kosovo - Belarus 38-120 Belarus crushed Kosovo to secure the fourth consecutive win in Austria. Belarus led from start to finish. They established a 63:20 halftime lead. They poured in 57 points in the second half to coast to the win. Kseniya Molchan and Nastassia Siarchenia (180-F-00) tossed in 19 points each in the victory. Agnesa Rrahmani (167-PG-02) replied with 17 points for Kosovo.
Norway - Ukraine 33-54 Ukraine stormed past Norway to gain 3-1 record in Group D. Tetiana Havrylchyk (193-C-00) stepped up with 11 points and 18 rebounds for the winners. Ukraine posted a 26:12 halftime lead. They held Norway to 21 points in the second half to ease to the win. Yuliya Gutevych (182-PF-00) had 13 points for Ukraine. Tuva Andersen (174-G-00) answered with 8 points for Norway.
Division B. Day 3 in Austria - Aug 5, 2018
Group A
Finland - Georgia 121-39 Finland demolished Georgia to gain the third consecutive win. Seven players scored in double digits for Finland. Awak Kuier (194-C-01) tossed in 16 points and grabbed 16 rebounds for the winners. Finland registered a 55:16 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Lotta Vehka-Aho (165-G-00) had 15 points in the win. Natalia Otkhmezuri (175-G/F-00) delivered 19 points for Georgia.
Iceland - Romania 49-63 Romania toppled Iceland for the third straight win in Austria. Romania posted a 38:19 halftime advantage and breezed to the victory in the second half. Irina Parau (183-F/C-00) chipped in 19 points and 11 rebounds for Romania. Maria Ferariu (178-F-00) had 8 points in the victory. Birna Benonysdottir (189-C-00) scored 14 points and collected 14 rebounds for Iceland.
Portugal - Cyprus 74-32 Portugal improved at 2-1 record in Group A as they rallied past Cyprus. Rita Oliveira (160-PG-00) scored 17 points to lead the charge. Portugal went on a strong 22:8 run in the second quarter to take a 16-point lead. Portugal went on a 23:8 run in the frame to ensure an unassailable lead. Sara Guerreiro (170-PG-01) had 16 points for the winners. Ioanna Kyprianou (160-PG-03) answered with 7 points for Cyprus.
Group B
Bulgaria - Israel 48-76 Lior Garzon (183-F-01) tallied 27 points to lead Israel past Bulgaria. Israel accumulated a 26:13 lead at the first break. They followed with an 18:6 run in the final term to coast to the win. Gaya Sless (174-G/F-01) had 12 points in the victory. Valeria Aleksieva (166-G-00) chipped in 14 points for Bulgaria.
Lithuania - Albania 130-38 Lithuania coasted past Albania for the third win in a row in Group B. Dalia Donskichyte (168-G-00) had 28 points and 11 steals for Lithuania. They secured a 66:23 halftime lead and marched to the win in the second half. Gabija Segzdaite (186-F-00) had 18 points and 10 caroms for the winning side. Bernada Rreshpja (176-SF-01) answered with 15 points and 8 rebounds for Albania.
Greece - Switzerland 63-38 Greece took 2-1 record as they drove past Switzerland tonight. Ioanna Krimili (177-PG-01) tossed in 14 points for the Hellenes. Greece accumulated a 30:16 halftime lead. Greece held Switzerland to just 22 points in the second half and marched to the win. Ioanna Chatzivasileiou (178-G/F-00) and Cynthia Ezeja (191-F/C-01) provided 11 points apiece in the victory. Yelena Luap (182-SG-01) produced 16 points for Switzerland.
Group C
Turkey - Austria 67-37 Turkey crushed Austria for the second win in Gussing. Turkey ensured a 33:18 halftime lead. They held Austria to just 19 points after the big break and coasted to the win. Sigranur Sonmez dropped 14 points, while Goksen Fitik (175-SG-01) added 13 points for Turkey. Monika Rehberger (187-C-00) nailed 8 points for Austria.
United Kingdom - Montenegro 87-70 Great Britain posted the second win in Austria as they knocked down Montenegro. Charlotte Ellmore (179-PG-00) came up with 27 points for the winning team. Montenegro jumped to a 24:17 lead after ten minutes. But Great Britain went on a 23:10 run in the third term to spur ahead for good. Holly Winterburn (180-SG-00) chipped in 15 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists for Great Britain. Andjela Bigovic (192-C-00) netted 12 points for Montenegro.
Denmark - Holland 60-62 Netherlands sneaked past Denmark to improve at 2-1 record in Group C. Robyn Bouwer (179-SF-00) delivered 14 points for the Dutch team. Netherlands registered a 36:31 halftime lead. They extended the lead at 9-point mark at the final break. Denmark cut the deficit in the fourth period but could not avoid the loss. Kiki Fleuren (170-PG-00) and Lotte Sant (184-PF-01) provided 11 points each in the victory. Julianna Okosun (193-C-01) netted 14 points for Denmark.
Group D
Belarus - Norway 94-34 Belarus fired past Norway to register the third consecutive win. Belarus dominated from the tip off. They established a 42:11 halftime lead and eased to the victory in the second half. Anhelina Ambrazhevich (180-SF-00) chipped in 21 points, while Kseniya Malashka (183-F-00) tossed in 15 points for Belarus. Sofie Paulsen (175-G-00) notched 8 points for Norway.
Ukraine - Slovakia 60-50 Ukraine topped Slovakia for 2-1 record in Group D. Five players scored in double digits for the winners. Vladyslava Voloshyna (180-SG-00) deposited 13 points for the Ukrainian side. Ukraine secured a 22:11 lead. They ignited a 33:22 second half surge to ice the win. Tetiana Havrylchyk (193-C-00) tallied 5 points and 16 rebounds for Ukraine. Sara Majorosova (168-G-00) had 15 points for Slovakia.
Luxembourg - Kosovo 71-39 Luxembourg edged Kosovo to jump at 2-1 record in Group D. Jil Jeanpierre (166-PG-00) provided 17 points to pace the winners. Luxembourg established a 32:13 halftime lead. They sank 39 points in the second half to rally to the victory. Julie Nilles (176-G-01) had 11 points in the win. Agnesa Rrahmani (167-PG-02) and Besjana Martinaj (165-PG-00) accounted for 8 points each for Kosovo.
Division B. Day 1 in Austria - Aug 4, 2018
Group A
Romania - Georgia 115-39 Romania stormed past Georgia to celebrate the first win in Group A. Laura Vaida (192-C-01) was pivotal with 23 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Romania led from start to finish. They established a 47:25 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Nicoleta Ghita (186-C-00) had 14 points and 9 rebounds for Romania. Viktoria Gegeshidze (175-G/F-00) answered with 10 points for Georgia.
Iceland - Portugal 51-80 Portugal drubbed Iceland to victoriously open their campaign. Sara Guerreiro (170-PG-01) netted 16 points for the winning side. Portugal dominated in the first half to take a 40:20 halftime lead. They used a 23:12 run in the fourth period to ice the win. Mariana Carvalho (175-G-01) netted 13 points for the winners. Birna Benonysdottir (189-C-00) replied with 12 points for Iceland.
Finland - Cyprus 94-45 Finland cruised past Cyprus to jump at 1-0 record in Group A. Sara Bejedi (166-G-00) produced 18 points, 8 assists and 7 rebounds to lead the winners. Finland grabbed a 44:16 halftime lead. They unloaded 50 points in the second half to ease to the win. Lotta Vehka-Aho (165-G-00) had 13 points for Finland. Panagiota Themistokleous (185-PF-00) replied with 10 points for Cyprus.
Group B
Israel - Switzerland 87-45 Israel breezed past Switzerland for the first win in Group B. Gili Eisner (176-G-01) and Gaya Sless (174-G/F-01) netted 13 points apiece for the winners. Israel piled up a 45:16 halftime lead. They went on a 23:9 run in the fourth quarter to roll to the win. Ymke Brouwer (183-F-01) replied with 16 points for Switzerland.
Greece - Albania 87-50 Greece denied Albania to take the first win at the championship. Cynthia Ezeja (191-F/C-01) came up with 19 points and 9 rebounds for the Hellenes. Greece grabbed a 41:25 halftime lead. They went on a 29:18 run in the third term to clear off for good. Ismini Prapa (176-G-00) had 18 points for the winners. Klea Verri (169-SG-01) and Bernada Rreshpja (176-SF-01) replied with 13 points each for Albania.
Bulgaria - Lithuania 67-84 Lithuania drove past Bulgaria behind 18 points from Kristina Masionyte (173-SG-00). Lithuania posted a 25:16 lead after the opening frame. They went on a 24:15 rally in the third term to clear off for good. Dalia Donskichyte (168-G-00) had 14 points in the victory. Valeria Aleksieva (166-G-00) replied with 22 points for Bulgaria.
Group C
United Kingdom - Austria 53-50 Great Britain nipped hosting Austria in the opening day of the championship. The hosts stayed in front throughout the first half. They posted a 36:24 halftime lead. But Great Britain limited Austria to just 14 points in the second half and snatched a tough win at the end. Shauna Harrison (178-SG-00) tallied 17 points and 13 rebounds for the victors. Stella Popp (176-SF-01) answered with 11 points for Austria.
Denmark - Turkey 75-65 Denmark held off Turkey for the opening win in Gussing. Malene Pedersen (178-G-01) stepped up with 22 points for the Scandinavian team. Denmark accounted for a 45:31 halftime lead. They went on an 18:14 run in the third term and cleared off for good. Caroline Bornemann (177-F-01) had 12 points for Denmark. Akalan Sevval (182-SG-01) netted 16 points for Turkey.
Holland - Montenegro 39-52 Montenegro outscored Netherlands in a low-scoring affair in Gussing. Andjela Bigovic (192-C-00) notched 15 points and 13 rebounds to lead the Balkan team. Montenegro recorded a 10:3 lead after the first period. They stretched the lead at 12-point mark at the final intermission. Montenegro held their opponents to just 13 points in the final term to race to the win. Dragana Zivkovic (184-G-01) had 13 points and 10 rebounds in the victory. Robyn Bouwer (179-SF-00) tossed in 11 points for Netherlands.
Group D
Slovakia - Kosovo 112-31 Slovakia drubbed Kosovo to open win count at the championship. Seven players scored in double digits for the winners. Katarina Knappova (174-G-00) stepped up with 18 points and 7 rebounds for Slovakia. They gained a 52:15 halftime lead and coasted to the victory afterwards. Laura Olsova (175-PG-00) and Michaela Pahulyova (178-SF-00) had 14 points each for Slovakia. Agnesa Rrahmani (167-PG-02) answered with 9 points for Kosovo.
Ukraine - Belarus 52-80 Belarus stunned Ukraine for the first win in Austria. Kseniya Malashka (183-F-00) came up with 24 points and 15 rebounds for the winners. Belarus secured a 40:22 halftime lead. They followed with a 40:30 second half run to seal the deal. Nastassia Siarchenia (180-F-00) netted 15 points for Belarus. Yana Rabchuk (186-SG-00) had 17 points for Ukraine.
Eurobasket.com All-European Championships U18 Division C 1st Team 2018
Castro
Benitez
Galea
Marquez
Timbalari
Best Player: Kristy Galea (158-SF-00) of Malta Best Guard: Marta Perez Castro (172-G-00) of Gibraltar Best Forward: Kristy Galea (158-SF-00) of Malta Best Center: Maria Timbalari (185-C-00) of Moldova
1st Team
G: Marta Perez Castro (172-G-00) of Gibraltar
PG: Mireya Benitez (165-PG-01) of Gibraltar
SF: Kristy Galea (158-SF-00) of Malta
G: Julia Marquez (170-G-00) of Andorra
C: Maria Timbalari (185-C-00) of Moldova
Division C. Gibraltar celebrate title in Andorra - Jul 29, 2018
FINAL
Malta - Gibraltar 49-56 Gibraltar celebrated Division C Gold in Andorra. They topped Malta in the Final tonight. Marta Perez Castro (172-G-00) notched 18 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the champions. Gibraltar recorded a 19:12 lead after ten minutes. They used a 16:10 run in the third frame to take a 12-point lead. Malta limited Gibraltar to just 9 points in the fourth frame but could not avoid the defeat. Mireya Benitez (165-PG-01) had 12 points for the winners. Michela Zammit (155-PG-01) dropped 13 points for Malta.
3-4 Place
Andorra - Moldova 55-41 Andorra rolled past Moldova to earn the third place at the championship. Lies Bosma (175-PF-01) led the hosts with 18 points, 10 rebounds and 5 blocks. Moldova posted a 9:4 lead ten minutes into the game. But Andorra used a 20:9 run in the second period to surge ahead. The hosts followed with a 20:8 rally in the final quarter to ensure the victory. Julia Marquez (170-G-00) had 13 points for Andorra. Olga Cozonac (169-PG-03) and Maria Terzi (178-G-02) responded with 11 points each for Moldova.
Division C. Day 3 in Andorra - Jul 26, 2018
Malta - Gibraltar 77-53 Malta outgunned Gibraltar for the third straight win at the tournament. Michela Zammit (155-PG-01) recorded 20 points to lead the winners. Malta accumulated a 34:21 halftime lead. They went on a 43:32 second half run to secure the win. Jasmine Abela (141-PG-01) provided 17 points in the victory. Anabella De La Chica (170-F-00) replied with 20 points for Gibraltar.
Moldova - Andorra 56-54 Moldova nipped Andorra to ensure the second win in Andorra. Maria Terzi (178-G-02) came up with 20 points and 15 rebounds for the winners. Andorra posted a 17:11 lead at the first break. Moldova surged ahead for a narrow 28:27 halftime lead. The teams went neck and neck throughout the second half as Moldova managed to escape with a narrow win. Maria Timbalari (185-C-00) netted 12 points for Moldova. Lies Bosma (175-PF-01) and Julia Marquez (170-G-00) responded with 13 points each for Andorra.
Division C. Day 2 in Andorra - Jul 25, 2018
Gibraltar - Andorra 64-34 Gibraltar secured the first win in Andorra. They overcame the hosts for 1-1 record. Mireya Benitez (165-PG-01) posted 19 points to lead the winners. Gibraltar piled up a 39:16 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the win. Marta Perez provided 15 points for the winners. Julia Marquez (170-G-00) answered with 8 points for Andorra.
Malta - Moldova 52-48 Malta outscored Moldova for the second straight win Andorra. Kristy Galea (158-SF-00) scored 20 points and grabbed 7 rebounds to lead the winners. Malta posted a 16:8 lead after ten minutes. Moldova pulled within 3 points at halftime. But Malta held their opponents to just 24 points in the second half and rallied to the victory. Anthea Micallef (175-G/F-01) had 16 points for Malta. Maria Timbalari (185-C-00) answered with 12 points and 13 rebounds for Moldova.
Division C. Day 1 in Andorra - Jul 24, 2018
Andorra - Malta 56-66 Malta outscored Andorra to victoriously open their campaign. Kristy Galea (158-SF-00) scored 26 points and collected 10 rebounds for the winning side. Malta eked out a 28:27 halftime lead. Andorra tied things up at 48 heading into the fourth frame. But Malta followed with an 18:8 run in the final period to seal the win. Michela Zammit (155-PG-01) had 17 points for Malta. Lies Bosma (175-PF-01) answered with 12 points for Andorra.
Moldova - Gibraltar 62-51 Moldova outscored Gibraltar in the opener. Maria Timbalari (185-C-00) scored 15 points and grabbed 14 boards to lead the winners. Moldova accumulated a 26:22 halftime lead. They unloaded 36 points in the second half to march to the win. Olga Cozonac (169-PG-03) tallied 14 points and 12 rebounds in the victory. Marta Perez (172-PF-00) answered with 17 points for Gibraltar.
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