Eurobasket.com All-European Championships U18 Awards 2019 - Aug 6, 2019
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MVP: Santiago Aldama (207-F-01) of Spain
Best Guard: Ziga Samar (193-G-01) of Slovenia
Best Forward: Santiago Aldama (207-F-01) of Spain
Best Center: Usman Garuba (202-C-02) of Spain
1st Team
G: Ziga Samar (193-G-01) of Slovenia
F/G: Nikolaos Rogkavopoulos (203-F/G-01) of Greece
F: Santiago Aldama (207-F-01) of Spain
F/C: Alperen Sengun (205-F/C-02) of Turkey
C: Usman Garuba (202-C-02) of Spain
2nd Team
G: Mustafa Kurtuldum (196-G-01) of Turkey
F/G: Jovan Kljajic (198-F/G-01) of Montenegro
F: Aleksandar Langovic (206-F-01) of Serbia
F: Moussa Diabate (6'10''-F-02) of France
C: Bojan Tomasevic (200-C-01) of Montenegro
Honorable Mention
Malcolm Cazalon (198-G-01) of France
Samson Ruzhentsev (6'7''-F/G-01) of Russia
Mate Okros (6'6''-F-01) of United Kingdom
Franz Wagner (6'8''-G-01) of Germany
Gabriele Procida (195-SG-02) of Italy
Azuolas Tubelis (202-F-02) of Lithuania
Bine Prepelic (200-PF-01) of Slovenia
Sandro Rasic (196-G-01) of Croatia
Perttu Blomgren (193-SG-01) of Finland
Tristan Enaruna (6'8''-F-01) of Holland
Marcis Steinbergs (202-F-01) of Latvia
| Spain clinch title in Volos - Aug 4, 2019
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FINALSpain - Turkey 57-53
Spain conquered the trophy in Volos. They beat Turkey in the Final tonight. Turkey dominated in the first half. They earned a 31:23 halftime advantage. Spain went on a 19:12 run in the third term to narrow the gap at one point. Spain used a 15:10 run in the fourth quarter to snatch the victory and clinched the title. Santiago Aldama (207-F-01) stepped up with 23 points, while Usman Garuba (202-C-02) added 11 points and 14 boards for the champions. Mustafa Kurtuldum (196-G-01) tossed in 19 points for Turkey.
3-4 PlaceGreece - Slovenia 57-81
Slovenia claimed the Bronze medals in Volos. They upset Greece in the consolation final tonight. Greece led by one point at the big break 27:26. But Slovenia went on a 35:14 run in the fourth period to ice the win. Gregor Glas (197-SG-01, agency: BeoBasket) came up with 20 points for Slovenia. Maj Dusanic (200-C-01) added 18 points and 12 rebounds in the win. Nikolaos Rogkavopoulos (203-F/G-01) replied with 14 points and 13 rebounds for Greece.
5-6 PlaceRussia - France 57-101
France smashed Russia to clinch the fifth position. France recorded a massive 53:22 halftime lead and never looked back en route to a comfortable win. Moussa Diabate (208-F-02) delivered 25 points and 9 rebounds for France. Essome Miyem (210-C-01) added 16 points and 11 rebounds for les Bleues. Samson Ruzhentsev (201-F/G-01) chipped in 10 points for Russia.
7-8 PlaceLithuania - United Kingdom 88-70
Lithuania rallied past United Kingdom in Volos today. The Baltic team recorded a 26:16 lead after ten minutes. Lithuania unloaded 45 points in the second half and marched to the victory. Azuolas Tubelis (202-F-02) posted 18 points and 12 rebounds for Lithuania. Nojus Pankratjevas (187-G-01, agency: Octagon Europe) added 16 points for the Baltic side. Tosan Evbuomwan (199-F-01) netted 16 points and collected 10 rebounds for United Kingdom.
9-10 PlaceSerbia - Italy 72-81
Italy beat Serbia to claim the tenth place in Greece. Serbia eked out a 41:39 halftime lead. Italy dropped 24 points in the third term to spur ahead. The Azzurri held Serbia to 16 points in the fourth quarter and marched to the win. Lorenzo Donadio (191-G-01) provided 27 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists for Italy. Luca Possamai (208-C-01) added 14 points for the winning side. Aleksandar Langovic (206-F-01, agency: BeoBasket) chipped in 18 points for Serbia.
11-12 PlaceGermany - Montenegro 73-63Germany earned the 11th position at the tournament. They defeated Montenegro to wrap up their campaign. Germany posted a 42:34 halftime lead. They went on an 18:12 run in the fourth term to seal the win. Luc Van Slooten (203-F/G-02) and Franz Wagner (203-G-01) recorded 13 points each for the winners. Bojan Tomasevic (200-C-01) replied with 20 points and 7 rebounds for Montenegro. 13-14 PlaceFinland - Croatia 66-78Croatia secured their Division A place as they beat Finland in the game for the 13th place. Croatia piled up a 41:25 halftime lead. Finland used a 27:12 run to pull within a single point at the final break. But Croatia sank 25 points in the fourth stanza to seal the win. Matej Bosnjak (204-C-02) provided 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Ivan Gulin (197-SG-01, agency: XL Basketball Agency) and Karlo Lukacic (189-G-01) added 15 points each for Croatia. Perttu Blomgren (193-SG-01) had 17 points for Finland. 15-16 PlaceLatvia - Holland 61-91Netherlands rallied past Latvia to finish the championship on a high note. Netherlands posted a 41:36 halftime lead. The Dutch team added 50 points in the second half to race to the win. Tristan Enaruna (203-F-01) came up with 22 points for Netherlands. Siem Uijtendaal (190-SG-01) had 18 points for Netherlands. Marcis Steinbergs (202-F-01) accounted for 14 points and 11 rebounds for Latvia.
| Spain and Turkey advance into title game in Volos - Aug 3, 2019
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SEMISGreece - Spain 54-70
Spain outscored Greece to enter the title game in Volos. The hosts posted a 20:12 lead after ten minutes. Spain cut the deficit at 2-point mark at the interval 34:36. Spain dominated in the second half. They ignited a 36:18 rally and secured the victory. Santiago Aldama (207-F-01) posted 19 points and 11 rebounds, while Usman Garuba (202-C-02) added 18 points and 19 rebounds for Spain. Nikolaos Rogkavopoulos (203-F/G-01) replied with 13 points for Greece.
Turkey - Slovenia 72-64
Turkey reached the championship game as they beat Slovenia in the semis. Turkey used a 23:15 run in the second term to open a 38:29 halftime lead. Slovenia erased the deficit in the third term. They entered the fourth period up by one point. But Turkey bounced back with a 23:14 run to secure the victory. Alperen Sengun (205-F/C-02) and Goktug Bas (201-F-01) tossed in 15 points each for the winners. Gregor Glas (197-SG-01, agency: BeoBasket) replied with 20 points for Slovenia.
| Greece, Slovenia, Turkey and Spain enter semifinal stage in Volos - Aug 1, 2019
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QuarterfinalsUnited Kingdom - Slovenia 57-71
Slovenia outlasted United Kingdom to reach the semifinal stage in Volos. Slovenia grabbed a 33:28 halftime lead. They went on a 22:13 run in the fourth quarter to ensure the winning outcome. Bine Prepelic (200-PF-01) scored 16 points, while Ziga Samar (193-G-01) notched 14 points, 14 assists and 10 rebounds in the victory. Mate Okros (198-F-01) replied with 17 points for United Kingdom.
Turkey - France 69-64
Turkey defeated France to enter the semifinals at the championship. France registered a 39:27 halftime advantage. Turkey however responded with a massive 25:8 run in the fourth frame to snatch the win. Tibet Gorener (203-SF-02) finished with 16 points, while Mustafa Kurtuldum (196-G-01) added 13 points for Turkey. Malcolm Cazalon (198-G-01) answered with 21 points for France.
Russia - Spain 77-84
Spain prevailed against Russia en route to the semifinals in Greece. Spain unleashed 35 points in the second term to pile up a 51:40 halftime lead. Russia narrowed the gap at 5 points at the final break. Spain dropped 21 points in the fourth term and raced to the victory. Santiago Aldama (207-F-01) came up with 25 points and 9 rebounds, while Javier Garcia (187-PG-01) added 16 points for Spain. Filipp Gafurov (211-F-01) and Andrey Toptunov (178-PG-02) delivered 13 points each for Russia.
Lithuania - Greece 66-70 OT
Greece beat Lithuania in overtime to advance into the semifinal stage. Lithuania enjoyed a 26:21 halftime lead. Greece however managed to erase the deficit and forced overtime. The hosts poured in 15 points in the extra period to snatch the win. Nikolaos Rogkavopoulos (203-F/G-01) posted 25 points and 15 rebounds for the Hellenes. Azuolas Tubelis (202-F-02) knocked down 23 points and grabbed 20 rebounds for Lithuania.
| Quarterfinalists determined in Volos - Jul 31, 2019
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France - Croatia 62-53
France outlasted Croatia to stay in the title race in Volos. Croatia built a 3-point lead at the final break. But les Bleues ignited a 24:12 run in the fourth term to snatch the victory. Moussa Diabate (208-F-02) produced 19 points and 13 boards, while Matthieu Gauzin (191-PG-01) added 16 points for France. Lovro Gnjidic (197-G-01) chipped in 13 points for Croatia.
Serbia - Lithuania 54-56
Lithuania nipped Serbia behind 11 points from Modestas Kancleris (203-F-01). Lithuania recorded a 36:27 halftime advantage. The Baltic team followed with a 12:2 run in the third term to boost the margin at 19-point mark. Serbia went on a strong rally in the fourth frame but could not avoid the loss. Lukas Kreismontas (197-SF-01) added 9 points for Lithuania. Aleksej Pokusevski (213-PF-01) replied with 16 points for Serbia.
Montenegro - United Kingdom 62-77
Mate Okros (198-F-01) scored 18 points to lead United Kingdom past Montenegro in Round of 16 battle. United Kingdom went on a 25:10 run in the second quarter to take an 18-point halftime lead. Montenegro could not recover from the blow as the British side rolled to the win. Tosan Evbuomwan (199-F-01) and Veron Eze (193-G-02) had 13 points each for the winners. Jovan Kljajic (198-F/G-01) netted 11 points for Montenegro.
Greece - Finland 68-55
Greece outlasted Finland to advance into the quarterfinal stage. Finland dominated throughout three periods. They grabbed a 51:39 lead heading into the fourth quarter. But the hosts used a massive 29:4 run in the final term to snatch the victory. Alexandros Nikolaidis (189-PG-02) provided 20 points for the Hellenes. Mustapha Amzil (202-PF-01) answered with 26 points and 9 rebounds for Finland.
Holland - Slovenia 72-79
Gregor Glas (197-SG-01, agency: BeoBasket) and Bine Prepelic (200-PF-01) scored 15 points each to lead Slovenia past Netherlands. Slovenia got to a quick start. They recorded a 23:7 lead after the opening quarter. Slovenia managed to build a 12-point cushion before the fourth term and hung on for the victory. Tristan Enaruna (203-F-01) netted 21 points and grabbed 13 rebounds for Netherlands.
Turkey - Italy 67-55
Turkey defeated Italy to advance into the quarterfinal stage. Italy led by four points at the first break. But Turkey used a 39:24 run in the next two periods to surge ahead for good. Mustafa Kurtuldum (196-G-01) posted 15 points, while Omer Yasir Kucuk (190-G-01) added 12 points for Turkey. Sasha Matthias Grant (198-F-02) replied with 14 points for Italy.
Spain - Latvia 87-52
Spain outgunned Latvia in Round of 16 clash. Spain went on a 32:10 run in the second period to grab a decisive 22-point halftime lead and cruised to the victory after that. Santiago Aldama posted 19 points, while Usman Garuba (202-C-02) added 13 points and 10 rebounds in the win. Everts Ramza (181-PG-01) replied with 13 points for Latvia.
Russia - Germany 76-65
Filipp Gafurov (211-F-01) and Samson Ruzhentsev (201-F/G-01) scored 15 points each to lead Russia past Germany. Russia led by just 2 points at the interval 35:33. But they followed with a 22:13 run in the third term to clear off for good. Franz Wagner (203-G-01) netted 14 points for Germany.
| Recap of Day 3 in Volos - Jul 29, 2019
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Group AUnited Kingdom - Germany 66-86
Germany registered the first win in Group A. They beat United Kingdom to improve at 1-1 record. Germany eked out a 45:43 halftime lead. Germany held United Kingdom to just 23 points in the second half and rallied to the victory. Jordan Samare (202-C-02) connected for 21 points and 9 rebounds, while Luca Van Slooten added 16 points for Germany. Tomiwa Sulaiman (196-PF-01) replied with 14 points for United Kingdom.
Serbia - Turkey 76-67
Aleksandar Langovic nailed 14 points to lead Serbia past Turkey. Serbia accumulated a 36:32 halftime lead. Serbia stretched the gap at 11 points at the final break and rallied to the win in the fourth quarter. Djordje Pazin (195-G-01) and Aleksej Pokusevski (213-PF-01) netted 12 points each for the winners. Tibet Gorener (203-SF-02) replied with 15 points for Turkey.
Group BRussia - Italy 63-56
Russia held off Italy to take 2-1 record in Group B. Italy led by six points at the first break. But Russia responded with a 39:26 run in the next two periods to spur ahead for good. Samson Ruzhentsev (201-F/G-01) netted 17 points, while Danila Pokhdiaev added 12 points for Russia. Gabrielle Procida and Lorenzo Donadio (191-G-01) banked in 13 points each for Italy.
Montenegro - Lithuania 58-76
Lithuania registered the first victory in Group B. They stormed past Montenegro to gain 1-2 record. Montenegro piled up a 29:22 halftime lead. But Lithuania poured in 54 points in the second half to secure the winning outcome. Augustas Marciulionis (188-G-02) netted 14 points, while Azuolas Tubelis (202-F-02) added 10 points and 13 rebounds for the Baltic team. Djordjije Marinovic tallied 13 points and 10 rebounds for Montenegro.
Group CGreece - Slovenia 72-54
Greece beat Slovenia to earn the second place in Group C. The hosts registered a 38:30 halftime lead. They limited Slovenia to just 24 points in the second half to rally to the victory. Alexandros Nikolaidis (189-PG-02) chipped in 18 points, while Fotis Georgalas (204-F-01, agency: Mansfield and Associates) had 9 points for the Hellenes. Ziga Samar (193-G-01) and Gregor Glas (197-SG-01, agency: BeoBasket) replied with 11 points each for Slovenia.
France - Latvia 73-63
France toppled Latvia to finish the preliminary round unbeaten. France grabbed a 32:26 halftime lead. les Bleues sank 41 points in the second half to race to the win. Malcolm Cazalon (198-G-01) netted 20 points, while Yvan Ouedraogo (206-C-02) had 11 points for France. Kristaps Kilps (193-SG-01) replied with 15 points and 9 assists for Latvia.
Group DCroatia - Spain 75-82
Spain recorded the third consecutive win in Group D. They topped Croatia to enter the playoffs undefeated. Croatia enjoyed a 48:44 halftime lead. But Spain ignited an 18:8 run in the fourth term to seal the win. Usman Garuba (202-C-02) netted 17 points and collected 12 rebounds for Spain. Santiago Aldama (207-F-01) had 16 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Sandro Rasic (196-G-01, agency: QSA) notched 34 points for Croatia.
Holland - Finland 53-59
Finland beat Netherlands to record the first win in Volos. Finland grabbed a 31:28 halftime lead. They followed with a 22:10 run in the third term to clear off for good. Touko Tainamo (200-F-01) posted 19 points and 11 rebounds, while Mustapha Amzil (202-PF-01) added 12 points for Finland. Tristan Enaruna (203-F-01) delivered 13 points and 13 rebounds for Netherlands.
| Recap of Day 2 in Volos - Jul 28, 2019
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Group ATurkey - Germany 62-54
Turkey beat Germany for the second straight win in Volos. Turkey posted a 30:22 halftime lead. Germany used a 21:7 run in the third term to surge ahead. But Turkey bounced back with a 25:11 run in the fourth term to snatch the win. Alperen Sengun (205-F/C-02) delivered 28 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Daniel Zdraveski answered with 11 points for Germany.
Serbia - United Kingdom 85-87 OT
Great Britain nipped Serbia in overtime to improve at 1-1 record in Group A. Joshua Uduje (191-G-02) posted 22 points to lead the charge. Serbia grabbed a 39:31 halftime lead. But United Kingdom sank 46 points in the second half to force overtime. They added 10 points in the extra period to snatch the win. Tosan Evbuomwan (199-F-01) had 18 points and 10 rebounds for United Kingdom. Djordje Pazin (195-G-01) and Aleksa Markovic (196-F-01) replied with 14 points each for Serbia.
Group BLithuania - Italy 58-64
Italy outscored Lithuania to earn the first win in Group B. Lithuania led by 9 points at the first break. But the Azzurri responded with a 28:12 run in the second term to surge ahead. Italy hung on to the lead throughout the second half and marched to the win. Davide Casarin (192-G-03) posted 13 points, while Sasha Matthias Grant (198-F-02) added 12 points for Italy. Azuolas Tubelis (202-F-02) replied with 15 points for Lithuania.
Montenegro - Russia 81-79
Montenegro held off Russia for the second win in Group B. Bojan Tomasevic (200-C-01) and Jovan Kljajic (198-F/G-01) netted 22 points each for the winners. Montenegro registered a 40:33 halftime lead. Russia sank 46 points in the second half but came up short of victory at the end. Vasilije Milovic (188-PG-01) had 14 points for Montenegro. Ivan Belousov replied with 26 points for Russia.
Group CFrance - Greece 80-55
France bruised hosting Greece to gain the second straight win in Volos. France grabbed a 45:22 halftime lead. les Bleues maintained the advantage throughout the second half and rolled to the victory. Matthieu Gauzin (191-PG-01) scored 16 points, while Moussa Diabate (208-F-02) had 14 points and 20 rebounds for France. Aristotelis Sotiriou (203-F-01) replied with 15 points for Greece.
Latvia - Slovenia 71-73
Slovenia nipped Latvia for the first win in Volos. Latvia snatched a 37:35 halftime lead. But Slovenia unloaded 38 points in the second half to rally to the victory. Ziga Samar (193-G-01) stepped up with 20 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for Slovenia. Kristaps Kilps (193-SG-01) replied with 18 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists for Latvia.
Group DSpain - Finland 81-45
Spain coasted past Finland to earn 2-0 record in Group D. Spain accumulated a 32:26 halftime lead. They followed with a 49:19 run in the second half to ease to the win. Usman Garuba (202-C-02) delivered 18 points and 12 rebounds for Spain. Perttu Blomgren (193-SG-01) replied with 10 points for Finland.
Croatia - Holland 63-98
Netherlands overcame Croatia for 1-1 record in Group D. Netherlands stunned their opponents with a 36:14 run in the first period and never looked back en route to the victory. Tristan Enaruna (203-F-01) posted 29 points, while Keye Van Der Vuurst (190-SG-01) accounted for 22 points and 12 assists for the Dutch side. Matej Rudan (208-F/C-01, agency: BeoBasket) knocked down 20 points for Croatia.
| Recap of Day 1 in Volos - Jul 27, 2019
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Group AGermany - Serbia 68-75
Serbia victoriously opened their campaign in Volos. They defeated Germany in the opener. Serbia grabbed a 39:31 halftime lead. Serbia used a 22:19 run in the fourth term to seal the win. Djordje Pazin (195-G-01) posted 27 points, while Aleksej Pokusevski (213-PF-01) added 16 points and 13 rebounds for Serbia. Luc Van Slooten (203-F/G-02) replied with 13 points for Germany.
United Kingdom - Turkey 61-102
Turkey breezed past United Kingdom in the opener. Turkey grabbed a 47:23 halftime lead. They added 55 points in the second half to march to the win. Mustafa Kurtuldum (196-G-01) posted 19 points, while Omer Yasir Kucuk (190-G-01) added 15 points in the victory. Christopher Feeney (185-G-01) and Tomiwa Sulaiman (196-PF-01) replied with 10 points each for United Kingdom.
Group BItaly - Montenegro 54-62
Montenegro fired past Italy to open win count in Volos. Montenegro registered a 28:22 halftime lead. They stayed in charge throughout the second half and rallied to the victory. Bojan Tomasevic (200-C-01) netted 15 points, while Jovan Kljajic (198-F/G-01) added 12 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for Montenegro. Niccolo Filoni (194-SG-01) replied with 15 points for Italy.
Russia - Lithuania 74-60
Russia toppled Lithuania in their first game in Volos. Viktor Lakhin (208-F-01) chipped in 18 points and pulled down 9 rebounds for the winning team. Russia went on a 21:9 run in the third term to gain the decisive advantage. Danila Pokhodiaev (201-F-01) had 12 points for the winners. Modestas Kancleris (203-F-01) replied with 14 points for Lithuania.
Group CSlovenia - France 52-66
France outscored Slovenia to open win count in Volos. les Bleues trailed by three points at the first intermission. But they outgunned their opponents in each of the next three quarters to race to the win. Juhann Begarin (196-SG-02) dropped 15 points for France. Gregor Glas (197-SG-01, agency: BeoBasket) and Ziga Samar (193-G-01) tossed in 12 points each for Slovenia.
Greece - Latvia 82-74
Greece beat Latvia in the opener. Alexandros Nikolaidis (189-PG-02) scored 17 points to lead the hosts. Latvia grabbed a 28:18 lead after ten minutes. But Greece cut the deficit and then used a strong 22:11 run in the fourth period to snatch the win. Valantis Kourtidis (203-F/C-01) had 13 points in the victory. Kristaps Kilps (193-SG-01) banked in 18 points and 10 assists for Latvia.
Group DHolland - Spain 65-98
Spain coasted past Netherlands behind 18 points and 9 boards from Usman Garuba. Santiago Aldama (207-F-01) contributed 15 points for Spain. They claimed a 51:39 halftime lead and raced to the win. Tristan Enaruna (203-F-01) notched 16 points for Netherlands.
Finland - Croatia 55-60
Croatia beat Finland to take the first win at the championship. Croatia eked out a 33:30 halftime lead. They held Finland to just 25 points in the second half and rallied to the win. Lovro Gnjidic (197-G-01) netted 14 points, while Leon Bulic (208-PF-01) added 12 points for Croatia. Teemu Suokas (185-SG-01) replied with 12 points for Finland.
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Eurobasket.com All-European Championships U18 Division B Awards 2019 - Aug 6, 2019
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MVP: Noam Dovrat (195-G-02) of Israel
Best Guard: Noam Dovrat (195-G-02) of Israel
Best Forward: David Bohm (200-F-01) of Czech Republic
Best Center: Andrej Jakimovski (200-F/C-01) of North Macedonia
1st Team
PG: Mateusz Kaszowski (185-PG-01) of Poland
G: Noam Dovrat (195-G-02) of Israel
SG: Pelle Larsson (189-SG-01) of Sweden
F: David Bohm (200-F-01) of Czech Republic
F/C: Andrej Jakimovski (200-F/C-01) of North Macedonia
2nd Team
G: Kerr Kriisa (189-G-01) of Estonia
SG: Marko Milovanovikj (195-SG-02) of North Macedonia
SF: Daniil Barysevich (206-SF) of Belarus
F: Dori Sahar (195-F-01) of Israel
F: Hugo Morais (200-F-02) of Portugal
Honorable Mention
Kiryl Tsetserukou (200-SF-01) of Belarus
Tom Mark (197-F-01) of Belgium
Rati Andronikashvili (193-PG-01) of Georgia
Ondrej Hanzlik (191-G-02) of Czech Republic
Oleksandr Kovliar (180-PG-02) of Ukraine
Dorde Topolovic (207-C-01) of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Dui Jonsson (178-PG-01) of Iceland
Christopher Fulton (172-PG-02) of Ireland
Emil Stoilov (208-C-02) of Bulgaria
Vincent Valerio-Bodon (200-F-01) of Hungary
Sebastian Larsen (F) of Norway
Elvir Jakupovic (182-SG-01) of Austria
Kevin Martina (201-SF-01) of Switzerland
David Fischer (204-F/C-01) of Denmark
Mihai-Nicolae Carcoana (207-C-02) of Romania
Felix Vlaminck (188-SG-01) of Luxembourg
Rastislav Sipkovsky (197-PF-01) of Slovakia
Erhan Sholla (197-SF-01) of Kosovo
| Division B. Israel beat Poland to earn title - Aug 4, 2019
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FINALPoland - Israel 79-81
Israel earned Division B title. They nipped Poland in the Final in Oradea tonight. Poland got to a strong start. They established a 46:31 halftime lead. But Israel used a massive 34:16 run in the third term for a 3-point lead at the final break. Israel held on to the lead throughout the fourth quarter and raced to the win. Dori Sahar (195-F-01) produced 21 points, while Noam Dovrat (195-G-02) added 15 points for Israel. Mateusz Kaszowski (185-PG-01) replied with 17 points for Poland.
3-4 PlaceCzech Republic - North Macedonia 89-80
Czech Republic paved their way into Division A. They beat North Macedonia to earn the third place in Oradea. North Macedonia eked out a 49:45 halftime lead. But the Czech side used a 30:18 rally in the third term to surge ahead. They held North Macedonia to just 13 points in the fourth period to seal the win. Michal Svojanovski (200-C-01) chipped in 27 points, while Matej Burda (180-PG-01) added 21 points for Czech Republic. Marko Milovanovikj (195-SG-02) replied with 24 points for North Macedonia.
5-6 PlacePortugal - Estonia 66-76
Estonia secured the fifth spot at the tournament. They overcame Portugal tonight. The teams were tied at 34 at halftime. But Estonia went on a 42:32 second half run to race to the win. Kaspar Kitsing (199-F/G-01) accounted for 22 points, while Markus Ilver (199-F-02) added 15 points for Estonia. Andre Martins (192-G-02) tossed in 19 points for Portugal.
7-8 PlaceGeorgia - Sweden 65-91
Sweden breezed past Georgia to earn the 7th place in Oradea. Sweden posted a 45:37 halftime advantage. They held Georgia to just 28 points in the second half and rolled to the win. Andre Lorentsson (201-F-01) netted 22 points, while Romeo Myrthil (181-PG-02) added 14 points for the Scandinavian team. Aleksandre Merkviladze (206-F-02) notched 21 points and 13 rebounds for Georgia.
9-10 PlaceBelgium - Ukraine 57-65
Ukraine finished the tournament on a high note. They topped Belgium to earn the 9th position. Ukraine accumulated a 30:26 halftime lead. Ukraine limited Belgium to only 13 points in the final stanza and raced to the win. Oleksandr Kovliar (180-PG-02) and Illia Zaiets (187-SG-01) banked in 19 points each for Ukraine. Tom Mark (197-F-01) answered with 12 points for Belgium.
11-12 PlaceIceland - Bosnia 80-72Iceland topped Bosnia in the final game in Oradea. Iceland recorded a 44:39 halftime lead. Bosnia surged ahead in the third term but not for long. Iceland used a 21:10 final quarter run to seal the win. Veigar Alexandersson (188-SF-01) netted 24 points, while Julius Agustsson (190-PG-01) added 16 points for Iceland. Dorde Topolovic (207-C-01) replied with 23 points and 14 rebounds for Bosnia. 13-14 PlaceBelarus - Bulgaria 93-81Belarus earned the 13th position at the championship. They held off Bulgaria tonight. Belarus accounted for a 50:45 halftime lead. They sank 43 points in the second half and marched to the win. Kiryl Tsetserukou (200-SF-01) tallied 21 points and 15 rebounds for Belarus. Aleksandar Stoimenov (190-SG-01) answered with 23 point for Bulgaria. 15-16 PlaceIreland - Hungary 66-91Hungary thumped Ireland for the 15th place in Romania. Hungary led by four points at the big break 44:40. But Hungary used a 47:26 second half rally to snatch the win. Tamas Pallai (192-SG-01) delivered 22 points, while Gerzson Radics (191-F-02) added 18 points and 9 caroms for Hungary. Rapolas Buivydas (193-C-02) replied with 19 points and 8 rebounds for Ireland. 17-18 PlaceAustria - Denmark 67-64Austria topped Denmark in the final game in Oradea. Denmark piled up a 40:29 halftime lead. But Austria responded with a 25:10 run in the third term to surge ahead for good. David Makivic (192-PG-01) chipped in 15 points, while Dominik Simmel (205-C-01) added 10 points for Austria. Bakary Dibba (202-F-01) notched 12 points for Denmark. 19-20 PlaceSwitzerland - Norway 70-50Switzerland earned the 19th place as they toppled Norway. Switzerland ensured a 38:23 halftime lead. They held Norway to just 27 points in the second half and rallied to the win. Haris Jusovic (204-C-02) delivered 15 points, while Emmanuel Nwokeabia (189-SG-02) had 14 points and 9 boards for the winners. Sebastian Larsen (F) deposited 13 points for Norway. 21-22 PlaceSlovakia - Romania 57-91Romania celebrated the victory to wrap up their campaign in Oradea. The hosts stormed past Slovakia. Romania piled up a 34:21 halftime lead. Romania added 57 points in the second half to cruise to the victory. Mihai-Nicolae Carcoana (207-C-02) netted 24 points, while Georgia Cotoara added 14 points and 10 rebounds in the win. Matus Skuben (190-G-01) delivered 11 points for Slovakia. 23-24 PlaceLuxembourg - Kosovo 49-67Kosovo claimed the 23rd spot at the championship. They held off Luxembourg behind 20 points and 14 rebounds from Bardh Rexha (01). Albin Berisha (186-PG-02) and Donat Musa (192-PF-01) contributed 10 points apiece for the winners. Felix Vlaminck (188-SG-01) responded with 19 points and 8 rebounds for Luxembourg.
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SEMISPoland - Czech Republic 76-58
Poland defeated Czech Republic to advance into title game in Oradea. Poland recorded a 24:15 lead after ten minutes. They went on a 24:10 run in the fourth quarter and sealed the victory and therefore Division A berth. Kacper Gordon (186-SG-02) and Kacper Marchewka (191-G-02) accounted for 15 points each for the winners. David Bohm (200-F-01) replied with 21 points for Czech Republic.
North Macedonia - Israel 66-78
Israel prevailed against North Macedonia to secure Division A berth. Israel used a 27:6 run in the second term to open a 43:24 halftime lead. North Macedonia cut the distance in the second half but could not overcome it at the end. Noam Dovrat (195-G-02) posted 20 points, while Shahar Lazar (190-SG-01) had 13 points in the victory. Pavel Danailovski (178-PG-02) replied with 16 points for North Macedonia.
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QuarterfinalsIsrael - Sweden 95-47
Israel marched past Sweden to reach the semifinal stage. Israel went on a 49:24 first half run. They held Sweden to just 24 points in the second half and raced to a comfortable win. Dori Sahar (195-F-01) netted 24 points and collected 10 rebounds for the winning side. Pelle Larsson (189-SG-01) answered with 11 points and 9 rebounds for Sweden.
North Macedonia - Estonia 92-57
North Macedonia cruised past Estonia in the quarterfinal clash. North Macedonia recorded a 58:32 halftime lead. They went on a 19:8 run in the third term to clear off for good. Andrej Jakimovski (200-F-01) tallied 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Andrej Andonoski (200-C-02) had 16 points for the winners. Hugo Toom (196-F-02) replied with 8 points for Estonia.
Portugal - Czech Republic 74-83
Czech Republic defeated Portugal to enter the semifinals. Portugal grabbed a 19:16 lead after ten minutes. But Czech Republic sank 30 points in the second frame to open a 46:35 halftime lead. Czech Republic followed with a 21:12 run in the third term to run away with the win. Ondrej Hanzlik (191-G-02) produced 19 points, while David Bohm (200-F-01) added 14 points for Czech Republic. Andre Martins (192-G-02) replied with 16 points and 10 rebounds for Portugal.
Poland - Georgia 67-44
Kacper Gordon (186-SG-02) netted 16 points to lead Poland past Georgia in the quarterfinal clash. Georgia accumulated a 29:26 halftime lead. But Poland responded with a massive 41:15 run in the second half to secure a comfortable win. Mateusz Kaszowski (185-PG-01) had 11 points in the victory. Rati Andronikashvili (193-PG-01) replied with 19 points for Georgia.
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Group ABelgium - Romania 67-55
Belgium improved at 4-1 record in Group A as they overcame Romania. Belgium trailed by five points at the first break but they sank 42 points in the second half and snatched the win. Ajay Mitchell (176-PG-02) netted 17 points for Belgium. Dragos Axinte (193-SF-02) had 10 points for Romania.
Estonia - Poland 63-59
Estonia defeated Poland to clinch the second position in Group A. Estonia piled up a 34:24 halftime lead. They stayed in charge throughout the second half and clinched a key victory. Kerr Kriisa (189-G-01) posted 24 points for the winners. Szymon Zapala (210-C-01) replied with 16 points for Poland.
Bulgaria - Switzerland 81-80 OT
Bulgaria nipped Switzerland to earn the second victory in Romania. Switzerland secured a 41:31 halftime lead. Bulgaria denied the deficit in the second half and forced overtime. They held Switzerland to just 4 points in the extra period and secured the win. Mihail Moldov (193-F/G-01) stepped up with 21 points and 12 rebounds for Bulgaria. Thomas Salman (189-SG-01) replied with 18 points and 13 rebounds for Switzerland.
Group BNorth Macedonia - Denmark 80-73
North Macedonia accounted for the fifth straight win in Oradea. They held off Denmark to clinch the top position in Group B. North Macedonia grabbed a 41:35 halftime lead. They went on a 21:13 run in the third term to get away for good. Marko Milovanovikj (195-SG-02) produced 27 points for the winners. Patrick Pedersen (200-F-01) banked in 19 points for Denmark.
Ukraine - Slovakia 82-59
Ukraine fired past Slovakia to record the third victory in Group B. Ukraine posted a 32:12 lead after ten minutes and cruised to the victory afterwards. Ihor Serheiev (208-C-01) posted 17 points and 10 rebounds for Ukraine. Richard Sturcel (183-PG-01) banked in 12 points for Slovakia.
Georgia - Ireland 77-63
Georgia gained 4-1 record following a comfortable win over Ireland. Georgia went on a 35:24 run in the second half to drive to the victory. Rati Andronikashvili (193-PG-01) and Aleksandre Merkviladze (206-F-02) provided 13 points each for Georgia. Sanmi Fajana (200-C-01) connected for 13 points for Ireland.
Group CIsrael - Bosnia 82-77
Israel topped Bosnia to climb at 5-0 record. Israel posted a 43:40 halftime lead. Israel followed with a 24:15 run in the fourth quarter to secure the winning outcome. Noam Dovrat (195-G-02) posted 25 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for Israel. Tal Or Peled had 15 points for Israel. Dorde Topolovic (207-C-01) answered with 19 points and 9 rebounds for Bosnia.
Czech Republic - Norway 97-52
Czech Republic cruised past Norway to secure 4-1 record after preliminary round. Czech Republic accumulated a 43:28 halftime lead. They went on a 27:8 run in the third period to run away with the win. David Bohm (200-F-01) provided 24 points for the Czech side. Jarl Paulsen (208-C-01) deposited 15 points for Norway.
Iceland - Luxembourg 96-38
Iceland stormed past Luxembourg for 2-3 record in Group C. Iceland ignited a 59:13 run in the second half to ease to the victory. Julius Agustsson (190-PG-01) tallied 15 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists and 6 steals for Iceland. Dui Jonsson (178-PG-01) added 13 points for Iceland. Felix Vlaminck (188-SG-01) tossed in 16 points for Luxembourg.
Group DHungary - Austria 72-55
Hungary defeated Austria to earn the second win in Group D. The teams stayed neck and neck throughout three quarters. But Hungary used a 26:11 run in the fourth term to secure the win. Gerzson Radics (191-F-02) recorded 13 points for Hungary. Elias Podany (183-G-02) topscored with 15 points for Austria.
Portugal - Kosovo 72-47
Portugal beat Kosovo to finish on top of Group D. Portugal accumulated a 39:23 halftime lead. They followed with a 24:12 run in the third period to run away for the win. Andre Martins (192-G-02) chipped in 17 points for Portugal. Erhan Sholla (197-SF-01) chipped in 14 points for Kosovo.
Sweden - Belarus 83-84
Belarus nipped Sweden but finished in the third spot in Group D. Sweden secured a 44:40 halftime lead. Belarus unloaded 44 points in the second half and snatched the win. Raman Hests (197-SF-01) stepped up with 23 points for Belarus. Pelle Larsson (189-SG-01) netted 26 points, issued 11 assists and collected 7 rebounds for Sweden.
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Group APoland - Switzerland 81-36
Poland improved at 4-0 record in Group A. They breezed past Switzerland to remain undefeated. Poland accumulated a 39:26 halftime lead. They followed with a 26:6 run in the third term to clear off for good. Blazej Kulikowski (192-F/G-01) and Sebastian Rompa (210-C-01) accounted for 12 points each for the winners. Kevin Martina (201-SF-01) replied with 9 points for Switzerland.
Romania - Bulgaria 66-84
Bulgaria celebrated the first win in Oradea. They edged Romania to open win count. Bulgaria registered a 40:29 halftime lead. Bulgaria sank 44 points in the second half and secured the win. Emil Stoilov (208-C-02) tossed in 19 points for Bulgaria. Mihai-Nicolae Carcoana (207-C-02) and Luca-Bogdan Domocos (201-F-02) replied with 12 points each for Romania.
Estonia - Belgium 79-89
Belgium improved at 3-1 record in Group A as they beat Estonia. Belgium accumulated a 47:35 halftime lead. They protected the lead throughout the second half and raced to the win. Ajay Mitchell (176-PG-02) notched 20 points, while Emmanuel Fundi (190-SG-01, agency: Promotex) added 13 points for the winners. Kerr Kriisa (189-G-01) replied with 20 points and 8 assists for Estonia.
Group BSlovakia - North Macedonia 58-83
North Macedonia earned the fourth consecutive win at the tournament as they upended Slovakia. North Macedonia trailed by two points at the first break. But North Macedonia replied with a 26:12 run in the second term to surge ahead for good. Andrej Jakimovski (200-F-01) and Dario Mitevski (190-G-01) netted 10 points each for the winners. Matis Skuben and Patrik Lukac (187-SG-02) banked in 11 points apiece for Slovakia.
Ireland - Denmark 81-60
Ireland claimed the second win in Oradea. They rolled past Denmark for 2-2 record in Group B. Ireland recorded a 49:23 halftime lead and cruised to the victory in the second half. Christopher Fulton (172-PG-02) netted 24 points for Ireland. Bakary Dibba (202-F-01) and Louis Stormark (203-C-01) posted 17 points each for Denmark.
Georgia - Ukraine 85-73
Georgia defeated Ukraine to gain 3-1 record in Group B. Rati Andronikashvili (193-PG-01) posted 24 points to lead the charge. Ukraine led by three points at the first break. But Georgia went on a 48:36 run in the second half to seal the win. Vladimer Tavakarashvili (202-F-02) had 12 points for the winning side. Maksym Shulga (190-G-02) responded with 18 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for Ukraine.
Group CIsrael - Czech Republic 61-50
Israel held off Czech Republic to stay unbeaten in Oradea. Israel eked out a 24:20 halftime lead. Czech Republic pulled within two points at the final break. But Israel used a 22:13 run in the fourth term to secure the victory. Noam Dovrat had 18 points, while Amit Aharoni (184-PG-02) added 10 points for Israel. Martin Svoboda (198-C-01) answered with 12 points for Czech Republic.
Bosnia - Luxembourg 105-38
Bosnia crushed Luxembourg to climb at 3-1 record in Group C ladder. Bosnia posted a 52:22 halftime lead and breezed to the victory in the second half. Timur Krupalija (204-F-01) tallied 20 points and 12 rebounds, while Amar Mehic (209-C-01, agency: BeoBasket) had 18 points for Bosnia. Felix Vlaminck (188-SG-01) answered with 14 points for Luxembourg.
Group DAustria - Portugal 45-78
Portugal improved at 3-1 record following a convincing win over Austria. Portugal grabbed a 41:28 halftime lead. They went on a 21:6 run in the fourth quarter to race to the win. Hugo Morais (200-F-02) produced 15 points and 6 steals in the victory. Elias Podany (183-G-02) and Nicolas Petersik (94-F-01) chipped in 8 points each for Austria.
Belarus - Kosovo 83-74
Belarus toppled Kosovo for the third win in Romania. Belarus registered a 43:29 halftime lead. They stayed in charge throughout the second half and drove to the victory. Daniil Barysevich (206-SF) posted 26 points and 15 rebounds, while Alex Tsynkevich (203-C-01) added 21 points for Belarus. Erhan Sholla (197-SF-01) netted 21 points for Kosovo.
Sweden - Hungary 84-56
Sweden outscored Hungary for the fourth win in a row in Group D. Sweden piled up a comfortable 53:22 halftime lead and cruised to the win in the second half. Alan Brzezisnki came up with 22 points, while Andre Lorentsson (201-F-01) and Pelle Larsson (189-SG-01) added 12 points each for Sweden. Balazs Kass (190-SG-02) deposited 11 points for Hungary.
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Group ABulgaria - Estonia 60-70
Kerr Kriisa (189-G-01) scored 14 points to lead Estonia past Bulgaria in Oradea. Estonia piled up a 33:26 halftime lead. Estonia followed with a 16:12 run in the fourth quarter to race to the win. Aleksandar Stoimenov (190-SG-01) and Emiliyan Grudov (195-F/G-01) connected for 14 points each for Bulgaria.
Belgium - Poland 43-65
Poland rallied past Belgium to improve at 3-0 record in Group A. Poland went on a strong 47:22 first half run to clear off for good. Kacper Klaczek (202-F-02) and Kacper Gordon (186-SG-02) notched 13 points each for Poland. Aaron Verstraete (200-SF-01) replied with 9 points for Belgium.
Switzerland - Romania 61-51
Switzerland recorded the first win in Group A. They rallied past Romania for the opening victory. Switzerland recorded a 33:18 halftime lead. Romania stopped the bleeding in the second half but could not avoid the loss. Haris Jusovic (204-C-02) and Thomas Salman (189-SG-01) netted 12 points each for the Swiss team. Anton Rotaru (188-SG-02) replied with 13 points for Romania.
Group BUkraine - Ireland 74-63
Ukraine topped Ireland for the second win in Oradea. Ukraine piled up a 36:26 halftime lead. They held Ireland to just 12 points in the fourth term to race to the victory. Illia Zaiets (187-SG-01) posted 22 points, while Oleksandr Kovliar (180-PG-02) had 19 points for Ukraine. Sanmi Fajana (200-C-01) and Rapolas Buivydas (193-C-02) provided 22 points each for Ireland.
Denmark - Slovakia 64-55
Denmark outscored Slovakia to open win count at the tournament. Slovakia posted a 21:10 lead after ten minutes. But Denmark held their opponents to just 34 points in the next three quarters and drove to the victory. Louis Stormark (203-C-01) came up with 19 points for the Scandinavian team. Filip Rakai (184-SF-01) answered with 17 points for Slovakia.
North Macedonia - Georgia 87-79
North Macedonia registered the third straight win in Group B. They beat Georgia to stay perfect. North Macedonia eked out a 40:37 halftime lead. North Macedonia unleashed 47 points in the second half to race to the win. Andrej Jakimovski (200-F-01) tossed in 33 points and grabbed 8 rebounds to lead the winners. Lasha Mikeladze (201-C/F-01) replied with 20 points for Georgia.
Group CCzech Republic - Bosnia 112-68
Czech Republic clinched the third straight win in Group C. They fired past Bosnia to remain undefeated. Czech Republic accounted for a 44:35 halftime lead. They added 58 points in the second half to ease to the victory. Ondrej Hanzlik (191-G-02) notched 26 points, while Marek Vyroubal (191-G-01) and David Bohm had 15 points each for the winners. Haris Dedajic (172-PG-01) answered with 15 points for Bosnia.
Luxembourg - Norway 42-67
Norway toppled Luxembourg to open win count in Romania. Norway used a 34:15 run in the second half to march to the win. Jonas Kessler (194-F-02) notched 12 points, while Marcus Barnett (202-PF-01) and Max Svendsen added 10 points each for Norway. Felix Vlaminck (188-SG-01) answered with 14 points for Luxembourg.
Iceland - Israel 53-97
Israel fired past Iceland for the third straight win in Group C. Israel led from start to finish en route to yet another win in Oradea. Shahar Lazar (190-SG-01) notched 21 points, while Dori Sahar (195-F-01) added 14 points for Israel. Fridrik Jonsson (201-F-02) and Thorvaldur Arnason (195-F-02) replied with 11 points each for Iceland.
Group DHungary - Belarus 72-97
Belarus gained 2-1 record in Group D following a comfortable win over Hungary. Daniil Barysevich (206-SF) posted 23 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Aliaksei Navoichyk (190-G-01) added 18 points for Belarus. Vincent Valerio-Bodon (200-F-01) replied with 18 points for Hungary.
Portugal - Sweden 74-77
Sweden outlasted Portugal to record the third win in a row in Oradea. Sweden accounted for a 39:35 halftime lead. Portugal surged ahead in the third quarter. They established a 6-point advantage heading into the fourth term. But Sweden poured in 26 points in the final stanza to snatch the win. Alan Brzezinski (187-G-01) netted 14 points, while Pelle Larsson (189-SG-01) accounted for 13 points in the win. Frederico Chaves (185-SG-01) replied with 18 points for Portugal.
Kosovo - Austria 79-92
Austria defeated Kosovo to take the first win at the championship. Kosovo built a 23:19 lead after ten minutes of action. But Austria dominated in the next three periods and snatched the victory. Elias Podany (183-G-02) stepped up with 18 points, while Simon Marek (180-G-01) and David Makivic (192-PG-01) netted 16 points each for Austria. Donat Rexhepi (195-SF-02) answered with 20 points for Kosovo.
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Group ABelgium - Bulgaria 80-68
Belgium recorded the second consecutive win in Group A. They toppled Bulgaria behind 19 points from Aaron Verstraete (200-SF-01). Bulgaria recorded a 24:20 lead after ten minutes. But Belgium used a 29:13 run in the second term to secure a 49:37 halftime lead. Belgium held Bulgaria to just 11 points in the fourth frame to rally to the victory. Elijah Tshibangu (191-SF-02) had 16 points for the winning side. Mihail Moldov (193-F/G-01) answered with 14 points and 10 rebounds for Bulgaria.
Poland - Romania 66-52
Mateusz Kaszowski (185-PG-01) tallied 12 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists to lead Poland past Romania. Poland used a 37:16 run in the second and third periods to surge ahead for good. Kacper Marchewka had 8 points for the winners. Luca-Bogdan Domocos (201-F-02) and Mihai-Nicolae Carcoana (207-C-02) replied with 15 points each for Romania.
Estonia - Switzerland 64-60
Estonia edged Switzerland for the second straight win in Oradea. Estonia posted 43:30 halftime lead and hung on throughout the second half to secure the victory. Ran-Andre Pehka posted 13 points, while Kaspar Lootus (202-F-01) added 10 points in the win. Thomas Salman (189-SG-01) replied with 13 points for Switzerland.
Group BIreland - Slovakia 89-57
Ireland cruised past Slovakia for the first win in Oradea. Ireland grabbed a 46:31 halftime lead. They followed with a strong 43:26 second half run to seal the victory. Matthew Harper (182-PG-01) delivered 16 points, while Sanmi Fajana (200-C-01) added 15 points for Ireland. Filip Rakai (184-SF-01) replied with 16 points for Slovakia.
Ukraine - North Macedonia 71-73
North Macedonia topped Ukraine to improved at 2-0 record in Group B. North Macedonia eked out a 40:38 halftime lead. They held Ukraine to just 10 points in the third term to take a 5-point lead. Ukraine sank 23 points in the fourth term but could not escape the loss. Andrej Jakimovski (200-F-01) produced 21 points and 11 rebounds, while Lejson Zekiri (203-C-01) added 12 points for the winners. Maksym Shulga (190-G-02) answered with 21 points and 16 rebounds for Ukraine.
Georgia - Denmark 85-40
Georgia recorded the second win in a row in Romania. They cruised past Denmark to stay perfect. Nikoloz Gaprindashvili (198-G/F-02) netted 15 points, while Rati Andronikashvili (193-PG-01) accounted for 14 points in the victory. Andreas Mortensen (191-G-01) replied with 14 points for Denmark.
Group CCzech Republic - Iceland 103-65
Czech Republic eased past Iceland to improve at 2-0 record on top of the ladder. Nikolaos Noumeros (195-G/F-01) provided 16 points for the winners. Czech Republic accumulated a 52:22 halftime advantage. Czech Republic added 51 points in the second half and raced to the win. Frantisek Rylich (190-G/F-02) delivered 13 points for Czech Republic. Thorvaldur Arnason (195-F-02) answered with 14 points for Iceland.
Bosnia - Norway 69-63
Bosnia earned the second consecutive win in Group C as they defeated Norway. Deni Radak (200-F-01) scored 15 points and grabbed 7 rebounds for the winners. Bosnia accumulated a 34:30 halftime lead. Bosnia followed with a 21:12 run in the third term to clear off for good. Harun Huseinspahic (195-G-01) added 9 points for Bosnia. Reidar Greve (184-PG-02) replied with 18 points for Norway.
Israel - Luxembourg 100-31
Israel crushed Luxembourg to take 2-0 record in Group C. Israel built a 56:9 halftime lead and cruised to the victory in the second half. Tal Or Peled and Gilad Levy (215-C-02) notched 12 points each for Israel. Timo Tani (180-PG-01) answered with 8 points for Luxembourg.
Group DSweden - Kosovo 76-60
Sweden rallied past Kosovo for the second straight win at the tournament. Sweden piled up a 43:34 halftime lead. They followed with a 26:16 run in the fourth term to celebrate victory. Romeo Myrthil (181-PG-02) connected for 20 points, while Pelle Larsson (189-SG-01) added 15 points and 12 rebounds for Sweden. Albin Berisha (186-PG-02) and Erhan Sholla (197-SF-01) answered with 10 points each for Kosovo.
Hungary - Portugal 62-73
Portugal overcame Hungary to gain 2-0 record in Group D. Hugo Morais (200-F-02) stepped up with 22 points for the winners. Portugal used a key 20:10 third period run to clear off for good. Tomas Dias (194-F-01) chipped in 14 points for Portugal. David Fekete (200-PF-01) answered with 16 points for Hungary.
Belarus - Austria 82-59
Belarus knocked down Austria to improve at 1-1 record in Group D. Belarus recorded a 43:28 halftime lead. They followed with a 19:5 run in the fourth quarter to secure the victory. Daniil Barysevich (206-SF) and Kiryl Tsetserukou (200-SF-01) accounted for 19 points apiece in the victory. Elvir Jakupovic (182-SG-01) answered with 17 points for Austria.
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Eurobasket.com All-European Championships U18 Division C Awards 2019 - Aug 6, 2019
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MVP: Jordan Ratton (196-C-01) of Monaco
Best Guard: Sergi Serrato (171-PG-02) of Andorra
Best Forward: Alejandro Garcia (198-F-90) of Gibraltar
Best Center: Jordan Ratton (196-C-01) of Monaco
1st Team
PG: Sergi Serrato (171-PG-02) of Andorra
G/F: Aineas Jung (204-G/F-02) of Cyprus
F: Vincent Vermillac (181-F-01) of Monaco
F/C: Alejandro Garcia (198-F/C-01) of Gibraltar
C: Jordan Ratton (196-C-01) of Monaco
Honorable Mention
Giseld Ndreca (193-SG-01) of Albania
Antreas Pafitis (190-SG-01) of Cyprus
Rafael Aradas (188-G-01) of Gibraltar
Matthew Scerri (175-SG-02) of Malta
Tommaso Felici (196-C-01) of San Marino
Stanislav Cocorev (178-PG-01) of Moldova
Aleksey Chizhenok (198-C-01) of Armenia
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SEMISCyprus - San Marino 77-57
Cyprus outscored San Marino to reach the title game in Andorra. Cyprus trailed by three points at halftime 32:35. But they used a 45:22 second half run to seal the winning outcome. Ivan Bolshakov (198-C-01) delivered 20 points and 13 rebounds for Cyprus. Antreas Pafitis (190-SG-01) added 18 points for Cyprus. Francesco Palmieri (168-SG-02) netted 15 points and grabbed 8 rebounds for San Marino.
Albania - Monaco 62-82
Monaco advanced into the championship game. They beat Albania in the semifinal clash tonight. Monaco piled up a 40:27 halftime lead. Monaco went on a 31:23 rally in the fourth term to seal the win. Charles Da Silva (187-G-02) Silva recorded 23 points, while Nils Gasser (174-G-01) and Jordan Ratton (196-C-01) added 16 points each for the winning side. Hidajet Elezi (192-F-01) answered with 14 points for Albania.
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Group AMonaco - Moldova 88-51
Monaco claimed the second win in Andorra as they breezed past Moldova tonight. Charles Da Silva stepped up with 19 points, while Jordan Ratton (196-C-01) added 15 points and 11 rebounds for Monaco. Stanislav Cocorev (178-PG-01) provided 12 points for Moldova.
Andorra - Cyprus 51-65
Cyprus rolled past Andorra to record the third straight win in Group A. Cyprus ensured a 39:24 halftime lead and coasted to the victory in the second half. Aineas Jung (204-G/F-02) stepped up with 24 points and 14 boards for Cyprus. Albert Pons (196-F/G-01) netted 10 points for Andorra.
Group BAlbania - Gibraltar 84-76
Albania held off Gibraltar to secure the fourth consecutive win in Group B. Albania recorded a 42:38 halftime lead. They boosted the margin at 7-point mark at the final intermission and held on to the lead throughout the fourth frame. Giseld Ndreca (193-SG-01) accounted for 21 points, 8 assists and 7 rebounds for Albania. Alejandro Garcia (198-F/C-01) netted 15 points and collected 18 rebounds for Gibraltar.
Malta - San Marino 62-58
Malta defeated San Marino but could not leapfrog those in the ladder. Malta claimed a massive 18:1 lead ten minutes into the game. San Marino however bounced back in the next two periods to turn the deficit into a 2-point lead. Malta used a 19:13 run in the final quarter to snatch the win but finished just third in Group B. Nathan Xuereb (171-SF-01) produced 19 points and 9 rebounds, while Miguel Brincat (165-F-02) added 14 points for Malta. Tommaso Felici (196-C-01) answered with 25 points and 13 rebounds for San Marino.
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Group BGibraltar - Malta 69-59
Gibraltar held off Malta to record the second win in Group B. They topped Malta for 2-1 record. Gibraltar gained a 28:23 halftime lead. They poured in 41 points in the second half and rallied to the win. Alejandro Garcia (198-F/C-01) provided 24 points and 21 rebounds, while Rafael Aradas (188-G-01) added 20 points for the winners. Matthew Scerri (175-SG-02) replied with 16 points and 10 rebounds for Malta.
San Marino - Armenia 72-60
San Marino improved at 2-1 record in Andorra as they beat Armenia. San Marino recorded a 41:32 halftime lead. They boosted the gap at 15-point mark at the final break and never looked back en route to the win. Tommaso Felici (196-C-01) provided 24 points and 11 rebounds, while Edoardo Pasolini (181-SG-02) added 16 points for San Marino. Alex Alen (175-PG-01) answered with 15 points for Armenia.
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Group AMoldova - Cyprus 38-90
Cyprus knocked down Moldova to improve at 2-0 record in Group A. Cyprus grabbed a 49:18 halftime lead. Cyprus followed with a 41-point second half effort to seal the win. Aineas Jung (204-G/F-02) provided 18 points, while Nikolaos Papadimitriou (184-G-02) had 12 points for the winners. Stanislav Cocorev (178-PG-01) replied with 14 points for Moldova.
Monaco - Andorra 81-53
Monaco outscored Andorra for the first victory at the tournament. Monaco piled up a 38:28 halftime lead. Monaco used a 24:12 run in the fourth term to seal the victory. Jordan Ratton (196-C-01) came up with 28 points and 19 rebounds, while Nicolas Vanel (168-SG-03) added 22 points for Monaco. Sergi Serrato (171-PG-02) and Eric Perez replied with 10 points each for Andorra.
Group BArmenia - Gibraltar 57-69
Gibraltar overcame Armenia for 1-1 record in Group B. Gibraltar eked out a 29:27 halftime lead. Gibraltar went on a 25:16 run in the fourth quarter to ice the win. Alejandro Garcia (198-F/C-01) notched 19 points and 12 rebounds, while Jamie Mesilio (169-F-01) added 15 points and 15 rebounds in the win. Aleksey Chizhenok (198-C-01) replied with 21 points and 15 rebounds for Armenia.
Malta - Albania 67-80
Albania knocked down Malta behind 30 points from Giseld Ndreca. Samuel Skendaj (197-C-01) added 23 points and 16 rebounds in the win. Malta led by 6 points at the big break. But Albania responded with a 41:22 second half rally to ensure the winning outcome. Matthew Scerri (175-SG-02) netted 19 points for Malta.
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Group BGibraltar - San Marino 49-72
San Marino rallied past Gibraltar to take 1-1 record in Group B. San Marino accumulated a 39:29 halftime lead. They followed with a 23:9 run in the third term to clear off for good. Tommaso Felici (196-C-01) posted 23 points and 16 rebounds, while Edoardo Pasolini (181-SG-02) added 13 points for the winners. Alejandro Garcia (198-F/C-01) replied with 17 points and 9 rebounds for Gibraltar.
Albania - Armenia 77-57
Albania knocked down Armenia to gain 2-0 record in Group B. Albania recorded a 49:21 halftime lead. Albania maintained the lead throughout the second half and rallied to the victory. Elian Memcaj (192-SG-02) recorded 23 points, while Samuel Skendaj (197-C-01) added 12 points for Albania. Davit Karamyan (188-SG-00) replied with 14 points for Armenia.
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