Spain celebrate title in Matosinhos - Jul 17, 2017
FINAL
Slovenia - Spain 63-73 Spain celebrated the Gold medals in Matosinhos. They outscored Slovenia in the exciting Final. Angela Salvadores (178-PG-97, college: Duke, agency: ProDep Management) provided 19 points to lead the champions. The victory marked the fifth triumph for the Spanish team in the last six editions of the championship. Spain grabbed a 20:15 lead after the opening quarter. Slovenia pulled within a single point at halftime 36:37. Spain however held their opponents to just 11 points in the third term to boost the lead at 7-point mark. Spain dropped 19 points in the fourth period and got away with the win. Maria Perez delivered 17 points and 13 rebounds, while Maria Conde (187-F-97, college: Florida St.) added 14 points for Spain. Annamaria Prezelj (177-SG-97, agency: Lebedintsev Andriy) responded with 17 points for Slovenia. Zala Friskovec (174-G-99) had 14 points in the losing effort.
3-4 Place
France - Russia 59-80 Russia rallied past France to conquer Bronze medals in Matosinhos. Yulia Kozik (176-SG-97) came up with 18 points to pace the winners. France ensured an 18:11 lead after the opening frame. Russia however bounced back with a 26:16 rally in the second period. They followed with a 27:11 run in the third quarter to to boost the margin at 19-point mark. Russia controlled the tempo in the final quarter and marched to the podium. Evgeniya Frolkina (182-SF-97) netted 14 points in the win. Ornella Bankole (181-SF-97) responded with 17 points and 11 boards for les Bleues.
5-6 Place
Hungary - Italy 78-73 Hungary clinched the fifth overall position as they beat Italy in the final day of the championship. Debora Dubei (183-SF-97) scored 23 points and pulled down 10 rebounds for the winners. Italy piled up a 36:31 halftime advantage. Hungary however responded with 47:37 second half run to sneak past their opponents. Nina Aho (177-PG-97) recorded 18 points for the winning side. Mariella Santucci (175-G-97) responded with 21 points for Italy.
7-8 Place
Belgium - Latvia 72-52 Belgium coasted past Latvia to end up in the seventh position. Betty Mununga (181-F/C-97) recorded 19 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side. Belgium accumulated a 24:17 lead ten minutes into the game. Latvia narrowed the gap at halftime 37:33. Belgium used an 18:3 run in the third term to clear off for good. Serena-Lynn Geldof (197-C-97) had 14 points and 17 rebounds in the victory. Paula Strautmane (185-PF-97) responded with 13 points and 7 rebounds for Latvia.
9-10 Place
Serbia - Poland 67-59 Jovana Nogic posted 23 points and 7 assists to lead Serbia past Poland in Matosinhos. Poland secured a 17:11 lead after the opening frame. But Serbia went on a 21:10 rally in the second term to take a 32:27 halftime advantage. They protected the lead throughout the second half and rallied to the win. Snezana Bogicevic (177-SG-97) accounted for 14 points in the victory. Zuzanna Puc (187-PF-97) answered with 20 points and 12 rebounds for Poland.
11-12 Place
Portugal - Sweden 48-52 Sweden held off Portugal to finish 11th in Matosinhos. Emilia Stocklassa (190-C-98) came up with 14 points and 6 rebounds to pace the Scandinavian team. Portugal enjoyed a 28:23 halftime lead. Sweden pulled within 3 points at the final intermission. They used a 16:9 run in the fourth frame to seal the victory. Sofia Hagg (169-G-97) and Crystel Bittar (170-PG-98) delivered 11 points each for the winners. Carolina Goncalves (174-F-97) responded with 11 points for Portugal.
13-14 Place
Lithuania - Holland 56-74 Netherlands fired past Lithuania to stave off relegation. Ilse Kuijt (175-SG-99) stepped up with 26 points, 7 assists and 5 rebounds to lead the Dutch team. Netherlands dominated throughout the bigger part of the game. They accounted for 42:23 halftime lead. Netherlands kept Lithuania at distance throughout the second half and marched to the vital victory. Janis Ndiba (183-F-97) posted 14 points, 17 rebounds and 7 assists in the win. Laura Juskaite (187-C-97) responded with 17 points and 9 boards for Lithuania.
15-16 Place
Bosnia - Turkey 70-81 Turkey secured the 15th position at the championship as they rallied past Bosnia on the final day. Sevgi Uzun (170-PG-97, agency: LBM Management) recorded 34 points and 9 assists to pace the winners. Bosnia grabbed a 37:33 halftime lead. Turkey however erupted for 48 points in the second half and got away with a tough win. Ilayda Guner (186-C-99, agency: LBM Management) netted 27 points and 13 rebounds in the victory. Milina Miseljic (186-PF-98, agency: BeoBasket) responded with 36 points for Bosnia.
Slovenia and Spain advance into Final in Matosinhos - Jul 16, 2017
SEMIFINALS
Slovenia - France 81-75 OT Slovenia beat France in overtime to reach the championship game in Matosinhos. Aleksandra Kroselj (168-PG-99) came up with 22 points to lead the winners. France jumped to a 20:11 lead ten minutes into the game. But Slovenia bounced back with a 19:12 rally in the second term to narrow the gap. Slovenia followed with a 19:16 run in the fourth period to force overtime. They sank 14 points in the extra period and secured the winning outcome. Larisa Ocvirk (184-SF-97) netted 15 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for the winners. Ornella Bankole (181-SF-97) responded with 23 points and 10 rebounds for France.
Spain - Russia 67-55 Spain beat Russia to pave their way into the championship game. Maria Conde (187-F-97, college: Florida St.) scored 15 points to lead the winning side. Spain accumulated a 38:27 halftime advantage. They held Russia to 10 points in the third term to boost the gap at 15-point mark. Russia could not overcome the deficit in the fourth stanza and had to surrender at the end. Angela Salvadores (178-PG-97, college: Duke, agency: ProDep Management) provided 14 points in the victory. Yulia Kozik (176-SG-97) responded with 17 points for Russia.
5-8 Place
Latvia - Italy 87-89 2OT Italy survived a double-overtime drama versus Latvia to celebrate victory in the classification round clash. Guilia Ciavarella posted 26 points to lead the Azzurri. Latvia accumulated a 38:30 halftime lead. Italy responded with a 23:12 run in the third term to surge ahead. Latvia forced overtime but had to yield at the end. Mariella Santucci (175-G-97) tossed in 15 points for Italy. Digna Strautmane (188-PF-98) responded with 29 points and 15 rebounds for Latvia.
Hungary - Belgium 87-66 Hungary coasted past Belgium in the classification round clash. Nina Aho (177-PG-97) stepped up with 17 points to lead the charge. Hungary accumulated a 45:35 halftime advantage. Hungary dominated throughout the second half and secured the winning outcome. Agnes Torok (183-F-98) tossed in 16 points and collected 9 boards in the victory. Laure Resimont (185-F/C-98) replied with 12 points for Belgium.
9-12 Place
Poland - Sweden 57-35 Poland thumped Sweden in the classification round game in Matosinhos. Alicja Szloser (179-SF-97) came up with 10 points to lead the winners. Sweden eked out a 12:11 lead after ten minutes. But Poland used a 16:4 run in the second term to take a 27:16 halftime lead. Poland limited their opponents to just 19 points in the second half and ensured the winning outcome. Zuzanna Puc (187-PF-97) and Klaudia Niedzwiedzka (182-PF-98) tossed in 8 points each for the winners. Emilia Stocklassa (190-C-98) responded with 10 points for Sweden.
Serbia - Portugal 71-62 Serbia outgunned Portugal in Matosinhos today. Aleksandra Katanic (172-PG-97, agency: BeoBasket) posted 22 points and 7 assists for the Balkan team. Portugal grabbed a 14:12 lead after ten minutes. But Serbia outscored the hosts in the next three periods and registered a well-deserved win. Mina Djordjevic (186-PF-99, agency: BeoBasket) had 13 points and 14 boards for the winning side. Carolina Goncalves (174-F-97) responded with 18 points and 8 boards for the hosts.
13-16 Place
Turkey - Holland 72-80 OT Netherlands beat Turkey in overtime in the relegation round. Janis Ndiba (183-F-97) posted 27 points and 16 rebounds to lead the effort. Netherlands enjoyed a 5-point lead heading into the fourth term. But Turkey sank 22 points in the period to force overtime. Netherlands however followed with an 11:3 rally in the extra period to snatch the win. Mia Hordijk (166-PG-00) and Marieke van Schie (178-SG-97) netted 13 points each for the winners. Inci Guclu (200-C-99) replied with 16 points and 7 rebounds for Turkey.
Lithuania - Bosnia 80-77 Lithuania overcame Bosnia in the relegation round and stepped closer to remaining in Division A. Laura Juskaite (187-C-97) delivered 25 points, 13 boards and 7 assists for the Baltic state. Bosnia recorded a 40:37 halftime lead. They extended the advantage to 6 points heading into the fourth quarter. But Lithuania replied with a 25:16 rally in the final term to snatch the victory. Gabija Meskonyte (181-SG-98) delivered 20 points for Lithuania. Jovana Markovic (186-PF-97, agency: BeoBasket) answered with 19 points and 12 rebounds for Bosnia.
Spain, Russia, Slovenia and France reach semifinals in Matosinhos - Jul 14, 2017
QUARTERFINALS
Belgium - Russia 49-56 Russia held off Belgium to advance into the semifinal stage. Elizaveta Shabanova (196-C-97) recorded 13 points and 7 boards to pace the winners. Russia went on a 23:9 run in the opening frame to clear off. Belgium managed to narrow the gap in the following periods but never threatened the margin as Russia marched to the victory. Kristina Safonova (183-F/G-97) netted 9 points for the winners. Laure Resimont (185-F/C-98) responded with 16 points for Belgium.
Spain - Hungary 67-53 Spain outscored Hungary to remain in the title hunt. Maria Perez Araujo (182-F-97) knocked down 21 points and grabbed 11 rebounds for the winners. Spain ensured a 38:34 halftime lead. They ignited a 19:5 rally in the third term to clear off for good. Maria Conde (187-F-97, college: Florida St.) delivered 18 points and 8 boards for the winners. Agnes Studer (168-PG-98, agency: Interperformances) answered with 18 points for Hungary.
Latvia - Slovenia 61-64 Slovenia nipped Latvia to enter the semifinal stage. Zala Friskovec (174-G-99) notched 19 points and 6 rebounds in the winning effort. Latvia established a 38:28 halftime lead. But Slovenia managed to survive the challenge. They went on a 36:23 second half rally to snatch a narrow win. Larisa Ocvirk (184-SF-97) tallied 13 points and 7 rebounds in the victory. Laura Grabe (178-F/G-98) responded with 18 points for Latvia.
Italy - France 61-77 France rallied past Italy in the quarterfinal clash. Ornella Bankole (181-SF-97) tallied 24 points and 13 rebounds for les Bleues. France unleashed 32 points in the first period to take a 13-point lead. They followed with a 33:23 second half run to ice the victory. Marie-Paule Foppossi (184-F/C-98) netted 17 points for the winning side. Olbis-Futo Andre responded with 19 points and 13 rebounds for the Azzurri.
9-16 Place
Portugal - Bosnia 80-77 OT Portugal survived an overtime thriller against Bosnia in the classification round. Carolina Goncalves (174-F-97) posted 25 points to lead the hosts. Bosnia entered the fourth term up by three points. But Portugal held their opponents to just 15 points in the quarter to force overtime. The hosts dropped 13 points in the extra period to seal the win. Maianca Umabano (180-F-97) provided 20 points for the winners. Melisa Brcaninovic (185-PF-99, agency: BeoBasket) responded with 36 points, 8 assists and 6 boards for Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Lithuania - Serbia 73-79 Serbia upset Lithuania to avoid relegation round. Jovana Nogic (181-G-97) came up with 33 points to pace the winners. Lithuania recorded a 25:19 lead after ten minutes. Serbia pulled within a single point at halftime 40:39. Serbia followed with a 22:15 run in the fourth quarter to snatch victory. Snezana Bogicevic (177-SG-97) posted 15 points in the win. Gabija Meskonyte (181-SG-98) tallied 20 points and 12 rebounds for Lithuania.
Sweden - Holland 54-53 Sweden eked out a narrow win over Netherlands to avoid relegation. Emilia Stocklassa (190-C-98) produced 15 points and 7 rebounds to pace the Scandinavian team. Netherlands snatched a 25:23 halftime lead. But Sweden used a 23:10 run in the third term to spur ahead. Netherlands limited their opponents to just 8 points in the final stanza but could not avoid the loss. Gunesh Ozturk chipped in 11 points for Sweden. Laura Westerik (170-G-98) responded with 19 points and 10 rebounds for Netherlands.
Poland - Turkey 77-68 Poland outgunned Turkey in the classification round. Anna Makurat (181-G-00) posted 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the winners. Turkey enjoyed a massive 27:10 lead after the opening frame. They extended the lead at 22-point mark at the interval. But Poland turned things around in the second half. They unloaded 56 points in the second part of the game to get away with a narrow win. Alicja Szloser (179-SF-97) had 18 points in the victory. Sevgi Uzun (170-PG-97, agency: LBM Management) responded with 19 points for Turkey.
Quarterfinals are set in Matosinhos - Jul 13, 2017
Hungary - Serbia 86-72 Hungary held off Serbia to stay in the title race. Agnes Studer (168-PG-98, agency: Interperformances) delivered 24 points, 8 assists and 6 boards to lead the charge. Hungary eked out a 32:31 halftime lead. They however stepped on the gas in the second half. Hungary erupted for 54 points after the long break and sealed the win. Eniko Kuttor (187-PF-97) provided 18 points for Hungary. Serbia answered with 21 points from Jovana Nogic (181-G-97).
Portugal - Belgium 42-67 Belgium outscored Portugal to advance into the quarterfinal stage. Laure Resimont (185-F/C-98) stepped up with 23 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort. Belgium held the hosts to just 18 points in the first half to open a 9-point halftime lead. Belgium added 40 points in the second half to get away with a comfortable win. Laura Henket (183-C-98, agency: LBM Management) produced 15 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Carolina Goncalves (174-F-97) responded with 15 points for Portugal.
Russia - Bosnia 91-65 Russia rallied past Bosnia and Herzegovina to reach the quarterfinal stage. Elizaveta Shabanova (196-C-97) posted 21 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Russia accumulated a 46:32 halftime lead. Russia added 45 points in the second half to seal the win. Anna Arestenok (161-PG-97) produced 12 points in the victory. Melisa Brcaninovic (185-PF-99, agency: BeoBasket) responded with 13 points and 8 boards for Bosnia.
Spain - Lithuania 99-83 Spain cruised past Lithuania in Round of 16 clash. Angela Salvadores (178-PG-97, college: Duke, agency: ProDep Management) posted 23 points to lead the winners. Spain and Lithuania were tied at 47 heading into the second half. However Spain ignited a 29:13 run in the third term to clear off for good. Maria Conde (187-F-97, college: Florida St.) had 19 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Gabija Meskonyte (181-SG-98) responded with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for Lithuania.
Slovenia - Turkey 80-65 Slovenia outscored Turkey in Round of 16. Zala Friskovec (174-G-99) posted 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Slovenia stunned their opponents in the first period. They went on a 38:13 run to clear off. Turkey narrowed the gap in the second half but could not avoid the loss. Annamaria Prezelj (177-SG-97, agency: Lebedintsev Andriy) posted 15 points for Slovenia. Sevgi Uzun (170-PG-97, agency: LBM Management) responded with 16 points for Turkey.
Italy - Sweden 69-46 Italy eased past Sweden en route to the quarterfinal stage. Jasmine Keys (190-C/F-97) came up with 12 points and 6 boards to pace the Azzurri. Italy dominated in the first half. They accumulated a 42:15 halftime lead. Italy kept Sweden at safe distance throughout the second half and marched to the win. Francesca Pan (180-SG-97) posted 11 points and 9 boards for the winners. Adriana Camber (178-F-97) responded with 24 points and 7 rebounds for Sweden.
Holland - France 63-74 France topped Netherlands to stay in the title hunt in Matosinhos. Lisa Berkani (176-SG-97) accounted for 20 points to lead les Bleues. Netherlands grabbed a 41:33 halftime lead. But France turned things around after the long break. les Bleues went on a 41:22 second half rally to seal the win. Maeva Djaldi-Tabdi (187-C-98) tallied 19 points and 18 rebounds in the victory. Janis Ndiba (183-F-97) responded with 19 points and 14 rebounds for Netherlands.
Poland - Latvia 39-66 Latvia coasted past Poland to advance into the quarterfinal stage. Digna Strautmane (188-PF-98) recorded 25 points to lead the Baltic team. Latvia accumulated a 43:14 halftime lead. They protected the lead throughout the second half and raced to the victory. Paula Strautmane (185-PF-97) netted 9 points and grabbed 9 boards in the win. Klaudia Niedzwiedzka (182-PF-98) responded with 9 points for Poland.
Round of 16 is all set in Matosinhos - Jul 11, 2017
Group A
Sweden - Poland 35-65 Poland thumped Sweden to occupy the second position in Group A. Aleksandra Parzenska (185-F/C-97) tallied 15 points and 7 rebounds to lead the winners. Poland held their opponents to just 16 points in the first half to take a 10-point lead. They followed with a 39:19 run in the second half to seal the victory. Zuzanna Puc (187-PF-97) produced 11 points for the winners. Adriana Camber (178-F-97) responded with 9 points for Sweden.
Spain - Belgium 65-36 Spain finished Group A undefeated. They stunned Belgium for the third consecutive victory. Maria Conde (187-F-97, college: Florida St.) accounted for 18 points in the win. Spain grabbed a 27:23 halftime advantage. They followed with a 38:13 run in the second half to ice the victory. Maria Perez Araujo (182-F-97) and Laia Raventos (170-G-97) tossed in 12 points each for the winners. Betty Mununga (181-F/C-97) responded with 14 points and 8 boards for Belgium.
Group B
Latvia - Portugal 67-72 OT Portugal outlasted Latvia in overtime to finish second in Group B. Carolina Goncalves (174-F-97) stepped up with 32 points to pace the winners. Portugal grabbed a 2-point lead heading into the fourth term. But Latvia held their opponents to just 13 points in the fourth quarter to force overtime. Portugal dropped 13 points in the extra period and got away with the win. Isabel Costa (185-PF-97) accounted for 15 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Digna Strautmane (188-PF-98) responded with 20 points for Latvia.
Italy - Lithuania 70-61 Italy raced past Lithuania to improve at 3-0 record on top of Group B. Jasmine Keys (190-C/F-97) delivered 14 points for the Azzurri. Italy piled up a 35:23 halftime lead. Italy protected the advantage throughout the second half and cruised to the victory. Elisa Policari (183-G/F-97) deposited 12 points for Italy. Urte Slavickaite (176-G/F-97) and Agne Bobinaite (181-SF-97) responded with 13 points each for Lithuania.
Group C
Bosnia - Hungary 82-97 Hungary clinched the second position in Group D following a comfortable win over Bosnia. Hungary trailed by four points ten minutes into the game but they unleashed 50 points in the second half to seal the winning outcome. Agnes Studer (168-PG-98, agency: Interperformances) drained 31 points and issued 8 assists for the winners. Virag Weninger (179-SG-97) had 22 points for the Hungarian youngsters. Melisa Brcaninovic (185-PF-99, agency: BeoBasket) responded with 29 points for Bosnia.
France - Slovenia 71-67 France held off Slovenia for 2-1 record in Group C. Lisa Berkani (176-SG-97) posted 18 points for les Bleues. Slovenia and France were tied at 41 after twenty minutes. Slovenia eked out a one-point lead heading into the fourth term. But France responded with a 20:15 run in the final stanza to gain the win. Chloe Mantelin (169-G-97) delivered 15 points for the winners. Marusa Senicar (183-SF-97) responded with 20 points and 8 boards for Slovenia.
Group D
Russia - Holland 86-81 Russia topped Netherlands to improve at 3-0 record on top of Group D. Olga Frolkina (185-PF-97) posted 20 points to lead the winning side. Nethelands stayed in charge throughout the first half. They piled up a 50:41 halftime lead. But Russia turned the tables in the second half. They exploded with 45 points in the second half to seal the win. Yulia Kozik (176-SG-97) provided 17 points in the victory. Marieke van Schie (178-SG-97) and Myrthe Den Heeten (173-G-97) had 12 points apiece in the loss.
Turkey - Serbia 66-62 Turkey held off Serbia to open win count in Group D. Sevgi Uzun (170-PG-97, agency: LBM Management) banked in 21 points to lead the winners. Serbia enjoyed a 21:13 lead after the opening quarter. Turkey pulled within a single point at the interval 38:39. Turkey followed with a 19:12 run in the third quarter to pull ahead. They kept Serbia at bay throughout the fourth stanza to ensure the winning outcome. Inci Guclu (200-C-99) had 14 points and 12 rebounds in the victory. Jovana Nogic (181-G-97) answered with 17 points for Serbia.
Recap of Day 2 in Matosinhos - Jul 9, 2017
Group A
Belgium - Poland 48-70 Poland beat Belgium to gain 1-1 record in Group A. Zuzanna Puc (187-PF-97) nailed 18 points and pulled down 10 boards for the winners. Poland ensured a 39:27 halftime lead. Poland held Belgium to just 21 points in the second half and ran to the victory. Anna Makurat (181-G-00) tossed in 14 points for the winners. Laure Resimont (185-F/C-98) responded with 20 points for Belgium.
Spain - Sweden 87-48 Spain outscored Sweden to improve at 2-0 record in Group A. Paula Ginzo (187-F-98) netted 18 points to lead the winning side. Spain accumulated a 35:23 halftime lead. They poured in 52 points in the second half to secure the winning outcome. Maria Martianez (190-F-97) tossed in 14 points for the winners. Fanny Wadling (186-F-97) and Gunesh Ozturk (168-PG-97) responded with 9 points each for Sweden.
Group B
Lithuania - Portugal 69-71 Portugal eked out a narrow win over Lithuania to improve at 1-1 record in Group B. Carolina Goncalves (174-F-97) posted 21 points to lead the winners. Portugal secured a 42:30 halftime lead. Lithuania narrowed the gap at one-point heading into the final term. But Portugal hung on to snatch a tough victory at the end. Carolina Bernardeco (173-G-97) produced 18 points in the victory. Laurita Jurciute (173-G-96) responded with 25 points for Lithuania.
Italy - Latvia 67-55 Italy registered the second straight victory at the tournament. They held off Latvia to stay perfect in Group B. Olbis-Futo Andre came up with 15 points and 14 rebounds for the Azzurri. Italy grabbed a 21:13 lead after ten minutes. Latvia pulled within two points at the interval 35:33. Italy limited Latvia to just 8 points in the third term to open a 9-point lead at the final intermission. The Azzurri maintained the advantage throughout the fourth stanza and rolled to the victory. Francesca Pan (180-SG-97) had 12 points for the winning side. Digna Strautmane (188-PF-98) replied with 23 points and 8 boards for Latvia.
Group C
Slovenia - Hungary 77-55 Slovenia registered the second straight win in Group C. They stormed past Hungary to remain unbeaten. Annamaria Prezelj (177-SG-97, agency: Lebedintsev Andriy) came up with 25 points to pace the charge. Slovenia dominated in the first half. They established a 48:26 halftime lead. Slovenia protected the lead throughout the second half and marched to the win. Aleksandra Kroselj (168-PG-99) chipped in 18 points for the winners. Agnes Torok (183-F-98) responded with 20 points for Hungary.
France - Bosnia 73-63 France overcame Bosnia to open win count in Matosinhos. France trailed by two points after the opening frame. But they pulled ahead for a 36:34 halftime lead. The teams stayed neck and neck throughout the third term. However les Bleues ignited a 19:10 run in the fourth stanza to ice the win. Maeva Djaldi-Tabdi (187-C-98) provided 16 points and 12 rebounds in the victory. Melisa Brcaninovic (185-PF-99, agency: BeoBasket) answered with 37 points for Bosnia.
Group D
Russia - Turkey 81-51 Russia clinched the second consecutive victory in Matosinhos. They cruised past Turkey to remain on top of Group D. Elizaveta Shabanova (196-C-97) and Nina Glonti provided 11 points each in the win. Russia claimed a 35:17 halftime lead. They followed with a 46-point effort in the second half to coast to the win. Evgeniya Frolkina (182-SF-97) and Ekaterina Osipova (187-C-97) added 10 points each in the victory. Sevgi Uzuri responded with 12 points for Turkey.
Holland - Serbia 72-75 Serbia snatched a narrow win over Netherlands for 1-1 record in Group D. Snezana Bogicevic (177-SG-97) recorded 19 points and 13 rebounds in the win. Serbia jumped to an early lead. They grabbed a 28:15 lead after the opening stanza. But Netherlands used a 26:11 run in the second term to ensure a 41:39 halftime advantage. Netherlands limited Serbia to 9 points in the third term to open a 9-point lead. But Serbia managed to recover. They dropped 27 points in the final quarter and marched to the win. Mina Djordjevic (186-PF-99, agency: BeoBasket) tallied 12 points and 16 rebounds in the victory. Laura Westerik (170-G-98) responded with 14 points for Netherlands.
Eurobasket.com All-European Championships U20 Division B 1st Team 2017
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Best Player: Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) of Germany Best Guard: Ana Petrak (163-G-98) of Croatia Best Forward: Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) of Germany Best Center: Maria Fasoula (6'3''-C-97) of Greece
Division B. Germany, Slovakia and Croatia earn promotion - Jul 16, 2017
FINAL
Germany - Slovakia 60-54 Germany overcame Slovakia to celebrate Division B title. Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) stepped up with 20 points and 6 rebounds to pace the champions. Germany accumulated a 16:8 lead after the opening quarter. Slovakia narrowed the deficit at 4-point mark at the interval. They erased the deficit and pulled ahead in the third term. Slovakia entered the fourth quarter up by two points. However Germany ignited a 19:11 run in the final term to triumph at the end. Patricia Brossmann (183-F-97) and Laura Zdravevska (185-C-97) had 9 points each in the victory. Alexandra Haskova (183-PF-97) responded with 16 points for Slovakia.
3-4 Place
Croatia - Belarus 60-51 Croatia gained Division A promotion. They outscored Belarus to step onto the pedestal in Eilat. Ana Petrak (163-G-98) posted 16 points, 8 assists and 6 rebounds to lead the winners. Croatia ensured a 31:25 halftime lead. They went on a 14:10 run in the fourth period to seal the crucial victory. Anita Kelava (189-PF-97) and Andrea Maric (195-C-97, agency: PEPI SPORT) recorded 12 points each for Croatia. Hanna Brych (184-C-97) and Arina Masko (175-G/F-99) responded with 11 points apiece for Belarus.
5-6 Place
Czech Republic - Greece 67-79 Greece finished 5th in Eilat. They wrapped up the campaign with victory over Czech Republic. Maria Fasoula (190-C-97) notched 30 points and 17 rebounds for the Hellenes. Greece accumulated a 41:29 halftime advantage. They extended the margin at 19-point mark at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the win. Evgenia Kollatou (172-PG-98) had 26 points and 9 assists for Greece. Tereza Sipova (179-SF-97) answered with 20 points and 7 rebounds for Czech Republic.
7-8 Place
United Kingdom - Israel 49-77 Israel coasted past Great Britain to finish the home championship on a winning note. Yarden Danan (178-G-97) and Lev Tal (179-SF-97) posted 16 points each in the victory. Israel piled up a 42:24 halftime advantage. They followed with a 27:12 run in the third term to clear off for good. Lior Halevi (178-F-98) tossed in 11 points for the winners. Melanie George (183-F-97) responded with 16 points and 15 rebounds for Great Britain.
9-10 Place
Ukraine - Romania 92-65 Ukraine finished 9th as they wrapped up the championship with a comfortable win over Romania. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) posted 27 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Ukraine accumulated a 45:27 halftime lead. Ukraine unloaded 47 points in the second half and raced to the win. Yulia Musienko (177-G/F-97) netted 19 points for the winners. Ana Ferariu (175-G-97) and Ioana Ghizila (173-G-97) answered with 14 points each for Romania.
11-12 Place
Ireland - Iceland 54-64 Iceland fired past Ireland to finish in the 11th position at the championship. Thelma Agustsdottir (179-F-98) recorded 14 points and 9 boards to lead the winners. Ireland enjoyed a 21:14 lead ten minutes into the game. But Iceland bounced back with a 25:8 run in the second frame to secure a 39:29 halftime advantage. Iceland held their opponents to just 25 points in the second half and raced to the victory. Thora Jonsdottir (99) provided 12 points and 8 boards in the win. Anna Kelly (168-G-97) responded with 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for Ireland.
Division B. Germany and Slovakia to clash for title in Eilat - Jul 15, 2017
SEMIFINALS
Croatia - Germany 52-70 Germany outgunned Croatia to enter Final in Eilat. Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) came up with 24 points and 6 rebounds to pace the winners. Croatia and Germany were tied at 28 heading into the second half. But Germany spurred ahead in the third term. They used a strong 21:9 run in the fourth stanza to seal the victory. Johanna Klug (189-C-98) tossed in 15 points and pulled down 13 rebounds in the win. Ana Petrak (163-G-98) replied with 15 points, 6 assists and 4 rebounds for Croatia.
Slovakia - Belarus 60-53 Slovakia beat Belarus to advance into championship game in Eilat. Miroslava Mistinova (182-F-97) provided 19 points and 11 rebounds to lead the winners. Slovakia accumulated a 36:25 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 12-point mark at the final break. Belarus could not recover in the fourth term and had to surrender at the end. Laura Horvatova (166-PG-97) and Nikola Kovacikova (175-PG-99) produced 10 points each in the win. Yanina Inkina (188-F-97) responded with 15 points for Belarus.
5-8 Place
Czech Republic - United Kingdom 77-71 Czech Republic held off Great Britain in the classification game. Michaela Gaislerova (179-F-97) and Katerina Rokosova (193-C-97) provided 15 points each for the winners. Czech Republic accumulated a 40:33 halftime advantage. They protected the lead throughout the second half and raced to the victory. Michaela Krejzova (178-F-98) delivered 13 points in the win. Georgia Gayle (170-PG-97) answered with 20 points and 7 assists for Great Britain.
Israel - Greece 58-71 Greece outscored Israel in the classification round in Eilat. Maria Fasoula (190-C-97) provided 23 points and 7 rebounds to pace the Hellenes. Israel jumped to a 36:26 halftime lead. Greece responded with a 25:13 run in the third term to surge ahead. They ignited a 20:9 run in the fourth quarter to ice the win. Evgenia Kollatou (172-PG-98) accounted for 18 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists for the winning side. Lev Tal (179-SF-97) replied with 16 points for Israel.
9-12 Place
Iceland - Romania 44-56 Romania rallied past Iceland in the classification round. Claudia Stan (196-C-97, college: Vincennes Univ.) delivered 16 points and 9 caroms for the winners. Iceland led by as many as six points at the first break. But Romania turned things around with a 33:11 run in the next two periods and got away with the victory. Ioana Ghizila (173-G-97) chipped in 14 points for the winners. Emelia Osk Gunnarsdottir (174-G/F-98) responded with 12 points for Iceland.
Ukraine - Ireland 82-63 Ukraine breezed past Ireland in the classification game. Yulia Musienko (177-G/F-97) stepped up with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists to pace the winners. Ukraine grabbed a 41:27 halftime advantage. They poured in 41 points in the second half to ease to the win. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) recorded 18 points, 15 rebounds and 7 assists in the victory. Anna Kelly (168-G-97) responded with 21 points for Ireland.
Division B. Semifinals are set - Jul 13, 2017
Group A
Czech Republic - Greece 75-73 OT Czech Republic wrapped up their preliminary round on a winning note. They nipped Greece in overtime. Lenka Soukalova (177-PF-97) posted 14 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. The teams were tied at 33 at the interval. Czech Republic surged ahead for a 6-point lead before the fourth term. Greece held their opponents to just 6 points in the next period and forced overtime. Czech Republic sank 12 points in the extra period and got away with a narrow success. Tereza Sipova (179-SF-97) produced 13 points and 8 boards in the win. Maria Fasoula (190-C-97) responded with 18 points and 13 caroms for Greece.
Ukraine - Slovakia 37-57 Slovakia clinched the top position in Group A. They thumped Ukraine for the fourth victory. Miroslava Mistinova (182-F-97) netted 12 points in the win. Slovakia recorded a 36:14 halftime advantage. Ukraine narrowed the deficit in the second half but could not avoid the defeat. Veronika Remenarova (188-F-97) chipped in 11 points in the victory. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) responded with 15 points and 15 rebounds for Ukraine.
Iceland - Germany 36-53 Germany beat Iceland to ensure the second position in Group A. Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) provided 15 points and 7 rebounds in the win. Germany piled up a 29:16 halftime advantage. They followed with a 16:9 run in the fourth term to seal the winning outcome. Patricia Brossmann (183-F-97) and Laura Zdravevska (185-C-97) had 8 points each for the winners. Dyrfinna Arnardottir (173-G-98) and Rosa-Bjork Petursdottir tossed in 7 points each in the loss.
Group B
Belarus - Israel 68-72 Israel beat Belarus to clinch the top position in Group B. Eden Rotberg (167-G-98) produced 20 points for the hosts. They also eliminated Belarus from the title race. Israel ensured a 27:11 lead after ten minutes. Israel maintained the advantage throughout the next two periods. Belarus ignited a 20:8 run in the fourth term but came up short of vital win. Lev Tal (179-SF-97) had 19 points and 8 boards for Israel. Anastasiya Sushchyk (160-PG-97) responded with 20 points, 6 boards and 4 assists for Belarus.
Ireland - Romania 61-69 Romania outgunned Ireland to earn the first victory at the championship. Alina Podar (169-G-97) scored 20 points to lead the winners. Ireland enjoyed a 22:15 lead after ten minutes. But Romania went on a 38:20 run in the next two periods to spur ahead. Ireland outscored Romania in the fourth term but could not avoid the loss. Ioana Ghizila (173-G-97) netted 14 points, grabbed 6 rebounds and issued 6 assists for the winners. Anna Kelly (168-G-97) responded with 14 points and 13 rebounds for Ireland.
Croatia - United Kingdom 72-38 Croatia outgunned Great Britain to secure the top position in Group B. Andrea Maric (195-C-97, agency: PEPI SPORT), Valentina Simunic (175-G-98) and Iva Belosevic (183-SF-97) posted 14 points each to lead the winners. Croatia accounted for a 42:22 halftime lead. They followed with an 18:6 run in the third term to clear off for good. Gabriele Nikitinaite (178-SG-98) responded with 12 points for Great Britain.
Division B. Day 4 in Eilat - Jul 12, 2017
Group A
Greece - Ukraine 70-63 Greece outgunned Ukraine to gain 3-1 record in Group A. Evgenia Kollatou (172-PG-98) produced 23 points, 10 assists and 9 steals for the winners. Greece led by four points at the interval 40:36. Greece held their opponents to just 27 points in the second part of the game and secured the winning outcome. Maria Fasoula (190-C-97) deposited 17 points and 9 boards in the win. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) responded with 17 points and 13 rebounds for Ukraine.
Iceland - Czech Republic 44-55 Czech Republic clinched the second victory in Group A. They overcame Iceland for 2-2 record. Natalie Stoupalova (183-PF-98) posted 18 points and 11 rebounds in the win. Czech Republic accounted for a 31:22 halftime advantage. Czech Republic then held Iceland to just 22 points in the second half and raced to the win. Lucie Hoskova (175-G/F-98) accounted for 10 points in the victory. Thora Jonsdottir (99) responded with 8 points for Iceland.
Germany - Slovakia 42-56 Slovakia secured the third victory in Group A. They edged Germany for 3-1 record. Miroslava Mistinova (182-F-97) came up with 15 points to lead the winners. Germany eked out a 16:12 lead ten minutes into the game. Slovakia however limited their opponents to just 4 points in the second term to take a 33:20 halftime advantage. Slovakia followed with a 16:8 run in the fourth term to seal the win. Tereza Sedlakova (180-F-97) netted 13 points for the winning side. Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) responded with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for Germany.
Group B
United Kingdom - Belarus 58-70 Belarus topped Great Britain for the fourth consecutive win in Eilat. Arina Masko (175-G/F-99) provided 23 points and 7 boards in the victory. Belarus led by a single point at halftime 34:33. They ignited a 36:25 run in the second half to secure the win. Hanna Brych (184-C-97) produced 10 points for the winners. Gabriele Nikitinaite (178-SG-98) responded with 16 points for Great Britain.
Ireland - Croatia 49-83 Croatia eased past Ireland for 3-1 record. Josipa Silov (171-PG-98) notched 17 points in the win. Croatia unloaded 52 points in the first half to pile up an 18-point advantage. They held Ireland to just 15 points in the second half to secure the winning outcome. Andrea Maric (195-C-97, agency: PEPI SPORT) had 15 points and 20 boards for Croatia. Anna Kelly (168-G-97) responded with 12 points and 11 rebounds for Ireland.
Romania - Israel 57-63 Israel secured the third victory in Eilat. They edged Romania in Group B tonight. Lior Halevi (178-F-98) notched 16 points and 9 boards for the hosts. Romania went on a 22:7 run in the second term to gain a 33:19 halftime lead. Israel responded with a 21:10 run in the third quarter to pull within 3 points. The home side followed with a 23:14 run in the fourth term to snatch the victory. Lev Tal (179-SF-97) had 15 points in the win. Ecaterina Amanu and Ioana Ghizila (173-G-97) responded with 14 points each for Romania.
Division B. Day 3 in Eilat - Jul 10, 2017
Group A
Czech Republic - Germany 53-65 Germany clinched the third consecutive victory in Eilat. They beat Czech Republic to remain undefeated. Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) provided 13 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the winners. Germany grabbed a 31:15 halftime lead. They maintained the advantage throughout the second half and raced to the victory. Anna Lappenkuper (173-G-98) tossed in 12 points in the win. Michaela Gaislerova (179-F-97) responded with 18 points for Czech Republic.
Ukraine - Iceland 73-54 Ukraine stormed past Iceland for the opening victory at the championship. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) provided 24 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Ukraine built a 40:28 halftime lead. They went on a 21:8 run in the third term to clear off for good. Kristina Karp (196-C-98) delivered 11 points and 9 boards for the winners. Emelia-Osk Gunnarsdottir responded with 17 points for Iceland.
Slovakia - Greece 51-52 OT Greece registered the second victory in Eilat. They outlasted Slovakia in overtime to improve at 2-1 record. Maria Fasoula (190-C-97) provided 20 points and 8 boards to lead the effort. Slovakia led by 8 points at halftime 24:16. Greece pulled back in front in the third term but Slovakia managed to force overtime. Greece held their opponents to just 4 points in the extra period and got away with a narrow win. Evgenia Kollatou (172-PG-98) and Garyfallia-Paraskevi Ntanou (176-F-97) accounted for 10 points each in the victory. Laura Horvatova (166-PG-97) responded with 11 points for Slovakia.
Group B
Belarus - Ireland 68-42 Belarus coasted past Ireland for the third win in a row in Group B. Natalya Gorbacheva (173-F-99) came up with 16 points for the winners. Belarus secured a 32:21 halftime lead. They limited Ireland to just 21 points in the second half and breezed to the win. Hanna Brych (184-C-97) and Maryia Adashchyk (180-SG-98) netted 10 points apiece for Belarus. Anna Kelly (168-G-97) replied with 11 points and 10 boards for Ireland.
Israel - United Kingdom 88-50 Israel coasted past Great Britain to gain 2-1 record in Group B. The hosts dominated in the first half. Israel accumulated a comfortable 47:17 halftime lead. They never looked back en route to the win. Eden Rotberg (167-G-98) chipped in 19 points for Israel. Allyson Rosenblum (193-F-98) and Yarden Danan (178-G-97) had 15 points each for the winners. Gabriele Nikitinaite (178-SG-98) responded with 18 points and 8 boards for Great Britain.
Croatia - Romania 73-63 Croatia beat Romania for 2-1 record in Group B. Josipa Silov (171-PG-98) delivered 23 points to pace the winning side. Croatia established a 43:38 halftime advantage. Croatia held their opponents to just 25 points in the second half and marched to the victory. Andrea Maric (195-C-97, agency: PEPI SPORT) tallied 17 points and 17 rebounds in the win. Alina Podar (169-G-97) responded with 23 points for Romania.
Division B. Day 2 in Eilat - Jul 9, 2017
Group A
Iceland - Slovakia 36-68 Slovakia registered the second straight win in Group A. They topped Iceland to stay perfect in Eilat. Linda Dubenova (188-PF-98) came up with 12 points for the winners. Slovakia recorded a 33:16 halftime lead. Slovakia limited their opponents to just 20 points in the second half and rallied to a comfortable win. Alexandra Haskova (183-PF-97) provided 11 points in the victory. Thelma Agustsdottir (179-F-98) responded with 12 points for Iceland.
Czech Republic - Ukraine 79-60 Czech Republic opened win count in Eilat. They toppled Ukraine for 1-1 record. Michaela Gaislerova (179-F-97) banked in 19 points for the winners. Ukraine enjoyed a narrow 23:21 lead ten minutes into the game. But Czech Republic took over in the next periods. They stormed ahead for a 41:35 halftime lead. Czech Republic boosted the lead to 13 points at the final intermission and never looked back en route to the win. Michaela Krejzova deposited 13 points for the winners. Olga Yatskovets (183-C-97) responded with 16 points and 8 caroms for Ukraine.
Germany - Greece 67-65 Germany celebrated the second straight victory in Group A. They eked out a narrow win over Greece. Johanna Klug (189-C-98) provided 18 points and 12 rebounds in the win. Germany established a 32:30 halftime lead. Greece erased the deficit in the third term. They tied things up at 49 heading into the fourth quarter. Germany however managed to pull away with a narrow victory at the end. Satou Sabally (189-F/C-98) tossed in 15 points for the winners. Maria Fasoula (190-C-97) responded with 25 points for Greece.
Group B
Ireland - Israel 50-79 Israel cruised past Ireland to open win count in Eilat. Eden Rotberg (167-G-98) posted 16 points for the hosts. Israel left no chance for their opponents. The hosts grabbed a 41:18 halftime lead and never looked back en route to the victory. Noga Pelc and Yarden Danan (178-G-97) had 11 points each for Israel. Anna Kelly (168-G-97) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds for Ireland.
Croatia - Belarus 72-79 Belarus rolled past Croatia for the second win in a row in Group B. Hanna Brych (184-C-97) produced 19 points in the victory. Belarus stayed in front throughout the first half. They grabbed a 43:31 halftime lead. Croatia narrowed the deficit in the second half but could not avoid the loss. Yanina Inkina (188-F-97) and Katsiaryna Rybalka (182-F-98) provided 14 points apiece for Belarus. Tihana Stojsavljevic (186-PF-97) answered with 19 points and 10 rebounds for Croatia.
Romania - United Kingdom 48-74 Great Britain posted the second consecutive win in Eilat. They cruised past Romania in Group B. Gabriele Nikitinaite (178-SG-98) and Georgia Gayle (170-PG-97) came up with 20 points each for the winners. Great Britain ensured an 18:12 lead at the first break. Romania narrowed the gap at 3 points at the interval. But Great Britain turned things around in the second half. They ignited a 46:23 run after the big break to secure the winning outcome. Ana Ferariu (175-G-97) responded with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for Romania.
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