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Game Updates

July 18, 2024

Mali Fall to Japan in 3rd Straight U17 Women's World Cup Defeat, 100-60

Game Review: Mali, Africa's eight-time U16 champions, are out of the FIBA U17 Women's Basketball World Cup 2024 after a 100-60 defeat to Japan in the round of 16. Japan's dominant performance, led by Otoha Goto and Sara Yamada, saw them capitalize on Mali's turnovers to secure the victory.

Development

July 18, 2024

Smooth Sailing on Day 3 in Madagascar at FIBA Africa's Mini Basketball

After Day 3 in Kinjia Barea, all coaches are even more motivated to continue with this experience as they continue to share their knowledge and collaborate with other coaches from other countries.

Game Updates

July 17, 2024

Egypt Crushed by Chinese Taipei in FIBA U17 Women's World Cup Showdown

Game Review: Egypt's hopes were dashed as Chinese Taipei secured their first-ever win, defeating the FIBA U16 African Championship finalists 69-45. Egypt now faces an uphill battle against reigning champions and tournament favourites USA in the round of 16.

Game Updates

July 17, 2024

Mali Crumbles Against New Zealand: 84-47 Blowout Ends Group Phase Hopes!

Game Review: The FIBA U17 Women's Basketball World Cup 2024 group phase ended with Mali falling 84-47 to New Zealand. Bailey Flavell led with 19 points. Despite solid performances from Diarra and Samake, Mali now faces Japan in the round of 16 after finishing third in Group B.

Tournament News

July 17, 2024

FIBA Zone 1 U18 AfroBasket Qualifiers: Tournament Review

Morocco's U18 teams triumph in the FIBA Zone 1 AfroBasket Qualifiers, securing a historic first-time qualification for the women and a dominant victory for the men. The tournament showcased thrilling matches and Morocco's strong presence, setting the stage for the U18 AfroBasket competition in South Africa.

Weekly Updates

July 16, 2024

FIBA Africa Zone 6 Weekly Review: 16/072024

Your weekly dose of FIBA Africa Zone 6 News: Zimbabwe and South Africa named CUCSA champions, Zimbabwe Road To BAL team confirmed, Malawi’s Bravehearts conclude invitational tournament, South Africa: BSA and BNL still at an impasse.

Game Updates

July 16, 2024

Mali's Second Quarter Collapse & Poor Shooting Dooms them Against Italy

Game Report: Mali lost 85-51 to Italy in the FIBA U17 Women's Basketball World Cup 2024. Despite a strong start, Mali's poor shooting and a disastrous second quarter allowed Italy to dominate. Couda Keita led Mali with 13 points. Mali will face New Zealand in their final Group B match.

Game Updates

July 16, 2024

Egypt Obliterated by France 98-52 in U17 Women's World Cup Game Day 2 Mauling

Game Report: Egypt faced a crushing 98-52 defeat against France. Despite Khadiga Abouelghait's 14 points, Egypt struggled against the second-ranked team, highlighting the disparity in quality. France's dominance was clear, with solid performances from their starting five and bench, outmatching Egypt.

Weekly Updates

July 15, 2024

FIBA Africa Zone 4 Weekly Review: 11/07/2024

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 4 News: A comprehensive review of the latest events and significant updates from the basketball scene in Cameroon, including a detailed look at the Cameroon Basketball Federation's upcoming Open Door Day, which will be held in France on July 20th, 2024.

Game Updates

July 15, 2024

Mali Squeeze Past Mexico 62-61 in Scrappy FIBA U17 Women's World Cup Opener

Game Report: Mali narrowly defeated Mexico 62-61 in their opening game, with Hatoumata Singare's 12-point and 16-rebound double-double and record-tying offensive rebounds proving pivotal despite Mexico's strong comeback efforts.

Game Updates

July 15, 2024

Egypt Exposed & Dominated by Canada on Day 1 of U17 FIBA Women's World Cup

Game Report: Egypt's U17 Women's team, the 2023 FIBA U16 African Championship finalists, lost 95-44 to Canada in their FIBA U17 World Cup opener. Agot Makeer led Canada with 28 points, while Savannah Swords added 17 points, 19 rebounds, and 7 steals.

Tournament News

July 14, 2024

FIBA U18 AfroBasket Zone 1 Qualifiers: Tunisian Perfection Leads to Finals

On Day 3, the host nation, Tunisia, capitalised on the advantages of playing at home, propelling both the men's and women's teams to the Zone 1 finals. This success brings them closer to qualifying for the 2024 FIBA U18 AfroBasket Championships in Madagascar.

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Game Updates

Mali Fall to Japan in 3rd Straight U17 Women's World Cup Defeat, 100-60

Development

Smooth Sailing on Day 3 in Madagascar at FIBA Africa's Mini Basketball

Game Updates

Egypt Crushed by Chinese Taipei in FIBA U17 Women's World Cup Showdown

Game Updates

Mali Crumbles Against New Zealand: 84-47 Blowout Ends Group Phase Hopes!

Tournament News

FIBA Zone 1 U18 AfroBasket Qualifiers: Tournament Review

Weekly Updates

FIBA Africa Zone 6 Weekly Review: 16/072024

Game Updates

Mali's Second Quarter Collapse & Poor Shooting Dooms them Against Italy

Game Updates

Egypt Obliterated by France 98-52 in U17 Women's World Cup Game Day 2 Mauling

Weekly Updates

FIBA Africa Zone 4 Weekly Review: 11/07/2024

Game Updates

Mali Squeeze Past Mexico 62-61 in Scrappy FIBA U17 Women's World Cup Opener

Game Updates

Egypt Exposed & Dominated by Canada on Day 1 of U17 FIBA Women's World Cup

Tournament News

FIBA U18 AfroBasket Zone 1 Qualifiers: Tunisian Perfection Leads to Finals