NEWSDefending champions France collected their third bronze medal of the Termosteps U16 European Championship Women by running away from up-starts Sweden 73-44 in the Third Place Game. Jenny Fouasseau and Eléonore Grossemy paced France with 16 points each as Arnaud Guppillotte's side added 2008 bronze to third-place finishes in 1997 and 1999; gold in 2001 and 2007; and 2005 silver. |
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Adja Konteh scored 14 points and spearheaded a decisive 12-0 fourth quarter run as France fought off Belgium 72-63 to remain undefeated at the Termosteps U16 European Championship Women. France clinched first place in the Qualifying Round Group E at 5-0 record with Eléonore Grossemy collecting 12 points and 11 rebounds while Hélèna Akmouche had 13 points and Florine Basque chipped in 11 rebounds. |
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More HeadlinesEmel Güler scored two baskets in the final 14 seconds as Turkey remained alive for the semi-finals of the Termosteps U16 European Championship Women with a thrilling 62-59 victory over Belgium. Güler had 12 points and 14 rebounds and Olcay Cakir collected 13 points, seven rebounds, four assists and five steals in improving Turkey's record to 2-2 in the Qualifying Round Group E. |
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Belgium's defense overwhelmed Lithuania for a 75-46 victory in the Qualifying Round Group E as Belgium remained undefeated at the Termosteps U16 European Championship Women. Julie Vanloo poured in 17 points and handed out five assists while Inge Meylemans added 13 points and Emma Meesseman had 10 points in leading Belgium to a 3-0 record. |
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