In a closely contested game in the M-U14 Division 3: Phase finale, Sparta Bertrange B (SPAB) edged out BC Mess (MES) with a final score of 80-74. The game saw significant contributions from several key players on both sides, with the match remaining competitive throughout.
SPAB started strong, taking a narrow lead of 24-22 in the first quarter. The second quarter saw SPAB extend their lead to 41-33 by halftime, thanks in part to the efforts of Batu Polad, who scored consistently throughout the game. Polad, a 13-year-old player from Turkey, was instrumental in maintaining SPAB's momentum, scoring multiple points in succession during critical moments.
BC Mess fought back in the third quarter, narrowing the gap with a 22-14 run, led by Nils Muller, who scored 24 points overall. Muller, a 12-year-old player, showcased his scoring ability, contributing significantly to his team's efforts. Despite his performance, MES couldn't overcome SPAB's lead.
The fourth quarter was decisive, with SPAB managing to hold onto their advantage. Rafael Ferreira and Vasileios Paspaltzis also played crucial roles for SPAB, each contributing to the team's scoring and maintaining defensive pressure. Rafael, aged 11, showed remarkable poise under pressure.
The game was marked by strategic timeouts and player rotations, with both coaches making adjustments to counter the opposition's strengths. Despite a valiant effort from BC Mess, SPAB's consistent scoring and defensive efforts secured their victory.
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