In the W-Coupe Fillettes 1/2 final, Résidence Walferdange (RES) narrowly defeated Sparta Bertrange (SPA) with a score of 69-64. The game was tightly contested, with both teams exchanging leads throughout the quarters. Sparta Bertrange started strong, leading 22-12 after the first quarter. However, RES responded with a 21-12 run in the second quarter, leveling the game at halftime.
Jill Stoltz was instrumental for RES, scoring 26 points, while Rachel Grivet contributed 15 points. Maella Fatima Faye added 14 points. Stoltz, at 13 years old and standing tall, played a crucial role in maintaining RES's momentum, especially during the third quarter when RES outscored SPA 19-14.
For SPA, Quineth Safira Zaal led the charge with 17 points, and Charlotte Devitt added 16 points. Annabel Maria Mason Mateos, despite fouling out, scored 13 points and was a key player until her exit. SPA's Anaé Sacaze and Kleio Chatzinikoli also made significant contributions.
The fourth quarter saw RES maintaining their lead, despite SPA's efforts to close the gap. RES's defense held strong, preventing SPA from overtaking them. This victory marks RES's continuation in the competition, while SPA will need to regroup after this close contest. Both teams displayed resilience, but RES's ability to capitalize on crucial moments secured their win.
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