In the W-U19 Division 1: Phase finale, Rësidence Walferdange secured a victory over AB Contern with a final score of 89-76. The game, held at Walfer/Ho1, saw Rësidence Walferdange take an early lead, finishing the first quarter ahead 28-20. The second quarter was evenly matched, with both teams scoring 20 points, maintaining Rësidence's lead at halftime.
Rësidence Walferdange's Leisha Burridge was a standout performer, contributing 41 points, including six three-pointers, making a significant impact on the game's outcome. Kathryn Jo Missavage also played a crucial role, scoring 28 points and demonstrating consistent performance throughout the game. For AB Contern, Kate Weidokal led the scoring with 26 points, while Lisa Dadsi added 18 points, showing resilience despite the team's loss.
In the third quarter, Rësidence Walferdange extended their lead, outscoring AB Contern 23-15, with Burridge and Missavage continuing to dominate the court. AB Contern attempted a comeback in the fourth quarter, scoring 21 points to Rësidence's 18, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit.
AB Contern's struggles in this phase finale are evident as they remain winless in the competition, holding the sixth position in the classification. In contrast, Rësidence Walferdange's victory marked their fourth win in eight games, moving them up to the third position. This game highlighted Rësidence's ability to maintain composure and capitalize on scoring opportunities, especially through Burridge's exceptional shooting performance.
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