In the W-U16 Division 2: Phase finale game, Racing Luxembourg (RAC) secured a victory over Arantia Larochette (ARA) with a final score of 78-63. The game began with Arantia Larochette taking an early lead, finishing the first quarter ahead 21-14. However, Racing Luxembourg responded strongly in the second quarter, outscoring Arantia 16-8, which allowed them to take a narrow lead into halftime.
The third quarter saw Racing Luxembourg extend their advantage, thanks to a balanced scoring effort. Caroline Charles was instrumental for RAC, contributing 21 points. Louise Massard also made a significant impact with 20 points, showcasing her scoring ability throughout the game. For Arantia Larochette, Mara Ronkar was a standout performer, scoring 21 points and keeping her team competitive.
In the fourth quarter, Racing Luxembourg continued to build on their lead, with Sofia Lorenzo Zaragoza adding crucial points. Viktoriia Lukianenko, despite fouling out, played a key role in maintaining RAC's defensive intensity. The game was marked by a series of scoring runs, particularly by RAC, who managed to pull away decisively in the final minutes.
Arantia Larochette's Clara Walter also had a notable performance, scoring 19 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the balanced attack of Racing Luxembourg. The victory for RAC was important for their classification, as they were previously ranked fourth in the division.
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