LunagisthubD’Tigress Make History with Fifth Consecutive AfroBasket Title
Nigeria’s D’Tigress have etched their names in history by winning an unprecedented fifth consecutive AfroBasket title. The team displayed resilience and composure in a tense showdown against Mali, edging them out 78-64 to claim their seventh AfroBasket title.
The D’Tigress have dominated African women’s basketball, winning 29 consecutive games without a single loss since 2015. Despite a slow start, the team regrouped in the second quarter and headed into halftime with the scores level at 41-41. A standout performance by Amy Okonkwo and Ezinne Kalu was critical to ensuring that the D’Tigress retain the title.
– Amy Okonkwo contributed 19 points on the night
– Ezinne Kalu delivered 20 points, including several crucial baskets in the second and third quarters
The D’Tigress had to dig deep to defeat Senegal 75-68 in a hotly-contested game to qualify for the final against Mali. The team’s determination and skill paid off, as they claimed their historic fifth consecutive AfroBasket title.
The D’Tigress’s victory is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and teamwork. As they celebrate this achievement, they continue to inspire a new generation of young athletes and solidify their position as one of the top teams in African women’s basketball.
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