Canada and USA advance into title game in Mexico City

- August 7, 2018

POSTED BY: Eurobasket News

Christina Morra

SEMIS

Argentina - Canada 71-77
Canada overcame a fierce opposition from Argentina to snatch a narrow win. Christina Morra (190-C-00) nailed 15 points and collected 14 rebounds to lead the winners. Canada piled up a 36:31 halftime lead. They stretched the margin at 8-point mark heading into the fourth period. Argentina drained 24 points in the final quarter but could not avoid the loss. Taya Hanson (175-G-00) and Carly Ahlstrom (180-G-00) delivered 13 points each for the winners. Florencia Chagas (180-SG-01) led Argentina with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.

USA - Colombia 83-47
USA stormed past Colombia to reach the championship game in Mexico City. Rhyne Howard (188-G-00) and Ashley Joens (180-G-00) scored 14 points each for the winners. USA led by just a single point at the first break 19:18. However they went on a strong 23:8 run in the second period to ensure a 16-point halftime lead. USA maintained the pressure throughout the second half and cruised to the win. Jenna Brown (168-PG-00) had 17 points to lead the North American team. Maria Alvarez (168-SG-01) answered with 19 points for Colombia.