In the first game of the W-Enovos League 1/2 Finales, Sparta Bertrange secured a narrow victory over AB Contern with a final score of 66-60. The game, played at Atert/Central, showcased a competitive battle between the two teams. Sparta Bertrange, ranked second, managed to extend their winning streak to three games, while AB Contern, ranked third, faced a setback after a previous victory.
The game began with AB Contern taking an early lead, finishing the first quarter ahead 20-15. However, Sparta Bertrange responded in the second quarter, outscoring Contern 19-14, which leveled the score at halftime. The third quarter saw Contern regain a slight edge, but Sparta's strong fourth-quarter performance, where they outscored Contern 19-8, was decisive.
Key players for Sparta included Kyaja Victoria Williams, who led the team with 22 points, and Regan Hayes Schenck, who contributed 12 points. Both players were instrumental in the final quarter, with Schenck hitting crucial shots. For AB Contern, Lou Mathieu stood out with 20 points, including several key baskets in the third quarter, while Beyonce Marie Bea added 20 points as well.
Sparta Bertrange's defense tightened in the final quarter, limiting Contern's scoring opportunities. The home team capitalized on this defensive effort, with Nicole Torresani and Lena Mersch adding vital points in the closing minutes. Despite a strong performance from Contern's Brooke Madison Walling, who scored 14 points, it was not enough to overcome Sparta's late surge.
The game highlighted the importance of maintaining momentum, with Sparta's ability to rally in the fourth quarter proving crucial. Both teams will look to adjust strategies as they prepare for the next game in this best-of-three series.
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