Etzella Ettelbruck secured a decisive victory over Berbourg Espérants P with a final score of 71-54. The game, part of the W-Nationale 2: Tour qualificatif, saw Etzella Ettelbruck dominate in the latter stages after a competitive first half.
The first quarter ended with Berbourg Espérants P leading 23-16, thanks to strong performances from Nina Schmit and Carole Laplume, who both contributed significantly to their team's early lead. However, Etzella Ettelbruck began to close the gap in the second quarter, outscoring Berbourg 12-10, and continued their momentum into the third quarter with a 22-11 run.
Anouk Reisch was instrumental for Etzella, scoring 24 points, including several crucial three-pointers. Her performance was complemented by Amina Kocan and Leonie Edringer, who added 14 and 16 points respectively. Edringer, standing at 1.86 meters, was particularly effective in the paint, both offensively and defensively.
For Berbourg, Noémie Hengel was the top scorer with 12 points, while Schmit and Laplume each added 8 and 9 points. However, Berbourg struggled to maintain their early lead as Etzella's defense tightened, and their offense became more efficient.
Etzella's victory marks their third consecutive win, solidifying their position at the top of the league standings. In contrast, Berbourg, despite a strong start to the season, has now lost two of their last three games. The game highlighted Etzella's ability to adapt and overcome early deficits, showcasing their depth and resilience.
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