In the M-U18 Division 3: Phase finale, Etzella Ettelbruck (ETZ) secured a decisive victory over Gréngewald Hueschtert B (GREB) with a final score of 91-53. The game, held at Deichwisen/Central, saw ETZ dominate after a closely contested first quarter, which ended with GREB leading 16-15.
The second quarter marked a turning point as ETZ surged ahead, outscoring GREB 32-12. This decisive run was fueled by the impressive performance of Sam Schaaf, who contributed significantly with 34 points, showcasing his scoring prowess. Lou Clees also played a pivotal role, adding 20 points and demonstrating his versatility on the court. Giovanni Palermo Cardoso, aged 16, further bolstered ETZ's offense with 14 points, contributing to their commanding lead.
For GREB, Egidijus Jarukaitis led the scoring with 16 points, while Valentin Maggi added 14 points. Despite their efforts, GREB struggled to keep pace with ETZ's offensive onslaught, particularly in the second half. The third quarter saw ETZ maintain their momentum, extending their lead with a 22-19 advantage, and they continued to dominate in the final quarter, outscoring GREB 22-6.
Throughout the game, ETZ's ability to score in quick succession and capitalize on GREB's defensive lapses was evident. The victory marked ETZ's sixth consecutive win, reinforcing their position at the top of the division standings. Meanwhile, GREB, despite a strong start, could not sustain their performance, resulting in their fourth loss in the phase finale.
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