Nigeria's Junior D’Tigress Advance to Semi-Finals in U18 Women’s Afrobasket

In a thrilling quarter-final clash at the 2024 FIBA U18 Women’s Afrobasket Championship in Pretoria, South Africa, Nigeria's Junior D’Tigress defeated Egypt with a final score of 66-51. This victory propels Nigeria into the semi-finals of the tournament.

From the outset, Nigeria showcased their dominance on the court, leveraging a strong offensive performance and tight defense to secure their place among the top four teams. The Junior D’Tigress exhibited a well-rounded game plan, combining effective scoring with strategic defense, which proved too much for their Egyptian counterparts.

The win sets up an exciting semi-final encounter for Nigeria against Uganda. As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on the Junior D’Tigress to see if they can continue their impressive form and advance to the finals.

With this victory, Nigeria's U18 team has solidified its reputation as a formidable force in African women’s basketball. Fans and supporters are eagerly anticipating the next match and wishing the team the best of luck in their pursuit of the championship.

Good luck to the Junior D’Tigress as they aim to bring home the title!