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The D’tigress made a strong start to the game, securing a 19 – 10 point lead in the first quarter. The second quarter was a closely contested affair, with the Nigerians edging ahead by 24 – 21 points, extending their lead by 3 points. By halftime, the score stood at 43 – 31 points, with the D’tigress leading by a margin of 12 points.
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In the semi-final match held on Thursday, the Nigerians displayed their dominance by defeating the host team Rwanda with a score of 79-48, earning themselves a place in the final.
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An impressive milestone was achieved by Coach Rena Wakama, who became the first female coach to lead a team to victory in the competition since its inception in 1966. Under her guidance, the D’tigress clinched their fourth consecutive AfroBasket Women title (2017, 19, 21, 23), solidifying their remarkable dominance. Also, Amy Okonkwo followed in the footsteps of Ezinne Kalu and Adaora Elonu, to win the Most Valuable Player award. Featured Image Source: Daily Post NG
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