In the M-Coupe des Jeunes Finale, Amicale Steesel emerged victorious over T71 Dudelange with a final score of 78-69. The game unfolded at Coque Gymnase, where both teams displayed competitive spirit throughout the match. The first quarter saw T71 Dudelange taking an early lead, ending the period ahead 20-14. However, Amicale Steesel gradually narrowed the gap, trailing by just four points at halftime, 34-40.
The third quarter was pivotal, as Amicale Steesel's defense tightened, allowing them to outscore T71 Dudelange 16-13, bringing the score to 50-53. In the final quarter, Amicale Steesel surged ahead, scoring 26 points to T71's 16, securing their victory.
Sean Bugeja was instrumental for Amicale Steesel, contributing 19 points and showcasing his ability to score consistently, especially in crucial moments. His performance was complemented by Landon Wohl, who added 18 points, and Gerry Schuder Minden, who scored 15 points, including key three-pointers.
For T71 Dudelange, Justin Lux stood out with 24 points, demonstrating his scoring prowess from beyond the arc and at the free-throw line. Charel Brettner also made significant contributions with 15 points, while Lenn Dondelinger added 11 points.
The game was marked by a series of fouls, with Nicolas Roque do Amaral committing an unsportmanlike foul in the fourth quarter, but no players fouled out. The coaches, Thorsten Freiheit for Amicale and Tom Schumacher for T71, managed their teams strategically, with Amicale's adjustments in the second half proving decisive. The victory for Amicale Steesel was a testament to their resilience and ability to capitalize on key opportunities in the latter stages of the game.
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Amicale Steesel 
T71 Dudelange 
