In the M-U14 Division 1 Phase finale, T71 Dudelange secured a decisive victory over Sparta Bertrange with a final score of 84-66. The game, held at Atert/Terrain2, saw T71 Dudelange establish an early lead, finishing the first quarter ahead 27-16. This momentum continued into the second quarter, where they extended their lead to 47-30 by halftime.
T71's Matteo Agostinucci was a standout performer, contributing 25 points, while Bo Wagner added 19 points to the team's tally. Both players were instrumental in maintaining T71's lead throughout the game. For Sparta Bertrange, Petar Kulisic, the team captain, led with 25 points, supported by Vasileios Paspaltzis with 16 points. Despite their efforts, Sparta struggled to close the gap established in the first half.
The third quarter saw a more balanced play, with T71 slightly outscoring Sparta 18-17. However, T71's consistent scoring and defensive efforts kept Sparta at bay. Notably, Sparta's Anton Mercier fouled out in the third quarter, which impacted their ability to mount a comeback.
In the final quarter, both teams scored 19 points each, but T71's earlier lead proved insurmountable for Sparta. This victory marks T71's third consecutive win against Sparta this season, showcasing their dominance in head-to-head matchups. The game highlighted T71's effective team play and ability to capitalize on early leads, securing their position in the championship round.
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