In a tightly contested match in the M-U14 Division 3: Phase finale, Black Star Mersch (BSM) edged out Kordall Steelers (KDS) with a narrow 65-63 victory. The game, played in Mersch, saw both teams battling closely throughout, with BSM ultimately securing the win in the final moments.
The game began with BSM taking a slight lead in the first quarter, ending 16-12. KDS responded in the second quarter, narrowing the gap to 27-26 by halftime. The third quarter was pivotal for BSM, as they extended their lead to 51-43, thanks to a strong performance by Samuel Kozlowski, who scored consistently throughout the game. Kozlowski, a 13-year-old player from Poland, was instrumental in BSM's offensive efforts, contributing a total of 35 points. His performance was complemented by Matthys Josafa Klidjo, who added 12 points to the team's tally.
For KDS, Mahé Schmitz stood out with 22 points, demonstrating his scoring ability despite being fouled out in the fourth quarter. Ilyas Cardarelli also made significant contributions with 19 points, keeping KDS competitive until the end. The Steelers managed to close the gap in the final quarter, scoring 20 points, but fell just short of overtaking BSM.
This victory marks a positive turn for BSM, who have now won their last three games after a series of losses. The match highlighted the resilience and determination of both teams, with BSM's ability to maintain their lead in the face of KDS's late-game surge proving decisive.
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Black Star Mersch 
Kordall Steelers 
