“The Lionesses of Teranga triumph over the Indomitable Lionesses at the women’s basketball tournament of the Francophonie Games”
On August 5, basketball fans witnessed a memorable clash between the Lionesses of Teranga of Senegal and the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon during the final of the women’s basketball tournament of the Francophonie Games. This competition took place at the twin gymnasium of the Martyrs stadium in Kinshasa, providing an ideal setting for this intense confrontation.
In a match full of twists and turns, the Senegalese managed to tame their Cameroonian opponents by scoring an impressive total of 78 baskets against 54. This brilliant performance earned them the gold medal of this high-level tournament.
However, the Indomitable Lionesses did not leave empty-handed. Thanks to their exceptional performance, they won the silver medal, thus proving their talent and determination on the field.
The podium was completed by the Madagascar team, which won the bronze medal after its victory against Lebanon with a score of 69 baskets to 63. The Lebanese, for their part, finished in 4th place in this competition , showing an honorable performance.
This Francophonie Games basketball tournament offered a captivating spectacle to fans of this sport. The players demonstrated an impressive level of play, mixing skill, strategy and team spirit. The public was able to vibrate to the rhythm of the passes, spectacular dunks and precise shots, making this final an unforgettable moment.
Congratulations to the Lionesses of Teranga for their deserved victory and to all the participating teams for their commitment and passion for basketball. This tournament has proven once again that this sport is a true source of emotion and pride for French-speaking countries.
Whether on the courts or elsewhere, sport is a fantastic way to bring people together and promote the values of mutual assistance, surpassing oneself and fair play. Let us hope that the next Games of La Francophonie will continue to offer us great sporting moments and fraternity between nations.