Canada unleashed a staggering offensive display to rout Nigeria 113–42 in their U‑19 Women’s Basketball World Cup clash, setting a new tournament record with 20 three-pointers—more than any team, male or female, in U‑19 World Cup history .
From the opening whistle, Canada’s precision from distance overwhelmed the Junior D’Tigress. Eight players sank shots from beyond the arc, with Agot Makeer leading the charge—going 5-for-7 from three and ending with a game-high 18 points. Point guard Mila Holloway was equally impressive, dishing out nine assists, orchestrating the relentless ball movement that dismantled Nigeria’s defense
By halftime, Canada had raced to a dominating lead. They surpassed previous records—like Japan’s 19 threes and the 16 by Australia in 2023—delivering an offensive masterclass for the ages
The defeat starkly contrasted Nigeria’s earlier brilliance: a thrilling win over China on opening day . Junior D’Tigress star Nora Ezike, who scored an impressive 25 points in that debut game, averaged 13 points and 7.5 rebounds this tournament—and will look to rally her teammates ahead of facing Portugal next
Canada, on the other hand, now sits atop Group B, its depth and deadly perimeter shooting marking them as early favorites in the competition
What’s next: Nigeria must regroup quickly to salvage their group-stage hopes against Portugal, while Canada aims to maintain their momentum and chase their first-ever U‑19 Women’s Basketball World Cup title.
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