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Canada dropped their first exhibition game against Great Britain, 70-57 in Edinburgh, Scotland. This was Canada’s first game since the team roster was named for the FIBA World Olympic Qualifying Tournament for Women that will be played in Ankara, Turkey starting June 25th.
In the first half, Canada played great defense and allowed Great Britain to shoot only 30 percent from the field, which helped Canada earn a 28-24 lead at the half.
When the second half began, Canada came out slow, while Great Britain stormed out to start the half. Canada struggled offensively in the third quarter and only produced 9 points, which gave Great Britain the opportunity to make a run. Great Britain recorded 18 in the quarter and held the 42-37 lead, entering the fourth quarter. In the final frame, it was more the same for Canada. Canada was unable to answer the Great Britain attack, as Great Britain continued to increase their lead and won 70-57.
Kim Smith (Mission, BC) had a game-high 19 points, 7 rebounds and Natalie Achonwa (Guelph, ON) had 15 points and a game-high 8 rebounds in the game.
Canada will play Great Britain Women’s Team again on Sunday and then play in an exhibition tournament next week with games against Croatia, Czech Republic and France.
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