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Mozambique rolls past Malawi in Day 2 of the FIBA Zone VI Qualifiers

By on January 11, 2011 in News with 0 Comments
Mozambique rolls past Malawi in Day 2 of the FIBA Zone VI Qualifiers

In a demonstration of their offensive prowess and tenacious defense, Mozambique started the game on a 14-0 run and denied Malawi their first basket until there was 4:59 left in the first quarter. The Mozambican team connected on 3 three pointers early on and kept the fans on the edge of their seats with some […]

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Zimbabwe Women’s team buries Zambia in Day 2 of FIBA Zone VI

By on January 11, 2011 in News with 0 Comments
Zimbabwe Women’s team buries Zambia in Day 2 of FIBA Zone VI

Abe Lemons, one of the most successful coaches in Oklahoma’s history once said – “There are really only two plays:  Romeo and Juliet, and put the darn ball in the basket.” The game between Zimbabwe and Zambia can be summarised in that statement. Zambia shot an ice cold 15.2% from the field as a team. You […]

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Fiba Africa Senior Men Zone Six Qualifiers- South Africa vs Zimbabwe

By on January 10, 2011 in News with 0 Comments
Fiba Africa Senior Men Zone Six Qualifiers- South Africa vs Zimbabwe

The South African Men’s national team went into their opening match against Zimbabwe knowing very well that it wasn’t going to be easy. The game tipped off at 16h00 at the HC Devilliers Hall at the University of Pretoria. South Africa got off to a good start against Zimbabwe in the first quarter finishing up […]

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Fiba Africa Senior Women Zone Six Qualifiers- South Africa vs Mozambique

By on January 10, 2011 in News with 0 Comments
Fiba Africa Senior Women Zone Six Qualifiers- South Africa vs Mozambique

South Africa was dealt a very tough opening game as they opened against Mozambique on Sunday the 9th of January 2011 at the University of Pretoria. The Zone Six Qualifiers is a round robin format where the team with the most wins and best point difference will represent Zone 6 in the Fiba African Championship […]

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South Africa edges short-handed Zimbabwe team

By on January 10, 2011 in News with 2 Comments
South Africa edges short-handed Zimbabwe team

The first men’s game of the tournament was a thriller. Fans came out in droves to support their respective nations and the players did not disappoint.  South Africa started the game strong off the solid play of Fumani Marhanele, who scored 6 quick points in the first quarter of play. Early on in the game, […]

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