Australia have recorded their first win of the FIBA U17 World Championship, working hard for a 77-62 win over Finland. Needing to win by 13 points or more to secure third place in Group C and avoid facing the USA until a possible match up in the gold medal game, Australia earned the win behind the versatile play of sweet-shooting big man Matthew Johns (17 points) and all-round class from team Captain Tom Fullarton (19 points and 8 rebounds). Australia withstood every Finnish challenge, taking control in the third term and motoring ahead on the final quarter to secure the 15 point win.
Australia work hard for win over Finland at…
Australia have recorded their first win of the FIBA U17 World Championship, working hard for a 77-62 win over Finland. Needing to win by 13 points or more to secure third place in Group C and avoid facing the USA until a possible match up in the gold medal game, Australia earned the win behind the versatile play of sweet-shooting big man Matthew Johns (17 points) and all-round class from team Captain Tom Fullarton (19 points and 8 rebounds). Australia withstood every Finnish challenge, taking control in the third term and motoring ahead on the final quarter to secure the 15 point win.
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