Opals shine against Japan, one win away from World Cup qualification
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Participating in their first Asian Cup, Australia has progressed to the quarterfinals undefeated following an important 83-74 win against a very good Japanese team. The experienced duo of Marianna Tolo and Belinda Snell provided the drive behind a classy win in what proved to be an entertaining, quality contest. Tolo returned to the starting lineup to contribute 24 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists, while Snell wound back the clock with 13 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists. Yet it was Kelsey Griffin who stole the show for the Opals, draining a game-high 26 points on 7-of-11 shooting with 9 rebounds and 4 assists in a commanding individual display.
Opals shine against Japan, one win away from World Cup qualification
Opals shine against Japan, one win away from…
Opals shine against Japan, one win away from World Cup qualification
Participating in their first Asian Cup, Australia has progressed to the quarterfinals undefeated following an important 83-74 win against a very good Japanese team. The experienced duo of Marianna Tolo and Belinda Snell provided the drive behind a classy win in what proved to be an entertaining, quality contest. Tolo returned to the starting lineup to contribute 24 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists, while Snell wound back the clock with 13 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists. Yet it was Kelsey Griffin who stole the show for the Opals, draining a game-high 26 points on 7-of-11 shooting with 9 rebounds and 4 assists in a commanding individual display.