GB Women Lose First Test Against Israel - Hoopsfix.com

GB Women Lose First Test Against Israel

Tom Maher’s side fell short in the first of three test games in Tel Aviv, Israel, losing 80-69.

Beginning the final stage of their preparations for the all important qualifying games this August, GB came out strong in the first quarter. The side stuck with a good Israeli team to remain level at half time, 39-39.

In the third quarter the game remained very similar, GB edging it to take a one point lead into the final period of play with  Julie Page leading the GB side with 25 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists. Israel, however, were too strong in the fourth, pulling away to take an 11 point triumph over Maher’s side.

Jeneya Wade-Frey contributed well with 11 points whilst Jo Leedham totalled 6 rebounds as well as 4 assists and Stef Collins dished out 5 assists of her own.

Great Britain will have a quick turn around as they play Israel again tonight and finish the series in Tel Aviv on Thursday.

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