Ghana triumphs over France to win Africa Basketball Festival
Ghana’s basketball team clinched the title at the 4th Africa Basketball Festival, defeating France 62-49 in a thrilling final at the University of Ghana in Accra. Held from 24-27 October, the tournament brought together top teams and showcased the continent’s growing talent. Ghana set the pace early, opening their campaign with a decisive 49-36 win … The post Ghana triumphs over France to win Africa Basketball Festival appeared first on Asaase Radio.
Ghana’s basketball team clinched the title at the 4th Africa Basketball Festival, defeating France 62-49 in a thrilling final at the University of Ghana in Accra.
Held from 24-27 October, the tournament brought together top teams and showcased the continent’s growing talent.
Ghana set the pace early, opening their campaign with a decisive 49-36 win over Liberia.
They then went on to outclass Togo 56-46, securing a spot in the semifinals against regional rivals Nigeria.
In a high-stakes showdown, Ghana powered through with a 64-51 victory, setting up the final clash against a formidable French side.
France had made headlines after an impressive 72-24 win over China, the highest score of the tournament, but faced a resilient Ghanaian defence in the final.
Ghana’s well-coordinated plays and defensive prowess kept France at bay, leading to a well-deserved 62-49 victory that left the crowd roaring.
Liberia, Ghana’s opening opponent, demonstrated the continent’s rapid basketball development, securing a 45-42 win over the United States in the third-place playoff to take bronze.
The festival wasn’t just about basketball; the event pulsed with African culture, featuring dynamic performances from Ghanaian music duo DopeNation and popular acts from across the continent.
15 fashion brands showcased their designs, adding a vibrant cultural touch to the high-energy competition.
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