Team Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, has made history by qualifying for their first-ever Olympic quarterfinals. The milestone achievement came after a hard-fought 79-70 victory over Canada in their final Group B match at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Lille, France, on Sunday.
D’Tigress’ triumph secured them a place in the quarterfinals of the Olympic basketball tournament for the first time. The Nigerian team topped the group stage with five classification points, while France still has a match against Australia later in the day. Led by Coach Rena Wakama, the team bounced back from a defeat to France in their second game after securing a win against Australia in their opener.
The match against Canada was closely contested from the start, with the first quarter ending in an 18-18 tie. Canada edged ahead in the second quarter, leading 41-37 by halftime. However, the third quarter saw a dramatic shift as Nigeria’s defense stifled Canada, allowing them to score only five points. D’Tigress maintained their momentum and outperformed their opponents in the final quarter, sealing the game with a historic 9-point victory.
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This landmark win marks a significant achievement for D’Tigress and Nigerian basketball, as they advance to the quarterfinals for the first time in Olympic history. The team’s remarkable journey has captured the hearts of fans and raised hopes for further success in the tournament.
