Canada’s women’s basketball team is still in the running for an Olympic medal after a thrilling victory over South Korea on Friday.
The game was a nail-biter, with both teams trading leads throughout the match. However, Canada managed to pull ahead in the final minutes, securing a 74-53 win.
This victory comes after a tough loss to Serbia earlier in the week, where Canada fell short by just two points. But the team showed resilience and determination in their game against South Korea, proving that they are still a strong contender in the Olympic tournament.
Canada’s star player, Kia Nurse, led the team with 15 points, while Natalie Achonwa and Bridget Carleton also made significant contributions with 14 and 13 points respectively.
Head coach Lisa Thomaidis praised her team’s performance, stating, “We knew it was going to be a tough game, but our players really stepped up and executed our game plan perfectly.”
With this win, Canada advances to the quarter-finals, where they will face Spain on Monday. The team is no stranger to facing tough opponents, having already played against top-ranked teams like Serbia and the United States in the group stage.
Canada’s women’s basketball team has a history of success at the Olympics, having won a bronze medal in 2012 and finishing fifth in 2016. This year, they are determined to bring home another medal and make their country proud.
The team’s journey to the quarter-finals has not been easy, with the added challenges of competing during a pandemic and being away from their families and loved ones. But their perseverance and dedication have paid off, and they are now just one step closer to achieving their goal.
As the Olympic tournament continues, all eyes will be on Canada’s women’s basketball team as they continue to fight for a spot on the podium. With their impressive performance so far, it is clear that they are a force to be reckoned with and will not go down without a fight.
