With 15 points, Keren Bertel led the triumph over the Panamanians. This Wednesday, the team will be measured in front of Mexico at 9:00 pm in Colombia.
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The Sub-16 Colombia Selection reacted strongly after a complicated debut and achieved a key victory against Panama by 61-29on the second day of the FIBA American U16 that is played in Irapuato, Mexico.
The national team came out with another face with respect to the premiere against Canada (29-63), and from the start imposed its rhythm with an intense defense and well-built attacks. The first quarter ended 17-2 In favor of Colombia, making clear the domain on both sides of the court.
The figure of the party was Times Bertelwho signed a brilliant form with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assistsin addition to an effectiveness of 37.5% in field shots. It was also key Alisson Restrepowhich added 12 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assistsin addition to getting five fouls and scoring from the line with solidity (3/5 in free).
Shery Montaño contributed from the bank with 9 points, 2 rebounds and 2 tripleswhile Sara Murillo It was effective in limited minutes: 7 points and 3 rebounds in 16 minutes of play.
Although several players did not have their best night in effectiveness, the team worked well collectively. Saavedra mail It was the most active in the boards with 8 reboundsand the rotation allowed to maintain rhythm and pressure at all times.
With this triumph, Colombia leaves its record in 1-1 within the Group bwhere there are also Canada, Mexico and Panama. All equipment advances to the quarterfinals, but the order in the table is key to avoid more demanding crosses.
In addition to the podium, the tournament delivers Four quotas to the FIBA U17 World Cup 2026which makes each victory a fundamental step towards that goal. The next appointment will be This Wednesday at 9:00 pm against Mexicoin a duel that could define the path of the Colombian team in the second phase.
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