The Nigerian women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, made history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by qualifying for the quarterfinals with a 79-70 victory over Canada.
This achievement marks the first time an African team, male or female, has advanced to the quarterfinals of an Olympic basketball tournament.
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D’Tigress, three-time Women’s Afrobasket Champions, faced a tough challenge against the North Americans, who are ranked 5th in the world.
The first quarter was tightly contested, ending in a 18-18 draw. However, Canada gained momentum in the second quarter, outscoring Nigeria 23-19.
D’Tigress, led by Coach Rena Wakama, looked to Ezunne Kalu for inspiration, and she delivered, helping to elevate the team’s performance and secure their historic win.
