Nigerian Female Basketball Team Becomes The First African Team to Reach Quarterfinal in Olympic Tournament

In a stunning turn of events, Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, has made history by becoming the first African team, male or female, to advance to the quarterfinals of the Olympic basketball tournament. The team achieved this remarkable feat with a thrilling 79-70 victory over Canada in their final group game at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Lille, France.

D’Tigress, who were ranked 12th coming into the tournament, finished with a 2-1 record in their group, defeating world number three Australia and world number five Canada. The team’s victory over Canada was particularly impressive, as they outscored their opponents 23-5 in the third quarter to take a commanding lead.

Ezinne Kalu led the way for Nigeria with 21 points, while Elizabeth Balogun added 14 points. The team’s victory was a testament to their hard work, determination, and talent, and it has put Nigeria on the map as a force to be reckoned in the sport of basketball.

“This is a historic moment for Nigerian basketball and for the entire country,” said D’Tigress head coach Rena Wakama. “We are so proud of our players and what they have achieved. They have worked incredibly hard and have shown the world what Nigerian basketball is all about.”

The Nigerian team’s success is a source of inspiration for basketball fans across the country and has put Nigeria on the map as a force to be reckoned with in the sport. The team’s achievement is a testament to their talent, hard work, and determination, and it is a source of pride for the entire country.

As D’Tigress prepare for their quarterfinal matchup, they will be looking to continue their historic run and make even more history at the Paris Olympics.