Israel's U20 Women's Basketball Team Faces Belgium in Euro Semifinal After Historic Win
The Israeli U20 women's basketball team made history by reaching the semifinals of the European Championship for the first time. After a dramatic 80-79 victory over Poland, Israel holds a 4-1 record in the tournament and now faces a strong Belgian team in Lithuania, aiming to secure a podium finish.
Leading the team is 19-year-old guard Gal Raviv, who has been instrumental in Israel's success and is dominating the tournament statistically. Raviv tops the scoring charts with an average of 31 points per game, nine points ahead of the second-highest scorer. She also leads in efficiency with 33 points per game, ranks first in assists with 6.6 per game, and is second in steals with 3.8 per game.
The upcoming match against Belgium represents a critical opportunity for Israel to solidify its place among Europe's elite in women's basketball and potentially win a medal, marking a significant milestone for Israeli women's sports.
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