Ferjancic Powers Slovenia Past Hungary
Veronika Ferjancic delivered a dominant performance, steering Slovenia to a hard-fought 58-53 victory over Hungary at the FIBA U16 Women's EuroBasket. The teams went into halftime locked at 28-28, but Slovenia established a six-point cushion entering the fourth quarter, which they ultimately defended to seal the win. The third quarter proved decisive, as Slovenia outscored Hungary 17-11. Despite shooting just 41% from the field (22/54), Slovenia was anchored by Ferjancic's 18 points and 10 rebounds, complemented by Ema Lorbek's double-double of 14 points and 11 boards, alongside three steals. Anais Gobec added 15 points and four assists. Hungary, limited to 32% shooting, saw Blanka Szalai score 13 points and record six steals, but it wasn't enough to overcome Slovenia's resilience. This win serves as a significant statement for Slovenia in the tournament, showcasing their ability to execute under pressure.