LEON — The Canadian under-17 national team advanced to the semifinals of the FIBA ​​U17 Women’s World Cup with an 82-44 victory over Finland on Friday at Domo De La Feria in León, Mexico.

Canada will play Spain in the semi-finals on Saturday, after that country defeated Australia 71-58 in the quarter-finals on Friday.

The United States defeated Japan 95-59, while France defeated Italy 83-51, meaning France and the US will meet in the semifinals on Saturday.

Agot Akol Makeer led Canada with 15 points. She shot 6 of 8 field goals and 3 of 5 free throws. Jahda Denis and Deniya Prawl each had 14 points for Canada, which led by 24-15, 37-24 and 55-33 at quarter time.

Yohana Fami scored 11 points and Savannah Swords added eight for the winners.

Ada Luukkanen and Tiia Talonen each scored 11 points for Finland.

Canada led in most key areas: 62-48 in rebounds, 25-14 offensive rebounds, 37-34 defensive rebounds, 20-9 steals and 3-2 in blocks.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 19, 2024.

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