Five most interesting storylines for Team Canada’s Olympic qualifier
A lack of size, an abundance of defensive versatility, different rules, and fans in the stands are just some of the most interesting storylines.
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Canada Sweeps Olympic Qualifying with 70-68 Win over Japan
Canada’s Women National Team earned their third consecutive victory at the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament, defeating Japan 70-68. While the Canadian squad already punched their ticket for the Olympic Games in Tokyo, Sunday’s game was important in determining who was going to make the Olympic roster. Natalie Achonwa continued her dominance for Canada in Sunday’s…
Canada Women’s Basketball Secures Berth for 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Canada’s Women Basketball Team has secured a spot in the 2020 Olympic Games with their dominant 80-50 win over Sweden on Saturday. This is the seventh time that the Canadian Women’s National Team, currently 4th in the FIBA World Rankings, has qualified for the Olympics. The Canadian squad got off to a slow start in…
Canada Survives 61-56 Over Belgium at Women’s Olympic Qualifier
Canadian Kayla Alexander did not show signs of weariness in the dying moments of Thursday’s game. Up 58-56 in the 4th quarter, Alexander went to the free-throw line for the first time in the game. She sank both free throws, propelling Canada to a 61-56 over Belgium at the FIBA Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournament. In…
Canada announces roster for men’s national team camp, Wiggins will not play
A few big names are missing.