Defending champions WAPDA once again proved their dominance in women’s basketball, securing the National Women’s Basketball Championship 2024 title with a narrow 38-33 victory over a resilient Army team in the final held at the WAPDA Sports Complex on Monday.
The hosts set the pace early, showcasing tactical brilliance in the first half to establish a commanding 12-point lead. Thanks to their sharp offensive execution and disciplined defense, they entered halftime with a comfortable 27-15 advantage. Despite a spirited comeback attempt by the Army in the second half, WAPDA maintained its composure in sealing the win and defending its National Women’s Basketball Championship title.
Key Performances
- WAPDA:
- Hijab Fatima: 12 points
- Kainat Zafar: 10 points
- Army:
- Fajar Fatima: 9 points
- Ayesha Dilashad: 8 points
- Kashifa Noreen: 8 points
Lahore Claims Third Place
In the third-place match of the National Women’s Basketball Championship, Lahore delivered a commanding performance to defeat Karachi 48-23, solidifying their position as one of the tournament’s strongest sides.
Lahore dominated from the outset, leading by 21 points at halftime with a 33-12 scoreline. Standout performances came from:
- Khadija Mushtaq: 13 points
- Aimen Mehmood: 13 points
A Celebration of Women’s Basketball
The five-day championship, organized by the Pakistan Basketball Federation, featured eight teams:
- WAPDA
- Army
- Lahore
- Karachi
- Faisalabad
- Islamabad
- Hazara
- Bahawalpur
The tournament showcased the growing talent in women’s basketball across Pakistan, with WAPDA continuing their reign as the team to beat.
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