After 10-days with 27 matches, the second FIBA Asia U16 Championship found its winner China on October 28. The coastal city Nha Trang has organized this international sports event successfully...
After 10-days with 27 matches, the second FIBA Asia U16 Championship found its winner China on October 28. The coastal city Nha Trang has organized this international sports event successfully.
The FIBA Asia Under-16 Championship is an under-16 basketball championship in the International Basketball Federation’s FIBA Asia zone. The event started in 2009 and is held bi-annually.
The tournament this year, from October 18 to 28, attracted 250 athletes from 15 countries and territories across the region, namely China, Chinese Taipei, Iran, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Japan, K. Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Lebanon, Malaysia, Philippines, Quatar, Uzbekistan and the host country Vietnam.
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| Opening ceremony of the 2nd FIBA Asia U16 Championship in Nha Trang. |
China, who emerged as the Champions of the inaugural FIBA Asia U16 Championship in Johor Bahru, Malaysia two years ago, defended their title after defeating South Korea with the score 92 – 52 at the final match. Japan won the bronze medal after overcoming Philippines in the third-place playoff.
Vietnam only ranked the 12th. In fact, the event marked the first time a team from Vietnam participated in any men’s FIBA Asia event. However, it was a precious opportunity for the country’s junior basketball players to gain experience and improve their skills.
In addition, the event has helped the hosting city Nha Trang to prove its ability to organize international events. The image of a beautiful coastal tourist city also has been introduced more to international friends though this event.
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