Ireland suffer 100-48 defeat to France in opening EuroBasket qualifier
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Grace Fisher
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November 12, 2023
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Basketball
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Aine O'Connor, Annaliese Murphy, Basketball France, Basketball Ireland, Bridget Herlihy, Carla Leite, Claire Melia, FIBA EuroBasket Qualifiers, Hannah Thornton, Iliana Rupert, Janelle Salaun, Jessica Scannell, Kadiatou Sissoko, Kara McCleane, Kate Hickey, Lauryn Homan, Leila Lacan, Lou Lopez Senechal, Maia Hirsch, Mamignan Toure, Marie-Paule Foppossi, Marine Fauthoux, Michelle Clarke, Pauline Astier, Romaine Bernies, Sarah Hickey, Sarah Michel Boury, Sorcha Tiernan
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Ireland lost 100-48 to France in the FIBA Women’s EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers opener at the National Basketball Arena on Sunday. Ireland put it up to their illustrious opponents, who are 7th in FIBA world rankings, trailing by just a point at the end of the first quarter. A commanding second quarter put France in control of proceedings and they never looked …
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Ireland Squad Finalised For FIBA Women’s EuroBasket Qualifier Against Top Ranked France
Ireland head coach James Weldon could hand FIBA Women’s EuroBasket debuts to three players when France visits the National Basketball Arena for the opening game of their qualifying campaign, live on TG4 this Sunday. Guards Jessica Scannell and Kate Hickey, along with forward Lauryn Homan are included in his final 12-women squad. It's officially @EuroBasketWomen gameweek 😁 Tickets remain available …
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Pace-Setters Remain Perfect In MissQuote.ie Super League
Photo Credit: Basketball Ireland Gurranabraher Credit Union Brunell and FloMAX Liffey Celtics opened up a two-game advantage at the top of the MissQuote.ie Super League, staying unbeaten by beating both last season’s finalists DCU Mercy and The Address UCC Glanmire. “We are very happy to maintain our winning run against a very tough DCU Mercy team,”said Gurranabraher Credit Union Brunell …
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Waterford Wildcats Defeat Reigning Champions The Address UCC Glanmire
SETU Waterford Wildcats picked up an 80-75 win at defending MissQuote.ie Super League champions The Address UCC Glanmire on the opening weekend of the new season. Ireland international Sarah Hickey was to the fore in their victory with 23 points, while their new signing Myia Clark hit 18 points in their victory on Sunday. SETU Waterford Wildcats head coach, Tommy …
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France Coming To Dublin For Eurobasket Qualifier In November
Ireland has been drawn in Group E alongside World Number 7 France, Israel and Latvia for the upcoming FIBA Women’s EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers, which begin in November. Ireland was the 8th seed for the draw in Switzerland yesterday, leaving them with the difficult task of qualifying for the tournament, which takes place in Germany, Greece, Italy and the Czech Republic …
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Basketball Ireland Launch Women In Basketball Strategy 2023-2027
Basketball Ireland has released its 5 Year Women In Basketball Strategy 2023-2027, identifying four key areas of development. Included are plans to implement a bespoke mentorship programme for female coaches and officials, while also offering training and support for women and girls who wish to take on or maintain a leadership position within the sport. Basketball Ireland will continue removing …
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“It’s More Than Just Basketball; You’re Coaching The Person Not The Sport” – Erin Bracken
In this episode of the Her Sport Show, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Erin Bracken, a true powerhouse in the world of basketball. Erin, a remarkable player and coach, shared with us her incredible journey through the game, from coaching men’s teams to reigniting her love for playing. Erin’s journey began when she was just nine years …
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Ireland stage dramatic comeback to win friendly with Austria 73-67
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Grace Fisher
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August 13, 2023
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Basketball
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Aine O'Connor, Alexia Allesch, Anja Knoflach, Anna Boruta, Basketball Austria, Basketball Ireland, Bettina Kunz, Bridget Herlihy, Christopher O'Shea, Edel Thornton, Ella O'Donnell, Enya Maguire, Gandy Malou-Mamel, Hannah Thornton, Ireland Austria friendly, Ireland v Austria friendly, James Weldon, Kate Hickey, Lauryn Homan, Mia Furlong, Michaela Wildbacher, Michelle Clarke, Nina Krisper, Petra Pammer, Rebekka Kalaydjiev, Sara Solyom, Sigrid Koizar, Simone Sill, Sorcha Tiernan
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Ireland’s women secured a dramatic 73-67 friendly win over Austria, following a 4th quarter comeback, having trailed for the majority of the contest at the National Basketball Arena on Saturday. Bridget Herlihy excelled for James Weldon’s side, with 29 points and 11 rebounds, while captain Edel Thornton and Sorcha Tiernan also played key roles in the victory, scoring 14 points apiece. …
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Ireland Head Coach Weldon Names 16-Woman Squad For Home Friendly Against Austria
Ireland head coach James Weldon has included three uncapped players in a 16-strong squad for this weekend’s international friendly with Austria at the National Basketball Arena. Annaliese Murphy (The Address UCC Glanmire), Lauryn Homan (Brunell BC) and Gandy Malou-Mamel (Gill St. Bernard’s) are all in line for international debuts. Limerick teenager, Malou-Mamel (18), recently committed to play at the University …
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Ireland Reach FIBA U20 Women’s European Championships Quarter-Finals
Ireland are through to the quarter-finals of the FIBA U20 Women’s European Championship, following a hard-fought 67-64 win over tournament hosts Romania on Sunday. University of Galway Mystics player Hazel Finn exemplified the defensive determination amongst the team with 10 steals, to go along with her 18 points. Sarah Hickey also shone with her all-round game, picking up nine rebounds, …
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