Ireland-Israel basketball fixture to go ahead despite boycott of some players

Basketball Ireland has confirmed that the Ireland Women’s game with Israel will go ahead next week, despite some players’ decision to boycott in protest of Israel’s actions in Gaza. “Basketball Ireland is obliged to fulfill this fixture, as failing to do so will result in a significant fine from FIBA Europe of €80,000,” said a spokesman. The game, which will …

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Ireland suffer 100-48 defeat to France in opening EuroBasket qualifier

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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