Mumbai : Formidable YMCA International House halted Andheri YMCA with a 37-13 win to cruise into the girls’ under-18 championship round, in the 125th YMCA Open Basketball Tournament.
After leading 12-7 at half-time, International launched a second-half onslaught to swell the tally to 20-10 at the end of the third quarter before going on the rampage in the fourth and final quarter. Led by pivot Ria Ravi and Rinisha Fernandes, Andheri’s challenge was quelled as they struggled to breach the strong International defence.Bandra YMCA entered the boys’ under-18 semi-finals following a 44-33 win over Andheri YMCA. Aarmean Askari top-scored for Bandra, while Amaan Khan contributed the most for Andheri with 12 points.
Trailing 13-16 at half-time, 360 Life Changer overcame Navi Mumbai Sports Association 40-37 in a men’s first round thriller.