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Team Wales Smashes India in Commonwealth Games Basketball Opener
25 Jul
Summary
- Wales women's 3x3 wheelchair basketball team secured a dominant victory over India.
- Captain Anastasia Blease led the team with seven points in the historic match.
- Wheelchair 3x3 basketball features unique rules like a 12-second shot clock.
Team Wales made its Commonwealth Games debut in 3x3 wheelchair basketball, with the women's team achieving a commanding 16-1 victory over India.
Captain Anastasia Blease was instrumental in the win, scoring seven points, complemented by five from Molly Lander and four from Libi Phillips. Blease expressed her elation at the historic moment and the crowd's energy.
The men's team is also set to compete, facing Malaysia later today, followed by matches against South Africa and Scotland. Both Welsh teams received wildcards for their debut after strong qualifying performances.
Wheelchair 3x3 basketball is a fast-paced 10-minute game played with three players per side, a 12-second shot clock, and a single hoop. The first team to reach 21 points wins, or the leading team after 10 minutes.
