Felix Zasavje storm past Team Kärnten in LWB U13 statement win
In a one-sided outing in the LWB U13 (2025/26 season, round 3) on 17 January 2026 at Športna dvorana Polaj Trbovlje, Felix Zasavje overwhelmed Team Kärnten 77–27. The scoreline tells the story: a blistering opening half produced a 54–0 margin and effectively decided the contest long before the final buzzer.
The first quarter was a clinic in transition and inside finishing. An opening surge turned into a 35–0 quarter, fuelled by a succession of high-percentage finishes and relentless work on the offensive glass. That dominance continued into the second period (19–0), leaving Team Kärnten scrambling for answers and forcing them to reset at halftime.
Offensive balance and physical control of the boards were the difference. Ivešič Inna exploded for a game-high 27 points on 12-of-18 shooting, tacking on six rebounds and a +22 efficiency that earned her player-of-the-game honors. Her activity around the rim and ability to convert in traffic provided the team's go-to scoring option throughout the first half and again late in the fourth.
Support came from several teammates. Strgaršek Taja was a force on the glass, finishing with 20 rebounds (including 17 offensive), and supplied timely baskets. Ibrić Hana turned in a near double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds, while Resnik Ema and Jurišić Tinaja contributed on both ends to keep the tempo high and the scoreboard ticking.
Team Kärnten showed character in the second half, outscoring their opponents in the third period and finding better looks inside. Zarfl Marie (10 points, 12 rebounds) and Scharf Lena (9 points) were the main offensive sparks as they began to chip away, but the deficit was too large to overcome. Hassler Sophia also chipped in with 4 points and a solid 10-rebound performance that highlighted the team’s resilience late in the contest.
Tactically, the winning side leveraged interior attacks and second-chance opportunities to build an early cushion, while disciplined closeouts and timely fouling limited Team Kärnten’s rhythm. The visitors’ third-quarter adjustments showed promise, but the first-half hole proved decisive.
Final statistics underline the imbalance: a comprehensive scoring spread for the winners and a rebounding edge that repeatedly turned defense into offense. For Team Kärnten, the game offered lessons in early-game execution and the need to respond to pressure; for Felix Zasavje, it was a statement performance that showcased depth and physicality at the U13 level.
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