Felix Zasavje prevail 34-25 over Koš Celovec in LWB U13 Round 2

Felix Zasavje took control of the game in the middle periods and left with a 34-25 victory over Koš Celovec in the LWB U13 clash on 29 November. The contest featured stretches of tight defence, spirited rebounding and a decisive third-quarter run that swung momentum firmly in favour of Felix Zasavje.

Koš Celovec opened strongly, holding an 8-6 edge after the first quarter thanks to early baskets from Ela Potočnik. The visitors answered in the second quarter to turn a one-point deficit into a 16-15 halftime lead, with Inna Ivešić converting inside to keep her side in front.

The game broke open in the third quarter. A succession of inside scores from Jurišić Tinaja and a follow-up by Taja Strgaršek produced an 8-2 quarter that gave Felix Zasavje a clear cushion heading into the fourth. That margin was extended by a balanced fourth-quarter performance — including important baskets from Tiva Požun and another push on the offensive glass from Inaja Jurišić — putting the result beyond doubt.

Individually, Ela Potočnik led Koš Celovec with a team-high 12 points and grabbed eight rebounds, while Meredith Vospernik finished with seven points, seven rebounds and four assists. Big boards were a feature for both sides: Ava Wheeler compiled 12 rebounds despite not scoring, and Jurišić Tinaja delivered a near double-double for Felix Zasavje with 10 points and 10 rebounds.

Felix Zasavje’s scoring was shared: Inna Ivešić added eight points and eight rebounds, and Inaja Jurišić made an impact on the offensive glass with six offensive boards and four points. Defensive discipline and timely interior finishes proved decisive as they converted a competitive first half into a controlled victory.

For Koš Celovec the late attempts to close the gap fell short; free throws and a late 2-pointer from Meredith Vospernik narrowed the difference but the earlier third-quarter swing remained the defining sequence.

Final score: Koš Celovec 25 — Felix Zasavje 34.

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