ŽKK Radost Čakovec Edge Felix Zasavje in Tight LWB Senior Clash
In a closely fought encounter of the LWB Senior league, ŽKK Radost Čakovec secured a 59-53 victory against Felix Zasavje. The match, played on November 14, 2026, unfolded with intense competition over four quarters, where both teams exchanged momentum but ultimately fell short of breaking away decisively.
Felix Zasavje took an early lead, outscoring their opponents 11-9 in the first period. However, ŽKK Radost Čakovec responded with stronger second and third quarters, posting 15 and 20 points respectively, slightly edging out Felix's 12 and 17 points in the same periods. The final quarter remained close, with Radost adding 15 and Felix 13, enough to clinch the game.
Laura Bašek was the standout player, showcasing remarkable all-around performance across the full 40 minutes. She poured in 20 points on 42.1% shooting, including 5 of 9 on two-pointers and 3 of 10 from beyond the arc. Her dominance on the glass was undeniable as she secured 18 rebounds (4 offensive, 14 defensive), contributing also with one assist and a steal. Despite committing six turnovers, her effort was pivotal in tilting the balance, as she led her team in efficiency ratings and positive plus-minus figures.
Supporting Bašek, Lori Drk delivered 15 points, combining a flawless 5-for-5 from the free-throw line and productive rebounding (9 total). Her clutch scoring included important baskets in the fourth quarter, helping to keep the margin intact. Also noteworthy was Saša Podobnik's sharpshooting, especially from three-point range with 3 of 4 triples, tallying 15 points and seven rebounds.
On the Felix Zasavje side, Špela Berus led the scoring with 19 points, hitting 6 of 7 two-pointers but struggling from long distance. Iva Vodušek was a key contributor as well, adding 12 points and five rebounds to keep her team competitive throughout. Other contributors like Ksenja Hribljan and Sara Vodlan provided valuable scoring and defensive efforts in a game that required grit and persistence.
The fourth quarter was a test of nerves, with free throws by Lori Drk and Ena Šmitran extending the lead for Radost just enough to withstand a late push from Felix, who had timely buckets from Iva Vodušek. However, the hosts’ resilience in defense and control in the final moments resulted in a deserved win.
ŽKK Radost Čakovec’s ability to dominate on the boards and execute in critical scoring moments proved decisive. This victory boosts their position in the early stages of the 2026/27 LWB Senior season and sets a strong tone for the rounds ahead.
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