USA Top Dominican Republic to Advance to FIBA Women’s U16 Americas Championship Semifinals

18 June 2023

USA 106, DOM 34

The U.S. advanced to the Women's U16 Americas Championship semifinals after a 106-34 victory over Dominican Republic on Saturday at Poliforum Zamná in Mérida, Mexico. The victory ensures a top-four finish and punches the USA’s ticket to the 2024 FIBA Women’s U17 World Cup in Mexico.

The USA is set to take on Argentina, who defeated Colombia (55-54) in a down-to-the-wire quarterfinal, in semifinals tomorrow. The other side of the bracket pairs Puerto Rico against the winner of Canada vs. Mexico.

The USA-Dominican Republic box score is available here.

TEAM NOTES

Cleaning the Glass: The Americans won the rebound battle against the Dominican Republic, 62-36. The USA has excelled at converting second-chance opportunities, outscoring their opponents 137-9 during the competition.

Keep the Streak Alive: The U.S. had another wire-to-wire win tonight. The team has not trailed in any game this tournament.

Second Half Team: The U.S. controlled the second half and outscored the Dominican Republic, 55-13. The USA has only allowed 48 second-half points through four games.

PLAYER NOTES

Cheers to You Ms. Robinson: Jerzy Robinson finished with her second double-double of the tournament, recording 15 points and 11 rebounds to go with three assists and a team-high six steals. She leads all players in the tournament in scoring, averaging 16.3 points per game.

All Aaliyah: Aaliyah Crump had a game-high 16 points (7-10 FG, 2-4 3FG). She also finished with four rebounds and two steals. Crump has been the team's best three-point shooter statistically and has shot 50% (6-12 3FG) from beyond the arc through four games.

Swain's Still Got It: Hailee Swain finished with 12 points (5-14 FG), two rebounds, three assists and three steals. She joins Robinson as the only players for the U.S. to have scored 10-plus points in each game.