WSBL Finals: Cathay Life Sweeps Telecom 3-0 to Claim 16th Consecutive Championship
Cathay Life Women's Basketball defeated Chunghwa Telecom 3-0 in the WSBL Finals, securing their 16th consecutive championship. Foreign player Shelby Cheslek was named MVP.
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(Central News Agency reporter Li Jian-hong, Taipei, 3rd) The third game of the Women's Super Basketball League (WSBL) finals was held today at Banqiao Stadium. Cathay Life Women's Basketball, powered by foreign player Shelby Cheslek's 18 points and 13 rebounds, easily defeated Chunghwa Telecom 69-44, completing an impressive 16th consecutive championship.
Cathay Life Women's Basketball only took three games to defeat Chunghwa Telecom and win the championship in the best-of-five WSBL finals. They won by an average of 18.7 points in these three games, facing little resistance.
Cathay Life Women's Basketball not only achieved their 16th consecutive WSBL championship but also, including previous amateur league titles, has won 33 championships in the past 34 years, making them virtually unbeatable in domestic women's basketball.
In today's third game of the finals, Cathay Life briefly trailed at the start but quickly took a 24-13 lead in the first quarter. In the second quarter, both teams engaged in a defensive battle, but Cathay Life still held a double-digit lead of 35-20 at halftime.
In the crucial third quarter, Cathay Life, relying on excellent two-point shooting and rebounding advantage, launched a 24-15 offensive run in a single quarter, instantly extending the lead to over 20 points and prematurely declaring victory.
Cathay Life Women's Basketball head coach Cheng Hui-yun stated in a post-game interview with the broadcasting unit, "We played exceptionally well as a team in these three finals games. I thank the players for their dedication and willingness to share responsibility. Everyone stepped up to secure the victory, not just the coach fighting alone."
Cheng Hui-yun added, "I thank the fans for coming to cheer us on, and I thank the players for their hard work. I think what they are most looking forward to now is for me to announce how many days off they will get."
Shelby Cheslek, Cathay Life's foreign player, who averaged 17 points, 11.6 rebounds, and 3 blocks in the three finals games, also successfully received the Finals Most Valuable Player (FMVP) award.
Cheslek said, "I'm very happy to join such a great team. Taiwan's food, weather, fans, teammates, and coaches are all excellent. Of course, I hope to come back next season to continue playing for Cathay Life." (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 1150503
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(Central News Agency reporter Li Jian-hong, Taipei, 3rd) The third game of the Women's Super Basketball League (WSBL) finals was held today at Banqiao Stadium. Cathay Life Women's Basketball, powered by foreign player Shelby Cheslek's 18 points and 13 rebounds, easily defeated Chunghwa Telecom 69-44, completing an impressive 16th consecutive championship.
Cathay Life Women's Basketball only took three games to defeat Chunghwa Telecom and win the championship in the best-of-five WSBL finals. They won by an average of 18.7 points in these three games, facing little resistance.
Cathay Life Women's Basketball not only achieved their 16th consecutive WSBL championship but also, including previous amateur league titles, has won 33 championships in the past 34 years, making them virtually unbeatable in domestic women's basketball.
In today's third game of the finals, Cathay Life briefly trailed at the start but quickly took a 24-13 lead in the first quarter. In the second quarter, both teams engaged in a defensive battle, but Cathay Life still held a double-digit lead of 35-20 at halftime.
In the crucial third quarter, Cathay Life, relying on excellent two-point shooting and rebounding advantage, launched a 24-15 offensive run in a single quarter, instantly extending the lead to over 20 points and prematurely declaring victory.
Cathay Life Women's Basketball head coach Cheng Hui-yun stated in a post-game interview with the broadcasting unit, "We played exceptionally well as a team in these three finals games. I thank the players for their dedication and willingness to share responsibility. Everyone stepped up to secure the victory, not just the coach fighting alone."
Cheng Hui-yun added, "I thank the fans for coming to cheer us on, and I thank the players for their hard work. I think what they are most looking forward to now is for me to announce how many days off they will get."
Shelby Cheslek, Cathay Life's foreign player, who averaged 17 points, 11.6 rebounds, and 3 blocks in the three finals games, also successfully received the Finals Most Valuable Player (FMVP) award.
Cheslek said, "I'm very happy to join such a great team. Taiwan's food, weather, fans, teammates, and coaches are all excellent. Of course, I hope to come back next season to continue playing for Cathay Life." (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 1150503
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