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At the Iván de Bedout Coliseum, the final stages of the second edition of the WBL of the Americas will take place:
4:30 pm Phoenix of the United States vs. Sportiva Italiana of Chile
7:00 pm Indeportes Antioquia vs. Unión Florida of Argentina
The current champions are, precisely, the Antioquia quintet of Indeportes, who for this tournament were reinforced with Mabel Martínez, MVP of the last and only edition of the competition that was held in the municipality of Rionegro and in which, the Antioquias defeated a team from Uruguay. In addition, Diana Prens, who plays in the post position and has been part of the Colombian National Team, also made up the department’s squad.
Prior to the final phase, the continental squads were divided into two zones (south and north). The southern zone was made up of Ferro, Unión Florida, Sportiva Italiana, Monarca de Chile and Malvín.
And, in the northern zone, there were the Bay Area Phoenix, Indeportes Antioquia, Salvadoreñas and Pioneras de Delicias de México teams.
According to official FIBA statistics, “Unión Florida’s bench averages 36.0 points per game and doubles the production of Antioquia’s substitutes (16.0). That gap could be reduced with the addition of Mabel Martínez because Daihana Murillo (5.7 PTS) could now come in with the second unit. If the locals manage to match that aspect, their chances will increase.”
On the other hand, Antioquia coach Luis Cuenca acknowledged that it will be a complex and challenging semifinal: «We hope that the team will be competitive with the two new addictions. We have analyzed the rest of the rivals, we know that the Argentine team is doing very well. It is a team with a lot of rhythm and dynamics. We will surely see a very even and entertaining competition between the four teams that are in this instance.”
2024-11-01 20:49:00
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**Interview with Mabel Martínez, MVP of the Last WBL of the Americas Edition**
**Editor:** Welcome, Mabel! It’s great to have you here as Indeportes Antioquia prepares for the crucial matches in the second edition of the WBL of the Americas. How are you feeling as you step into this tournament?
**Mabel Martínez:** Thank you for having me! I’m feeling excited and a bit nervous, but more than anything, I’m ready to contribute to the team as we aim for another championship. Last year was an incredible experience, and I hope we can build on that in the upcoming games.
**Editor:** You were named MVP in the previous edition. What does that recognition mean to you, and how do you plan to leverage that experience in this tournament?
**Mabel Martínez:** Being named MVP was a huge honor. It motivates me to keep working hard and helps me understand the importance of teamwork. This year, I want to focus not just on my individual performance but also on uplifting my teammates. We have a strong squad, and I believe our collective efforts will make the difference.
**Editor:** Indeportes Antioquia will be facing Unión Florida from Argentina later today. What are your thoughts on this matchup?
**Mabel Martínez:** Unión Florida is a formidable opponent. We’ve done our homework, and I can assure you that we respect their capabilities. Our coaching staff has prepared us, and I think if we play our game—strong defense and smart offense—we can come out on top.
**Editor:** This is an exciting tournament that showcases top talent from across the Americas. How do you feel about the level of competition you’re facing?
**Mabel Martínez:** The competition is fierce! Every team here has quality players who can change the game at any moment. It pushes us to elevate our game and stay focused. That’s what makes tournaments like this so thrilling.
**Editor:** what message do you have for your fans who will be supporting you during these matches?
**Mabel Martínez:** To our fans, thank you for your unwavering support! Your energy fuels us on the court. We’re playing not just for ourselves but for you as well. We’ll give it our all to make you proud!
**Editor:** Thank you, Mabel, for sharing your insights. Best of luck in today’s match and throughout the tournament!
**Mabel Martínez:** Thank you! We appreciate it!
