The Calaisiennes quickly took the lead (9-2, 3rd). Sensing the danger, the Alsatians concentrated but continued to suffer (17-10, 6th). From then on, Strasbourg tightened the defense but Calais kept watch. The first quarter ended 27-14. Maintaining the pace, the locals held the top in Strasbourg (34-14, 12th). Clumsy, Strasbourg was struggling to catch up despite the concentration (37-22.17th). The break read 44-26. Back on the floor, the two teams were on an equal footing and Calais resisted despite an Alsatian desire to do well (52-33, 25th). The third period is …
.
