Dexia Namur Capitale defeated Waregem 95-43 in a Division 1 women’s basketball match, bouncing back from consecutive losses against Braine and Chartres. Laurent François’s team opened with a 16-2 run and led 23-4 after the first quarter.
Namur Dominates Opening Minutes Against Waregem
Namur entered the fixture determined to reverse their recent form following setbacks in domestic play and European competition. Assistant coach Aurélien Garraux noted that Waregem had previously troubled Braine during the opening weekend, prompting a vigilant start from the hosts. The tactical focus paid off immediately as Namur established a commanding 23-4 advantage after ten minutes of play. By halftime, the scoring margins had widened further, with quarter scores reading 23-4, 25-16, 23-12, and 24-11.
Balanced Scoring and Fast Tempo Define the Victory
Offensive efficiency characterized the remainder of the contest as Namur maintained high tempo across all four quarters. Every member of the roster registered points on the scoreboard, backed by five players scoring 12 points or more. Devos led the scoring sheet with 15 points, including one three-pointer. Cambioli and Febrissy each contributed 13 points, while Zempare and Monteiro Da Silva added 12 points apiece. Saucin chipped in 9 points, Leblon recorded 8, Natabou and Hucorne scored 4 each, Gemine and Fonteyn added 2, and Meunier rounded out the scoring with 1.
Preparation Shifts to European Competition in Slovakia
With domestic duties settled for the weekend, Namur turns its attention to continental competition. The squad travels to face Ruzomberok in Slovakia on Wednesday at 18 h. Assistant coach Aurélien Garraux emphasized that European fixtures demand rigorous focus, noting that previous errors against French side Chartres proved costly during a 0-12 scoring run in the second half of that match. Wednesday’s opponent brings a distinct tactical style compared to French opposition, requiring full readiness from the visiting roster.
