Egypt U17 Women’s Basketball Team Begins World Cup Campaign Against New Zealand
Egypt’s U17 Women’s Basketball Team starts its journey in the FIBA U17 Women’s World Cup in the Czech Republic with a strong opening match against New Zealand.
Egypt’s U17 Women’s Basketball Team begins its campaign in the FIBA U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup, hosted by the Czech Republic from July 11 to 19, with a competitive opening match against New Zealand.
Egypt vs New Zealand Match Details
Match Time and Venue
The match between Egypt and New Zealand will take place at 3:15 PM Cairo time at Starez Vodova Arena in Brno, Czech Republic.
Egypt competes in Group D alongside Italy, Canada, and New Zealand.
Egypt’s Journey in the U17 Women’s World Cup
Group Stage Qualification System
All four teams in Group D will advance to the Round of 16, giving Egypt an opportunity to compete strongly from the beginning of the tournament.
The Egyptian team qualified for the World Cup after winning the African U16 Championship last year against Ivory Coast.
Egypt U17 Women’s Basketball Squad
The squad includes:
- Mariam Hazem
- Judy Waleed
- Hania Nasser
- Judy Mohamed
- Fatma Mohamed Hassan
- Laila Hossam
- Hala Moataz
- Sidra Haitham
- Zeina Ayman Halim
- Dana Sherif Genidy
- Habiba Karim Sherour
- Habiba Gamal
Coaching Staff
The technical staff includes:
- Mohamed Mahrous – Head Coach
- Nihal Saad – Assistant Coach
- Maged Salama – Coach
- Ahmed Gowaily – Specialist
- Farid Samir – Fitness Coach
- Dr. Fatma Gamal – Team Doctor
- Mona Mohamed – Team Administrator
The Egyptian delegation is headed by Captain Mohamed Ehab Mohsen, a member of the Egyptian Basketball Federation board.
Egypt’s Ambitions in the World Cup
Egypt enters the tournament with high ambitions after achieving continental success, hoping to deliver strong performances against the world’s top teams and highlight the progress of women’s basketball in Egypt.
When is Egypt vs New Zealand in the U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup?
The match is scheduled for Saturday at 3:15 PM Cairo time.
Where is the U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup held?
The tournament is held in the Czech Republic from July 11 to 19.
Which group is Egypt in?
Egypt is in Group D with Italy, Canada, and New Zealand.
How did Egypt qualify for the World Cup?
Egypt qualified after winning the African U16 Championship.
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