Greece Wins Gold at World School Basketball Championships

Students from the Hellenic College of Thessaloniki have triumphed at the World School Basketball Championships in Macau, China, bringing home the gold medal.

Their victory came after a decisive 74-63 win against France, with the hall resounding in celebrations and draped in blue and white.

The students expressed immense joy and described their win as “magical and like a dream.” Stavroulla-Aimilia Founta, the school’s director, praised their dedication, noting the intense training and effort that led to their success despite a demanding academic schedule.

Competing against 20 countries, the Thessaloniki team excelled, advancing through Group 2 with opponents from Cyprus, Turkey, Bulgaria, and China. Beyond the competition, the event also featured workshops on student safety in sports venues and anti-doping measures.

(Source: Amna)