Who would have thought the Serbian women’s basketball team would end the European Championship with a 0-3 record? Yes, you read that right – zero wins, three losses! And not just any losses, but crushing defeats, like the last one against Slovenia where they lost by a big margin. The Slovenian team showed who’s boss on the court, led by Jessica Šaronepard with 23 points, while Serbia’s Angela Dugalić tried to save the day with 20 points, but it wasn’t enough. Serbia was already down by 20 points at halftime, and although Marina Maljković’s squad got within seven points with three and a half minutes left, they couldn’t avoid their third loss at the European Championship.
Where Did Serbian Basketball Power Go?
Expectations were high, but reality was brutal. Serbia finished the competition with a 0-3 record in Group B, while Slovenia shined with a 1-2 record, still better than Serbia. Host Italy and Lithuania advanced to the quarterfinals, leaving Serbia out of the playoffs. Is this the end of the era for Serbian women’s basketball or just a bad day on the court? Fans are shocked, and criticism is pouring in from all sides.
The Painful Stats
Angela Dugalić was the top scorer for Serbia with 20 points, while Janković, Nogić, Đirđević, and Turudić added decent numbers, but it wasn’t enough to match Slovenia. On the other side, Slovenia had hot shooters – Šaronepard with 23, Frisčankovec with 17, and Cvijanović with 13 points. The difference in play and energy was obvious, and Serbia looked like they had already given up the fight.
What’s Next for Serbian Women’s Basketball?
This European Championship clearly showed that something needs to change. Is the problem in tactics, players, or preparation? Marina Maljković and her team have many questions to answer. Fans expect better results and a return to former glory. Maybe it’s time for a new generation or a different approach – but one thing is certain, this can’t go on.
Conclusion
Serbian women’s basketball took a hard hit at this European Championship. The loss to Slovenia by a big margin and a 0-3 record in Group B is a wake-up call. Fans are disappointed, and criticism is relentless. Will things change, or is this the beginning of a decline? Only time will tell. Meanwhile, we can only wonder – where did the old Serbian basketball power go?
If you have your own take or think this is overblown, feel free to drop a comment. Who knows, maybe you have the recipe to save Serbian basketball!
