Guyana’s women’s national basketball team records its first win at the FIBA Women’s AmeriCup 2027 CentroBasket Qualifiers in Managua, Nicaragua, defeating the Bahamas 66-57 in a classification game. Multiple reports describe a slow start for Guyana, which trails after the first half. The Bahamas holds a 32-24 lead at halftime, following advantages in the opening quarters. Guyana then improves significantly in the third quarter, outscoring the Bahamas and tightening the contest as the game progresses. The final margin is 66-57, with Guyana completing the comeback and securing the team’s first victory in the tournament.
Scoring contributions highlighted across coverage include a combined offensive output from captain Joy Adams, Ruth Adams, and Anaya Mc David, totaling 55 points for Guyana. The reported swing in Guyana’s performance after halftime, particularly in the third quarter, is cited as a key factor in turning the game around and reaching the win.
