Illini trio represents Brazil, Canada on international stage
Guyton, Vasconcelos, and Parchment represent their countries in Mexico.
Three Illinois women's basketball players are representing their respective countries in the FIBA Women’s Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament in Guadalajara, Mexico. Aaliyah Guyton, Lety Vasconcelos, and Cearah Parchment are competing for Brazil and Canada, respectively. Guyton and Vasconcelos represent Brazil, while Parchment plays for Canada.
Brazil started the tournament against South Sudan, falling behind early but managed a comeback with a 9-0 fourth-quarter surge, ultimately winning 49-48. Guyton led the charge with 20 points, three rebounds, and two assists, driving the team into overtime. Brazil's 63-61 victory kept them in contention for Olympic qualification.
Vasconcelos, who played alongside Guyton in Brazil’s recent successes, averaged 4 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 0.8 assists during the South American Qualifiers. Parchment, Canada's representative, entered the tournament averaging 8.1 points, six rebounds, and 2.6 assists, making her FIBA Senior Women’s National Team debut. With Brazil and Canada placed in different groups, the Illini players may face each other on August 22 or compete for the tournament championship on August 23.
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