Guyton sidelined in Brazil loss, Parchment and Canada reach FIBA final
Illini trio faces varying results in Guadalajara.
Brazil's pursuit of the sole Olympic qualifying berth in Guadalajara concluded in the semifinals as star player Aaliyah Guyton was sidelined due to injury. Canada, on the other hand, advanced to the championship game, just one win away from securing their spot in the tournament. Brazil, opening the game with a 19-7 lead, could not maintain their advantage as Mexico staged a 10-0 run and took control before halftime.
The match remained competitive until the final whistle, with Bella Nascimento leading the charge for Brazil with 17 points. Unfortunately, Guyton, who had been a key performer for her team throughout the tournament, was ruled out for the remainder of the competition due to a mild sprain in her right knee. Despite her absence, Canada demonstrated a strong performance, defeating New Zealand 86-71 and maintaining an unbeaten record heading into the championship game.
The Canadian team, led by Cearah Parchment, will face host Mexico in the finals, with the winner earning a spot in the 2028 FIBA Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournaments.
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