In the third-place match of the European Basketball Championship in Division "C", the Armenian U16 national team defeated the Azerbaijani U16 team with a final score of 71-63. This victory was a significant achievement for the Armenian basketball players, who demonstrated outstanding play and perseverance throughout the tournament.
One of the most notable players in the Armenian team was Rafayel Masumyan. His contribution to the victory was invaluable: Masumyan scored 20 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, gave 1 assist, and made 6 steals. Thanks to his impressive play, the Armenian team was able to confidently maintain its advantage over the opponent.
Rafayel Masumyan was also included in the symbolic team of the U16 European Championship in Division "C", which recognized his outstanding skill and contribution to the team's success. Over 5 tournament games, Masumyan averaged 15.4 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 1.2 assists.
Results of the Armenian National Team in the Tournament
- Armenia vs San Marino: 72-53
- Armenia vs Kosovo: 60-88
- Armenia vs Gibraltar: 90-38
- Semifinal: Albania vs Armenia: 81-82
- Third place match: Armenia vs Azerbaijan: 71-63
The 2024 European Championship in Division "C" ended as follows:
- Kosovo
- Albania
- Armenia
- Azerbaijan
- San Marino
- Malta
- Moldova
- Gibraltar
