"After 19 playoff games, we found ourselves fighting for survival. We lost game one but then built a great series," commented coach Paolo Citrini. Last night's 66-51 victory over Brixia at PalaSerradimigni secured Dinamo Women's sixth consecutive season in the women's A1 league.
A comeback victory after a home loss in the opening game. A victory they needed despite the injury to American forward Richards, with the Italians playing a key role, especially Ashley Egwoh, who, after scoring 21 points and 7 rebounds in Game 2, produced a double-double of 10 points and 11 rebounds. The key was the team's defense, with the white-and-blue players successfully sapping the Brescia team's offensive potential for two games.
Coach Citrini concluded: "It's a great victory, perhaps even more important than a playoff spot. It was a real lesson, built through hardship, suffering, and even a bit of bad luck. I've been at Dinamo for 15 years, and I know the spirit of this club. I really wanted the team to show it in such an important match. We've had some wonderful moments, but also a lot of suffering. Seeing the girls fight for their jerseys has been one of the best things about these years."
