Israel U18 Women Beat Austria 78-63 to Return to EuroBasket Division A

Israel's under-18 women's basketball team beat Austria 78-63 in Tulcea, Romania, to reach the Division B final and secure an immediate return to EuroBasket Division A one year after relegation. Israel led 36-33 at halftime, then used a 9-0 run late in the third quarter to build a 60-51 advantage. Maya Zilbershlag led Israel with 23 points, nine rebounds and four assists, while Rotem Sticlaru added 20 points, six rebounds and six assists. Israel will face host Romania in Sunday's final, with both teams already promoted.