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Tartu University/Kalev takes sensational win at RSU/Merks

13.02.2016
Kadri Uiga. Photo: Siim Semiskar

 Tartu University/Kalev players did a perfect job forcing RSU/Merks out of its comfort zone enroute to a huge 66-59 road win on Saturday, February 13.

 

 

RSU/Merks won all games against the Tartu University, averaging 33 points more in their previous five encounters.

 

The guests were outrebounded (38-49) especially on the offensive end (9-25).

 

They scored less second chance points (2-24) however they held their opponents to 59 points.

 

Tartu University/Kalev improved to 7-8, while RSU/Merks dropped to 7-6.

 

All time series: 1-5 (this season 1-1).

 

Stat of the game: the hosts made 24 field goals on 79 attempts, while Tartu players connected 23 of 52 attempts.

 

Stars of the game: Gerli Lõhmus had 14 points on 6-of-9 shooting from the field.

 

Johanna Eliise Teder added 14 points, five rebounds, three steals and five forced fouls.

 

Kadri Uiga scored 10 points and grabbed 12 rebounds.

 

Next games: Latvijas Universitāte vs Tartu University/Kalev (February 14), RSU/Merks vs Latvijas Universitāte (February 18).