D’Tigress Tops FIBA Africa Women’s Rankings Following Historic Olympic Performance
Oluwasegun SanusiSeptember 3, 20241 Mins read1.2k 
Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, has asserted its dominance in African basketball, securing the number one spot in the FIBA Africa Women’s Rankings.
This achievement follows their historic performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where they demonstrated their prowess on the global stage despite facing some of the world’s top teams.
The Nigerian team, known for its resilience and skill, has consistently been a force to reckon with in African basketball.
D’Tigress’ historic performance at the just-concluded Olympic Games, where they made headlines and shattered records, was a significant factor in their current top African ranking.
For the first time in 20 years, the team secured a victory at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, defeating the formidable Australian team 75-62 in their opening Group match in Lille, France.
The team’s performance was not only historic but also inspiring, as they became the first African team to reach the quarter-finals of the Olympic women’s basketball tournament.
With their latest ranking, D’Tigress continues solidifying their position as Africa’s leading women’s basketball team, inspiring a new generation of athletes and setting the standard for sports excellence.
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