The HD Marines Women’s team edged out GS Kocidar Women in a nail-biting 52–51 victory in the Algeria National A Women’s league on June 2, 2026. The one-point margin reflected a contest defined by defensive grit, late-game composure, and a single critical possession that decided the outcome.

Game Overview

Played at a neutral venue in Algiers, the match was a tense, low-scoring affair from the opening tip. Both teams entered with contrasting styles: HD Marines relied on half-court discipline and physical rebounding, while GS Kocidar attempted to push the pace in transition. Neither side managed to build a lead larger than seven points throughout the four quarters.

Defensive pressure dominated the first half, with GS Kocidar forcing eight turnovers in the opening 12 minutes. However, HD Marines responded with strong interior defense, limiting their opponents to just 22 points at halftime. The score stood at 28–24 in favor of HD Marines after two quarters.

Key Moments

• Third-quarter swing: GS Kocidar opened the second half with a 9–2 run, taking a 33–30 lead with 5:18 left in the period. HD Marines called a timeout and responded with a 7–0 spurt to reclaim control.
• Fourth-quarter drama: With 1:40 remaining, GS Kocidar tied the game at 50–50 after a steal and fast-break layup. HD Marines’ point guard converted one of two free throws to make it 51–50 with 32 seconds left.
• Final possession: GS Kocidar inbounded with 12 seconds on the clock. A contested jumper rimmed out, but the offensive rebound was secured by HD Marines, who immediately drew a foul. One free throw made it 52–50. GS Kocidar had one last chance, but a desperation three-pointer was off target as the buzzer sounded.

Standout Players

For HD Marines Women, center Lina Bouchra recorded a double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds, anchoring both ends of the floor. Her presence in the paint altered several GS Kocidar shots in the final minutes. Guard Sarah Meddour added 12 points, including the decisive free throw, and three assists.

On the GS Kocidar side, forward Nadia Ouled was outstanding with 16 points and 8 rebounds, keeping her team in the game with timely mid-range jumpers. Point guard Rania Mansouri finished with 8 assists but struggled with efficiency, shooting 3-of-11 from the field.

Table and Season Impact

The victory improved HD Marines Women’s record to 6–3 in the Algeria National A Women standings, keeping them in contention for a top-four playoff spot. GS Kocidar dropped to 4–5, now sitting just outside the playoff places. With the season entering its second half, every result carries weight in the tightly contested league.

Head coach Fares Belkacem praised his team’s resilience after the match: “We knew it would be a war. GS Kocidar never gives up, but our defense in the last two minutes was championship-level. We made one more play than they did.”