Canada U18 Women Crush Puerto Rico 104-40 in Historic Rout

Canada U18 Women delivered one of the most dominant performances in recent America U18 Women’s Championship history, demolishing Puerto Rico U18 with a final score of 104-40 on June 10. The game was all but decided after the first quarter, as Canada’s defensive intensity and offensive versatility proved far too much for their opponents.

The Canadians raced out to a 28-8 lead in the opening period, suffocating Puerto Rico’s offense with relentless on-ball pressure and shot-blocking at the rim. Puerto Rico struggled to find any rhythm, shooting below 25% from the field for the game and turning the ball over 27 times.

Record-Breaking Performance

• Scoring onslaught: Canada’s 104 points are the highest tally of the tournament so far, with six players reaching double figures.
• Defensive lockdown: Puerto Rico’s 40 points are the lowest by any team in the championship this year.
• Bench strength: Canada’s reserves outscored Puerto Rico’s entire team 52-40, highlighting the team’s incredible depth.

Key Moments

Canada’s lead ballooned to 30 points by halftime, and the third quarter turned into a shooting exhibition. The Canadians hit five three-pointers in the third frame alone, while their defense forced seven turnovers in the same span. By the end of the period, the score stood at 82-30, and the final quarter was played with running time.

Impact on the Tournament

This emphatic victory sends a clear message to the other contenders: Canada is the team to beat. Their combination of size, speed, and skill makes them a formidable opponent for anyone in the field. For Puerto Rico, the focus will be on recovery and learning from this tough setback as they prepare for their next group-stage game.