Dominican Republic U18 46 – 96 Canada U18 Women
America U18 Women’s Championship – June 11, 2026

Canada’s U18 women’s national team delivered a commanding performance against the Dominican Republic, rolling to a 96–46 victory in a one-sided group stage clash at the America U18 Women’s Championship. The result underlined Canada’s status as one of the tournament’s heavy favorites, while the Dominican Republic will look to regroup ahead of their next assignment.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, Canada imposed its will on both ends of the floor. A stifling full‑court press forced multiple turnovers, and the transition offense converted with ruthless efficiency. By halftime, Canada had built a lead beyond 25 points, and the second half was largely a formality as the bench players received extended minutes. The Dominican Republic struggled to find any rhythm offensively, shooting well below 30% from the field.

Key Moments

• First‑quarter blitz: Canada opened the game on a 14–2 run, silencing any early hopes of an upset.
• Defensive dominance: The Canadian defense recorded 14 steals and forced 22 Dominican turnovers.
• Balanced scoring: Five Canadian players reached double figures, led by guard Mia Johnson’s 19 points.

Standout Players

Canada: Forward Emma Tremblay controlled the paint with 12 rebounds and 4 blocks, while point guard Sophie Chen dished out 8 assists to go with 11 points.
Dominican Republic: Center Mariana Santos was the lone bright spot, tallying 14 points and 9 rebounds against a taller Canadian frontline.

Tournament Implications

The win keeps Canada’s perfect record intact and strengthens their claim for a top seed heading into the knockout rounds. The Dominican Republic, now with a 1‑1 record, will need a strong finish in group play to secure a quarterfinal berth.