Ateneo Popular Versalles Edges GEVP in Tight Argentina Liga B Contest

In a fiercely contested Argentina Liga B encounter on June 8, 2026, Ateneo Popular Versalles secured a hard-fought 68‑62 victory over GEVP at home. The match, played with high intensity from the opening tip, saw the home side use a strong defensive stretch in the fourth quarter to overcome a resilient GEVP squad and claim two crucial points in the league standings.

Match Overview

Both teams entered the game looking to build momentum in the early stages of the Liga B season. Ateneo Popular Versalles controlled the tempo for much of the first half, but GEVP answered every run with disciplined execution on offense. The score remained close throughout – the margin never exceeded eight points at any stage. By the final minute, the home fans were on their feet as key free throws sealed the result.

Key Moments

• First quarter surge: Ateneo opened with a 10‑2 run, but GEVP quickly regrouped and tied the score at 18‑18 by the end of the period.
• Second half response: After trailing 32‑36 at halftime, the home team came out with renewed energy, outscoring GEVP 20‑14 in the third quarter to take a 52‑50 lead.
• Fourth quarter defense: Ateneo locked down in the final period, holding GEVP to just 12 points while converting timely baskets on the other end. A crucial steal with 90 seconds left stopped a GEVP rally and set up the decisive bucket.

Standout Players

For Ateneo Popular Versalles, the backcourt duo of Lautaro Méndez (19 points, 4 assists) and Facundo Roldán (16 points, 8 rebounds) provided the offensive firepower when it mattered most. Roldán’s work on the offensive glass – three key second‑chance points in the final quarter – proved invaluable.

On the GEVP side, Ignacio Ferreyra led all scorers with 22 points and added 5 rebounds, but his efforts were not enough to overcome a cold shooting night from beyond the arc (3‑of‑12 from three‑point range).

Impact on the Standings

The victory moves Ateneo Popular Versalles into the top half of the Argentina Liga B table, improving to a 3‑1 record at home. GEVP, meanwhile, drops to 2‑2 and will look to bounce back in their next fixture. The result also tightens the race in the middle of the conference, with several teams now separated by just one win.

Looking Ahead

Both sides will have little time to rest: Ateneo faces a tough road test against Club Atlético Lanús next weekend, while GEVP returns home to host Unión de Santa Fe. If this match is any indication, the Argentina Liga B is shaping up to be one of the most competitive seasons in recent memory, with every possession carrying weight in the playoff chase.