Berck/Rang Du Fliers 81–77 Les Sables: Berck Holds On for Narrow Nationale 1 Victory

Berck/Rang Du Fliers edged Les Sables 81–77 in a closely fought France Nationale 1 matchup on May 9, 2026. The home team used a strong first half and timely defense in the closing minutes to secure the win.

Match Overview

Berck came out with energy, building a 10‑point lead by halftime thanks to efficient shooting and aggressive rebounding. Les Sables fought back in the third quarter, cutting the deficit to 4, and the game remained tight until the final possession. A crucial steal and a pair of free throws in the last 20 seconds sealed the result for Berck.

Key Performers

• Berck’s small forward led all scorers with 23 points, including 4 three‑pointers, and added 7 rebounds.
• Les Sables’ center recorded 16 points and 11 rebounds, but his team struggled to contain Berck’s perimeter shooting (38% from deep).
• Free‑throw shooting was again pivotal: Berck made 18 of 22 (82%), while Les Sables hit only 12 of 19 (63%).

Turning Point

Trailing 79–77 with 30 seconds left, Les Sables had the ball but threw a careless pass that Berck’s guard intercepted. He was fouled immediately and converted both free throws to push the lead to 4, effectively ending the contest.

Standings Impact

Berck’s win moved them into the middle of the Nationale 1 table, creating some breathing room from the relegation places. Les Sables remained in the lower half, needing to string together victories to improve their position.