

Adelitas del Estado de Chihuahua Women powered to an impressive 89–76 victory over Fuerza Regia de Monterrey Women on May 20, 2026, in a pivotal LNBPF Women’s league encounter. The home side dominated from the opening quarter, showcasing a balanced offensive attack and stifling defense to claim a crucial win in front of their passionate supporters.
Match Overview
Playing at their home venue in Chihuahua, Adelitas showed why they are considered one of the top contenders in the Mexican women’s basketball league. The team shot efficiently from the field and controlled the tempo throughout the contest. Fuerza Regia, known for their disciplined play, struggled to contain the explosive scoring runs of the Adelitas offense, particularly in the second and third quarters. By the final buzzer, the home team had built a comfortable 13-point margin, reflecting their superiority on the night.
Key Moments
- First Quarter Surge: Adelitas opened the game with a 12-2 run, capitalizing on fast-break opportunities and strong interior scoring. Fuerza Regia called an early timeout to regroup, but the home team’s momentum was already set.
- Third Quarter Separation: Leading by just five at halftime, Adelitas came out of the locker room determined to break the game open. A 9-0 spurt in the third quarter pushed the lead to double digits, and Fuerza Regia never recovered within striking distance.
- Clutch Free-Throw Shooting: In the final minutes, Adelitas padded their lead by converting 10 of 12 free-throw attempts, sealing the win with composure under pressure.
Standout Players
For Adelitas, the backcourt duo of Alondra Hernández and Karla Martínez proved unstoppable. Hernández poured in a game-high 24 points, including four three-pointers, while Martínez dished out 8 assists and added 16 points. Forward Valeria López dominated the glass with 12 rebounds and contributed 10 points, recording a double-double. On the Fuerza Regia side, point guard Mónica Ríos led her team with 20 points and 5 assists, but lacked consistent support from her teammates.
Table and Season Impact
The victory moves Adelitas del Estado de Chihuahua Women into a stronger position in the LNBPF Women’s standings, improving their record to 8-3 for the season. The win also extends their home-court winning streak to five games. For Fuerza Regia, now at 6-5, the loss snaps a two-game winning run and highlights the need for improved defensive cohesion as the playoffs approach. With this result, Adelitas send a clear message to the rest of the league that they are serious championship contenders in 2026.
