The Canadian women’s wheelchair basketball team secured their second win at the world championships held in Ottawa, dominating Australia with a score of 79-30 at Carleton University on Thursday.
Kady Dandeneau, a seasoned player from Pender Island, B.C., once again stood out, achieving game-highs of 33 points and six assists, while also contributing 12 rebounds.
Arinn Young, hailing from St. Albert, Alberta, added 20 points and grabbed 14 rebounds, forming a formidable partnership that has propelled Canada to a solid 2-0 start in the women’s division among 12 nations.
Canada began the game with vigor, racing to a 17-10 lead by the end of the first quarter, which would mark the closest Australia would come in a one-sided affair.
In a display of dominance, Canada finished the fourth quarter with an impressive 25-4 scoring run.
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The Canadian team shot an impressive 51 percent (36/70) from the field and 50 percent (3/6) from three-point range.
Earlier on Wednesday, the women’s squad began their world championship journey with a 76-51 victory against Spain at TD Place.
Next, the Canadian women will face China at TD Place on Saturday at 3 p.m.
The Canadian men’s team also had a strong start on Wednesday, defeating Morocco 74-51. They will take on Germany at Carleton University at 12 p.m. ET on Friday.
This year’s competitions for both men and women are being held in Ottawa.
Watch the host Canadians face off against Australia at the Ottawa 2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships.
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