Somto Okafor, the incoming UCLA freshman, was crowned Most Valuable Player of the FIBA U18 Women's EuroBasket after Spain completed a perfect 7‑0 run through the competition.
In the championship game, Spain routed France 82‑46, with Okafor contributing 17 points, six rebounds and two steals in just 27 minutes of play.
Her efficiency was a highlight: she shot 51.4% from the field and 56.2% from beyond the arc, ranking second overall in the tournament while also converting 6‑of‑10 two‑point attempts and 5‑of‑6 free throws.
A Rising Star
Okafor’s impact extended beyond the scoresheet; she finished with a plus‑21 rating and became the youngest player ever selected to the All‑Star Five, underscoring her rapid ascent toward a collegiate career at UCLA.
Croatia's Scoring Machine
While Spain dominated the offensive charts, Croatia’s Olivia Vukosa emerged as the tournament’s top scorer, averaging 24.9 points and setting a single‑game record of 46 points.
Spain’s average of 84.8 points per game underscored their superiority, a margin that left opponents scrambling to keep pace throughout the seven‑game stretch.