Garlepp’s Gems edge Canada to reach gold medal game
July 20, 2025 | Sydney Flames news
Sydney Flames’ Renae Garlepp and her Australian Gems are into the FIBA under 19s World Cup final, after defeating Canada 87-75 on Sunday morning (AEST).
The Gems, which also features Flame #228 Bonnie Deas, led at the first change (22-20) in Brno, Czech Republic and never looked back – winning the final three periods to run out 12-point winners.
Garlepp’s side, who are now 5-0 in the tournament, will take on the United States (who defeated Spain 70-58 in the other semi-final) for the gold medal, which tips off at 4am AEST Monday morning.
Fans can watch the gold medal game live on the FIVA YouTube Channel.