Armani Junior Olimpia Milano is the new U-15 Italian champion after beating Blu Orobica (68-52) in the big final played in Caserta. Jacopo Bristot ('96) led the victory with 22 points (11/15 FG), 11 rebounds and 3 steals for a 30 valoration. Beside him also shined Andrea Picarelli ('96) with 19 points (8/15 FG), 4 boards and 1 steal. At the losing effort Diego Flaccadori ('96) had 15 points and 9 rebounds (even 9 turnovers). In the game for the third final position Junior Basket Leoncino Venezia beat Fortitudo Bologna (68-74). Giovanni Allodi ('96) wasn't enough even he ended with a huge double-double: 18 points, 16 boards and 6 steals. For Junior Basket Giovanni Freschi ('96) nailed 24 with 3/6 from downtown and Riccardo Rossato ('96) 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 steals (even 8 turnovers).

 

Rossato was selected the MVP of the Final Round. Who were named in the All-Tournament Team also? Flaccadori (Blu Orobica), Davide Vercesi ('96, Milano), Martino Mastellari ('96, Fortitudo) and Bristot (Milano). Best 3-pointer shooter? Picarelli (Milano). Best coach? Andrea Schiavi (Blu Orobica).

 

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