Fournier dominant with 20 points, 23 rebounds as Canada advances to U19 basketball World Cup semis

Toby Fournier had 20 points and 23 rebounds as Canada advanced to the semifinals of the FIBA Under-19 Women's Basketball World Cup with an 82-69 win over Mali on Friday in Madrid.

It's Canada's first trip to the semifinals at the tournament since 2017. The 2017 squad earned a bronze medal, Canada's first-ever medal by a U19 women's team on the world stage.

Cassandre Prosper chipped in 22 points, 10 rebounds and five assists, while Syla Swords added another 21 points for Canada.

Historic performance

Fournier was a monster on the glass on both ends of the court, with 11 offensive and 12 defensive boards. She also added three blocks while becoming the first Canadian to register a 20-point, 20-rebound double-double in tournament history.

Led by Swords — who went four-of-seven from distance — Canada shot 50 per cent (seven-of-14) from three-point range.

Sira Thienou led Mali with 20 points.

Canada will next face host Spain in Saturday's semifinals. The United States and France will meet in the other semifinal game Saturday.

The final is on Sunday.

WATCH | Fournier chats with CBC Sports:

'I got a huge reaction from dunking': Canadian women's basketball player Toby Fournier

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Toby Fournier is a 17-year-old basketball player on the Canadian women's basketball team. She spoke to CBC Sports about showcasing her dunking abilities and representing Canada on the world stage.

Canadian roster

Guards:

• Emma Koabel — Port Colborne, Ont.
• Cassandre Prosper — Montreal
• Syla Swords — Sudbury, Ont.
• Jasmine Bascoe — Milton, Ont.
• Delaney Gibb — Raymond, Alta.
• Mary-Anna Asare — Pickering, Ont.
• T'yana Todd — Toronto

Forwards:

• Marah Dykstra — Vancouver
• Toby Fournier — Toronto
• Achol Akot — Ottawa
• Ajok Deng Obed Madol — Regina

Centres:

• Jada Bediako — Brampton, Ont.