The Brazilian team defeated the home squad in Buenos Aires, Argentina (72-67) in the final of the FIBA ​​U-15 South American and proclaimed champion of the continental competition again after having triumphed in the last edition held, in 2018. Who was the figure? Don Pedro Rodrigues Baddini no more nor less.

The Cadet A player was the top scorer in the final with 18 points in 32 minutes on court, and in general he was stellar throughout the tournament. He was the fifth best scorer in the competition with an average of 12.4 Pts per game, and also ninth in assists, averaging 2.0 per game. Hell of a FIBA debut, huh. Brazil swept from end to end, winning all their matches, and the prospect developed in the Sorocabana League, with his family in the stands, made those present dance and applaud with his outstanding performance. After a few days in Brazil, Pedro will return to Torrejón de Ardoz to join his regular activities.

Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay will be the South American representatives in the FIBA ​​U-16 Americas in 2023, along with the USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic and Mexico.

Congratulations, Pedro!