SESI Araraquara Women edged out Cerrado Basquete Women 77–71 in a hard-fought Brazil Liga Feminina de Basquete contest on July 25, 2026. The home side used a strong second-half surge to overcome a stubborn Cerrado outfit and secure a valuable victory in the league standings.

Match Overview

Played at an energetic Araraquara venue, the match started at a frantic pace with both teams trading baskets. Cerrado Basquete Women came out aggressively, using their speed in transition to build an early lead. However, SESI Araraquara’s depth and experience gradually tilted the momentum. The hosts clamped down defensively in the third quarter, outscoring the visitors by eight points to take control. A composed finish in the final minutes – including crucial free throws – ensured the 77–71 final score.

Key Moments

• First-quarter fireworks: Cerrado opened with a 22–18 lead behind sharp outside shooting, forcing SESI to call an early timeout.
• Third-quarter turnaround: SESI outscored Cerrado 24–16, capitalizing on turnovers and second-chance points to take their first significant advantage.
• Clutch free throws: In the last two minutes, SESI’s guards calmly sank 6-of-6 from the line to keep Cerrado at arm’s length.

Standout Players

SESI Araraquara Women – The home team’s frontcourt was dominant, with their center recording a double-double of 18 points and 12 rebounds. The point guard added 14 points and 7 assists, orchestrating the offense efficiently in the second half.

Cerrado Basquete Women – Despite the loss, Cerrado’s shooting guard poured in a game-high 22 points, including four three-pointers. Their power forward also contributed 10 points and 8 rebounds in a gritty effort.

Table & Season Context

The win moved SESI Araraquara into a stronger position in the Brazil Liga Feminina de Basquete standings, strengthening their playoff credentials. Cerrado, meanwhile, continued to show promise but remains in need of consistency in close games. The result also extended SESI’s home winning streak, underscoring the difficulty opponents face when visiting Araraquara.

What’s Next

Both teams will look to build on this performance in their upcoming fixtures. SESI Araraquara Women aim to maintain their upward trajectory, while Cerrado Basquete Women will focus on tightening their defense in crunch time. With the season heating up, every win matters in Brazil’s top women’s basketball league.