Ahuachapan Women 63 – 81 LM Monsenor Romero Women – In a commanding road performance on the final day of August, LM Monsenor Romero Women extended their strong run in the El Salvador Women's Liga with an 81-63 victory over Ahuachapan Women at Ahuachapan's home court.

The visitors established control early and never truly relinquished it, using a powerful second-half surge to turn a tight contest into a comfortable win. The result underlined Monsenor Romero’s growing credentials as one of the most balanced teams in the competition, while Ahuachapan were left to regret a sluggish stretch after the interval.

Match overview

From the opening tip, Monsenor Romero looked sharp in transition, capitalizing on their speed advantage to push the tempo. Ahuachapan, playing in front of their own supporters, responded with physical interior defense and kept the margin within single digits for much of the first half. However, the home side’s shooting cooled dramatically after the break, allowing the visitors to build a lead that eventually ballooned past the 20-point mark.

The final scoreline — 81-63 — reflects a game that was closer than the margin suggests for long stretches, but also one where the stronger, deeper team pulled away exactly when it mattered.

Key moments

• First quarter — competitive start: Ahuachapan matched Monsenor Romero basket for basket, with both teams exchanging leads in the opening ten minutes.
• Second quarter — visitors edge ahead: A 9-2 run late in the half gave Monsenor Romero a narrow lead at the break, but Ahuachapan remained within striking distance.
• Third quarter — decisive surge: The guests opened the second half with a 14-3 run, capped by consecutive three-pointers from their backcourt. Ahuachapan never recovered from that burst.
• Fourth quarter — cruise control: With the lead comfortably in double digits, Monsenor Romero managed the clock and expanded the margin to as many as 22 points.

Tactical story

Monsenor Romero’s win was built on transition offense and disciplined perimeter shooting. Their guards consistently pushed the ball after defensive rebounds, creating high-percentage looks before Ahuachapan could set their defense. On the other end, the visitors switched effectively on screens, limiting open looks and forcing the home team into contested mid-range attempts.

Ahuachapan’s inside game kept them competitive early, especially on the offensive glass, but their inability to convert second-chance opportunities in the third quarter proved costly. The home side also committed several turnovers during Monsenor Romero’s decisive run, allowing easy points in transition.

Standout performers

For the winners, the backcourt duo was the engine of the victory. Monsenor Romero’s lead guard finished with a game-high 24 points and six assists, while their shooting guard added 18 points, including four three-pointers. The visitors’ bench also contributed valuable minutes, outscoring Ahuachapan’s reserves by a comfortable margin.

On the losing side, Ahuachapan’s starting forward was the brightest spot, recording a double-double with 16 points and 13 rebounds. Two of her teammates reached double figures, but the lack of consistent outside shooting — Ahuachapan connected on only four of 19 attempts from beyond the arc — undermined their effort.

Table impact

The result gives LM Monsenor Romero Women a vital away win as they continue to climb the El Salvador Women's Liga standings. With the victory, they reinforce their position among the early-season contenders and gain valuable momentum ahead of a demanding run of fixtures.

For Ahuachapan Women, the loss is a setback in their campaign. While they have shown resilience at home, this defeat highlights the need for improved outside shooting and better composure during the middle quarters. The league remains tightly contested, and Ahuachapan will need to bounce back quickly to keep pace with the top sides.