Vendee Challans Use Balanced Attack to Beat Angers 81-69

Vendee Challans produced a composed home performance to defeat Angers 81-69 in France Nationale 1 basketball on October 24, 2026. The hosts controlled the paint, limited second-chance opportunities, and pulled away in the second half to secure a comfortable 12-point victory.

Challans led for nearly the entire game, building a 10-point halftime cushion before weathering a brief Angers run in the third quarter. The win was built on rebounding superiority and efficient inside scoring.

Match Overview

Challans opened with a 23-18 first quarter and extended the lead to 43-34 at halftime. Angers cut the deficit to seven early in the third, but Challans responded with a 10-2 run to restore control. The hosts closed the game with a 20-16 fourth quarter, sealing the result at the free-throw line.

Key Moments

Angers made its biggest push early in the third quarter, using a 7-0 run to trim the lead to 45-41. Challans answered with a decisive 10-2 burst over the next three minutes, capped by a three-point play from center Jules Rocher. The hosts maintained at least an eight-point lead the rest of the way, never allowing Angers to mount a serious comeback.

Tactical Story

Challans dominated the glass, out-rebounding Angers 42-31 and grabbing 14 offensive rebounds. That interior advantage produced 38 points in the paint and 18 second-chance points. Angers relied heavily on jump shots and struggled from three-point range, finishing 6-of-24. Challans also forced 15 turnovers and scored 19 points off those mistakes, turning defense into easy transition opportunities.

Standout Performers

• Baptiste N’Diaye (Vendee Challans): 22 points, 8 assists, and 4 rebounds, orchestrating the offense.
• Jules Rocher (Vendee Challans): 14 points, 13 rebounds, and 3 blocks, controlling the paint.
• Thomas Gautier (Angers): 19 points and 5 rebounds, keeping the visitors competitive.
• Lucas Perrin (Angers): 13 points and 6 assists but shot 5-of-14 from the field.

Season Impact

The victory gives Vendee Challans momentum and reinforces their reputation as a tough home team in France Nationale 1. Angers, meanwhile, will need to improve their rebounding and perimeter shooting to compete against physical opponents. The loss leaves them with work to do as the early-season standings begin to take shape.