IDK Gipuzkoa W edged Spar Girona Women 56-53 in a tense, defense-first contest in the Liga Femenina de Baloncesto on 26 October 2026. The visitors held their nerve in the final minutes, producing a decisive late run to steal a narrow road win.

Match overview

The game was closely fought from the opening tip, with neither side able to establish a significant advantage. IDK Gipuzkoa led 15-14 after the first quarter, 29-27 at halftime and 42-39 after three periods. Spar Girona threatened to take control in the fourth, but Gipuzkoa’s defense and timely shot-making proved decisive in the closing minutes.

The final score of 56-53 reflected the defensive intensity on both sides. Points were hard to come by, and every possession felt important down the stretch.

Key moments

With Girona leading 48-45 midway through the fourth quarter, IDK Gipuzkoa produced a 7-0 run to take a 52-48 advantage. The burst included a contested jump shot, an offensive rebound and a three-pointer from the wing. Girona responded with a basket to cut the deficit to two, but Gipuzkoa answered with free throws to keep their noses in front.

Girona had a final opportunity to tie the game, but a well-defended three-point attempt missed, and Gipuzkoa secured the rebound to seal the win.

Tactical story

Both teams prioritized defense, resulting in a low-scoring game with limited transition opportunities. IDK Gipuzkoa did a strong job of contesting Girona’s perimeter shots and limiting second-chance points in the fourth quarter. Their half-court offense was patient, and they made several key shots late in the clock.

Spar Girona Women controlled the rebounding battle for long stretches and generated good looks inside, but their outside shooting deserted them at crucial moments. The hosts also struggled to convert free throws in the final period, which proved costly in such a tight game.

Standout players

• Nerea López led IDK Gipuzkoa with 17 points, including the crucial three-pointer in the fourth quarter.
• Ainhoa Etxarri added 11 points and 8 rebounds, giving the visitors a strong presence in the paint.
• Marta Fernández top-scored for Spar Girona with 15 points and 9 rebounds.
• Laura Puig contributed 12 points for Girona, while Gipuzkoa’s defense forced several late turnovers.

Season impact

The win is a confidence boost for IDK Gipuzkoa W in the Liga Femenina de Baloncesto and shows their ability to close out tight road games. For Spar Girona Women, the defeat is a narrow one that will sting, especially after leading in the fourth quarter. Girona will look to sharpen their late-game execution and perimeter shooting, while Gipuzkoa will aim to build on a disciplined defensive performance.