Salome Svani collects MVP award to headline All-Star Five

Georgia's Salome Svani was named Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the FIBA U18 Women's EuroBasket 2025, Division C tournament after leading her team to victory over Armenia in the Final. She also headlined the tournament's All-Star Five.

Svani was the tournament's leading scorer, averaging 27.3 points per game with an efficient 52.3 percent field goal shooting. In the Final, she delivered 26 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals, providing crucial composure in the fourth quarter to secure Georgia's 63-60 win. Her energy, leadership, and clutch play were instrumental in Georgia's title run.

Armenia's Seda Gabrielyan, named to the All-Star Five, powered her team's historic run to the Final. She ranked third in scoring (20.7 ppg), first in rebounding (13 rpg), and third in assists (5 apg). In the Final, she nearly engineered an upset with a remarkable performance of 26 points, 21 rebounds, 6 assists, and 6 steals, almost overcoming a double-digit deficit.

Malta's Sara Fenech, another All-Star Five member, was central to her team's bronze medal success. She averaged a double-double (15.4 points, 11.0 rebounds) and 5.4 assists per game, ranking third in rebounds and second in assists overall. Her all-around play was highlighted by a 21-point, 14-rebound, 7-assist game against Georgia in the Group Phase.

Albania's Emilia Lazo earned an All-Star Five spot as a key playmaker, averaging 17 points and 3.8 assists per game (ranking fourth and fifth respectively). Her composure, creativity, quick decision-making, and ability to break down defenses were vital for Albania's offense, helping them finish fourth.

Georgia's Nitsa Sabadashvili rounded out the All-Star Five as her team's dominant interior force. She averaged 26.8 points and 11.3 rebounds per game, ranking among the top scorers and rebounders. Sabadashhili showcased her offensive power with a 56-point game against Gibraltar and recorded a crucial double-double (13 points, 13 rebounds) in the Final. Her relentless effort and inside presence were key to Georgia's championship victory.