Rising Sudbury Talent Nets Overtime Winner to Crown Canada with Bronze

Sudbury, ON – July 7, 2025 – Local standout Syla Swords, originally from Sudbury, made Canadian basketball history with a clutch basket in double-overtime, securing a dramatic 76–75 win over Argentina and earning the bronze medal at the FIBA Women’s AmeriCup 2025 

Game Highlights

• Swords’ decisive shot came in the second overtime, defeating Argentina by a single point.

• Her performance played a pivotal role in elevating Canada to the podium in a thrilling international showdown 

About Syla Swords

• Hailing from Sudbury, Ontario, Syla is recognized as one of Canada’s most promising young talents in women’s basketball 

• As a key member of Canada’s junior and senior national teams, she's already earned attention for her collegiate career and international contributions

  
  

  Source: https://www.ctvnews.ca/northern-ontario/article/rising-basketball-star-from-sudbury-scores-in-ot-leads-canada-to-win-bronze-medal/