La Sagesse

Wasl: Al Riyadi Signs the Grand Slam, Sagesse Sinks into Doubt

Two Lebanese clubs engaged in WASL-West Asia, two opposite dynamics. Al Riyadi once again imposed its supremacy by claiming a third consecutive title and a flawless group stage (8 wins, 0 losses). Sagesse ended its campaign with two home losses, against Tabiat on Saturday then Al Difaa Al Jawi on Sunday. Al Riyadi: The Three-Peat Victorious over ...

WASL: Al Riyadi's Head in the Stars, Sagesse Clings to the Podium

It was written. But it still had to be done. And Al Riyadi did it with authority. By dominating Amman United 84-66 on Saturday night, the Yellows secured their third consecutive FIBA WASL-West Asia crown. A monumental “three-peat,” etched in golden ink at Nouhad Nawfal Stadium. Already qualified for the Final 8, Ahmad Farran’s men didn’t ...

Basketball – WASL: La Sagesse Clinches a Spot in the Final 8

There was no room for error—and they answered with heart… and with fire in their wrists. On Friday night at Nouhad Nawfal, La Sagesse punched its ticket to the Final 8 of the West Asia Super League. Up against a scrappy Jordanian side, the Greens played their game (88–76), led by an on-fire Zach Lofton: 34 points on 13-of-18 shooting, 7 ...

Basketball – WASL: Ticket Clinched for Riyadi, Extended Wait for La Sagesse

They had one goal. And they achieved it. “We wanted to secure our spot in the Final 8. Mission accomplished,” said Riyadi head coach Ahmad Farran, after yet another masterclass from his players.   Against a historic rival, and in a derby that’s always electric, Wael Arakji and his teammates once again showcased their basketball IQ, ...

Basketball: Sagesse Fails at the Foot of the 'Lighthouse'

In a Saeb Salam Arena in fusion, in the heart of Manara–this mythical “lighthouse” of Lebanese basketball–Sagesse almost signed the heist of the century. For three and a half quarters, Jad El Hajj's men laid down the law. Solid, disciplined, transcended by a blazing Zac Lofton (39 points), the Greens dominated an unrecognizable Al Riyadi, ...

Beirut Club Strikes Hard, Al Riyadi Falls, Sagesse at the Top

A plot twist in the Lebanese basketball championship! In an electric atmosphere at Saeb Salam, Beirut Club made a big impact by defeating Al Riyadi (92-86) on their home court, ending the invincibility of the defending champion. This massive achievement completely reignites the race to the top. With this victory, the seventh in a row, Beirut Club ...

Basketball: Riyadi Dominates, Sagesse Wins by a Narrow Margin

Riyadi and La Sagesse remain unbeaten and continue their perfect run in the Lebanese Basketball Championship. Reigning champions Riyadi Beirut cruised past NSA without breaking a sweat, while La Sagesse Beirut had to fight until the last second to edge Homenetmen Beirut in a nail-biting finish on matchday 5. ...

Basketball - WASL: Riyadi Rolls, Sagesse Crumbles

On Saturday night, in this highly anticipated WASL Cup showdown, those expecting a tightly contested battle were quickly disappointed. After a competitive first quarter, Riyadi took control and never let up. More aggressive and better organized, Ahmad Farran’s men dismantled a powerless Sagesse (85-59). “All the credit goes to the players. ...

Basketball: La Sagesse Holds Off Hoops, NSA Falls in Overtime

Two games, two thrilling scenarios and one clear takeaway: victory must be hard-fought in this edition of the Lebanese First Division basketball league. While Homenetmen had to battle into overtime to edge out National Sports Academy-NSA (83-81), La Sagesse got the job done by defeating Hoops (85-79), despite a stellar individual performance from ...

Basketball: Sagesse Defeats Club Central and Sends Out Strong Message

La Sagesse Beyrouth got the 2024-2025 season off to a perfect start in the Lebanese basketball championship, with an authoritative 118-88 victory over Club Central Jounieh. The match, played as part of the first day's action, took place at the Antoine Choueiry hall in Ghazir, in front of almost 1,800 spectators. From the very first minutes, La ...