Homenetmen Antelias are the 2026 Lebanese Women’s Basketball League champions after defeating Al Riyadi Beirut 89-84 in overtime in a thrilling winner-takes-all Game 5 to capture the league title.
In a championship game that lived up to the occasion, Homenetmen showed composure in the extra period to overcome Al Riyadi and complete their title-winning campaign.
Alexis Prince delivered a spectacular performance, finishing with 35 points, 10 rebounds, 2 steals, and 3 blocks, leading Homenetmen on both ends of the floor. Kristine Anigwe dominated the paint with 27 points and 12 rebounds, while Amar Mansour orchestrated the offense with a near triple-double of 12 points, 8 rebounds, and 12 assists.
Al Riyadi fought until the final buzzer behind Rebecca Akl, who posted 28 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists, and 3 steals. Blessing Ejiofor controlled the boards with 21 points and 18 rebounds, while Jacqueline Jones added 21 points and 7 rebounds in the hard-fought defeat.
After five intense games between Lebanon’s top two women’s teams, Homenetmen Antelias emerged victorious, lifting the 2026 Lebanese Women’s Basketball League championship trophy in dramatic fashion.
Final Score: Homenetmen Antelias 89-84 Al Riyadi Beirut (OT)
Series: Homenetmen Antelias win the Finals 3-2.