The Dominican Republic failed to make it into the select four that will represent the Americas in the World Juvenile Basketball Games. The DR placed fifth in the regular round of the Pan-American Championships taking place in Puerto Plata 4-11 July. The Dominican team defeated Canada 107-99 in the last game played at the event in Puerto Plata. Canada had won the first half 53-51. The semifinals begin today. Venezuela will play Argentina, the US will play Brazil.
