Edwards has 20 points, 10 boards in Canada's win over France

TORONTO — Aaliyah Edwards had 20 points and 10 rebounds to lift Canada to a 73-56 victory over France on Wednesday night at the inaugural Globl Jam under-23 tournament.

Merissah Russell and Shayeann Day-Wilson scored 17 points apiece for the Canadian women, who improved to 3-0.

Canada previously defeated Belgium and the United States.

Canada's men's team (2-0) was scheduled to face Italy in Thursday's late game at Mattamy Athletic Centre.

All eight teams play in semifinals Saturday. The gold-medal games are Sunday.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 7, 2022.