Czech Republic wins U12 European Championship

The Czech Republic has won the U12 European Championship in Hluboka/Zliv, Czech Republic. They defeated Russia 19-1 in the championship game to defend their title. Lithuania finished in third place after beating Israel in the bronze medal game.

In total eight teams participated in the tournament from July 9 to 13, 2012. The Czech Republic and Russia marched through the first rounds undefeated to meet in the finals. Austria, Belarus, Slovenia and Romania also participated.

Final Standings:

1) Czech Republic
2) Russia
3) Lithuania
4) Israel
5) Austria
6) Belarus
7) Slovenia
8) Romania