Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.
The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Wizards (13-2) in Darwin on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by fourth ranked Salties (11-4) 90-79. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. 24 personal fouls committed by Wizards helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Forward Chelsea Brook (188-1998) had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Ruby Porter (178-2001, college: Nebraska) chipped in 23 points and 4 steals during the contest. Salties' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was swingman Courtney Woods (183-1997, college: NIU) with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!), 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Salties moved-up to second place, which they share with Logan T. and Sydney C. Wizards at the other side still keep top position with two games lost. They share it with Bulleen B. and Joondalup W.. Salties is looking forward to face Thunder (#3) in Loganholme in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Wizards will play at home against Brisbane Spartans and are hoping to win this game.
Very significant was Hume City Broncos' (#6) 19-point road victory against 7th ranked Camberwell 74-55. American forward Kayonna Lee (185, college: Central Mo.) notched 5 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Alexandra McKellar supported her with 16 points. Hume City Broncos' coach Tim Devlin used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even a double-double of 16 points and 10 rebounds by Eleni Valos did not help to save the game for Camberwell. Hume City Broncos maintains sixth position with 4-11 record, which they share with Ipswich F. and USC Rip. Camberwell lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 12 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Hume City Broncos will play against higher ranked Cougars (#4) in McKinnon in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Camberwell will play on the road against the league's second-placed Boomers in Bulleen and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Quite upsetting was Bearcats' 24-point home defeat in a game versus Rockets who crushed hosts . The best player for the winners was Lauren Mansfield who scored 23 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Rockets' coach felt very confident using 10 players saving starting five for next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Molly Coleman who recorded 19 points and 7 rebounds. Rockets (8-6) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with S.Adelaide P. and NGC Seahawks. Bearcats lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Forestville E.. Rockets' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Adelaide Panthers.
There were no shocking results in the other games in round 18: Hume City B. lost to Bulleen B. on the opponent's court 54-67. McKinnon C. lost to undefeated Wyndham D. in a home game 64-87. Sunbury J. recorded a loss to Sherbrooke S. on the road 72-85. Eastern M. crushed Woodville W. on its own court 100-57. C.Districts L. was smashed by S.Adelaide P. in a road game 96-59. Sturt S. won against Forestville E. at home 66-65. Norwood F. managed to outperform Southern T. on the opponent's court 77-72. Albury LB rolled over Bankstown B. in a home game 90-60. Manly Warr. SE crushed Hornsby S. on the road 111-52. Illawarra H. was smashed by Sutherland S. on its own court 58-101. Cent.Coast C. lost to Maitland M. in a road game 67-77. Penrith P. unfortunately lost to Hills H. at home 58-66. Norths B. managed to beat Canberra N. on the opponent's court 94-80. Inner WB was crushed by Newcastle F. in a home game 55-87. BA CoE smashed Sydney C. on the road 103-77. Hills H. was destroyed by BA CoE on its own court 37-96. Brisbane C. unfortunately lost to Gold Coast R. in a road game 78-82. Rockhampton C. managed to beat Mackay M. at home 82-68. NGC Seahawks defeated USC Rip on the opponent's court 61-58. Cairns D. was smashed by Townsville F. in a home game 75-97. Ipswich F. lost to Logan T. on the road 69-83. SC Phoenix managed to outperform SW Metro P. on its own court 87-71. USC Rip rolled over Brisbane C. in Sippy Downs 84-65. NGC Seahawks was defeated by SD Spartans at home 74-87. SC Phoenix beat RedCity R. on the opponent's court 81-73. Bendigo LB destroyed Melbourne T. in a home game 89-51. Nunawading S. unfortunately lost to Hobart C. on the road 80-91. Mt Gambier rolled over Geelong LS on its own court 94-59. Waverley F. crushed Casey C. in Mount Waverley 88-59. Kilsyth LC beat Ballarat M. at home 64-58. Frankston B. lost to Dandenong R. on the opponent's court 72-78. Eltham W. managed to outperform Knox R. in a home game 66-61. Diamond VE managed to beat Keilor T. on the road 76-58. Ringwood H. was defeated by Sandringham S. on its own court 84-94. Nunawading S. beat Launceston T. in East Burwood 89-72. Geelong LS destroyed Eltham W. at home 103-64. Dandenong R. managed to outperform Ringwood H. on the opponent's court 75-74. Melbourne T. recorded a loss to Frankston B. in a home game 75-88. Bendigo LB defeated Keilor T. on the road 72-54. Mandurah M. smashed Cockburn C. on its own court 82-50. Joondalup W. destroyed Perth R. in a road game 96-70. Winless SW Slammers was outscored by Rockingham F. at home 51-129. Cockburn C. rolled over Perry Lakes H. on the opponent's court 83-44. Goldfields G. was crushed by Willetton T. in a home game 45-87. Perth R. was beaten by Lakeside L. on the road 84-77. Rockingham F. won against Warwick S. on its own court 84-68. Winless SW Slammers was outscored by Kalamunda ES in a road game 87-63. Warwick S. managed to beat Mandurah M. at home 81-63.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 24 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists by Porsche Poole of Sherbrooke S..
Group Big VBulleen B. - Hume City B. 67-54
Very expected game in Bulleen where 6th ranked Hume City Broncos (4-11) were defeated by second ranked Boomers (13-2) 67-54 on Sunday. Boomers forced 21 Hume City Broncos turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Boomers made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was guard Annabel Deerbon (180, college: HCU) who scored 20 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Olivia Bontempelli (179-1993) chipped in 9 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Emma Povh who recorded 16 points and American forward Kayonna Lee (185, college: Central Mo.) added 5 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players saving starting five for next games. Boomers have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Joondalup W. and Northside W. Loser Hume City Broncos keep the sixth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Ipswich F. and USC Rip. Boomers will meet at home Camberwell (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Hume City Broncos will play against Cougars and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Bulleen B.: A.Deerbon 20+8reb, K.Ally 10+2reb+1ast, O.Bontempelli 9+4reb+1ast, M.Emily 7+1reb+2ast, K.Danijela 7+6reb, V.Es Catelyn 4+5reb+1ast
Hume City B.: P.Emma 16+2reb+1ast, T.Chrisoula 7+4reb, J.Hawkins 6+1reb+1ast, J.Azzopardi 6+5reb+1ast, K.Georgia 5+1reb+1ast, K.Lee 5+8rebgschID: 1070012
Camberwell - Hume City B. 55-74
Very significant was Hume City Broncos' (#6) 19-point road victory against 7th ranked Camberwell 74-55. Hume City Broncos forced 25 Camberwell turnovers. American forward Kayonna Lee (185, college: Central Mo.) notched 5 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Alexandra McKellar supported her with 16 points. Lee is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Hume City Broncos' coach Tim Devlin used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even a double-double of 16 points and 10 rebounds by Eleni Valos did not help to save the game for Camberwell. Lithuanian guard Saule Kontautaite (175-1989, college: W.Illinois) added 15 points and 4 assists. Hume City Broncos maintains sixth position with 4-11 record, which they share with Ipswich F. and USC Rip. Camberwell lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 12 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Hume City Broncos will play against higher ranked Cougars (#4) in McKinnon in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Camberwell will play on the road against the league's second-placed Boomers in Bulleen and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Hume City B.: A.McKellar 16+4reb, K.Georgia 12+3reb+1ast, H.Tegan 12+4reb+1ast, T.Chrisoula 8+6reb+3ast, P.Tawaf 8+3reb, K.Jayde 5+1reb+2ast
Camberwell: E.Valos 16+10reb, S.Kontautaite 15+4reb+4ast, R.Sophie 5+4reb+3ast, H.Marnie 5+7reb+1ast, G.Matilda 4+2reb, S.Victoria 4+8reb+1astgschID: 1070013
McKinnon C. - Wyndham D. 64-87
Rather predictable result in McKinnon where top-ranked Devils (15-0) smashed 4th ranked Cougars (6-9) 87-64 on Saturday. Devils forced 24 Cougars turnovers. The best player for the winners was American guard Amanda Paschal (170-1996, college: Kentucky, agency: DC Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists. The other American import swingman Lauren Jones (178-2003, college: Austin Peay) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. Paschal is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Four Devils players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Briana Gray (178, college: Weber St., agency: DC Sports) who recorded a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and Cassie Hill added 13 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Devils have an impressive 15-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 15-0 record. Cougars lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Pakenham W.. Devils will meet Jets (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Cougars will play against Hume City Broncos (#6) in Tullamarine and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Wyndham D.: A.Paschal 23+11reb+9ast, L.Jones 19+6reb+3ast, S.Bennett 15+6reb, C.Aleks 11+3reb+1ast, D.Holly 9+2ast, J.Pearce 6+4reb+1ast
McKinnon C.: B.Gray 19+10reb+2ast, H.Cassie 13+3reb+2ast, B.Lee 10+1reb+1ast, E.Suckling 9+1reb+6ast, B.Sarae 7+6reb, C.Nicola 2+3rebgschID: 1070014
Sherbrooke S. - Sunbury J. 85-72
Not a big story in a game in Upwey where 7th ranked Jets (3-12) were defeated by third ranked Suns (10-5) 85-72 on Saturday. Suns dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Jets' 36. They also forced 19 Jets turnovers. Suns looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American Porsche Poole (175-1989, college: Michigan St.) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists. New Zealand forward Alicia Carline (190-1993, college: Portland St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds. Worth to mention Poole played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. Suns' coach Chad Burton allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Greek center Dimitra Gkizani (190-2000, college: RWC) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and Chloe Hildebrand added 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Suns maintains third position with 10-5 record having nine points less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with Rockhampton C. and SD Spartans. Loser Jets keep the seventh place with 12 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Suns will meet at home league's leader Devils in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Jets will play against the league's leader Devils (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sherbrooke S.: P.Poole 24+11reb+8ast, A.Carline 19+14reb, P.Stephanie 18+8reb+1ast, S.Tenaya 11+5reb+10ast, R.Mawdsley 5+4reb+1ast, B.Teagan 3
Sunbury J.: D.Gkizani 18+11reb+3ast, H.Chloe 17+7reb+4ast, D.Saunders 12+6reb+3ast, I.Andersson 11+3reb+2ast, V.Ikenasio 7+8reb+1ast, E.Emily 5+3reb+4astgschID: 1070015
Group NBL1 CentralEastern M. - Woodville W. 100-57
We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Mt. Barker where ninth ranked Mavericks (2-12) outscored 8th ranked Warriors (4-10) 100-57 on Saturday. Mavericks dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Warriors' 46. Mavericks forced 20 Warriors turnovers and had a 29-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Mavericks especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 57.1 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Warriors' players. The best player for the winners was point guard Taylah Levy (165, college: CSU) who had a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 10 assists. American-Ugandan guard Jannon Otto (183-1997, college: UC Riverside) chipped in 20 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Mavericks players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Canadian forward Nicole Fransson (188, agency: DC Sports) who recorded a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds and Chelsea Apacible added 13 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Mavericks maintains ninth position with 2-12 record. Warriors lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with ten games lost. Mavericks will meet Lions (#10) in the next round. Warriors will play against Flames in Marden and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Eastern M.: T.Levy 35+6reb+10ast, J.Otto 20+7reb+5ast, B.Olivia 19+6reb+2ast, G.Allie 14+1reb+1ast, R.Airlie 4+6reb+2ast, K.Gabriel 3+1reb
Woodville W.: F.Nicole 17+10reb, A.Chelsea 13+1reb+1ast, P.Chloe 6+1reb+2ast, W.Emily 6+1ast, W.Georgia 5+3reb, M.Whitmore 4+5reb+1astgschID: 1066900
S.Adelaide P. - C.Districts L. 96-59
There was no surprise in Adelaide where 10th ranked Lions (1-13) were outplayed by fifth ranked Panthers (8-6) 96-59 on Saturday. Panthers dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Lions' 32. Panthers forced 24 Lions turnovers and outrebounded them 54-25 including a 27-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was center Darcy Rees (193-2000, college: Washington) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). American forward Holly Forbes (178-1998, college: UT Martin) chipped in 15 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals. Five Panthers players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Tiahna Sears (178, college: N.Alabama) who recorded 21 points and 6 rebounds and American center Imani Guy (193, college: Marian, IN) added 17 points and 8 rebounds respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Panthers moved-up to fourth place, which they share with N.Adelaide R. and NGC Seahawks. Loser Lions keep the tenth position with 13 games lost. Panthers' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Adelaide to the arena Rockets.
Top scorers:
S.Adelaide P.: H.Stewart 19+2reb+2ast, A.Spencer 17+7reb+1ast, D.Rees 16+10reb+1ast, H.Forbes 15+7reb+4ast, J.Hunter 12+5reb+2ast, S.Defrancesco 11+5reb+2ast
C.Districts L.: T.Sears 21+6reb+2ast, I.Guy 17+8reb+2ast, J.De La Cerda 10+3reb+8ast, C.Madelyn 6, F.Renai 3+1ast, D.Sarah 2+5reb+1astgschID: 1066901
Sturt S. - Forestville E. 66-65
No shocking result in a game in Pasadena where top-ranked Sabres (14-0) edged 4th ranked Eagles (7-7) 66-65 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Canadian forward Mikayla Williams (183, college: USF) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 17 rebounds. Kayla Mathews chipped in 12 points and 5 rebounds. Sabres' coach Tim Shortt allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was Jessica Simons who recorded 16 points and 4 assists and Madison Freer added 12 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Sabres have an impressive 14-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 14-0 record. Loser Eagles dropped to the sixth place with seven games lost. They share the position with W.Adelaide B.. Sabres will meet at home league's second-placed Tigers in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Eagles will play against Bearcats (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sturt S.: M.Williams 22+17reb+2ast, K.Mathews 12+5reb+2ast, B.Tayla 6+7reb, R.Jasmine 6, Z.Walker-Roberts 6+3reb+1ast, C.Emily 6+2reb+6ast
Forestville E.: S.Jessica 16+3reb+4ast, R.Hines 16+4reb+2ast, F.Madison 12+10reb, C.Annetts 9+8reb, A.Brett 6+1reb+1ast, M.Hamilton 3+9reb+1astgschID: 1066902
W.Adelaide B. - N.Adelaide R. 59-83
Quite upsetting was Bearcats' 24-point home defeat in a game versus Rockets who crushed hosts . They dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Bearcats' 38. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Lauren Mansfield (170-1989, college: Iowa St.) who scored 23 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Guard Brooke Basham (178-1997) chipped in 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Rockets' coach felt very confident using 10 players saving starting five for next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Molly Coleman (188-2000, college: USC Upstate) who recorded 19 points and 7 rebounds and guard Jasmin Fejo (177-2000) added 10 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Rockets (8-6) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with S.Adelaide P. and NGC Seahawks. Bearcats lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Forestville E.. Rockets' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Adelaide Panthers.
Top scorers:
N.Adelaide R.: L.Mansfield 23+9reb+7ast, B.Basham 17+9reb+4ast, E.Meyer 14+5reb+1ast, T.Corrigan 8+7reb+1ast, F.Jordyn 8+1reb+2ast, T.Bails 6+4reb+1ast
W.Adelaide B.: M.Coleman 19+7reb+2ast, J.Fejo 10+8reb+4ast, B.Abby 8+2reb+2ast, A.Aquino 8+10reb+1ast, H.Ikematsu 7+2reb+4ast, G.Anderson 4+11reb+2astgschID: 1066903
Southern T. - Norwood F. 72-77
We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Morphett Vale where second-best Tigers (10-4) were defeated by third ranked Flames (9-5) 77-72 on Saturday. Flames made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was guard Alex Wilson (181-1994) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists. American center Jada Rice (193-1999, college: Alabama) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 21 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Brittany Hernandez (185-1993, college: UCCS) who recorded 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Bianca Stasinowsky (179-2004) added 15 points and 14 rebounds respectively. Flames have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 9-5 record having eleven points less than leader Wyndham D. Loser Tigers keep the second place with four games lost. Flames will meet at home Warriors (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. Tigers will play against the league's leader Sabres (#1) in Pasadena and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Norwood F.: A.Wilson 24+14reb+5ast, S.Thompson 20+2reb+2ast, J.Rice 14+21reb+1ast, K.Sophie 8+3reb+4ast, J.Smith 8+2ast, A.Akuen 3+6reb+1ast
Southern T.: B.Hernandez 19+9reb+4ast, M.Yaeger 17+6reb+4ast, S.Bianca 15+14reb+3ast, M.Martin 8+6reb+2ast, M.McKendrick 8+8reb+4ast, T.Dodman 3+2rebgschID: 1066904
Group NBL1 EastAlbury LB - Bankstown B. 90-60
Rather predictable result in Albury where eighth ranked Lady Bandits (9-7) smashed 10th ranked Bruins (7-9) 90-60 on Saturday. Lady Bandits dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Bruins' 24 and made 24-of-31 free shots (77.4 percent) during the game. Lady Bandits forced 21 Bruins turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Lady Bandits made 8 blocks. The best player for the winners was American guard Mikayla Pivec (178-1997, college: Oregon St.) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points, 15 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Forward Malury Bates (190, agency: Shark Sports Management) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds and 4 blocks. Four Lady Bandits players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Violet Morrow (176-1997, college: EWU, agency: Interperformances) who recorded 24 points and 8 rebounds and Kiahna Davis added 12 points respectively. Lady Bandits moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Townsville F. and Cairns D. Loser Bruins dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with Lakeside L.. Lady Bandits will meet higher ranked Comets (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Bruins will play against Hawks in Wollongong and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Albury LB: M.Pivec 32+15reb+7ast, M.Bates 18+14reb+3ast, M.Elizabeth 16+2reb+1ast, E.Mahady 14+2reb+2ast, S.Mellington 6+2reb, A.Hannan 2+2reb
Bankstown B.: V.Morrow 24+8reb+2ast, D.Kiahna 12+4reb+2ast, V.Abbey 9+8reb, D.Shalome 6+5reb, B.Wright 5+4reb+2ast, M.Jennifer 2+1rebgschID: 1066424
Hornsby S. - Manly Warr. SE 52-111
Not a big story in a game in Hornsby where 16th ranked Spireds (1-16) were rolled over by first ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (15-2) 111-52 on Saturday. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles held Spireds to an opponent 24.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 44.3 percent accuracy of the winners. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles forced 19 Spireds turnovers and outrebounded them 62-35 including a 25-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Spireds' players. The best player for the winners was swingman Sari Mowbray (176-2004) who scored 29 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Bree Delaney (178, college: Fresno St.) chipped in 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Manly Warringah Sea Eagles players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Mizuki Wakamatsu who recorded 19 points and 7 rebounds and power forward Sabrina Della Franca (180-2003) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles maintains first position with 15-2 record. Spireds lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth place with 16 games lost. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will meet Mustangs (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Spireds will play against Sharks (#6) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Manly Warr. SE: M.Sari 29+7reb+4ast, B.Delaney 20+8reb+6ast, M.Jurlina 17+3reb+3ast, A.Henderson 14+10reb+1ast, M.Zoey 12+3reb+5ast, H.Felicity 8+15reb+2ast
Hornsby S.: W.Mizuki 19+7reb+3ast, D.Franca Sabrina 13+6reb+3ast, H.Audrey 5+2reb+1ast, S.Cherry 4+4reb+1ast, A.Poto 3+1reb+2ast, M.Della Franca 3+3reb+1astgschID: 1066425
Illawarra H. - Sutherland S. 58-101
Everything went according to plan in Wollongong where sixth ranked Sharks (11-5) outscored 13th ranked Hawks (3-13) 101-58 on Saturday. Sharks dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Hawks' 30. Sharks forced 23 Hawks turnovers and outrebounded them 57-30 including a 39-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Hawks' players. The best player for the winners was forward Madeleine Norris (188-1998) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Aliza Fabbro (172-2001) chipped in 30 points. Five Sharks players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Lauren Gatwood (-1988) who recorded 13 points and point guard Rebecca Abel (168-1999) added 10 points and 6 steals respectively. Hawks' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Sharks have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Hawks lost third consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Inner WB. Sharks will meet Spireds (#16) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Hawks will play against Panthers in Penrith and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sutherland S.: F.Aliza 30+3reb+2ast, M.Norris 24+13reb+5ast, O.White 14+12reb+6ast, D.Jordyn 11+6reb+6ast, K.Hovatter 10+8reb+4ast, G.Emily 8+5reb+1ast
Illawarra H.: G.Lauren 13+2reb+3ast, R.Abel 10+2reb+2ast, M.Kirby 8+3reb+2ast, H.Chelsea 7+2reb, F.Georgia Chrystal 6+3reb, M.Samantha 5gschID: 1066426
Maitland M. - Cent.Coast C. 77-67
There was no surprise in Maitland where 11th ranked Crusaders (5-12) were defeated by seventh ranked Mustangs (10-6) 77-67 on Saturday. Mustangs dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Crusaders' 32. The best player for the winners was American guard Sydney Hunter (183-1999, college: San Diego) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds. The other American import swingman Madison Washington (185, college: Oregon St.) chipped in 20 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Jasmine Forcadilla (173-1997, college: SMC) who recorded 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and center Nicole Hutchins (193, college: New Orleans) added 15 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) respectively. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Mustangs have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Perry Lakes H. Loser Crusaders dropped to the tenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with East Perth E.. Mustangs will meet at home league's leader Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Crusaders will play against Hills Hornets (#15) in Baulkham Hills and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Maitland M.: S.Hunter 25+10reb+2ast, M.Washington 20+6reb+6ast, R.Shakera 13+6reb+5ast, W.Rachel 7+1reb+4ast, H.Fox 7+7reb+2ast, J.Isabella 2
Cent.Coast C.: J.Forcadilla 21+7reb+4ast, N.Hutchins 15+8reb+1ast, D.Rowe 8+2reb+3ast, J.Wittwer 8+5reb+2ast, W.Paris 5+1reb, Q.Kasey 4+5rebgschID: 1066427
Penrith P. - Hills H. 58-66
We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Penrith where thirteenth ranked Hills Hornets (3-14) won against 12th ranked Panthers (4-12) 66-58 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Britnee Sewell who scored 17 points and 5 rebounds. Kelsey Curtin chipped in 12 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Emily Matthews (178-1999) who recorded a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds and forward Megan Jefferson (190, college: Hawaii) added 15 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Despite that victory Hills Hornets went down to fifteenth position due to points difference, which they share with Ballarat M. Loser Panthers keep the twelfth place with 12 games lost. Hills Hornets will meet at home higher ranked Crusaders (#11) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Panthers will play against Hawks and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Hills H.: S.Britnee 17+5reb+1ast, C.Taylah 13+3reb, C.Kelsey 12+5reb+5ast, P.Cassandra 9+8reb, Y.Rhiannon 7+3reb, W.Strong 6+4reb
Penrith P.: M.Jefferson 15+7reb+1ast, C.Williams 13+5reb+2ast, E.Matthews 11+10reb+2ast, B.Chloe 9+9reb+2ast, P.Sienna 7+2reb, D.Yom 2+2rebgschID: 1066428
Canberra N. - Norths B. 80-94
Very expected game in Canberra where 9th ranked Nationals (8-8) were defeated by third ranked North Bears (13-3) 94-80 on Saturday. North Bears had a 31-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was forward Carla Pitman (180-2004) who scored 26 points and 6 rebounds. Guard Madeleine OHehir (179-1997) chipped in 19 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. North Bears' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Lizzy Tonks (173, college: CSUN) who recorded 26 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and forward Isabelle Bourne (188-2000, college: Nebraska) added 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. North Bears have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Waverley F. and Willetton T. Loser Nationals keep the ninth position with eight games lost. North Bears will meet league's second-placed Falcons in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Nationals will play against the league's leader Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (#1) in Narrabeen and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Norths B.: P.Carla 26+6reb+2ast, M.O'Hehir 19+6reb+6ast, J.Anderson 13+5reb+4ast, D.Emma 12+3reb, J.Bygate 11+3reb+1ast, S.Schicher 7+10reb+2ast
Canberra N.: L.Tonks 26+6reb+8ast, I.Bourne 16+8reb+5ast, A.Solway 14+4reb+3ast, B.Jasmyn 10+1reb+1ast, K.Abbie 8+8reb+5ast, S.Mia 4gschID: 1066429
Inner WB - Newcastle F. 55-87
Very predictable result when second ranked Falcons (14-2) smashed on the road 13th ranked Bulls (3-13) 87-55 on Saturday. They outrebounded Bulls 45-33 including 16 on the offensive glass. Falcons looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Nicole Munger (180-1997, college: Michigan) who had a triple-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds, 10 assists and 4 steals. Swingman Abigail Curtin (185-1997, college: Denver) chipped in 21 points and 9 rebounds. Four Falcons players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Mikaela Dombkins (181-1986) who recorded a double-double by scoring 21 points and 16 rebounds and the former international point guard Leilani Mitchell (165-1985, college: Utah) added 13 points and 12 assists respectively. Bulls' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Falcons have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 14-2 record having four points less than leader Wyndham D. Bulls lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Illawarra H.. Falcons will meet at home North Bears (#4) in the next round. Bulls will play against Spireds (#16) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Newcastle F.: A.Curtin 21+9reb+2ast, N.Munger 18+14reb+10ast, M.Gray 17+5reb+4ast, K.Kate 14+3reb+2ast, C.Hannah 6+6reb+2ast, R.Jessica 5+4reb+2ast
Inner WB: M.Dombkins 21+16reb+3ast, L.Mitchell 13+3reb+12ast, T.Jaydan 6+4reb, M.Peric 6+3reb+1ast, M.Aimi 5+1reb+1ast, I.Jolzyne 3+4rebgschID: 1066430
Sydney C. - BA CoE 77-103
The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Comets' (11-4) home loss to fourth ranked BA CoE (14-5) 77-103 on Saturday. BA CoE dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Comets' 36. They outrebounded Comets 48-30 including a 34-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was center Saffron Shiels (187-2006) who scored 21 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Center Isla Juffermans (191-2005) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the other side the best for losing team was power forward Jada Crawshaw (184-2004) who recorded 24 points and 6 rebounds and forward Alexandra Kayrouz (178-2004) added 7 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Five BA CoE and four Comets players scored in double figures. BA CoE moved-up to third place. Loser Comets dropped to the second position with four games lost. They share it with Logan T. and Darwin S.. BA CoE will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Comets will play against Lady Bandits and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: S.Saffron 21+7reb+5ast, C.Jayda 19+5reb+2ast, S.Lara 19+8reb, J.Isla 19+11reb+1ast, B.Opal 12+3reb+1ast, P.Sarah 4+5reb+1ast
Sydney C.: C.Jada 24+6reb+1ast, A.Piper 14+3reb+1ast, V.Panousis 11+2reb+3ast, H.Griffin 11+1reb+1ast, K.Alexandra 7+7reb+4ast, D.Toleafoa 4+3reb+3astgschID: 1066431
Hills H. - BA CoE 37-96
Everything went according to plan in Baulkham Hills where fourth ranked BA CoE (14-5) outscored 13th ranked Hills Hornets (3-14) 96-37 on Sunday. BA CoE held Hills Hornets to an opponent 23.8 percent shooting from the field compared to 37.5 percent accuracy of the winners and made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. BA CoE forced 21 Hills Hornets turnovers and outrebounded them 60-36 including a 25-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when BA CoE made 9 blocks. The best player for the winners was power forward Jayda Clark (183-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Lara Somfai chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Five BA CoE players scored in double figures. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the other side the best for losing team was Rhiannon Yetsenga who recorded 13 points and 9 rebounds and Taylah Cottees added 9 points respectively. BA CoE moved-up to third place. Loser Hills Hornets dropped to the fifteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Ballarat M.. BA CoE will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hills Hornets will play against Crusaders (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: S.Lara 18+6reb, C.Jayda 17+11reb+4ast, H.Sienna 14+3reb+3ast, J.Isla 13+7reb+1ast, B.Monique 12+7reb+2ast, S.Saffron 9+6reb+3ast
Hills H.: Y.Rhiannon 13+9reb, C.Taylah 9+4reb+2ast, C.Kelsey 7+1reb+2ast, S.Britnee 4+5reb+4ast, L.Ella 2+3reb, A.Kolodziej 2+7rebgschID: 1066432
Group NBL1 NorthGold Coast R. - Brisbane C. 82-78
We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Gold Coast where 10th ranked Capitals (8-7) were defeated by eleventh ranked Rollers (8-7) 82-78 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was American guard Ariana Moorer (172-1991, college: Virginia) who had a triple-double by scoring 31 points, 17 rebounds, 11 assists and 6 steals. The other American import forward Cate Reese (188, college: Arizona) chipped in 22 points. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Mia Loyd (181-1994, college: N.Dakota) who recorded 26 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists and forward Stephanie Collins (196-1995, college: SMU) added 15 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Rollers moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Warwick S. and Brisbane C. Capitals lost third consecutive game. Rollers will meet at home Seahawks (#9) in the next round. Capitals will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Gold Coast R.: A.Moorer 31+17reb+11ast, C.Reese 22+4reb+2ast, R.Evans 13+5reb+1ast, C.Drennan 6+5reb+1ast, P.Emma 4+2reb+1ast, J.Hooper 3+1reb
Brisbane C.: M.Loyd 26+7reb+7ast, S.Collins 15+7reb+2ast, C.Middap 8+1reb+6ast, F.Hilary 6+5reb, C.Bronte 6+1reb+1ast, A.Cameron 6+5reb+3astgschID: 1066586
Rockhampton C. - Mackay M. 82-68
No shocking result in a game in Rockhampton where sixth ranked Cyclones (10-5) won against 14th ranked Meteorettes (2-13) 82-68 on Saturday. Cyclones forced 24 Meteorettes turnovers and had a 21-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was guard Lauren Heard (175-1999, college: TCU) who scored 23 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals. Center Samantha Bowman (188, college: CWU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Davida Dale (180-1997, college: URI) who recorded 16 points, 6 assists and 6 steals and center Brittany Reeves (196, college: Mercer) added 10 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Cyclones have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with SD Spartans and Sherbrooke S. Meteorettes lost ninth consecutive game. They dropped to the fifteenth position with 13 games lost. Cyclones will meet Dolphins (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. Meteorettes will play against Rip City (#13) in Sippy Downs and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Rockhampton C.: L.Heard 23+5reb+5ast, E.Loader 17+1reb+3ast, L.McSpadden 16+11reb+3ast, S.Bowman 13+13reb+6ast, T.Wakelin-Gray 8+4reb+3ast, J.Lorraway 5+3reb+3ast
Mackay M.: D.Dale 16+4reb+6ast, B.Denesha 13+4reb+1ast, B.Reeves 10+10reb+3ast, H.Phoebe 10+2reb+2ast, B.Charli 6+2reb+2ast, C.Virgo 5+4reb+3astgschID: 1066587
USC Rip - NGC Seahawks 58-61
Very expected game in Sippy Downs where 13th ranked Rip City (4-11) was edged by eighth ranked Seahawks (8-6) 61-58 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was guard Emma Gandini (172-1994) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds. American guard Alexa Held (178-1999, college: DePaul) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Carlie Smith who recorded 8 points, 14 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and American forward Megan Mullings (185-1992, college: Alaska-Anch.) added 15 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Seahawks have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with N.Adelaide R. and S.Adelaide P. Loser Rip City dropped to the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Hume City B. and Ipswich F.. Seahawks will meet Rollers (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Rip City will play against Meteorettes (#15) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
NGC Seahawks: E.Gandini 24+10reb+2ast, A.Held 13+6reb+7ast, B.Kennedy-Hopoate 9+6reb+1ast, O.Crawford 6, J.Luki 4+2reb+1ast, E.Riley 3+12reb+6ast
USC Rip: M.Mullings 15+9reb+1ast, N.Flye 13+3reb+3ast, S.Bairstow 9+3reb+1ast, C.Smith 8+14reb+5ast, M.Campbell 5+6reb+3ast, G.Brooklyn 4+1reb+1astgschID: 1066588
Cairns D. - Townsville F. 75-97
There was a surprise result in Cairns where eleventh ranked Flames (9-7) smashed higher ranked Dolphins (9-7) 97-75 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was forward Alexandra Fowler (188-2001, college: Portland) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Point guard Indiah Bowyer (171-2003) chipped in 24 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Jennifer Coleman (175-1998, college: Navy) who recorded a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists and forward Shaneice Swain (175-2003) added 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Four Flames and five Dolphins players scored in double figures. Flames have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Albury LB and Cairns D. Flames will meet at home higher ranked Cyclones (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Dolphins will play against Cyclones and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Townsville F.: A.Fowler 31+11reb+5ast, B.Indiah 24+6reb+3ast, M.Carey 14+7reb, B.Shaylee 11+8reb+3ast, M.Ainslie 9+5reb+6ast, P.Shaina 6+2reb
Cairns D.: J.Coleman 17+10reb+9ast, S.Shaneice 16+9reb+6ast, L.Williams 15+6reb, T.Mole 14+6reb, B.Teyahna 11+2reb+1ast, F.Andrianna 2+2reb+1astgschID: 1066589
Logan T. - Ipswich F. 83-69
Not a big story in a game in Loganholme where 12th ranked Force (4-11) was defeated by fourth ranked Thunder (11-4) 83-69 on Saturday. Thunder outrebounded Force 56-45 including 19 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Mikaela Ruef (191-1990, college: Stanford) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points, 29 rebounds and 5 assists. Mikhaela Cann chipped in 15 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Thunder's coach let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward Maria Blazejewski (185-1991, college: LSSU) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and her fellow American import guard Alison Gorrell (178-1993, college: FAU) added 18 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Thunder have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Sydney C. and Darwin S. Loser Force dropped to the sixth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Hume City B. and USC Rip. Thunder will meet at home league's second-placed Salties in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Force will play against the league's second-placed Salties (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Logan T.: M.Ruef 31+29reb+5ast, C.Mikhaela 15+5reb+8ast, C.Paalvast 8+5reb+4ast, A.Taia 8+2ast, O.Isaac 7+1reb+2ast, U.Motuga 6+5reb+1ast
Ipswich F.: A.Gorrell 18+6reb+3ast, M.Blazejewski 16+10reb+3ast, G.George 15+7reb+1ast, M.Essex 8+9reb+1ast, R.Georgia 5+4reb+1ast, J.Howe 4+6reb+2astgschID: 1066590
SC Phoenix - SW Metro P. 87-71
There was a surprise result in Cotton Tree where fourteenth ranked Sunshine CP (3-12) beat second-best Pirates (11-5) 87-71 on Saturday. Sunshine CP looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international Kathleen Macleod (167-1986) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). American forward Alex Wittinger (185-1997, college: Illinois) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Sunshine CP's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Jade Kirisome (175, college: SMC) who recorded 16 points and 9 assists and guard Hannah Young (188-1993, college: Virginia Tech) added 21 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Five Sunshine CP and four Pirates players scored in double figures. Sunshine CP moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Pirates dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Sunshine CP will meet at home Meteorettes (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Pirates will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
SC Phoenix: K.Macleod 19+5reb+11ast, H.Nicola 19+6reb+1ast, A.Wittinger 18+12reb+5ast, K.Heremaia 14+5reb+3ast, A.Browne 11+5reb, B.Mia 6
SW Metro P.: H.Young 21+7reb, J.Kirisome 16+3reb+9ast, L.Scott 13+8reb+1ast, F.Alana 10+4reb+1ast, K.Page 8+6reb+1ast, T.Mahoney 3+4rebgschID: 1066591
Darwin S. - Northside W. 90-79
The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Wizards (13-2) in Darwin on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by fourth ranked Salties (11-4) 90-79. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. 24 personal fouls committed by Wizards helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Forward Chelsea Brook (188-1998) had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Ruby Porter (178-2001, college: Nebraska) chipped in 23 points and 4 steals during the contest. Five Salties players scored in double figures. Salties' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was swingman Courtney Woods (183-1997, college: NIU) with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!), 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and power forward Nadeen Payne (188-1993, agency: LBM Management) scored 28 points and 7 rebounds. Salties moved-up to second place, which they share with Logan T. and Sydney C. Wizards at the other side still keep top position with two games lost. They share it with Bulleen B. and Joondalup W.. Salties is looking forward to face Thunder (#3) in Loganholme in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Wizards will play at home against Brisbane Spartans and are hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Darwin S.: R.Porter 23+2reb+3ast, C.MacGregor 16+6reb, T.Nisbet 16+9reb+2ast, C.Brook 14+12reb+2ast, S.Johnston 10+3reb+2ast, S.Rees 7+5reb
Northside W.: C.Woods 34+10reb+4ast, N.Payne 28+7reb, D.Lil 6+3reb+3ast, O.Alice 6+8reb+1ast, R.Haynes 3+2reb+1ast, K.McDermott 2+4rebgschID: 1066592
Brisbane C. - USC Rip 65-84
There was a minor upset in Brisbane where 10th ranked Capitals (8-7) were outplayed by thirteenth ranked Rip City (4-11) 84-65 on Sunday. Rip City forced 19 Capitals turnovers. The best player for the winners was Carlie Smith who scored 31 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals. Swingman Stephanie Bairstow (188-1994, college: Utah St.) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Bronte Corke who recorded 19 points and New Zealand forward Anna Cameron (178, college: Nevada) added 5 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Capitals' coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Rip City moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Hume City B. and Ipswich F. Capitals lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Warwick S. and Gold Coast R.. Rip City will meet at home Meteorettes (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Capitals will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
USC Rip: C.Smith 31+7reb+4ast, S.Bairstow 18+5reb+1ast, M.Mullings 15+5reb+3ast, N.Flye 9+12reb+3ast, L.Ups 7+4reb+1ast, G.Brooklyn 2+3reb
Brisbane C.: C.Bronte 19+3reb+1ast, C.Middap 12+3reb+5ast, S.Collins 12+5reb+4ast, T.Stolberg 5+4reb+1ast, A.Cameron 5+11reb+5ast, B.Jordan 4+1reb+2astgschID: 1066593
NGC Seahawks - SD Spartans 74-87
No shocking result in a game in Runaway Bay where sixth ranked Brisbane Spartans (10-5) won against 8th ranked Seahawks (8-6) 87-74 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Swedish forward Elin Gustavsson (190-1993, college: Colorado St.) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Jessica McDowell-White (168-2000, college: USF) chipped in 12 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Five Brisbane Spartans players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Alexa Held (178-1999, college: DePaul) who recorded 28 points and 5 assists and her fellow American import power forward Erin Riley (180, college: Keiser) added 17 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Brisbane Spartans have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Rockhampton C. and Sherbrooke S. Loser Seahawks dropped to the fourth position with six games lost. They share it with N.Adelaide R. and S.Adelaide P.. Brisbane Spartans will meet league's leader Wizards in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Seahawks will play against Rollers in Gold Coast and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
SD Spartans: E.Gustavsson 16+16reb+4ast, D.Alice 15+2reb, E.Preston 13+5reb+2ast, A.Karaitiana 12+2reb+1ast, J.McDowell-White 12+8reb+7ast, N.Taylor 11+6reb
NGC Seahawks: A.Held 28+3reb+5ast, E.Riley 17+11reb+4ast, C.Reece 11+3reb+1ast, R.Carly 8+3reb, E.Gandini 5+7reb+5ast, M.Watkinson 3+1reb+1astgschID: 1066595
RedCity R. - SC Phoenix 73-81
Rather expected game in Brisbane where bottom-ranked Roar (0-15) was defeated by fourteenth ranked Sunshine CP (3-12) 81-73 on Sunday. Sunshine CP forced 20 Roar turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Alex Wittinger (185-1997, college: Illinois) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points and 12 rebounds. The former international Kathleen Macleod (167-1986) chipped in 16 points and 9 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Donica Cosby (172-1988, college: Okla City) who recorded 27 points and 4 assists and guard Lilly Rotunno (170-2004) added 9 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists respectively. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Sunshine CP moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Roar still closes the standings with 15 games lost. They share the position with SW Slammers. Sunshine CP will meet at home Meteorettes (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Roar will play against the league's second-placed Salties where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
SC Phoenix: A.Wittinger 28+12reb+2ast, K.Heremaia 21+3reb+1ast, K.Macleod 16+3reb+9ast, H.Nicola 7+8reb+5ast, B.Emma 4+2reb, B.Mia 3+2reb+1ast
RedCity R.: D.Cosby 27+4reb+4ast, A.Beadle 15+5reb+1ast, C.Jaylen 10+5reb+1ast, R.Lilly 9+7reb+10ast, A.Myka-Jean 4+2reb+2ast, M.Skye 4+2rebgschID: 1066596
Group NBL1 SouthBendigo LB - Melbourne T. 89-51
Very predictable result in Bendigo where top-ranked Lady Braves (17-0) smashed 16th ranked Tigers (4-13) 89-51 on Friday. Lady Braves made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Lady Braves had a 36-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Tigers' players. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Kelly Wilson (170-1984) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points, 7 rebounds and 14 assists. Meg Mccarthy chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds. Four Lady Braves players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American Jade Odom (178, college: Southeastern) who recorded 9 points and Jessica Tomkins added 6 points and 8 rebounds respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Lady Braves have an impressive 17-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-0 record. Tigers lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Keilor T.. Lady Braves will meet Mount Gambier Pioneers (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Tigers will play against the league's second-placed Falcons (#2) in Mount Waverley and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bendigo LB: M.Meg 20+12reb+1ast, K.Wilson 19+7reb+14ast, K.Burton 16+5reb, C.McLean 11+6reb+3ast, B.Poppy 8+3reb+3ast, R.Caitlin 8+2ast
Melbourne T.: C.Lily 10+2reb+1ast, J.Odom 9+4reb+3ast, A.Francis 7+2reb, S.Simons 7+3reb+2ast, T.Jessica 6+8reb, H.Tylah 5+3reb+1astgschID: 1066773
Hobart C. - Nunawading S. 91-80
There was a minor upset in Hobart where 12th ranked Spectres (8-9) were defeated by fifteenth ranked Chargers (7-10) 91-80 on Friday. The best player for the winners was American forward Kayla Steindl (190-1989, college: Gonzaga) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds. The other American import guard Paige Bradley (178-1994, college: Denver) chipped in 25 points and 7 assists. Four Chargers players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Isabel Feller (180, college: SDCC) who recorded 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Rachel Brewster (180-1997, college: Utah St.) added 23 points respectively. Chargers moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Kilsyth LC. Spectres lost third consecutive game. They keep the twelfth position with nine games lost. Chargers will meet higher ranked Sabres (#7) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Spectres will play against Thunder (#17) in Melbourne and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hobart C.: P.Bradley 25+2reb+7ast, K.Steindl 21+13reb, C.Coleman 18+6reb+4ast, B.Zoe 10+1reb+1ast, B.Chloe 8+8reb+1ast, S.O'Neill 7+3reb+1ast
Nunawading S.: I.Feller 24+5reb+4ast, R.Brewster 23+4reb+1ast, C.Mihalko 11+5reb+1ast, D.Brookshire 9+15reb+3ast, R.Antoniadou 9+2reb+4ast, W.Tayha 2+1rebgschID: 1066774
Mt Gambier - Geelong LS 94-59
Everything could happen in Mt Gambier at the game between two tied teams. Both third ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers and 5th ranked Geelong Supercats had identical 11-4 record. This time Mount Gambier Pioneers used a home court advantage and outscored the opponent from Geelong 94-59 on Friday night. Mount Gambier Pioneers looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Geelong Supercats' players. The best player for the winners was Canadian swingman Cassandra Brown (189-1992, college: Portland) who scored 39 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds. American forward Haliegh Reinoehl (188-1998, college: Akron) chipped in 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Coach Matthew Sutton's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Eve Braslis (185-2000, college: Pepperdine) who recorded 16 points and 5 rebounds and center Ella Tofaeono (190, college: Texas Tech) added 9 points and 11 rebounds respectively. Mount Gambier Pioneers maintains third position with 12-4 record having six points less than leader Wyndham D. Loser Geelong Supercats dropped to the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Mount Gambier Pioneers will meet at home Rangers (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Geelong Supercats will play against Frankston Blues (#4) in Seaford and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mt Gambier: C.Brown 39+7reb+2ast, H.Reinoehl 23+6reb+4ast, S.Calleia 14+9reb+9ast, R.Imogen 9+8reb+5ast, I.Brancatisano 6+4reb+5ast, N.Cara 2+1ast
Geelong LS: E.Braslis 16+5reb+2ast, S.Elsworthy 12+1reb+2ast, A.Skobel 12+6reb+1ast, E.Tofaeono 9+11reb+2ast, B.Macey 6+1reb, J.Scannell 4+5rebgschID: 1066775
Casey C. - Waverley F. 59-88
There was no surprise in Cranbourne where 19th ranked Cavaliers (2-15) were outplayed by second ranked Falcons (13-3) 88-59 on Saturday. Falcons outrebounded Cavaliers 49-33 including a 40-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was power forward Carley Ernst (196-1994) who scored 26 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Maddi Utti chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. Four Falcons players scored in double figures. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 11 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Rachel Bell (178, college: Vanderbilt) who recorded 20 points and 7 rebounds and her fellow American import guard Lauren Van Kleunen (188, college: Marquette) added 13 points respectively. Falcons maintains second position with 13-3 record having five points less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with Norths B. and Willetton T. Cavaliers lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the nineteenth place with 15 games lost. Falcons will meet at home Tigers (#16) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Cavaliers will play against Chargers and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Waverley F.: C.Ernst 26+7reb+4ast, R.Mokrzycki 18+7reb+1ast, U.Maddi 14+12reb+2ast, S.Locandro 14+11reb+2ast, A.Todhunter 7+5reb+1ast, G.Simon 4+1reb+1ast
Casey C.: R.Bell 20+7reb+3ast, L.Van Kleunen 13+2reb+1ast, T.Simmons 8+5reb+3ast, N.Asha 7+7reb, C.Cunningham 4+4reb+2ast, T.Giliam 3+2reb+1astgschID: 1066776
Kilsyth LC - Ballarat M. 64-58
No shocking result in a game in Kilsyth where fourteenth ranked Lady Cobras (7-10) won against 18th ranked Ballarat Miners (3-14) 64-58 on Saturday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. The best player for the winners was American forward Alisia Jenkins (186-1994, college: S.Florida) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 20 rebounds. Swingman Georgia Booth (174-2003) chipped in 29 points. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Tayanna Jones (185-2000, college: Colorado) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and the former international guard Abigail Wehrung (177-1995) added 17 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Lady Cobras have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Hobart C. Ballarat Miners lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Hills H.. Lady Cobras will meet higher ranked Frankston Blues (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Ballarat Miners will play against Wildcats (#10) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kilsyth LC: B.Georgia 29+4reb+1ast, A.Jenkins 21+20reb+2ast, Y.Nikita 4+6reb+5ast, A.Hart 4, I.Lopes 2+2reb+5ast, A.Sutherland 2+8reb
Ballarat M.: T.Jones 18+11reb+1ast, A.Wehrung 17+9reb+2ast, E.Karamovic 14+11reb, K.Rinaldi 8+3reb, C.Millie 1+1reb, M.Mathews 0+2rebgschID: 1066777
Dandenong R. - Frankston B. 78-72
There was an upset in Dandenong where higher ranked Frankston Blues (12-5) were defeated by eleventh ranked Rangers (9-9) 78-72 on Saturday. Rangers outrebounded Frankston Blues 39-27 including 30 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was American power forward Sarah Boothe (195-1990, college: Stanford) who scored 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Nyadiew Puoch (189-2004) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) who recorded a double-double by scoring 13 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and Chelsea Angelo added 22 points respectively. Four Frankston Blues players scored in double figures. Rangers maintains eleventh position with 9-9 record. Loser Frankston Blues keep the fourth place with five games lost. Rangers will meet higher ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Frankston Blues will play against Lady Cobras and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Dandenong R.: S.Boothe 25+6reb+4ast, A.Smith 17+5reb+2ast, P.Nyadiew 17+10reb+4ast, B.Whatman 8+4reb+3ast, F.Luisa 5+5reb+1ast, T.Georgia 2+1reb
Frankston B.: A.Chelsea 22+2reb+2ast, L.Brown 13+12reb+5ast, M.Cocks 11+5reb+5ast, C.Wilkins 11+3reb, T.Jackson 8+1reb+2ast, E.Batish 7+2reb+3astgschID: 1066778
Eltham W. - Knox R. 66-61
There was a small surprise in Eltham where seventh ranked Wildcats (9-8) defeated their close opponent Knox Raiders (9-8) 66-61 on Saturday. Wildcats made 16-of-17 free shots (94.1 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Wildcats made 11 blocks. The best player for the winners was center Rebecca Pizzey (190-1999) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 15 rebounds and 6 blocks. American swingman Hailey Leidel (180-1997, college: UMass) chipped in 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). At the other side the best for losing team was forward Alicia Froling (190-1996, college: SMU) who recorded 28 points and 6 rebounds and Leah Santomaggio added 12 points and 4 assists respectively. Knox Raiders' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Wildcats maintains seventh position with 9-8 record, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Knox Raiders. Wildcats will meet Ballarat Miners (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Knox Raiders will play against Tornadoes (#15) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: H.Leidel 24+6reb+4ast, R.Pizzey 20+15reb+2ast, F.Louise 9+9reb+1ast, T.Wynne 6+4reb+1ast, M.Ally 3+1reb+1ast, B.Anna 2
Knox R.: A.Froling 28+6reb, L.Santomaggio 12+3reb+4ast, B.Aneta 5+5reb+1ast, R.Quirk 5+1reb+5ast, K.Rowe 4+6reb+3ast, R.Zoe 4+6reb+1astgschID: 1066779
Keilor T. - Diamond VE 58-76
Not a big story in a game in Melbourne where 17th ranked Thunder (4-13) was defeated by ninth ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (9-8) 76-58 on Saturday. Diamond Valley Eagles made 20-of-21 free shots (95.2 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was power forward Sophie Burrows (184-2004) who scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Monique Andriuolo (185-1998, college: Pepperdine) chipped in 12 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Japanese center Kadysha Umezawa (190-1998) who recorded 8 points and 8 rebounds and American guard Anna Clephane (178, college: Ball St.) added 15 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Diamond Valley Eagles moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Thunder lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixteenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Melbourne T.. Diamond Valley Eagles will meet at home Tornadoes (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Thunder will play against Spectres and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Diamond VE: B.Sophie 15+6reb+1ast, J.Rintala 12+4reb, M.Andriuolo 12+8reb, B.Eliza 10+3reb+1ast, D.Jade 8+3reb, A.Day 6+6reb+4ast
Keilor T.: A.Clephane 15+2reb+1ast, E.Kristjansdottir 9+6reb+3ast, G.Graham 8+5reb, K.Umezawa 8+8reb+3ast, A.Yamada 8+1reb+5ast, S.Jaz 6+1rebgschID: 1066780
Ringwood H. - Sandringham S. 84-94
There was a surprise result in Heathmont where tenth ranked Sabres (9-8) beat higher ranked Hawks (10-8) 94-84 on Saturday. Sabres dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Hawks' 34. They outrebounded Hawks 40-29 including 27 on the defensive glass. Sabres looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was British guard Eilidh Simpson (170-1992, college: SFC) who had a triple-double by scoring 12 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists. Forward Klara Wischer (190-1991, college: San Diego) chipped in 19 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Marena Whittle (180-1994, college: NDSU, agency: LBM Management) who recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds and Spanish guard Marta Hermida (180-1997, college: Boise St.) added 20 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists respectively. Five Sabres and four Hawks players scored in double figures. Sabres have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Hawks keep the sixth position with eight games lost. Sabres will meet at home Chargers (#13) in the next round where they are favorite. Hawks will play against Ballarat Miners (#18) in Wendouree and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: F.Nakkasoglu 21+4reb+4ast, K.Wischer 19+8reb+6ast, G.Pineau 16+8reb+3ast, B.Smart 16+3reb+1ast, E.Simpson 12+13reb+10ast, I.Morgan 6+3reb+1ast
Ringwood H.: J.Ariel 22+4reb+2ast, M.Whittle 22+12reb, M.Hermida 20+5reb+8ast, F.Toni 10+2reb+4ast, E.Ogier 4+2reb+2ast, H.Wynd 3gschID: 1066781
Launceston T. - Nunawading S. 72-89
There was no surprise in Launceston where 15th ranked Tornadoes (6-11) were defeated by twelfth ranked Spectres (8-9) 89-72 on Saturday. Spectres dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Tornadoes' 20 and made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Tornadoes 50-25 including a 23-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. Spectres looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was American Devon Brookshire (190-1994, college: SMC, agency: DC Sports) who scored 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Rachel Brewster (180-1997, college: Utah St.) chipped in 19 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Olivia West (168, college: UC Riverside) who recorded 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and American guard Riley Lupfer (175, college: Boise St.) added 20 points respectively. Spectres maintains twelfth position with 8-9 record. Loser Tornadoes keep the fifteenth place with 11 games lost. Spectres will meet Thunder (#17) in the next round where they are favorite. Tornadoes will play against Diamond Valley Eagles in Greensborough and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Nunawading S.: D.Brookshire 23+8reb+4ast, R.Brewster 19+8reb+1ast, E.Pearce 13+10reb+2ast, R.Antoniadou 9+7reb+7ast, C.Mihalko 7+2reb+3ast, I.Feller 7+4reb+3ast
Launceston T.: O.West 20+8reb+4ast, R.Lupfer 20+3reb+2ast, W.Taya 16+4reb+4ast, C.Macey 8+1reb+3ast, K.Charli 4+7reb+3ast, D.Zoe 2gschID: 1066782
Geelong LS - Eltham W. 103-64
No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Geelong Supercats (11-5) outleveled at home 7th ranked Wildcats (9-8) 103-64 on Sunday. Geelong Supercats dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Wildcats' 28. They outrebounded Wildcats 45-28 including 32 on the defensive glass. Geelong Supercats looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was center Ella Tofaeono (190, college: Texas Tech) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Eve Braslis (185-2000, college: Pepperdine) chipped in a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds. Four Geelong Supercats players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American swingman Hailey Leidel (180-1997, college: UMass) who recorded 21 points (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and Taylah Wynne added 18 points respectively. Geelong Supercats moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Wildcats keep the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Geelong Supercats will meet Frankston Blues (#4) in the next round. Wildcats will play against Ballarat Miners in Wendouree and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Geelong LS: A.Skobel 26+5reb+3ast, E.Braslis 24+11reb+1ast, E.Tofaeono 23+15reb+4ast, S.Elsworthy 18+6reb+7ast, J.Scannell 8+5reb+3ast, C.Georgia 2+1reb+2ast
Eltham W.: H.Leidel 21+2reb+2ast, T.Wynne 18+3ast, F.Louise 11+4reb+1ast, R.Pizzey 8+11reb+2ast, A.Lilly 3+1reb, H.Munro 2+4reb+1astgschID: 1066783
Ringwood H. - Dandenong R. 74-75
There was an upset in Heathmont where higher ranked Hawks (10-8) were edged by eleventh ranked Rangers (9-9) 75-74 on Sunday. Rangers dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Hawks' 24 and made 25-of-30 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Hawks 49-36 including a 39-27 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was center Nyadiew Puoch (189-2004) who had a double-double by scoring 30 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. American power forward Sarah Boothe (195-1990, college: Stanford) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Four Rangers players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Marena Whittle (180-1994, college: NDSU, agency: LBM Management) who recorded 22 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Toni Farnworth added 8 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Rangers maintains eleventh position with 9-9 record. Loser Hawks keep the sixth place with eight games lost. Rangers will meet higher ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Hawks will play against Ballarat Miners in Wendouree and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Dandenong R.: P.Nyadiew 30+14reb+4ast, S.Boothe 16+15reb+5ast, A.Smith 15+4reb+5ast, F.Luisa 10+5reb+1ast, N.Bella 2+4reb, G.Holly 2
Ringwood H.: M.Whittle 22+6reb+4ast, Z.Jenkins 17+2reb, J.Trotto 8+6reb, F.Toni 8+8reb+5ast, S.Britten 8+2reb, M.Hermida 5+2reb+2astgschID: 1066784
Melbourne T. - Frankston B. 75-88
Very predictable result in Melbourne where fourth ranked Frankston Blues (12-5) defeated 16th ranked Tigers (4-13) 88-75 on Sunday. Frankston Blues looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists. Forward Ella Batish (188-1999) chipped in 19 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Samantha Simons (188-2000, college: SMC) who recorded 23 points and 4 steals and Tylah Hooper added 10 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Frankston Blues maintains fourth position with 12-5 record. Tigers lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Keilor T.. Frankston Blues will meet at home Lady Cobras (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tigers will play against the league's second-placed Falcons in Mount Waverley and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: A.Chelsea 22+5reb+3ast, T.Jackson 19+3reb+4ast, E.Batish 19+7reb+7ast, L.Brown 14+17reb+5ast, M.Cocks 9+2reb+5ast, C.Wilkins 5+3reb+2ast
Melbourne T.: S.Simons 23+4reb+3ast, N.Metcalfe 17+3reb+2ast, C.Lily 13+6reb+1ast, H.Tylah 10+7reb+6ast, M.Peterson 6+4reb+1ast, A.Francis 5+6reb+3astgschID: 1066785
Keilor T. - Bendigo LB 54-72
Not a big story in a game in Melbourne where 17th ranked Thunder (4-13) was defeated by top-ranked Lady Braves (17-0) 72-54 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Meg Mccarthy who had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 21 rebounds. Forward Cassidy McLean (178-1999) chipped in 15 points and 5 assists. Lady Braves' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Japanese center Kadysha Umezawa (190-1998) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and guard Grace Graham (180, college: UMKC) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Lady Braves have an impressive 17-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-0 record. Thunder lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixteenth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Melbourne T.. Lady Braves will meet Mount Gambier Pioneers (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Thunder will play against Spectres (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bendigo LB: M.Meg 26+21reb+2ast, C.McLean 15+3reb+5ast, K.Burton 14+5reb, M.Sexton 9+3reb+2ast, K.Wilson 4+8reb+7ast, W.Millicent 2
Keilor T.: K.Umezawa 16+10reb, G.Graham 13+5reb+2ast, A.Yamada 7+4reb+2ast, B.Macey 6+2reb+2ast, E.Kristjansdottir 4+4reb+2ast, A.Clephane 3+3rebgschID: 1066786
Group NBL1 WestMandurah M. - Cockburn C. 82-50
There was a surprise result in Mandurah where fifth ranked Magic (11-6) outscored top-ranked Cougars (14-1) 82-50 on Friday. Magic held Cougars to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 45.8 percent accuracy of the winners. The best player for the winners was forward Hannah Hank (188, college: Clemson) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 17 rebounds. American-American Samoan power forward Sarah Toeaina (185-1996, college: Hawaii) chipped in 17 points and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was center Jessie Edwards (193-1995, college: Minnesota) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and German forward Patricia Brossmann (183-1997, college: San Diego) added 6 points and 13 rebounds respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Magic maintains fifth position with 11-6 record. Loser Cougars still keep top place with one game lost. Magic will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Cougars will play against Redbacks and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: H.Hank 29+17reb+1ast, S.Toeaina 17+4reb+4ast, K.Tudor 13+2reb+2ast, R.Halleen 6+1reb+2ast, S.Richards 4+2reb+3ast, T.Gabriella 4+2reb+3ast
Cockburn C.: J.Edwards 14+11reb+1ast, S.Mortensen 13+6reb+1ast, P.Brossmann 6+13reb+3ast, S.Gorman 6+4reb+2ast, B.Zaya 3+1reb, K.Morgan 2+1astgschID: 1067017
Perth R. - Joondalup W. 70-96
There was no surprise in Northbridge where 12th ranked Redbacks (1-14) were outplayed by second ranked Wanneroo (13-2) 96-70 on Friday. Wanneroo dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Redbacks' 38. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Redbacks' players. The best player for the winners was forward Teige Morrell who had a double-double by scoring 28 points and 15 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field). Forward Isabelle Miotti (178-1998) chipped in 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Four Wanneroo players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Brooke Malone (185-2003, college: Idaho) who recorded 18 points and the former international guard Mikayla Pirini (169-1996) added 16 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Wanneroo have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Bulleen B. and Northside W. Redbacks lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 14 games lost. Wanneroo will meet at home Senators (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Redbacks will play against the league's leader Cougars (#1) in Hamilton Hill and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Joondalup W.: M.Teige 28+15reb+2ast, I.Miotti 19+6reb+4ast, E.Klasztorny 14+5reb+3ast, R.Ryan 13+2reb+6ast, C.Belcher 6, T.Ucich 5+1reb+4ast
Perth R.: B.Malone 18+3reb, M.Pirini 16+2reb+2ast, H.Shenae 10+5reb+3ast, D.Dajah 9+9reb+1ast, R.Thompson 7+4reb, R.Anjelique 6+5rebgschID: 1067018
SW Slammers - Rockingham F. 51-129
No shocking result in a game in Bunbury where sixth ranked Flames (11-5) outleveled bottom-ranked Slammers (0-15) 129-51 on Friday. Flames forced 28 Slammers turnovers and outrebounded them 49-31 including a 30-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 19 passes made by Slammers' players. The best player for the winners was guard Tayah Burrows (179-2001) who had a triple-double by scoring 16 points, 11 rebounds, 12 assists and 6 steals. American forward Mehryn Kraker (183-1994, college: Green Bay) chipped in 22 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists (perfect from downtown making all six shots !!!). Five Flames players scored in double figures. Coach Tom Knowles's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Alex Ciabattoni (180-1994) who recorded 5 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and Kate Williams added 9 points respectively. Flames moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Slammers still closes the standings with 15 games lost. They share the position with RedCity R.. Flames will meet Lightning (#8) in the next round. Slammers will play against Giants (#11) in Kalgoorlie and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: M.Kraker 22+5reb+7ast, T.Evans 21+9reb+1ast, P.Tiana 20+4reb+1ast, T.Burrows 16+11reb+12ast, P.Marissa 15+1reb+2ast, L.Koop 11+8reb+1ast
SW Slammers: K.Williams 9+3reb+3ast, F.Javene 9+3reb+2ast, C.Bree 8+1reb+1ast, D.Alexis 7+4reb+3ast, B.Jasmine 6+4reb+2ast, A.Ciabattoni 5+6reb+6astgschID: 1067019
Perry Lakes H. - Cockburn C. 44-83
Very expected game in Floreat where 5th ranked Hawks (10-6) were crushed by first ranked Cougars (14-1) 83-44 on Saturday. Cougars held Hawks to an opponent 24.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 39.2 percent accuracy of the winners. Cougars forced 23 Hawks turnovers. The best player for the winners was Danish swingman Sarah Mortensen (185-1997, college: Villanova) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Jewel Williams (168-2001) chipped in 13 points and 4 assists. Four Cougars players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was center Madeleine Dennis (186-1997, college: Dayton) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and power forward Danika Pisconeri (183-1991) added 4 points and 12 rebounds respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Cougars maintains first position with 14-1 record. Loser Hawks dropped to the sixth place with six games lost. They share the position with Maitland M.. Cougars will meet at home Redbacks (#12) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Hawks will play against Suns (#9) in Kalamunda and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cockburn C.: S.Mortensen 29+12reb+2ast, S.Gorman 14+3reb+2ast, J.Williams 13+2reb+4ast, J.Edwards 10+7reb+2ast, L.Caitlin 4+1reb, C.Amelia 3+3reb+2ast
Perry Lakes H.: M.Dennis 14+10reb+4ast, A.Isenbarger 6+6reb, M.Satie 6+4reb, D.Pisconeri 4+12reb+1ast, A.Samantha 4+5reb, M.Ballantyne 4+2reb+1astgschID: 1067020
Goldfields G. - Willetton T. 45-87
Very predictable result in Kalgoorlie where third ranked Tigers (13-3) smashed 11th ranked Giants (3-12) 87-45 on Saturday. Tigers forced 28 Giants turnovers and outrebounded them 56-43 including 17 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was Bosnian Melisa Brcaninovic (193-1999) who scored 28 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international swingman Alexandra Sharp (182-1997, college: Wake Forest) chipped in 19 points and 8 rebounds. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Regan Turnour-McCarty (186-1997) who recorded a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and power forward Ashlee Sidebottom (185-1996) added 12 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Tigers have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Norths B. and Waverley F. Giants lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Tigers will meet Hawks (#6) in the next round. Giants will play against Slammers and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Willetton T.: M.Brcaninovic 28+7reb+4ast, A.Sharp 19+8reb+2ast, D.Kelley 12+9reb+5ast, W.Kiara 9+10reb, D.Sophie 8+5reb+3ast, A.Jacobs 5+3reb+3ast
Goldfields G.: R.Turnour-McCarty 15+11reb+4ast, A.Sidebottom 12+7reb+1ast, T.Bourne 7+9reb+2ast, B.Aimee 6+6reb+1ast, H.Kiriana 5+5reb+3ast, A.Tegan 0gschID: 1067021
Lakeside L. - Perth R. 84-77
Not a big story in a game in Bullcreek where 12th ranked Redbacks (1-14) were defeated by eighth ranked Lightning (7-9) 84-77 on Saturday. Lightning made 20-of-22 free shots (90.9 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was guard Caitlyn Jones (175-2001, college: Idaho) who scored 25 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. American guard Kylee Smith (180-1994, college: Belmont) chipped in 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!). Smith is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international guard Mikayla Pirini (169-1996) who recorded 19 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Brooke Malone (185-2003, college: Idaho) added 20 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Redbacks' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Lightning maintains eighth position with 7-9 record, which they share with Bankstown B. Redbacks lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 14 games lost. Lightning will meet at home higher ranked Flames (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Redbacks will play against the league's leader Cougars (#1) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Lakeside L.: C.Jones 25+7reb+5ast, K.Smith 22+5reb+4ast, G.Jade 12+3reb+1ast, L.Hawthorne 12+9reb+1ast, R.Benn 6+5reb+3ast, W.Molly 5+3reb+1ast
Perth R.: B.Malone 20+6reb+1ast, M.Pirini 19+6reb+6ast, H.Shenae 15+6reb+1ast, D.Dajah 10+9reb, B.Bailey 7+4reb+1ast, D.Ashworth 2+2rebgschID: 1067022
Rockingham F. - Warwick S. 84-68
The game between closely ranked teams ended with sixth ranked Flames' (11-5) home victory over 7th ranked Senators (8-7) 84-68 on Saturday. Flames made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Strangely Senators outrebounded Flames 44-29 including 31 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was guard Casey Samuels (182-1994) who scored 32 points and 6 rebounds. Guard Tayah Burrows (179-2001) chipped in 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Stacey Barr (173-1992, college: Idaho) who recorded 18 points and 9 rebounds and guard Chloe Forster (176-2003) added 13 points and 11 rebounds respectively. Flames moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Senators keep the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Gold Coast R. and Brisbane C.. Flames will meet Lightning (#8) in the next round. Senators will play against the league's second-placed Wanneroo in Joondalup and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: C.Samuels 32+6reb+2ast, T.Burrows 21+7reb+6ast, M.Kraker 14+2reb+8ast, T.Evans 9+3reb+2ast, L.Koop 5+3reb, P.Marissa 3+4reb
Warwick S.: S.Barr 18+9reb+3ast, K.Murphy 15+4reb+3ast, F.Chloe 13+11reb+3ast, N.Jorre 9+3reb+3ast, M.Clinch-Hoycard 5+9reb+5ast, N.Burton 5+6rebgschID: 1067023
Kalamunda ES - SW Slammers 87-63
There was no surprise in Kalamunda where bottom-ranked Slammers (0-15) were outplayed by tenth ranked Suns (5-9) 87-63 on Saturday. Suns looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Natalie Chou (185-1997, college: UCLA) who scored 24 points and 6 rebounds. Naturalized British power forward Samantha Roscoe (194-1995, college: N.Dakota) chipped in 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Suns players scored in double figures. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the other side the best for losing team was Bree Chalk who recorded 16 points and swingman Alex Ciabattoni (180-1994) added 8 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Suns moved-up to ninth place. Loser Slammers still closes the standings with 15 games lost. They share the position with RedCity R.. Suns will meet at home higher ranked Hawks (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Slammers will play against Giants (#11) in Kalgoorlie and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Kalamunda ES: N.Chou 24+6reb+3ast, S.Roscoe 20+8reb+4ast, G.Denehey 16+5reb+6ast, E.Fisher 11+7reb+2ast, M.Dyer 9+8reb+6ast, F.Aisha 5+5reb
SW Slammers: C.Bree 16+4reb+1ast, K.Williams 10+2reb+2ast, A.Grace 10+3reb+2ast, A.Ciabattoni 8+7reb+2ast, D.Alexis 8+9reb, B.Jasmine 7+5reb+3astgschID: 1067024
Warwick S. - Mandurah M. 81-63
There was a small surprise in Perth where seventh ranked Senators (8-7) won against 5th ranked Magic (11-6) 81-63 on Sunday. Senators forced 19 Magic turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Stacey Barr (173-1992, college: Idaho) who scored 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Mackenzie Clinch-Hoycard (191-1998, college: Hawaii) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Four Senators players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American-American Samoan power forward Sarah Toeaina (185-1996, college: Hawaii) who recorded 20 points and 7 rebounds and forward Hannah Hank (188, college: Clemson) added 16 points and 12 rebounds respectively. Senators maintains seventh position with 8-7 record, which they share with Gold Coast R. and Brisbane C. Loser Magic keeps the fifth place with six games lost. Senators will meet league's second-placed Wanneroo in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Magic will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Warwick S.: S.Barr 20+6reb+4ast, K.Murphy 17+5reb+3ast, M.Clinch-Hoycard 16+12reb+1ast, F.Chloe 11+4reb+4ast, N.Burton 8+2reb+2ast, D.Alyssa 3+1reb+1ast
Mandurah M.: S.Toeaina 20+7reb+3ast, H.Hank 16+12reb, C.Mihovilovich 8+4reb+4ast, T.Gabriella 7+2reb+1ast, M.Sydney 5+4reb+2ast, K.Tudor 5+1reb+2astgschID: 1067025
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